Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch is crafted of monogram canvas and leather in brown
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch is crafted of monogram canvas and leather in brown
Louis Vuitton Satin Monogram Mini Papillon Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Satin Mini Papillon Accessories Pochette Bag Excellent Condition
1990s Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s Vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in brown monogram canvas and leather. Measures 6.25
1990s LOUIS VUITTON Green Epi Leather Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in green Epi leather. It originally came with the mother
1980s Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in brown monogram canvas and leather. This mini papillon
1990s Louis Vuitton monogram mini papillon
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Capri, IT
1990s Louis Vuitton monogram mini papillon
Louis Vuitton 1990s Monogram Canvas Mini Papillon
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
from Louis Vuitton's signature monogram canvas, this mini papillon features a brass hardware, cowhide
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Noir Soufflot Mini Papillon 2lva99
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
SIZE AND FIT 6"W x 2.5"H x 2.5"D 4.5" handle drop GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) Minor marks Inside is clean and odorless. Dent at outside edge.
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Mini Soufflot Papillon Wristlet 826lv83
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: AR1928 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2" Height: 2.2" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exte...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Mini Soufflot Papillon Wristlet 14LVA1116
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0975 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6 " Width: 2 " Height: 2.75 " Shoulder Strap Drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: E...
Louis Vuitton Damier Ebene Papillon Mini Wristlet Pouch Bag 342lvs520
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2.5 " Height: 3 " OVERALL EXCELLENT- CONDITION ( 8.5/10 or A- ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Excellent Exterior Leather and Tr...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Leather Mini Soufflot Papillon Bag 863419
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor rub partially (Outside) Minor stain partially (Handle) Minor rub on a part of handle (Inside) Minor rub partially (Inside) Noticeable ...
Louis Vuitton Vanilla Beige Epi Leather Soufflot Mini Papillon Bag 140lvs78
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2" Height: 2.2" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather and Trim: Very Minor Markin...
Louis Vuitton Black Mini Soufflot Epi Leather Papillon Wristlet Pouch 862998
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor marks (Inside) Minor marks (zipper) Zipper works properly Width (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 15 cm(approx) Height (inch) ...
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Nano Papillon Mini Black Monogram Shine Satin
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Date Code: TH0072 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7" Width: 3" Height: 3" Zipper works well. GOOD CONDITION (7/10 o...
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Mini Soufflot 2way Papillon Wristlet Bag 862500
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
VERY GOOD CONDITION (7.5/10 or B+) Includes Optional LV Gold Chain (Outside) Some marks at top (Handle) Minor rub on a part of handle (Shoulder) Minor scratch on a part of shoulde...
1990s LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in brown monogram canvas and leather. Made in France
1990s LOUIS VUITTON Blue Epi Leather Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in blue Epi leather. It originally came with the mother
1990s LOUIS VUITTON Green Epi Leather Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in green Epi leather. It originally came with the mother
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch in brown monogram canvas and leather. Measures 6.25”x
Vintage LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Mini Papillon Pouch Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage LOUIS VUITTON mini Papillon pouch is crafted of monogram canvas and leather in brown
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Soufflot Mini Papillon Wristlet Pouch Bag 818lv56
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0966 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2" Height: 2.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Ext...
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Mini Papillon Pochette Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Irvine, CA
Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Mini Papillon Pochette Bag with siler-tone hardware, monogram
$2,963Sale Price|24% Off
Size: IT 44
New Alexander McQueen Olive Green Wool Cape Jacket Coat Size IT 44
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2015 Brand New $3950 Butter Soft Wool IT44 Olive Mock Knit at Neck Zips and Belted at Waist Fully Lined Two Front Pockets Bust: 37" Waist: 32" Shoulder:...
Luca Luca 1990s Terra Cotta Tan Sz 8 / 10 Virgin Wool Italian Vintage 90s Dress
By LUCA LUCA
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic never worn 1990s LUCA LUCA terra-cotta virgin wool sleeveless sheath dress! The perfect alternative to the little black dress, this gem offers so much versatility. F...
Gucci Jackie Medium Shoulder Bag GG Supreme Beige Brown
By Gucci
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Gucci Jackie Medium Shoulder Bag An enduring icon of the House of Gucci, the Jackie Medium embodies effortless sophistication and timeless Italian craftsmanship. Defined by its soft...
$380Sale Price|20% Off
H 12 in W 2 in L 11.5 in
1970s Vintage GUCCI Monogram Canvas Two-Way Document Shoulder Bag Brown
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI 2-way document bag is crafted of GG monogram coated canvas and pigskin leather in brown featuring gold brass hardware and a detachable shoulder strap of the same l...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Extremely Rare Blue Crystal Compact & Lipstick Holder c 1960
By Christian Dior
Located in University City, MO
CHRISTIAN DIOR France extremely rare vanity compact & lipstick holder c 1960 The opulent vanity compact is encrusted with a collection of glittering blue crystals in various shapes ...
Vintage 1940s Pink Silk Evening Gown Blush Silk Soutache Gown US 4 UK 8
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Red Karung Snakeskin Acrylic Lucite Handle Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare deep red Gucci bag from the early 2000s is crafted from dyed Karung snakeskin and finished with gold-tone hardware and a sculptural red lucite handle. Approximate Measure...
$712Sale Price|20% Off
H 6 in W 1.5 in L 6.5 in
1990s Vintage GUCCI Mini Nubuck Leather Two-Way Saddle Crossbody Belt Bag Yellow
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage GUCCI mini saddle bag is crafted of pigskin and nubuck leather in two shades of yellow featuring gold toned hardware. This bag features a detachable crossbody strap and ...
Celine Vintage Macadam monogram Boston Handbag Bag
By Celine
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This vintage Celine Boston bag is a timeless expression of the house’s understated Parisian elegance, crafted in the iconic Macadam coated canvas with refined tan leather trim. Feat...
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 in Damier Azur Canvas
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 in Damier Azur Canvas A true icon of luxury fashion, this authentic Louis Vuitton Speedy is crafted from the house’s signature Damier Azur canvas with natura...
Vintage Chanel Black and White Halter Maxi Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s CHANEL black and white V neck halter maxi dress. Size: 4 / small Bust 34” / Waist : 26” Hip: open/ Dress length: 55”
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.