Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 is a timeless travel icon that blends elegance with everyday
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Indianapolis, IN
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 is a timeless travel icon that blends elegance with everyday
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Canvas Speedy 40 Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true cornerstone of the Louis Vuitton legacy, the Speedy 40 is a bag that needs no introduction
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true cornerstone of the Louis Vuitton legacy, the Speedy 40 is a bag that needs no introduction
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Top Handle Bag Epi Leather Black 1990
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Speedy 40 in black Epi leather with gold-tone hardware. Zip closure; large main compartment. Date
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rubano, IT
Louis Vuitton bauletto Speedy misura grande da 40cm, monogram, fuori produzione. Borsa in ottime
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Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, ON
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Bag. Double rolled vachetta leather handles, roomy interior
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Satchel Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Satchel Handbag CONDITION - Exceptional! Medium vachette
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Brown Monogram Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Brown Material: Monogram Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Good Corners: Minor Scratches & Stains Edges: Good Handles/Straps: Minor Scratches &...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Satchel Top Handle Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Satchel Top Handle Handbag CONDITION - Exceptional
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H 9.84 in W 7.48 in L 15.7 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 866659 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx
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H 9.84 in W 7.48 in L 15.7 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 866191 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx
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H 9.5 in W 7.5 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 227851 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 842 MB Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 9.5" Handle drop: 4.5" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Includes LV Ca...
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H 9.75 in W 7 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 227741 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SA Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7" Height: 9.75" Handle drop: 5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION (7.5/10 or B+) Retail $1060 Signs of...
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H 9 in W 7.5 in L 16 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 227854 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 852 SA Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7.5" Height: 9" Handle drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+) Retail $1060 S...
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H 9.84 in W 7.48 in L 15.7 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 Boston Gm 869598 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx
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H 9.84 in W 7.48 in L 15.7 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram 40 Bostom Gm 869797 Brown Coated Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx
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H 1 in W 1 in L 1 in
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Boston Gm 870010 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend/Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
40 cm / 15.7 inches Height 29 cm / 11.4 inches Depth 19 cm / 7.5 inches Shoulder Strap Drop(Hand Drop
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Upside Down Bandouliere
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere 40 with the Upside Down logo designed by Kim Jones for the Men's
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Upside Down Bandouliere
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere 40 with the Upside Down logo designed by Kim Jones for the Men's
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Upside Down Bandouliere
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Athens, GA
Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere 40 with the Upside Down Logo designed by Kim Jones for the Men's
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Speedy 40 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Speedy 40 Bag is a rare and timeless piece crafted with premium
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 862611
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 862611
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston GM 861559
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston GM 861559
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Boston GM Duffle 861021
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40 Boston GM Duffle 861021
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This classic Louis Vuitton SPEEDY 40, one of the most popular lines in the LV monogram. Upper
Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 Monogram Canvas Handbag, France 1980.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Vintage Louis Vuitton “Speedy 40" Monogram Handbag, France pre 1980. This iconic speedy was first
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true cornerstone of the Louis Vuitton legacy, the Speedy 40 is a bag that needs no introduction
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
A true cornerstone of the Louis Vuitton legacy, the Speedy 40 is a bag that needs no introduction
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This classic Louis Vuitton SPEEDY 40, one of the most popular lines in the LV monogram. Upper
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This classic Louis Vuitton SPEEDY 40, one of the most popular lines in the LV monogram. Upper
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 44lk3
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 44lk3 Date Code/Serial Number: VI872 Made In
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 123lv29
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 041 SA Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7.5" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD minus CONDITION ( 6.75/10 or B- ) Signs of Wear: ...
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 14lv6
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP0932 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7." Height: 10" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior C...
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 13lv41
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI864 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Ext...
Louis Vuitton Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag 12lk823s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: VI863 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 7.5" Height: 9.5" Handle Drop: 3.5" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Signs of Wear: Exte...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Canvas Brown Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This classic Louis Vuitton SPEEDY 40, one of the most popular lines in the LV monogram. Upper
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H 9.26 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
1990s Louis Vuitton Brown Classic Monogram Canvas Vintage Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON BROWN CLASSIC MONOGRAM CANVAS VINTAGE SPEEDY 40 This ladies Louis Vuitton Speedy
Louis Vuitton Large Red Epi Leather Speedy 40 Boston Bag 863154
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Large Red Epi Leather Speedy 40 Boston Bag 863154
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H 9.45 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40 Brand- Louis
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H 9.45 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40 Brand- Louis
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H 9.5 in D 8 in L 16.5 in
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Luggage Company “Speedy 40" Monogram Handbag, 1980.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Vintage French Luggage Company “Speedy 40" Monogram Handbag, 1980. This iconic speedy
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H 9.45 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Speedy 40 Product Details
Louis Vuitton Rare Large Monogram Speedy 40 Boston Bag GM 50lk725s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: RFID Chip Measurements: Length: 15.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 10" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL LIKE NEW CONDITION ( 9.5/10 or SA ) Accessories: Dust Bag, Barco...
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H 11.03 in W 15.75 in D 8.27 in
2018 Louis Vuitton Navy Pacific Monogram Canvas & Leather Upside Down Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Navy Pacific Eclipse Monogram Coated Canvas & Calfskin Leather Upside Down Speedy 40
Louis Vuitton Speedy Large Monogram 40 Gm 871944 Brown Coated Canvas Weekend
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare 1 or 1 Centenaire Damier Ebene Speedy 40 Bag 473lvs63
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP1909 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15.5" Width: 7.5" Height: 11" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or AB+) Accesso...
Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Speedy 40 Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-loved Louis Vuitton brown monogram Speedy 40 Satchel. The perfect day bag to travel
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Canvas Speedy 40 Large Hand Bag, Excellent
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Pre Owned But in Excellent condition no Stains and no Fading
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Speedy 40 GM Large XL 856262
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Noir Speedy 40 GM Large XL 856262
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Canvas Speedy 40 Large Travel Hand Bag, Excellent
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Speedy 40 Bag Pre Owned But in Excellent condition no Stains and no Fading
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Speedy 40 with - Brass hardware - Tan vachetta
Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy Monogram Canvas 40 is a classic must-have. This rounded bag
Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Speedy 40 Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Louis Vuitton's creations are popular owing to their high style and functionality. This bag, like
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40, crafted from red epi leather, features dual
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40, crafted in brown monogram coated canvas
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40, crafted from red epi leather, features dual
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Epi Leather 40, crafted from black epi leather, features dual
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40 is spacious and light, making it
Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy Handbag Monogram Canvas 40 is spacious and light, making it
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram canvas RASPAIL MM Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Raspail MM tote bag in brown Monogram canvas featuring cowhide leather trim. Opens with a zipper on top and is lined in burgundy canvas with a large zipp...
Glittering Crystal Encrusted Penguin Evening Bag c 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal encrusted penguin evening bag - clutch 21 c The charming penguin evening bag transitions from an endearing clutch; converts into an elegant handbag carried with a...
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI brown 2005 Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet from the 2005 collection is a playful collectible piece that blends iconic Louis Vuitton craftsmansh...
New Kate Spade Her Rare Large Collectible Spring 2005 Green Wicker Basket Bag
Located in Conroe, TX
Kate Spade Wicker Bag Very Rare From Her Spring 2005 Collection DESIGNED BY KATE SPADE This is the last collection before she sold her brand to Neiman Marcus Impossible to Find Bran...
$131,920Sale Price|20% Off
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Alzer 11 Hard Case Trunk Set Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic 11 Piece Stacking Set of Louis Vuitton Monogram Hard Case Trunks. Purchase as a set only. (I do have other sets with fewer pieces) All pieces are in great condition with sc...
LOUIS VUITTON black & brown Monogram Canvas GAIA Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Gaia hobo bag is crafted from classic Ebene brown Monogram canvas with black leather gussets and trims, complemented by a natural vachetta handle fo...
$263,201
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)
$800Sale Price|33% Off
H 8 in W 8 in L 17 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Boston Shoulder Bag Black Unisex
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI boston bag is crafted of soft smooth calfskin leather in black featuring gold toned hardware and rolled leather handles. Top zipper closure opens to a luxurious nu...
Hermès Birkin 35 Black GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Black - Exotic leather - Crocodile Porosus - Gold hardware - Two rolled top handles - Front flap closure with twist-lock fastening - Includes dust bag, clochette, keys, and padlock...
Hermès Customised Jige Elan PM Black
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Black / Blue - Box leather - Fold flap - Custom hand-painted rope and belts design - Signature “H” tab closure - Tonal stitching with contrast edging - Canvas interior - Stamp X Ci...
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Macassar Keepall Bandouliere 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Keepall Monogram Macassar Bandouliere 55 duffle bag. Features monogram coated canvas, black leather accent, dual rolled black handles, black leather leather t...
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram canvas INSOLITE Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Insolite wallet in classic Ebene and olive Monogram Canvas is a refined blend of elegance and functionality. Accented with gold-tone hardware, it op...
GUCCI Black Leather Butterfly Linea Totem Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Gucci Black Leather Butterfly Totem Handbag with Strap. Travel with an attitude with this Gucci black large tote bag. This handbag features textured calfskin leather, match...
$631
H 11.82 in D 5.91 in L 14.57 in
Linen canevas and leather appliqué large top handle bag Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Linen canevas and leather appliqué large top handle bag. Branded nylon lining. Zip closure on the top front + snaps on both edge. 2 inside pocket with zip and 2 flat pocket. Gold met...
1970s Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Sac Plat Tote Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare 1970s vintage LOUIS VUITTON Sac Plat is crafted of Louis Vuitton’s monogram canvas in brown and vachetta leather featuring brass hardware and exposed seams along the sides ...
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.