Under the Microscope - Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton why is so sought after?

Louis Vuitton was a French fashion designer  He was the founder of the brand of leather goods now owned by LVMH. He had been appointed as trunk-maker to Empress the wife of Napoleon III.

Known for their quality trunks, durable & lightweight canvas Louis Vuitton made a name for themselves at the end of the 1800, everyone tried to copy its style & logo, which  made Vuitton towards the idea to created the Damier Canvas pattern.

In 1913, the Louis Vuitton Building opened on the Champ- Elysee in Paris. It was the largest travel-goods store in the world at the time. The building is now a Fashion icon destination for all the Louis Vuitton devotees. For their SUPER VIP customers they organise a full day of activities to discover the history of the brand within the building.

From the 1980 until now Louis Vuitton is in the hands of LVMH, a shift change to the brand was happening, more leather product have been produced, collaboration with different artist for special & limited collection have been appointed, names such, Marc Jacobs,  Stephen Sprouse, Takashi Murakami made the Hype of the Louis Vuitton brand lasting for years to come. 

Louis Vuitton is now one of the world's leading international fashion houses.

Their products are famous around the world for their impeccable & unique craftmanship, durable & fashion, make it desirable to everyone.

The high status of luxury & their niche customers target ( LV doesn't do sales & sell only brand new product at their stand alone Boutiques, online store) & the fast turn around of collections in the latest years install in the  customers the urgency to keep up with their latest NEW IN &/or limited edition piece.

As per niche products & brand LV is, many of their items have been discontinued over time, and you can only find  in the second hand market.

If missed out on your favourite collection or looking for a vintage handbag that last for year to come, don't look further, shop now our selection of Louis Vuitton Pre-loved Louis Vuitton handbags & accessories, you might find your new Holy grail  items you were looking for!

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