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.
LOUIS VUITTON 2019 Silk Tulip Floral Print Gown w. Huge Front Slit Maxi Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Louis Vuitton SS19 Ivory white Tulip floral print The cut of this is so so good Huge front slit Covered micro buttons in front Just the way this whole garment is made is impeccable ...
LOUIS VUITTON black polyamide 2024 STENCIL EFFECT MONOGRAM JOGGING Pants 40 M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton jogging pants in black stencil-effect Monogram polyamide (100%). Crafted in a fluid technical weave, they feature a modern relaxed fit with softly tapere...
LOUIS VUITTON black patent 2022 MOONLIGHT OPEN TOE Ankle Boots Shoes 38.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Louis Vuitton 2022 Moonlight open-toe patent ankle boots in black are a sleek and versatile statement style. Crafted from glossy patent leather, they feature a s...
LOUIS VUITTON black leather & Monogram canvas LIMITLESS Ankle Boots Shoes 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Limitless Ankle Boot is crafted from black shiny leather accented with signature Monogram canvas, delivering a bold yet refined aesthetic. Designed ...
LOUIS VUITTON white & silver Monogram leather TIME OUT Sneakers Shoes 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Time Out sneaker is crafted in white leather featuring an all-over debossed silver Monogram pattern for a subtle yet striking finish. It showcases r...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with ...
$1,200
Louis Vuitton pink suit
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Louis Vuitton pink suit Consists of a bra and shorts. Made in France.
Louis Vuitton Belted Suede Ankle Boots
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Super chic Louis Vuitton belted suede ankle boots. Unworn with some minor surface wear from storage. Made from soft cognac coloured suede with LV embossed wrap strap detailing, Louis...
LOUIS VUITTON olive green Monogram suede BOM DIA SLIDE Sanals Shoes 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Bom Dia flat comfort mule is crafted in olive green suede goat leather, elegantly detailed with Monogram perfor...
Rare Runway Louis Vuitton Fireball mid-calf boots size 39 iconic!
By Louis Vuitton
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Rare Runway Louis Vuitton Fireball mid-calf boots size 39 iconic! Ever since we heard that Nicolas Ghesquière was taking the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2018 collection to Kyoto, everybody...
Louis Vuitton Black Bustier Tank and Skirt Set with Bow Detail at Shoulders
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Vuitton black shirt and skirt set. Tank features a bubble style hem and bows at each shoulder with pleat detailing at bust. Seam detail at back. Top fastens at back with hook a...
LOUIS VUITTON white leather TRAINER Sneakers Shoes 37.5
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton LV Trainer sneaker by Virgil Abloh is crafted in cream grained leather with white smooth leather panels, sho...
New Rare Limited Edition Pink Brown Leather Louis Vuitton Monogram Crystals
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Indulge in the ultimate footwear icon with the Louis Vuitton Trainer Low 'Pink Brown' 1A8Z6Y. Crafted from supple calfskin leather, this sneaker showcases a sophisticated blend of pi...
LOUIS VUITTON green & white Damier leather RIVOLI Sneakers Shoes 8
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Rivoli low-top sneakers in white and green Damier canvas blend sporty style with luxury craftsmanship. They feature green leather trims, round toes...
LOUIS VUITTON black leather 2023 DRAPY Sandals Shoes 41 fit 40
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton 2023 Drapy mule sandals in smooth padded calfskin with debossed LV logo strap. Brand new. Come with dust bags. Measurements Imprinted Size 41 run small...
$3,320Sale Price|20% Off
LOUIS VUITTON grey cashmere 2021 FLANNEL TAILORED SLEEVELESS Jumpsuit 38 S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton 2021 Spring/Summer sleeveless wrap jumpsuit in light grey flannel cashmere (62%), wool (36%) and silk (2%) and lined in silk...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Relief Trompe L’Oeil Shirt Dress
By Louis Vuitton, Nicholas Ghesquiere
Located in London, GB
Amazing Louis Vuitton monogram relief trompe l’oeil shirt dress. New with tag. Made from crisp white cotton with all over relief edged monogram design. It has a classic shirt dress cut with reverse apron overlay, Vachetta leather buckled straps and super cool multi button sleeves. Has button front and all button are Louis Vuitton embossed...
LOUIS VUITTON 2007 black wool crepe Mink fur button cropped jacket FR38 M
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2007 black wool crepe Mink fur button cropped jacket FR38 M Reference: MECG/A00352 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs Collection: 2007 - Runway Material: Wool, ...
LOUIS VUITTON white & gold leather FRONT ROW Low Top Sneakers Shoes 36
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Low Top Front Row Sneakers in white smooth leather with metallic gold-tone velcro logo closure. Have been worn and a...
LOUIS VUITTON black STRETCH TEXTILE ARCHLIGHT Sock High Top Sneakers Shoes 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Archlight sneakers in black stretch textile with patent rubber sole. Have been worn with a few scratches t...
Louis Vuitton "Charlie Trainers" Shoes
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton Charlie Trainers in monogram denim with white and blue tones, feature a low-top silhouette, a chunky yet lightweight rubber outsole. Comes with orignal box and dust cov...
Louis Vuitton - Red Cut-Out Monogram Halter Neck Swimsuit/FR36 one-piece LV logo
By Louis Vuitton
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton - Red Cut-Out Monogram Halter Neck Swimsuit / FR36 Attributes Material: 70% polyamide, 30% elastane Color: Red Size: 36
LOUIS VUITTON MONOGRAM LOGO LV Jumper
By Louis Vuitton
Located in CACHAN, FR
LOUIS VUITTON. Turtleneck sweater with monogram LV logo patterns. In perfect condition. Size S
$793Sale Price|20% Off
Louis Vuitton x Marc Jacobs Fall 2003 Grey Panelled Wool Skirt
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Super rare, futuristic fabulous vintage Louis Vuitton grey panelled skirt from Marc Jacobs’ Fall 2003 collection. Look 20 on the runway. Unworn with tag and spare grosgrain trim. Mad...
Louis Vuitton Late 2000s Black Leather Dice Mule Sandals EU 38.5 Women
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Louis Vuitton black leather sandals 38.5 EU. Beautiful comfortable Louis Vuitton dice mule sandals. Black Authentic Louis Vuitton. Vintage from lat...
Louis Vuitton Bugs Bunny Varsity Jacket, limited edition for Japan FW 2022
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toulon, FR
Winter 2022 Fashion Show. France-Japan Louis Vuitton’s iconic Varsity or Teddy jacket, in a limited edition for the Japanese market. Jacket featuring Bugs Bunny from the 2022 fashion...
Louis Vuitton Cream Bouclé Wool Skirt Suit Fur Collar 2000s UK 12 US 8
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Nashville, TN
An iconic and timeless design. This original Louis Vuitton skirt suit, rendered in a cream bouclé wool, with a grey and taupe toned removable mohair collar, and knitted cream wool ac...
High heels black & white striped pump with velvet ribbon Louis Vuitt
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
High heels black & white striped pump with velvet ribbon and patent leather heels. Wool pompoms on the top part of the shoe. Heel height : 11 cm SHOE SIZE : 39
Louis Vuitton Cleo Pompeii Suede Marble Heel Sandals - EU 37
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Amman, JO
Louis Vuitton Cleo Pompeii Suede Marble Heel Sandals A true statement piece from Louis Vuitton—these suede marble heel sandals combine bold design with luxury craftsmanship. Featuri...
Louis Vuitton Grecian Oatmeal Beige Pleated Evening Gown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Absolutely stunning and rare Louis Vuitton Grecian-inspired gown, crafted in a beautiful soft beige viscose with an elegant fluid drape. This design features a one-shoulder silhouett...
LOUIS VUITTON black polyamide 2020 STENCIL MONOGRAM JOGGING Pants 40 M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton jogging pants in black polyamide (100%) offer a sleek blend of luxury and sporty style. Adorned with a white stencil-effect Monogram print, they fea...
LOUIS VUITTON S/S 2012 "Ace" Python Patent Leather Low Top Mens Athletic Sneaker
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
LOUIS VUITTON S/S 2012 "Ace" Python Patent Leather Low Top Mens Athletic Sneaker Brand / Manufacturer: Louis Vuitton Collection: Spring / Summer 2012 Designer: Marc Jacobs Manufactu...
LOUIS VUITTON black cashmere blend GOLD EMBROIDERED Sweater S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton sweater in black cashmere (35%), wool (35%), and silk (30%) with gold application on the sleeves. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measureme...
LOUIS VUITTON blue grey tie dye stencil effect monogram print shorts FR36 S
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON blue grey tie dye stencil effect monogram print shorts FR36 S Reference: VACN/A00114 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Material: Polyester, Blend Color:...
LOUIS VUITTON 2017 Runway scuba cape tricolor nylon ruffle collared top FR38 M
By Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2017 Runway scuba cape tricolor nylon ruffle collared top FR38 M Reference: MECG/A00270 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: Cruise 2017 Rio de...
2007-2007 Louis Vuitton Crimson Red Silk Bustier Top
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Mid 2000s Louis Vuitton crimson red silk top in the style of a bustier camisole. The top is fitted through the body with pintucks on the sides and at the bust cups. Silk straps, zips...
$864Sale Price|20% Off
LOUIS VUITTON grey white ombre LV logo monogram crew sweatshirt L
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON grey white ombre LV logo monogram crew sweatshirt L Reference: YIKK/A00007 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Material: Cotton Color: White Pattern: Monogram C...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Lined Leather Bomber Jacket Resort 2019
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Louis Vuitton monogram lined leather bomber jacket from the Resort 2019 collection. New with tags and dustbag. Made from semi glossy, crinkle textured lamb leather with icon...
$768Sale Price|20% Off
LOUIS VUITTON black goatskin leather LV zip cropped biker jacket FR36 S
By Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON black goatskin leather LV zip cropped biker jacket FR36 S Reference: TGAS/F00085 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Material: Leather Color: Black, Silve...
LOUIS VUITTON black patent leather 2015 INSTINCT Ankle Boots Shoes 39
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton Instinct rounded toe mid-calf boots in black patent leather featuring glossy black heel shaped like the classic quatrefoil flower. Open with a zipper on ...
Rare Louis Vuitton Runway from 200th anniversary show - Gold accent vest jacket
By Louis Vuitton
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Louis Vuitton Rare Runway Vest SS22 Very special piece from Louis Vuitton’s 200th anniversary show!! Nicolas Ghesquière tell a story few would have heard before. Here, everything ...
$5,698Sale Price|20% Off
Louis Vuitton Bomber Men Jacket Christopher Nemeth Rope Heavy Size 48 (Medium)
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kaunas, LT
100% genuine Louis Vuitton Rope Heavy Bomber Color: red (An actual color may a bit vary due to individual computer screen interpretation) Material: 100% cotton (no care tag) Tag size...
$2,520Sale Price|25% Off
LOUIS VUITTON 2023 Yayoi Kusama Sun Faces white denim monogram zip dress FR34 XS
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2023 Yayoi Kusama Sun Faces white denim monogram zip dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00507 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: 1AB7ON Collection: Yayoi Kusama 2023 - Runway Mate...
Louis Vuitton Womens Oh Really Peep Toe Pumps US 11 IT 41 Black Gold Suede
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
- Black suede exterior - Tagged size 41 - No box Condition: The pumps are in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches ) ...
Louis Vuitton Distored Damier Ollie Sneakers
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Collectors Item - Louis Vuitton Distored Damier Ollie Sneakers Skate-inspired, blue suede sneakers - part of the Virgil Abloh's Spring-Summer 2021 collection. Adorned with a distin...
$712Sale Price|20% Off
Louis Vuitton Men Ice Derbies Shoes Size LV9, EUR43, S277
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Kaunas, LT
Item for sale is 100% genuine Louis Vuitton Men Shoes Size 9 S277 Color: Black (An actual color may a bit vary due to individual compute...
LOUIS VUITTON X Grace Coddington Catogram Silk Shirt Size 40 New
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic LOUIS VUITTON X Grace Coddington Collaboration Catogram Silk shirt New with tags attached. photographed on mannequin...
rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown colorblock sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34
By Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown colorblock sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34 XS Reference: MECG/A00033 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs As seen on: Chiara Ferragni Materi...
Louis Vuitton Black Leather Pumps Sculpted Heel Sz. 38
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Krakow, PL
Louis Vuitton Black Leather Pumps with Sculpted Heel Sz. 38 Condition: Very good, minimal signs of wear on sole, insole, heel, and leather Style: Pumps Material: Leather upper, lea...
Louis Vuitton Paris Mink Collar Ladies Black Wool Coat Size 38 US Size 6
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tustin, CA
Elegant designer Louis Vuitton Paris ladies coat features a black wool exterior with a large, opulent black mink fur collar and soft rabbit fur lapel trim. The body of the coat is lined in quilted back polyamide, with black silk lined sleeves and black silk lined slash pockets. The backing of the collar is black silk as well. Lapels are lined in black wool and silk. Coat fastens with 5 sets of hook...
LOUIS VUITTON Chapman Brothers navy cotton LV logo horse embroidery sweater M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Chapman Brothers navy cotton LV logo horse embroidery sweater M Reference: JSLE/A00037 Brand: Louis Vuitton Material: Cotton, Blend...
Louis Vuitton Nike Air Force 1 Size US 8 Green White Leather Lv Monogram Low Top
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
- Green and white exterior - Tagged size 8 - Comes with box, extra white and green shoe laces, 2 dust bag, LV monogram tag, White leather swoosh - The shoes are missing the white ...
LOUIS VUITTON 2021 Game On red Heart Logo embroidered ruffle hem dress FR36 S
By Nicholas Ghesquiere, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2021 Game On ivory wool silk red Heart Logo embroidered ruffle hem dress FR36 S Reference: LACG/A00487 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: "Ga...
Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 Sneakers Virgil Abloh 43
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Louis Vuitton x Nike Air Force 1 sneakers. Collaboration between Nike and Louis Vuitton with artistic director Virgil A...
Louis Vuitton x Fornasetti Multicolour Monogram Portrait Down Puffer Jacket
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
A statement outerwear piece from the Louis Vuitton x Fornasetti collaboration, this down puffer jacket pairs the House’s iconic brown Monogram base with Fornasetti’s instantly recogn...
LOUIS VUITTON 2020 Escale blue white monogram one piece swimsuit FR38 M
By Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2020 Escale blue white monogram one piece swimsuit FR38 M Reference: VACN/A00144 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: 2020 LV Escale Material: ...
LOUIS VUITTON 2024 Runway sequin tulle distressed cut out tank dress Zendaya
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2024 Runway black beaded sequin tulle distressed cut out tank dress Zendaya Reference: TGAS/F00601 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: Spring ...
LOUIS VUITTON 2015 Runway burgundy navy eel leather patchwork skirt FR38 M
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON 2015 Runway burgundy navy eel leather patchwork skirt FR38 M Reference: NKLL/A00621 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: SS 2015 - Runway Mater...
LOUIS VUITTON cream taupe blue silk 2022 1854 CONTRAST TRIM Cardigan Sweater M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton cardigan in cream and taupe 1854 logo jacquard silk (42%), cotton (18%), polyamide (35%) and elastane (5%). Feature contrasting blue trim, a V-neck and t...
Louis Vuitton Supreme X Leather Bomber Varsity Jacket Monogram Ltd Ed 50 New
By Louis Vuitton, Louis Vuitton Supreme
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic highly coveted and sought after Louis Vuitton Supreme X Very Limited Edition LV Monogram leather bomber jacket. Red fabric around ...