Louis Vuitton 176989 Burgundy Sweater
View Similar Items
Louis Vuitton 176989 Burgundy Sweater
About the Item
- Designer:
- Dimensions:Marked Size: 0 (XS) (US)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Forest Hills, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU146326543771
Louis Vuitton
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.
- Exquisite 1960s All Over Sequin Iridescent Ivory Wool Vintage CardiganLocated in San Diego, CAStunning 1960s ivory wool cardigan! All-over iridescent sequins. Hook-and-eye closures down the front. Can be worn with jeans, or over a cocktail dress/gown. Also looks great belted....Category
1960s Cardigans
- 1980's Missoni Chunky Fuschia Knit SweaterBy MissoniLocated in Toronto, Ontario1980's Missoni fuschia wool/nylon oversized shawl style knit sweater with a drop shoulder. The lapel is stitched into place which helps it hold its shape and the sweater comes with a...Category
1980s Italian Cardigans
$323 Sale Price49% Off - Brand New Birger Christensen Sheared Mink and Fox Fur Sweater coat (Size 10 -M)By Birger ChristensenLocated in Montreal, QuebecBrand New Birger Christensen Sheared Mink and Fox Fur Sweater coat (Size 10 -M) Original design with half vertical pastel whisky fox fur panels and o...Category
2010s Danish Coats
- Krizia Vintage Camel Lightweight CardiganBy Krizia, Krizia MagliaLocated in Milano, ITNice vintage cotton cardigan by Krizia from the 1990s, made in Italy. ORIGINAL LABEL. The cardigan is totally made of camel cotton and has long sleeves with soft but narrower cuffs a...Category
1990s Italian Cardigans
$130 Sale Price20% Off - Gentry Portofino Cashmere Jumper in MulticolourLocated in Carnate, ITGentry Portofino Cashmere Jumper in Multicolour Gentry Portofino sweater. In cashmere, very soft. Size 42. Measures 41cm shoulders, 40cm bust, 59cm long, 66cm sleeve. Good general ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sweaters
- Escada Sport Metallic Gold Knit Sweater Coat/Dress Size XLBy EscadaLocated in Palm Springs, CASuch a versatile piece from the Escada Sport division of Eacada, Germany. This piece can be a open sweater coat over t-shirt and jeans or could be closed and wown as a cool sweater ...Category
Early 2000s Chinese Sweaters
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton
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.
Inside Louis Vuitton’s Most Popular Handbag Collaborations
The venerable brand has earned accolades (and gained new fans) for partnerships that meld fashion with art.