Louis Vuitton 1970s Monogram Wig Case Round Hat Trunk Travel Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Louis Vuitton x The French Luggage Company round wig case / hat trunk, likely produced in the 1970s, and an exceptionally rare example of Louis Vuitton’s ...
Stunning 20th Century Louis Vuitton Hat Case, circa 1950
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A charming Louis Vuitton cubed hat case, second half of the 20th century with original key and insert tray.
Canvas
1970's Louis Vuitton Hard Case Hat Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gresham, OR
VERY RARE Hard case hat box purchased from Paris store in 1970's
1970's Louis Vuitton Hard Case Hat Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Gresham, OR
VERY RARE Hard case hat box purchased from Paris store in 1970's
Louis Vuitton French Company Monogram Round Hat Box Wig Case Travel Bag 1970s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Extremely rare Louis Vuitton x The French Luggage Company Wig Case or Round Hat Trunk, circa the 70s.
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H 8.27 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
20thC Louis Vuitton Hat Case In Monogram Canvas, Converted Into A Humidor c.1950
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A beautiful Louis Vuitton hat case, crafted in France circa 1950.
Brass
Louis Vuitton Monogram Square Hat Case, circa 1955
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
An unusually proportioned LV monogram Louis Vuitton case with brass fittings, lozine trim and original interior including tray and two keys, circa 1955. Dimensions: 49.5 cm/19½ inch...
Brass
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Azur Rare Hat Trunk Case 40cm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The special order hat trunk takes timeless creation to a new level of sophistication and charm. Made from the finest materials that you would expect from the Louis Vuitton House. Whe...
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D 7.5 in L 15.7 in
Louis Vuitton Monogram Round Hat Box Boite Chapeau Travel Case + ID Tag 40cm 80s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Travel in style with this classic hat box from Louis Vuitton. Crafted in 1981, this piece features their signature monogram canvas and is trimmed in natural vachetta leather. The i...
Pair of French Louis Vuitton-Style Hat Trunks, c.1900
Located in Pasadena, CA
It is a highly unusual to find a pair of matched of early 20th century, French canvas and leather Hat Trunks. The wide-striped canvas combined with the patinated horse tack toned lea...
Brass
Vintage Louis Vuitton Boite Chapeaux 40 Monogram Canvas Hat Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Louis Vuitton Boite Chapeaux 40 Hat Box in monogram canvas.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Hat Travel Storage Top Handle Case Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Hat Travel Storage CarryOn Top Handle Case Box Monogram canvas Leather trim Canvas lining Brass hardware Push lock closure Date cod...
Louis Vuitton Black Epi Boite Chapeaux 50 Hat Box Trunk Case Rare
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Louis Vuitton Boite Chapeaux Hat Box 50. Extra large trunk case made from gorgeous black epi leather.
Louis Vuitton Hat Box, circa 1910
Located in Aspen, CO
Take a step back in time with this gorgeous steel-bound Louis Vuitton Hat Box. Produced circa 1910, this original piece is in wonderful condition for its age. Still possessing its or...
1910 Louis Vuitton Lady's Hat Box
Located in Aspen, CO
Rare 1910 Louis Vuitton double hat box. Exterior shows character in its wear, as well as a red monogrammed side. Interior displays the beautiful double hat ribbon cage. There is a wa...
Louis Vuitton Monogram Hat Box 40, Tunk Case
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
This elegant hat box in Monogram canvas features a secure sealed closure. Rests on protective golden brass feet. Material : Monogram Canvas Comes with : Key Condition : Exc...
$408
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in L 25.6 in
1970s High Quality Vintage Black Leather and Brass italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This rare 1970s Italian shoulder bag is a superb example of mid-century luxury, showcasing the sophisticated craftsmanship for which Italy is renowned. The exterior is crafted from p...
Gucci Vintage 1955 Metallic Purple Lizard Clutch
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci 1955 metallic purple lizard clutch - collectors item. Features signature horsebit detailing, lizard leather skin, detachable chain strap with Gucci branded magnetic closure an...
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
S/S 1987 Gucci Documented Brown Genuine Crocodile Chain Crossbody Clutch
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning saddle brown Gucci crocodile convertible crossbody. This beautiful bag is constructed entirely of genuine glossy crocodile leather and is finished with gold acc...
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
Nancy Gonzalez Sac Pochette Cuir Clear Brown Precious Leather Bag Clutch
By Nancy Gonzalez
Located in PARIS, FR
Nancy Gonzalez bag or clutch in light brown leather, flap closure with magnetic snap on the draped leather front, suede interior with numerous slip pockets, removable leather shoulde...
1980s SANT ANGELO red stretch dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in Austin, TX
1980s Sant Angelo red velvet stretch dress measurements taken un-stretched 10" bust, 10.5" waist, 48" length mannequin is a US sz 6 fits sz 0-8 US
Patrick Kelly A/W 1989 Red and Black Wool Bolero Runway Dress
By Patrick Kelly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic dress from Patrick Kelly's Autumn Winter 1989 runway show. This collection of chic and provocative designs featured many of the hallmark elements that have since become emb...
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Python Rhinestone Dragon Black Flap 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 black python flap bag from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection is an ultra-luxurious must-have. A python ...
Chanel Black Beige Raffia Jute Striped Mini Vanity Case With Chain
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Chanel Black Beige Raffia Jute Striped Mini Vanity Case With Chain SKU: 153262 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Item is in very g...
Lambertson Truex Contemporary Orange Crocodile Leather Clutch Bag
By Lambertson Truex
Located in New Hope, PA
Lambertson Truex designed handbags for Tiffany & Co. before they started their own iconic luxury brand in 1998. This orange crocodile clutch is just delightful. The silver tone i...
1930s Art Deco French Embroidered Multi-Color Sequin Minaudiere w Brass Frame
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Art Deco French Embroidered Multi-Color Sequin Minaudiere w Brass "String of Pearls" Decorative Motif: Silk satin lined in cream. A striking art deco swirl motif in exquisite ...
$124,929
H 14.57 in W 19.69 in D 10.24 in
Hermès Havane Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 50cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Havane Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 50cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1486 Brand: Hermès Model: Birkin 50cm Type: Tote Serial Number: [P] Age: 2012 Accomp...
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary survival. Early YSL mini with extraordinarily layered embroidery. A mulititude of embro...
Louis Vuitton Virgil Abloh Trunk L’Œil New In Box
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Part of Virgil Abloh’s Trunk L’Œil animation, this Keepall 55 is fashioned from Monogram canvas on which the pattern has an irregular aspect. Neon trim and lining bring a surprisingl...
Spectacular Thierry Mugler Black Fur Maxi Coat
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Thierry Mugler Couture black fur maxi coat from fall/winter 2000 collection. Design of this spectacular coat is inspired by Mugler’s iconic hairy looks from “Les Chimeres” FW 1997 a...
Christian Dior Saddle Limited edition Russia Anniversary Saddle by John Galliano
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Livingston, NJ
To mark his 10th anniversary at Dior, John Galliano designed 12 limited-edition Saddle Bags, each inspired by a different country’s culture. With only 100 of each style produced, the...
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.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
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.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
1stDibs dealers discuss the challenges of this unprecedented time, and the signs of hope.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.