Black Leather Train Case , Black Beauty Case
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
It is the perfect piece to use for storage of little things, like jewels, scarves, perfumes or watches. It is a top quality piece of luggage, equivalent to Louis Vuitton, Goyard or M...
Louis Vuitton Brown Leather Boite Montre Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Accessories such as this Boite Montre Case by Louis Vuitton help you do just that at home or as you go traveling.
Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite 3 Watch Travel Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This elegant Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite 3 Watch Travel Case is the perfect way to protect and store up to three men's watches in style.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Watches & Jewels Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
Louis Vuitton Monogram Watches & Jewels Case Gold tone hardware Red suede inside Made in France Measurements: 16 cm x 16 cm x 16 cm
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H 3.94 in D 10.24 in L 13.39 in
Louis Vuitton Jewelry Case Monogram Canvas, Louis Vuitton Jewelry Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton jewelry case in monogram canvas is the ideal refined travel accessory.
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Square Travel Jewelry Case with 4 Trays
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Square Travel Jewelry Case with 4 Trays in excellent condition.
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Travel Jewelry Case with Purple Ultrasuede
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Travel Jewelry Case with Purple Ultrasuede in excellent condition.
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Travel Jewelry Case with Purple Ultrasuede
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Travel Jewelry Case with 4 trays in excellent condition.
Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Jewelry Travel Train Case with 16 Ultrasuede Trays
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Custom Monogram Jewelry Travel Train Case with 16 Ultrasuede Trays in excellent condition.
Louis Vuitton President watch case yellow EPI leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Daventry, GB
A rare and highly desirable Louis Vuitton President case in signature yellow Epi leather, dating from the early 1990s, thoughtfully adapted into an elegant travelling watch and jewel...
Vintage Louis Vuitton Boite Bijoux Jewelry Travel Trunk Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Louis Vuitton Boite Bijoux Monogram Jewelry Case c1970s in great condition. Signature monogram canvas exterior with brass hardware and leather handle. Triple latch closure, w...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Vintage Jewelry Watch Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
Awesome Louis Vuitton Vintage Watch Case in Monogram Canvas Sold with 2 keys aand the adresse tag. Good vintage condition some light signs of use. Size 34x26 centimeters Retails 6900€
VERY RARE/COLLECTIBLE/ Louis Vuitton Suitcase-Vanity in brown calf
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, IDF
Time travel label. Foldable case with different toilet accessories.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47120
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
This is a beautiful used Louis Vuitton Jewelry case. This jewellery case in Monogram canvas is the ideal refined travel accessory.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47140 Rare
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47140 is not only rate item, but also the ideal refined travel accessory.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47140
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47140 is not only rate item, but also the ideal refined travel accessory.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case, Trunk M47120
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Jewelry case in excellent condition.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case Trunk M47120
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Jewelry case in excellent condition.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case, Trunk M47120
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Jewelry case in excellent condition.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case, Trunk M47120
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Jewelry case in excellent condition.
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case, Trunk M47140
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Monogram Jewellery Case M47140 is not only rate item, but also the ideal refined travel accessory.
1940s Louis Vuitton Vintage Leather Wood Trunk from Saks New York
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The hand...
HERMES Rose Pourpre pink Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Palladium RARE
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes 'Birkin 30' bag in Rose Poupre pink Veau Togo leather with palladium hardware. Lined in Chevre (goat skin) with an open pocket against the front and a zipper po...
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
$775Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in L 6.75 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a ...
$265,326
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
HERMES Malachite green Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 bag is crafted from stunning jewel-toned Malachite green Veau Togo leather, paired beautifully with gold-plated hardware. The rich green hue evok...
Eygptian Revival Deco Purse, 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian revival butter silk faille with scarab tinsel embroidery in silver and gold threads. Large emerald cut citrine paste and clear stones set into frame. Beautiful quality impor...
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Black Brown 34
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci boston bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth calfskin leather featuring rolled leather handles and gold toned hardware. Front flap...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Design...
A 1970s Elegant Brown Leather Beauty Case by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This exquisite brown leather beauty case by Gucci is a quintessential example of timeless luxury and exceptional craftsmanship. Made from rich, high-quality leather, the case showcas...
Important Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Coat, 1970 Fall/Winter
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Museum Quality Yves Saint Laurent Early Haute Couture coat from fall/winter 1970 in a Russian style which predates his Opera Ballets Russes collection by half a decade...
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 42
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Sequin & Bead Embellished Evening Gown Size 42IT
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Sequin & Bead Embellished Evening Gown Size 42IT
$220,900
H 8.5 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
Hermes 1980's Haut à Courroies Hac 55 Birkin Veau Courchevel Travel Duffle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Steamped Circle P ( 1986 ) - Brass Hardware - Comes With Lock & Key - Natural Tan Leather Exterior - Discontinued 55 Size - The bag holds it shape when empty Condition: The...
The story behind iconic luxury brand Louis Vuitton — best known for its esteemed handbags, crossbody bags, leather goods, ready-to-wear clothing and more — is one of craft and innovation in the worlds of fashion, jewelry and furniture.
The company’s modest origins can be traced back to when its founder, Louis Vuitton (1821–92), wishing to free himself from the conventional lifestyle in his provincial French city of Anchay as well as a difficult stepmother, left in the early 1830s to make a new life in Paris. The young Vuitton was 13 at the time and would need to travel on foot to get to the capital, which was hundreds of miles away. With stops along the way to make money so that he could forge ahead, the journey took a couple of years, but reward was close at hand.
When he arrived in Paris, Vuitton made a living with his hands. He toiled as a box maker and packer for more than a decade and built relationships with royals and members of the upper class while working for the empress of France, Eugenie de Montijo. In 1854, Vuitton launched his namesake company. The craftsman opened a humble workshop on rue Neuve des Capucines and advertised his services with a small poster that read: “Securely packs the most fragile objects. Specializing in packing fashions.”
Long before his brand would become known globally for its exemplary top-handle bags and stylish totes, Vuitton produced stackable and rectangular trunks. The most common trunks of the era were round, which weren’t ideal for toting and storing. In 1858, Vuitton debuted his lightweight, handcrafted canvas trunks, which were sturdy, rugged and equipped with convenient compartments. Travel’s popularity broadened in the late 19th century, and Vuitton’s trunks could easily be packed into train cars and ships — upright trunks meant hanging wardrobe storage that would allow his clients to transport their sophisticated garments without worry. Demand increased and the company grew. When Louis Vuitton died in 1892, control of the luxury house was passed onto his only son, Georges Vuitton.
In 1914, a Louis Vuitton store opened at 70 Champs-Élysées. The largest travel-goods store in the world at the time, it became the company’s flagship.
The Louis Vuitton brand embodies all the attributes of luxury, from the craftsmanship, exclusivity and relevance to heritage. It’s only appropriate that it boasts one of the most recognizable insignias — the imaginative interlocking of letters and fleurettes — in the fashion world. The famous LV monogram was first used in 1896 as part of an initiative by Georges to prevent counterfeiting of his coveted new line of travel trunks. It’s one of the earliest examples of fashion branding.
The LV monogram would soon appear on everything from bags and various fashion accessories to alligator-skin champagne cases, from stylish apparel and earrings to teddy bears and airplane models.
On 1stDibs, the unmistakable insignia can be found on both modern and vintage Louis Vuitton shoulder bags, suitcases, original 19th-century trunks, jackets and more.
The Japanese artist is one of many creators with whom the French fashion house has partnered to impressive effect.
The late designer created an iridescent, irreverent take on the nearly century-old travel staple.
What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.