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"Louis Vuitton Handbags"

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Definition: Louis Vuitton started designing luggage in Paris during the 19th Century. 100 years later, Louis Vuitton leather goods are an unparalleled status symbol worldwide.

The iconic 'LV' monogram canvas was first created in 1896 as a way to prevent counterfeiting and is the first designer label ever placed on a product in this way. Unfortunately and ironically, Louis Vuitton has come to be the most counterfeited brand in history. Only an astounding 1% of "Louis Vuitton" branded items are not counterfeited.

The Louis Vuitton brand uses celebrities such as Uma Thurman in their ad campaigns in order to maintain a cult-like following. The amount of celebrities that carry this brand is paramount to no other; Ashley Tisdale, Lindsay Lohan, The Hilton Sisters, Duff Sisters, Olsen Twins, Simpson Sisters, Nicole Richie, Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson, Carmen Electra and many, many others all carry multiple Vuitton bags & accessories.

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