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...
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W 23 in D 8 in L 51 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Garment Travel Bag for Saks Fifth Ave
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a vintage Louis Vuitton French Company for Saks Fifth Avenue monogram large garment bag Zip shoe compartment. Measurements: approximately 51" long x 23" wide x 8" deep.
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H 12 in D 4 in L 16 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Serviette Fermoir Briefcase 16in Travel Bag Saks
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Work and travel in style with this vintage Serviette Fermoir briefcase or business bag, made by Louis Vuitton and sold by Saks 5th Avenue, most likely in the 1980s. Made from LV's si...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Large Steamer Bag Monogram Travel Tote Saks 5th Ave
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This large and very rare travel bag was originally sold by Saks 5th Ave and made under special license by The French Company for Louis Vuitton, long before LV had a boutique presence...
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H 17 in D 11 in L 17 in
Louis Vuitton Steamer Bag Large Tote Keepall Saks The French Company 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This large travel bag was originally sold by Saks 5th Ave and made under special license by The French Company for Louis Vuitton, long before LV had a boutique presence in the USA. ...
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H 9 in D 9 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton The French Co. Saks Monogram Train Case Vanity Travel Bag, 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this chic beauty or train case, made in the 70s by The French Company under special license from Louis Vuitton, long before LV had a boutique presence in the USA...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Monogram Noe in very good condition. Signature monogram canvas exterior trimmed with tan leather and golden brass hardware. Top leather adjustable shoulder strap. Tan l...
70s Louis Vuitton Large Steamer Bag Monogram Travel Tote Saks 5th Ave
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This large and very rare travel bag was originally sold by Saks 5th Ave and made under special license by The French Company for Louis Vuitton, long before LV had a boutique presence...
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H 13 in D 9 in L 21 in
Louis Vuitton Soft Sided Suitcase Luggage Monogram Weekender Carry All Bag Saks
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a hard-to-find soft side suitcase or carry all was made in the 1970s by The French Company for Louis Vuitton and Saks Fifth Avenue. Produced for only a short period, these inc...
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H 10 in D 8 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton Saks Large Monogram Duffel Bag Overnight Travel Keepall Rare 70s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's an opportunity to own a very unique and very RARE vintage bag from Louis Vuitton by The French Company, most likely made in the late 1970s. Sold by Saks 5th Avenue, this larg...
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H 14 in D 21 in L 36 in
Vintage Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk with Insert Monogram Canvas 1960s Saks 5th Ave
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Vintage Louis Vuitton Cabin Trunk with Insert, circa 1961. Made from monogram canvas, leather LV stamped trim; lined in fabric; wheels on bottom. A great example of Louis Vuitton's...
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H 13 in D 7.5 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Carry On Bag Luggage Tote Monogram Canvas French Co. Saks 70s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this Louis Vuitton carry on bag, made in the early 1970s. Made from LV's signature monogram canvas, it's trimmed in coated leather and features a flat zipper poc...
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H 9 in D 9 in L 15 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case Vanity Travel Bag Saks French Co Carry On 70s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous train case or vanity was made by The French Company for Louis Vuitton and sold by Saks 5th Avenue, most likely in the mid 1970s. Made from their signature monogram can...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Clutch "Saks Fifth Avenue" Zippered Pouch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Buy this Louis Vuitton Monogram Clutch "Saks Fifth Avenue" Zippered Pouch now or make us your best offer!
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Cotteville 35 cm, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Cotteville 35 cm monogramm suitcase. It features all Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass fittings: locks, clasps and studs.Its trim is stamped LV ev...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk, 1940s France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom vintage Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. Stunning display piece with irregular shape/opening. Perfect for storing papers, books or small items for trips or in the house. Ca...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Cabine Trunk Malle C.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Daventry, GB
A Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas trunk, dating from the early 20th century, retaining its original fittings and presenting as a remarkably complete example of one of the House’s most ...
$10,458
H 20.87 in W 25.99 in D 8.67 in
Original Vintage Louis Vuitton Monogram Jumelle Suitcase Rare Configuration
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Northampton, GB
A Louis Vuitton Monogram Jumelle Suitcase dating to the second half of the 20th century circa 1965. The suitcase is finished in the iconic Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas with natural ...
Leather, Canvas, Wood
$3,932
H 8.67 in W 25.99 in D 16.15 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Suitcase In Monogram Canvas, France c.1925
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming and authentic Louis Vuitton hard-sided case dating from the early 20th century, beautifully finished in the brand’s iconic stencilled monogram canvas. The exterior is comp...
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk, Leather & Brass, 1930's France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Louis Vuitton Iconic Steamer Trunk from the collection of Joan Whitney Payson, American heiress and member of the prominent Whitney family. The first woman to own a Major Lea...
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Louis Vuitton Suitcase Cotteville 40 cm, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Cotteville 40 cm monogramm suitcase. It features all Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass fittings: locks, clasps and studs. Its trim is stamped LV e...
Brass
$30,304
H 18.9 in W 23.63 in D 14.97 in
Louis Vuitton Shoe Trunk, Vuitton Trunk, 60 cm Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This magnificent Louis Vuitton shoe trunk features hand painted stenciled canvas monogram, Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass locks, brass studs and leather side handles. This Vuitton...
Brass
$37,298
H 23.63 in W 45.28 in D 22.84 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 110 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features hand painted stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass lock, clasps and studs as well as leather sid...
Brass
Early 20th Century Louis Vuitton Monogram Bisten Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
This Louis Vuitton Bisten case, dating from 1910 to 1930, exemplifies the brand's innovative craftsmanship. It features hand-painted canvas monogram, solid brass hardware, and reinfo...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Suitcase Cotteville 55 cm, Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This is a magnificent Louis Vuitton Cotteville 55 cm monogramm suitcase. It features all Louis Vuitton stamped solid brass fittings: locks, clasps and studs.Its trim is stamped LV ev...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Trunk 1913
By Louis Vuitton
Located in palm beach, FL
Exceptional Louis Vuitton wardrobe trunk features stenciled monogram canvas; brown loziné LV stamped solid brass locks and studs. Customized yellow and black stripes give a lot of ch...
Bronze
$35,306
H 22.45 in W 40.16 in D 21.66 in
Antique 20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, France c.1900
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Gorgeous and most importantly complete, this early 20th century Louis Vuitton trunk was the must have item of any elite traveller. Covered in the world famous LV monogrammed canvas, ...
Brass
$43,126
H 22.45 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
1920's Louis Vuitton Trunk in Monogram, Louis Vuitton Steamer Trunk 100 cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This superb Louis Vuitton steamer trunk features stenciled monogram canvas, honey color lozine trim, LV stamped solid brass locks and studs as well as leather side handles and brass ...
Brass
$33,948
H 22.45 in W 31.5 in D 20.08 in
20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas, Made In France c.1930
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early-20th Century Louis Vuitton Trunk. An absolutely essential item for elite travellers of its time, the trunk is adorned in the iconic LV monogrammed canvas, accented by lozine...
Brass
Vintage 50cm Louis Vuitton Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Louis Vuitton trunk from the 1940s. 50 cm wide. Perfect for weekend trips or for storing items in the house. Case has "Louis Vuitton, Made In France, 149620" impressed on fro...
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
New in Box Vuitton Limited Edition Camo Mini Palm Springs Backpack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition camouflage mini backpack. Monogram signature canvas with black leather straps. External zipped pocket, internal open pocket. Comes with serial number, d...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
1980s Marc Laurent Paris Black Leather Avant Garde 80s Jacket + Mini Skirt Suit
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s MARC LAURENT of Paris black leather jacket and mini skirt ensemble! Jacket features dolman sleeves with a clinched wasp waist. Detachable matching leather belt. Sha...
$12,920
H 10.5 in W 19 in L 6 in
Chanel Limited Edition Vintage Duffel Tote Black and White Leather Weekend Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
$12,223
Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008
NWT Blumarine Vintage FW 2010 Runway Sequin Evening Stretch Pants Leggings It 40
By Blumarine
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Vintage Blumarine Sequin Evening Stretch Pants Leggings F/W 2010 Runway Collection Designer size - 40 Stretch sequin fabric, Tiger print, Fully lined, No zipper, Low waist. Measu...
Rare Vivienne Westwood Signature Plaid Handbag
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in New York, NY
Vivienne Westwood plaid handbag measures 9 1/2" in height. The width measures 6 1/2" along the top and 13" along the bottom, depth measures 5". The double handles measures 7" in heig...
BLUEMARINE Black Silk Chiffon Rose Applique Maxi Dress Size S/M
By Bluemarine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bluemarine gown is composed of a sheer black silk chiffon and features a beautiful side cascade with rose applique. There is a zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition (li...
$9,920
H 12 in W 6 in L 18 in
Chanel 2008 Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Beige CC Limited Edition Beach Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2008 Cruise Yacht Coated Canvas Beige CC Limited Edition Beach Tote Bag This gorgeous rare Chanel Cruise Tote is made of beige coated canvas, braided handles, an open top de...
HERMES Gris Tourterelle grey Clemence leather & Palladium KELLY 35 Retourne Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermès "35cm Kelly Retourne" handbag in Gris Tourterelle Togo (Calfskin leather) with palladium hardware. Lined in Gris Tourterelle goat skin leather with two open pockets against th...
Versace S/S 2004 Bustier Open Back High Slit Blue Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2004 Sexy Cutout Bustier Open Back Thigh High Slit Dress Gown IT 40 Blue Versace silk sleeveless evening dress featuring sweetheart neck, cutout accent at bust, crossove...
$8,920
H 5 in W 6.75 in D 2.25 in
Chanel 1994 Vintage Gold Bronze Metallic Lambskin Mini Quilted Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Vintage Gold Bronze Metallic Lambskin Mini Quilted Classic Flap Bag Year: 1991-1994 {Vintage 20+ Years} Gold hardware Bijoux chain link strap Diamond quilted lambskin l...
Antique Lace Coat with Bell Sleeve Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique coat is composed of off white natural material, with a tea stained hue, featuring bell style sleeves. There are hook and eye closures. This garment is antique and does s...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.