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Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Bag

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H 9.5 in D 6 in L 12.8 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM CONDITION - Exceptional.

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma White Epi Leather Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma White Epi Leather Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma White Epi Leather Hand Bag

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H 9.4 in W 6.7 in L 12.6 in

Louis Vuitton Alma White Epi Leather Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton Alma bag in Epi leather. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the 1930’s, Alma is now a classic.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Bag

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H 9.5 in D 6 in L 12.8 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM CONDITION - Very Good.

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

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H 9.5 in D 6 in L 12.8 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag CONDITION - Exceptional!

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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

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H 9.5 in D 6 in L 12.8 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM CONDITION - Very Good.

Category

1990s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Handbag

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H 9.5 in D 6 in L 12.8 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM CONDITION - Exceptional.

Category

Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag CONDITION - Exceptional!

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Satchel Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Satchel Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Top Handle Satchel Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM CONDITION - Very Good.

Category

1990s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Saint Charles, IL

MODEL - Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM Satchel Top Handle Handbag CONDITION - Exceptional!

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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton 'Alma' bag 2010
Louis Vuitton 'Alma' bag 2010

Louis Vuitton 'Alma' bag 2010

By Louis Vuitton

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in France) Amaranthine monogram patent leather 'Alma' bag.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Blu Vernice Alma Bag
Louis Vuitton Blu Vernice Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Blu Vernice Alma Bag

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H 9.85 in D 5.91 in L 12.21 in

Louis Vuitton Blu Vernice Alma Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Louis Vuitton Alma model bag in blue patent leather with monogram motif.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Red Vernice Alma Bag
Louis Vuitton Red Vernice Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Red Vernice Alma Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Louis Vuitton Alma model bag made of black cherry paint with golden hardware.

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Black Patent Epi Leather Large Model Alma Bag
Louis Vuitton Black Patent Epi Leather Large Model Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Black Patent Epi Leather Large Model Alma Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Paris, FR

Louis Vuitton 'Alma' bag in black patent épi leather.

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Beautiful large GM versione of the iconic 'Alma' model. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

Louis Vuitton Purple Amarante Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Beautiful large GM versione of the iconic 'Alma' model. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Red Pomme D'Amour Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag
Louis Vuitton Red Pomme D'Amour Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

Louis Vuitton Red Pomme D'Amour Monogram Vernis Alma GM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Beautiful large GM version of the iconic 'Alma' model. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by L...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Vernis PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2011.
Louis Vuitton Alma Vernis PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2011.

Louis Vuitton Alma Vernis PM Monogram Top Handle Handbag, France 2011.

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Originally designed by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the bag was originally named “Champs-Elysées” after the famous street in Paris but later renamed "Alma" after “Place de l’Alma”, where Av...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

2005 Louis Vuitton White Multicolour Monogram Coated Canvas & Leather Alma PM
2005 Louis Vuitton White Multicolour Monogram Coated Canvas & Leather Alma PM

2005 Louis Vuitton White Multicolour Monogram Coated Canvas & Leather Alma PM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

LOUIS VUITTON White Multicolour Monogram Coated Canvas & Vachetta Leather Alma PM Xupes Reference: CB494 Serial Number: FL1015 Age (Circa): 2005 Accompanied By: Louis Vuitton Dust B...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

1990 Silver 925 Synthetic Ruby Cocktail Ring
1990 Silver 925 Synthetic Ruby Cocktail Ring

1990 Silver 925 Synthetic Ruby Cocktail Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The ruby is surrounded by an arrangement of small circle rhinestones and complete with two synthetic emeralds at either side which pair so gorgeously with the ruby and really take th...

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1990s Fashion Rings

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Silver

Louis Vuitton Purple Epi Leather Alma GM Bag Handbag Satchel
Louis Vuitton Purple Epi Leather Alma GM Bag Handbag Satchel

Louis Vuitton Purple Epi Leather Alma GM Bag Handbag Satchel

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Rome, Rome

The certificate will be provided at no further cost. Beautiful large GM version of the iconic 'Alma' model. Inspired by the shape invented in the 30s by Gaston Vuitton, the ALMA by ...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag

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W 1,229.93 in D 6.3 in

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Sundbyberg, SE

Brown and tan monogram coated canvas Louis Vuitton Alma PM with – Brass hardware – Tan vachetta leather trim – Dual rolled top handles – Brown canvas lining – Single slip pocket at ...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma BB Crossbody Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma BB Crossbody Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma BB Crossbody Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Sundbyberg, SE

Raspberry pink monogram Vernis leather Louis Vuitton Alma BB satchel with - Brass hardware - Dual rolled top handles - Single flat detachable shoulder strap - Tonal canvas lining -...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

LOUIS VUITTON Bleu Infini Monogram Vernis Alma MM Large Bag
LOUIS VUITTON Bleu Infini Monogram Vernis Alma MM Large Bag

LOUIS VUITTON Bleu Infini Monogram Vernis Alma MM Large Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic LOUIS VUITTON Bleu Infini Monogram Vernis Alma MM Large Bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Alma Monogram Canvas Hand Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma Monogram Canvas Hand Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma Monogram Canvas Hand Bag

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H 6.7 in W 9.4 in L 12.6 in

Louis Vuitton Alma Monogram Canvas Hand Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu

Louis Vuitton Alma in monogram canvas. With its shapes invented by Gaston Vuitton in the 1930’s, Alma is now a classic.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Epi Leather Tote Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Epi Leather Tote Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Epi Leather Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Epi leather tote bag. Made from durable green leather with large internal compartment, silver hardware and padlock and key.

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Eclipse Alma Black Sequin Bag LTD ED
LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Eclipse Alma Black Sequin Bag LTD ED

LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Eclipse Alma Black Sequin Bag LTD ED

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic limited edition LOUIS VUITTON Monogram Eclipse Alma Black Sequin Bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Canvas Limited Edition Eclipse Alma Bag
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Canvas Limited Edition Eclipse Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Canvas Limited Edition Eclipse Alma Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Out of all the irresistible handbags from Louis Vuitton, the Alma is the most structured one. First introduced in 1934 by Gaston-Louis Vuitton, the Alma is a classic that has receive...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogrm Alma
Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogrm Alma

Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogrm Alma

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H 9.06 in D 6.3 in L 11.82 in

Louis Vuitton White Multicolor Monogrm Alma

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Paris, IDF

This Murakami made version of the popular Alma by Louis Vuitton is both colorful and edgy.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM 1997
Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM 1997

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM 1997

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H 12 in D 6.5 in L 9.5 in

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma PM 1997

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This classic Louis Vuitton bag is an Alma made with brown coated canvas and a gorgeous vechetta leather handles and trim.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Green Monogram Vernis Alma GM
Louis Vuitton Green Monogram Vernis Alma GM

Louis Vuitton Green Monogram Vernis Alma GM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Then why not indulge yourself with this Green Monogram Vernis Alma GM by Louis Vuitton! Crafted from glossy monogram Vernis leather, the exterior features top zip closure, rolled dou...

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2010s French Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Vernis Blue Lagoon
Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Vernis Blue Lagoon

Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Vernis Blue Lagoon

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H 9.06 in W 12.21 in D 5.52 in

Louis Vuitton Alma Pm Vernis Blue Lagoon

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Antwerp, BE

Louis Vuitton iconic Alma vernis design in the color Blue Lagoon.

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21st Century and Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Vernis Jaune Passion
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Vernis Jaune Passion

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Vernis Jaune Passion

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H 9.06 in W 12.21 in D 5.52 in

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Vernis Jaune Passion

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Antwerp, BE

Louis Vuitton iconic Alma vernis design in the color Jaune Passion.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Monogram Canvas BB
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Monogram Canvas BB

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Monogram Canvas BB

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag, Clochette, Keys, Lock Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 7", Width 9", Depth 4.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Handbag Monogram Canvas BB Exterior M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather GM
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather GM

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather GM

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H 11.5 in W 15.5 in D 7.5 in

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Epi Leather GM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust Bag, Clochette, Keys, Lock Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 11.5", Width 15.5", Depth 7.5" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Handbag Epi Leather GM Exterior...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma GM Vernis Amarante Handbag with Receipt and Dust Bag
Louis Vuitton Alma GM Vernis Amarante Handbag with Receipt and Dust Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma GM Vernis Amarante Handbag with Receipt and Dust Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Don't pass up the opportunity to own this beautiful Louis Vuitton Alma GM bag now for less than retail!

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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Jumbo Extra Large Monogram GM Gold Miroir Vernis Satchel
Louis Vuitton Alma Jumbo Extra Large Monogram GM Gold Miroir Vernis Satchel

Louis Vuitton Alma Jumbo Extra Large Monogram GM Gold Miroir Vernis Satchel

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Downey, CA

Louis Vuitton Alma Jumbo Extra Large Monogram GM Gold Miroir Vernis Leather Satchel Louis Vuitton limited edition Alma GM Largest edition with beautiful Vernis LV monogram.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Electric Epi Leather GM
Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Electric Epi Leather GM

Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Electric Epi Leather GM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Dust bag, leather clochette, lock and keys. Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 11", Width 15", Depth 7" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Handbag Electric Epi Leath...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Vintage Alma Handbag Epi Leather PM
Louis Vuitton Vintage Alma Handbag Epi Leather PM

Louis Vuitton Vintage Alma Handbag Epi Leather PM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

This authentic Louis Vuitton Vintage Alma Handbag Epi Leather PM is a chic and sophisticated bag perfect for your everyday use.

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM
Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM

Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Original dust bag and lock. Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9.5", Width 11.5-13", Depth 6" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM
Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM

Louis Vuitton Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather PM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: Original dust bag and lock. Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 9.5", Width 11.5-13", Depth 6" Designer: Louis Vuitton Model: Alma Limited Edition Vachetta Leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Sprouse Black White Graffiti Alma PM Handbag
Louis Vuitton Sprouse Black White Graffiti Alma PM Handbag

Louis Vuitton Sprouse Black White Graffiti Alma PM Handbag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This Alma MM handbag by Stephen Sprouse comes with in white with a layer of Sprouse inspired Graffiti reading Louis Vuitton Paris.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton White and Beige Leather Graffiti Alma MM
Louis Vuitton White and Beige Leather Graffiti Alma MM

Louis Vuitton White and Beige Leather Graffiti Alma MM

By Stephen Sprouse, Louis Vuitton

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

Louis Vuitton White Graffiti Leather Alma- Estimated Current Value $2,250.00 EXCELLENT overall condition.

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma GM Tote Bag - burgundy patent leather
Louis Vuitton Alma GM Tote Bag - burgundy patent leather

Louis Vuitton Alma GM Tote Bag - burgundy patent leather

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Baarn, NL

This fantastic bag by Louis Vuitton is called Alma GM, it's the largest size.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Tote Bag - black patent leather
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Tote Bag - black patent leather

Louis Vuitton Alma PM Tote Bag - black patent leather

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Baarn, NL

This fantastic bag by Louis Vuitton is called Alma PM. We love it!

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

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Louis Vuitton for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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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.

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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.”

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