Founded: Started in Paris in 1854 by trunk-maker Louis Vuitton, who revolutionized travel gear with flat-topped, stackable canvas trunks.
The Monogram: The world-famous interlocking LV monogram was created in 1896 by Louis’s son, Georges Vuitton, originally designed to prevent counterfeiting.
Iconic Leather Goods: Designed timeless handbag silhouettes like the Keepall, Speedy, Alma, and Noé that remain global streetwear and luxury staples today.
LVMH Anchor: Merged with Moët Hennessy in 1987 to form LVMH, now the world’s largest luxury conglomerate.
Modern Culture Hub: Redefined high-fashion and streetwear crossovers through historic creative directorships, notably Marc Jacobs, Kim Jones, Nicolas Ghesquière, Virgil Abloh, and Pharrell Williams.
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