2011年8月25日星期四

The history of Louis Vuitton

As the name implies Louis Vuitton originated in Paris. The name is known for luxurious products including handbags and luggage. The handbags are artistic statements in and of themselves and are made of high quality leather.Louis Vuitton invented an air tight piece of luggage in the 1800’s. In the 1850’s, Mr. Vuitton started designing unusual handcrafted items and then opened his first design house. In the 1860’s Louis was honored at the Worlds fair for his designs and high quality craftsmanship. His first handbag was introduced in the late 1800’s. The company grew into a leather empire.Louis Vuitton Pochette Plate Brooklyn N41100
    

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The company is very prestigious and is known for its high quality well made handbags and luggage. The company has a monogrammed canvas design on all of its products.The company can boast of the famous models and actresses they have used over the years to promote their products. Names such as Uma Thurman, Jennifer Lopez, Kate Moss and Scarlett Johansson.In 1896, Louis’s son Georges took over the company and it has become a multi million dollar company that is world reknown. It is the brand that is most counterfeited as the products are very desirable across the country and the world.The first handbag was made out of canvas and it was designed to be durable and long lasting. In the 1900’s a small bag known as the steamer bag, named after trains which were the primary source of transportation back then. The handbag was designed to compliment the luggage.In the 1900’s the Louis Vuitton bag was known for it’s classic lines and style. Darker, richer leathers were used to make a simple, elegant statement.Louis Vuitton Pochette Bosphore N51111

The products can be found in specialty shops, larger department stores and on line. The company has very strict counterfeiting rules and has struggled to maintain control of its product line and to fend off counterfeiters. The company has sued Ebay and Google for trademark violations.Several designers came on board with the company to assist in the design of a limited edition line of handbags in over 30 different colors. The cherry blossom pattern originated in 2004 and is still very popular today.Another stunning limited edition handbag is the Vuitton Aumoniere. It is made of silk and satin and is the perfect evening purse for any gala or formal event. The handle is made of snakeskin and the purse is lined with lamb skin.

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