Louis Vuitton Wallets

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Louis Vuitton wallets and accessories have bridged the gap between luxury designer elitism and everyday purpose. You will frequently see a signature Vuitton tote sported casually by women in shopping malls and supermarkets. Though the versatility of the monogrammed Vuitton signature line has made these wallets and handbags both easy and fashionable, buyers almost forget that a simple photo holder can cost upward of $300.

Though cheap and ubiquitous replicas have almost destroyed the exclusivity of Louis Vuitton products, the designer still stands as one of the grand names in elitist high-end fashion.

Behind the Brand

Louis Vuitton is among the most renowned brands of luxury merchandise. The company’s beginning was humble as its owner, Louis Vuitton, started out in 1954 as a trunk manufacturer in Paris. The trunks were of such quality that soon Louis expanded his factories and gained international presence with the winning of an 1867 World’s Fair bronze medal. Louis died in 1892, and his son Georges redirected under the company's resources. Georges Vuitton promoted the brand name, designing the “LV” beige-on-brown monogram that remains the dependable trademark for Louis Vuitton. Georges is also the mastermind behind the Vuitton five-combination lock.

Over the decades, the Vuitton empire has grown to include perfume, couture, and numerous luxury goods and accessories, including belts, hats, jewelry, and footwear. In 1998, Louis Vuitton was transported into the realms of high-fashion couture with the aid of master-designer, Marc Jacobs.

The Charm of Louis Vuitton Wallets

Louis Vuitton wallets boast a blissfully understated luxury that allows these products to easily accessorize a variety of looks. Currently, Vuitton fans can indulge themselves in a number of style lines including, but not limited to:

  • Monogram Canvas
  • Monogram Multicolor
  • Monogram Denim
  • Epi Leather

The Monogram Canvas Line

The Monogram Canvas line remains the signature look of Louis Vuitton accessories. This popular beige-on-brown “LV” bearing façade remains the most purchased and replicated style of all Louis Vuitton products. Within the signature canvas line, fans can purchase the Monogram Gousset Wallet that features the classic monogrammed canvas with leather lining, front flap with snap closures, and two open compartments. Its diminutive size makes it ideal for small to medium size handbags. However, this is not a complete wallet. There is no specific area for credit-cards or identification cards, and no slot to include one’s checkbook.

The Monogram Multicolor line

The multicolor line adds a flirty twist to the conventional canvas Louis Vuitton wallets with the introduction of bright candy colors set on a white or black leather-lined canvas background. This line offers the same casual versatility as the signature canvas with the addition of a bold feminine Takashi Murakami-inspired appeal. Within the multicolor line is a more complete wallet called the Porte-Tresor International. This sleek calfskin wallet contains credit card slots, bill compartments, and a specific area for coins. However, the wallet boast a price of $630.

For a significantly higher cost, the multicolor line also offers the Porte-Monnaie Billets Viennois, a colorful wallet that maintains space for credit cards, indentification, coins, and bills, all packaged in a leather-lined canvas with a snap closure and gold metal Viennese claps.

The Monogram Denim Line

Fans of casual luxury really love the festive steel-blue or muted fushia stonewashed appeal of the Monogram Denim line’s take on the traditional monogram canvas. Although this line does not offer any traditional wallets, the Monogram Denim Speedy Case PM can easily hold coins, bills, cards, or any small items that would otherwise fall to the bottom of your purse.

The Epi Leather Collection

This Epi Leather Collection contains a variety of wallets all crafted out of the same soft, pleasant Epi leather. Colors range from striking red and eye-boggling mandarin to traditional black and mocha brown. The “LV” is subtly embossed on the lower corner of these models. Prices range from $480 to $560.

Where to Find

Louis Vuitton wallets can be purchased directly from Vuitton stores internationally or from several upscale department stores such as Barneys, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and select Nordstrom. The signature line as well as several of the more recent lines can also be purchased suspicion-free at Eluxury.

Consumers should maintain heavy awareness regarding the number of designer replicas that currently flood the market, and shop with reliable merchants.


 


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