By the time he celebrated his 40th birthday, Virgil Abloh had, seemingly, triumphed in every corner of the fashion and home design worlds.
In 2013, having already worked for Fendi and partnered with Kanye West, he founded the Milan-based streetwear house Off-White. Four years later, he released the first Off-White furniture line, Grey Area. In 2018, he became the artistic director of Louis Vuitton's menswear division, making him one of the first Black designers to head a French luxury fashion house.
Yet even with the Off-White and LV jobs, Abloh had time for a seemingly endless list of collaborations: designing shoes for Nike and Jimmy Choo, making furniture for Vitra and Ikea (“a super-dream project”), creating art with Takashi Murakami and Jenny Holzer, dressing Serena Williams and Beyoncé, co-branding with Levi’s and Evian, deejaying at Coachella and Lollapalooza.
Abloh's process was incredibly innovative — he explained that if he was inspired by an object, he didn’t want to alter it any more than necessary. “I’m only interested in editing an idea or a concept by three percent,” he said. Not surprisingly, he flirted with the limits of permissible appropriation. His first clothing line consisted of flannel Ralph Lauren shirts on which he printed the word “Pyrex.”
And his collaboration with Vitra included a version of Jean Prouvé’s Antony chair that has Plexiglass where Prouvé used plywood. In 2017, the Belgian designer Raf Simons told GQ that Abloh’s work was unoriginal. A month later, Abloh presented an Off-White collection cheekily titled Nothing New.
Browse vintage Virgil Abloh coats, shirts and other clothing and fashion accessories on 1stDibs.
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Keepall Bandouliere 50 epi trim travel bag
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Keepall Bandouliere 50 white epi PVC leather trim travel bag Reference: VACN/A00124 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Keepall Bandoul...
Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror Porte Documents Or 24 Hours Bag by Virgil Abloh
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror Porte Documents or 24 Hours Bag by Virgil Abloh is an extremely rare and limited edition . It features ultra-shiny monogram mirrored vinyl with pate...
Louis Vuitton menswear bag 'Keepall' summer 2022
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) Crossbody calfskin Keepall bag with silvery-glitter checked pattern with a two-slider zipper. Double handle and an adjustable removable crossbody str...
Louis Vuitton X Virgil Abloh Sac Plat Mirror Tote Bag, Silver, Unisex
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
Striking and exceptionally rare, this Louis Vuitton mirrored Monogram tote is a true statement piece that merges futuristic glamour with the house...
OFF-WHITE c.2019 Jitney 1.4 Black Leather White Cash Inside Graffiti Handbag NWT
By Virgil Abloh, Off-White
Located in Thiensville, WI
OFF-WHITE c.2019 "Jitney 1.4” Black Leather White ‘Cash Inside' Graffiti Handbag Brand/Manufacturer: Off-White Collection: Pre-Fall 2019 Designer: Vi...
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag Reference: TGAS/E00776 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Solar Ray Soft Trunk Collection...
Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror Bag by Virgil Abloh, Limited Edition, 2021
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror bag from Virgil Abloh is an extremely rare and limited edition . It features ultra-shiny monogram mirrored vinyl with patent leather trim and a sil...
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Allen binder clip cream leather drawstring tote bag
By Virgil Abloh, Off-White
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Allen binder clip cream leather drawstring tote bag Reference: BSHW/A00067 Brand: Off White Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Allen Material: Leather Color: Cream ...
CHANEL mint green 24S LOGO SEQUIN TOTE Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel 2024 Logo Sequin Shopping Bag in Mint Green is a bold, statement-making tote crafted entirely from individual green and black sequins, creating a striking,...
H 3.55 in L 7.09 in
Rodo Dark Chocolate Silk Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo dark chocolate bag featuring a long shape, a shoulder silver tone chain could go inside the clutch, a top logo silver-tone claps fastening, and inside plaque and an inside pocke...
HERMES Gris Claire Feutre / Gold Swift leather PICOTIN 22 Bag Phw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Picotin 22 bag in Gris Claire (light grey) wool felt exudes understated elegance. Featuring Gold (camel) Veau Swift leather trims with contrasting white st...
H 6.3 in W 11.03 in D 6.3 in
Louis Vuitton x Virgil Abloh 2019 Monogram Solar Ray Papillon Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton x Virgil Abloh Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Black Calfskin Leather Solar Ray Papillon Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5174 Brand: Louis Vuitton Model: Solar Ray Papillo...
Louis Vuitton Boston Bag Keepall Bandouliere 55 Damier Graphite MB 2150 France
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Condition Pre-owned in excellent condition Only top handles are there Code # MB 2150 Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere Style Name Keepall Bandouliere Department Women Style Weeke...
FENDI mint green SHEARLING LOGO Belt Bag / Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi logo belt & crossbody bag in mint green shearling. The design features a detachable gold-tone metal chain link shoulder-strap and ...
H 9 in W 6 in D 8 in L 13 in
Gianni Versace Vanitas Quilted Handbag
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Calling all Versace lovers! Circa mid 2000s, this handbag is crafted from white leather and features quilted stitching with the signature Versace Baroque...
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram President Hard Case Briefcase Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Rome, Rome
This gorgeous vintage Louis Vuitton "President" hard-side briefcase is a true collector's item, a symbol of both luxury and functionality that only gets better with age. Crafted from...
H 11.5 in W 6 in L 11.5 in
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Yellow Crocodile Embossed Patent Kelly Style 'Diana' Bag
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This vintage Gianni Versace Couture bag is designed in the Hermès 'Kelly' style and comprises bright yellow crocodile pattern embossed leath...
H 4.73 in D 2.37 in L 7.88 in
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Kaki leather mini Timeless bag . SIZE 20cm X 12cm X 6cm Chain lenght = 125cm One flat pocket on the back of the bag. 2 inside pocket ( one with zip closure) Kaki leather lining. Aut...
F/W 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Embroidered Velvet Mini Bag
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a quilted velvet rhinestoned and embroidered mini bag designed by Donatella for Gianni Versace. The handles are made of black silk sati...
H 11.82 in D 3.94 in L 15.75 in
Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror Porte Documents Or 24 Hours Bag by Virgil Abloh
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This Louis Vuitton Silver Mirror Porte Documents or 24 Hours Bag by Virgil Abloh is an extremely rare and limited edition . It features ultra-shiny monogram mirrored vinyl with pate...
Louis Vuitton Virgil 2022 Taurillon Illusion Soft Trunk Monogram shoulder bag
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Louis Vuitton Virgil 2022 Taurillon Illusion Mini Soft Trunk pink blue Monogram shoulder bag Reference: CNPG/A00115 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Mini Soft Trunk...
Louis Vuitton Virgil Abloh Green/Blue Taurillon Illusion Mini Keepall Bag Charm
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Own a piece of fashion history designed by Virgil Abloh. This cute mini bag charm can be used as a key pouch or to store earplugs. Crafted from taurillon leather, it features a gradi...
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Natural Habitat leather neon cat print crossbody tote bag
By Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Natural Habitat black leather neon cat print crossbody tote bag Reference: KEDG/A00276 Brand: Off White Designer: Virgil Abloh Collection: Natural Habitat - Gi...
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk monogram crossbody bag Reference: JYLM/A00046 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Solar Ray Soft Trunk Collection...
H 7 in W 9.75 in D 3.5 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Soft Trunk Orange
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Immerse yourself in the epitome of luxury with the Louis Vuitton Monogram Soft Trunk in captivating orange. This incredible square mi...
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Allen binder clip cream leather drawstring tote bag
By Off-White, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OFF WHITE Virgil Abloh Allen binder clip cream leather drawstring tote bag Reference: BSHW/A00067 Brand: Off White Designer: Virgil Abloh Model:...
H 5.91 in W 8.67 in D 3.15 in
Off-White Virgil Abhloh 1.4 Jitney Leather Crossbody Bag
By Virgil Abloh
Located in London, GB
Off-White Virgil Abhloh 1.4 Jitney Leather Crossbody Bag Black, structural silhouette bag that nods to Virgil Abhloh's background in architecture. Detailed with the label's signatur...
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk LV crossbody messenger bag
By Louis Vuitton, Virgil Abloh
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON Virgil Abloh 2019 Solar Ray Soft Trunk LV monogram orange buckle crossbody messenger bag Reference: JYLM/A00046 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Virgil Abloh Model: Solar...
H 11.4 in W 9.1 in L 19.7 in
Brand New Louis Vuitton Silver Glitter Keepall 50 Bandouliere by Virgil Abloh
By Virgil Abloh
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This magnificent silver glitter Keepall 50 Bandoulière is made of cowhide leather and features the very famous Damier pattern. In this capsule collection,Virgil Abloh wanted to cele...
H 11.4 in W 9.1 in L 19.7 in
Brand New Louis Vuitton Keepall 50B Taurillon Illusion Blue/Green , Virgil Abloh
By Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This extraordinary Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 has got very unique color gradient in fluorescent finish. When you look at it, you've got a feeling of an optical illusion with very chang...
H 11.42 in W 9.06 in L 19.69 in
Brand New Louis Vuitton Keepall 50B Taurillon Illusion Blue/Pink by Virgil Abloh
By Virgil Abloh
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This extraordinary Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 has got very unique color gradient in fluorescent finish. When you look at it, you've got a feeling of an optical illusion with very chang...