It was in the small town of Jura, France, that the founder Louis Vuitton left his home at the age of 14 on foot and embarked upon the journey that led him to design the bespoke trunk synonymous to the luxury brand. Years later when his son Georges inherited the famed luggage trunk business, he garnered the famous logo–the ‘V’ overlapping the ‘L’ patented in gold over brown on the travel bags. What began as a vision embodied by the traditional luggage trunks of the French maison has now witnessed renditions in luxe collectibles such as the Speedy, Alma and Neverfull, to name a few.
Helmed by the legacy of its distinct monogram, each Louis Vuitton bag shares a cult status amongst style connoisseurs. From Audrey Hepburn to Jackie O, the classic accessory has been celebrated for its timeless elegance and remained a coveted asset to the fashion-forward figures. Over the years the hallmarked handbags have not only maintained their ubiquitous status but also trended season after season as renewed it-bags. Case in point, remember Marc Jacobs’ version of the classic Vernis? Or when he branded the bags with ‘Louis’ and ‘Vuitton’? Whether it's the duffle or a tote or a slim clutch, chances are, there is a trending new version of the classic ever-present in the market. Rooted in history, high design and fashion memorabilia, these iconic bags capture the classic value of luxury.
Here is the Vogue round up of the most iconic Louis Vuitton bags of all time:
Speedy
An iteration of Louis Vuitton’s Keepall luggage bag, the speedy is a compact travel staple. First designed in the 1930s, the bag comes in a variety of sizes and has undergone an array of unique design interventions– each resulting in something inventive and desirable.
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Alma
Recognised by its unique structure, the Alma is a round top bowling bag named after the Alma Bridge in Paris. The structural lines of its stitch is inspired by an art décor aesthetic and the golden hardware with its toron handles are a product of the French luxury house's expert craftsmanship.
Neverfull
The prototype to every tote bag ever known, the Neverfull, as its name suggests, can never be full! The spacious carry bag can accommodate all essentials and then some more.
Dauphine
With its fold over flap closure and gold buckle, the Dauphine is a modern marriage between a slouchy hobo and the emblematic vault-style hardware. It’s leather finish and sharp stitch makes the bag a new It-girl essential. First introduced in the 2019 Spring/ Summer collection, the bag has gained a huge liking among fashion icons.
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Pochette accessories
Nothing is better than a Y2K mini shoulder bag, except when it comes with the classic LV monogram. Dallying between a purse and a pouch, the card holder Pochette climbed the ladder to the it-bag hall of fame for its versatile design.
