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Louis Vuitton 1996 Epi Leather Alma Satchel Black Women's Handbag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi leather Alma satchel in black.
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H 9.45 in W 5.52 in L 11.82 in
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Leopard Print Centenaire Alma bag by Alaïa, 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Monogram Canvas and Leopard Print Calf Hair Centenaire Alma Bag by Azzedine Alaïa, 1996. - 100% authentic Louis Vuitton - Monogram coated canvas and leo...
1996 Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Cruiser 45 Xupes Reference: HB4046 Serial Number: SP0956 Age (Circa): 1996 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Ma...
Louis Vuitton 'Saumur' bag 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) Natural leather and monogram canvas 'Saumur' bag. Strap fastening and tab tightening. Adjustable crossbody handle. 1996 Collection. Condition: Very ...
Louis Vuitton Red Cob Leather Hat Box, 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Louis Vuitton - (Made in France) Red cob leather hat box with a golden brass lock fastener. Piece with a serial number. 1996 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Good con...
1996 Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Cannes
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Red Epi Leather Vintage Cannes Reference: HB2184 Serial Number: AS0916 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Mad...
1996 Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Petit Noe
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ladies Louis Vuitton Petit Noe is in good pre-owned condition. Circa 1996. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented by Gold hardware. Our reference is HB069 should you need...
1996 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Speedy 25
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Speedy 25 Xupes Reference: HB3008 Serial Number: SP0966 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag, Padlock Authenticity ...
1996 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Canvas Vintage Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Alma PM This LOUIS VUITTON Alma PM is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1996. Primarily made from Coated Canvas, Vachetta L...
1996 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Alma PM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas Vintage Alma PM Reference: HB1606 Serial Number: VI0976 Age (Circa): 1996 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in France) Gender: Ladie...
Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Bag, 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Reference: HB2196 Serial Number: AR0996 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date St...
1996 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Alma PM Reference: HB2203 Serial Number: AR0966 Age (Circa): 1996 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in France) Gender: Ladies Typ...
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 1996.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
The Louis Vuitton Alma is a classic closet staple, first introduced and inspired by the architect of the Art Deco era of the early 1930's. Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton...
1996 Louis Vuitton Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Speedy 25
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Kenyan Fawn Epi Leather Vintage Speedy 25 This LOUIS VUITTON Speedy 25 is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1996. Primarily made from Epi Leather complimented b...
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H 15.5 in W 7.5 in L 20 in
Louis Vuitton Runway 100th Anniversary Isaac Mizrahi 1996 Clear Tote Bag 18lu720
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: TH0926 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 20" Width: 7.5" Height: 15.5" Handle Drop: 5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior...
Louis Vuitton Mimosa Yellow EPI Leather Alma PM Top Handle Bag, 1996.
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Louis Vuitton Mimosa Yellow EPI Leather Alma PM Top Handle Bag, 1996. The Louis Vuitton Alma is a classic closet staple, first introduced and inspired by the architect of the Art Dec...
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H 11.42 in W 21.66 in
1996 Louis Vuitton Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Vintage Keepall 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Brown Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Vintage Keepall 55 Xupes Reference: HB3689 Serial Number: SP 1916 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Luggage Tag, Handle...
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H 21.5 in W 11.5 in L 13.5 in
Louis Vuitton Sac Marin Bandoulière PM Monogram Canvas Travel Carry On 1996
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this incredible Louis Vuitton monogram Sac Marin PM, manufactured in 1996. Note that this is the more popular PM version, which can easily be used as carry-on l...
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H 6.7 in W 10.63 in D 2.96 in
1996 Louis Vuitton 'Ca$h Me Outside' Xupes X Year Zero London Toiletry Pouch
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON Hand-painted 'Ca$h Me Outside' X Year Zero London Toiletry Pouch This LOUIS VUITTON Toiletry Pouch is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa 1996. Primarily made fr...
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H 10.5 in W 8 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton Ultra Rare 1996 Japan Cup Damier Ebene Keepall 50 Duffle 114lv46
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: SP0996 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 18" Width: 8" Height: 10.5" Handle Drop: 4.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Access...
1996 Louis Vuitton Red Epi Leather Vintage Keepall 50
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
LOUIS VUITTON Red Epi Leather Vintage Keepall 50 Reference: HB1973 Serial Number: SP0996 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Luggage Tag, Handle Keeper, Lock, Keys Authenticity Detai...
1996 Louis Vuitton Hand-Painted Cherrie$ Keepall Bandouliere 55
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"LOUIS VUITTON X Year Zero London Hand-Painted 'Cherrie$' Keepall Bandouliere 55 Reference: HB1783 Serial Number: TH1916 Age (Circa): 1996 Accompanied By: Padlock, Keys, Luggage T...
1996 Louis Vuitton Gobelins Backpack Leather Epi Black
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
1996 Louis Vuitton Gobelins Backpack Leather Epi Black - Very good condition. Shows signs of wear over time. - Louis Vuitton Backpack - Black epi leather - Two black leather straps
Vintage 1996 Louis Vuitton Natural leather Wine Bottle Case / Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Paris, FR
For sale a cute 1996 piece from louis Vuitton a case for 2 bottles of wine.
1996 Louis Vuitton Alma Bag Epi Blue Leather
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
1996 Louis Vuitton Alma Bag Epi Blue Leather - Very good condition. Shows no signs of wear over time. - Louis Vuitton Alma Bag - Blue epi leather - Two small blue leather straps ...
$2,159Sale Price|20% Off
New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags & Box A Rare Find New Spring 2011 Runway $3950 Bronze Metallic Pewter Full 100% Python Throughout the Bag Braided Double Straps Wrap Around and Connect ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
Size: OS
BOTTEGA VENETA Cognac Intrecciato Woven Antique Leather Weekender Travel Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
A BOTTEGA VENETA signature piece that will last you for many years Huge XL size Very rare to find in this amazing color BOTTEGA VENETA's signature intrecciato design This fantastic b...
$32,555Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 3.08 in L 9.26 in
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
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 Blue Epi Leather Toledo Speedy 25 Boston Bag 863086
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Blue Epi Leather Toledo Speedy 25 Boston Bag 863086
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Vintage Louis Vuitton 'Sac Sport' monogram Boston bag, executed in coated monogram canvas with leather trim, of dome form with a zippered compartment resting on top of a lower zipper...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Ellipse MM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Ellipse MM in good condition. Signature monogram canvas exterior in brown and tan LV print trimmed in tan leather piping and double top handles and spar...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Crocodile White Two-Tone Dragon Shoulder Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Designed by Tom Ford for his final collection as Gucci's creative director, this white and brown two-tone crocodile bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious mus...
$1,623
Size: 12.5"L x 6.5"W x 9.5"H
Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM Cipango Gold Leather Handbag, Circa 1998
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM in Cipango Gold – A Timeless Icon of Luxury Elevate your wardrobe with the Louis Vuitton Epi Alma PM in Cipango Gold, a refined and iconic handba...
Schiaparelli 48H Travel Bag
By Schiaparelli
Located in Glasgow, GB
Faithful to the spirit of the Schiaparelli House, the "Souvenir Travel" bag will be your go to 48 Hour Travel Bag. It also features many tributes to its founder, Elsa Schiaparelli, s...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Grand Palais Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Louis Vuitton Monogram Grand Palais Handbag showcases classic dark brown monogram canvas paired with natural leather rolled handles for a refined look. Featuring gold-tone hardwa...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Cite GM Shoulder Bag Tote
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Cite GM Shoulder Bag Tote in very good condition. Signature monogram canvas exterior in brown and tan LV print trimmed with tan leather piping and doubl...
Antique 1920s Platinum, Full Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring Platinum Circa 1920s Experience the elegance of this exquisite platinum eternity ring, skillfully crafted in the 1920s. It is fully set with stunning natura...
Diamond, Platinum
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag. Patent beige leather. Very good condition,has little marks where handles drop. Refer to the pictures.Comes with dust bag only.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Montaigne GM
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Montaigne GM SKU: 153554 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very good condition with minor...
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.