Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is one of my favorite lines next to Ralph Lauren. Another awe inspiring company that I support constantly with my debit card. It all started with Monsieur Louis Vuitton in 1854 where he opened up his first storefront in Paris. He created legendary trunks and luggage with precise craftmanship that eventually became known throughout the rest of the world. In 1888 he created the design for the Damier canvas print in brown and beige with the Louis Vuitton name on it which to this day is being adorn on many bags and shoes. Then in 1896 his son Georges designed the monogram canvas print which is personally my favorite and many others as well. From then on LV has thrived throughout the fashion industry building storefronts throughout the world. They merged with Moet and Hennessy in 1987 becoming more powerful and creating LVMH group. In 1998 Marc Jacobs became the artistic director for the men and women lines which he currently still is successfully handling. Paul Helbers is currently the studio director for the menswear lines and the fifth generation Patrick Louis Vuitton still oversees a lot projects and the company as well. In 2008 LV had a revenue of $2.7 Billion in sales and 13,700 employees. So there's a little rundown on the history and important facts about LV if you are a fan or purchasing customer and had no idea. I'm just one of those people who like to know what I'm investing in. I'm actually going to the flagship store today on 5th avenue and will take pics to share with you guys. The first pic is the 5th ave. flagship store in NYC and the other is the Champ Elysses flagship store in Paris, France.