~AmourCouture's Collection~

[AmourCouture]

Until about 3 years ago I had never owned a single designer handbag. My grandmother had willed me some very adorable vintage bags that peaked my interest in branded handbags. After my 22nd birthday I decided to splurge on my very first Coach Handbag and Wristlet. I loved them for quite a while and ended up buying a few matching accessories. About a year later I jumped headfirst into Louis Vuitton after longing for one ever since the cherry blossom pattern came out. There is something incredible about a company that has been around since 1854 and used the same logo since 1896. I have been collecting bags and luggage ever since.

I have been a member for a little while now and I have been putting off making a collection thread. I was hesitant because there are so many incredible collections on here that I could only dream of having and I felt like I shouldn't bother. I changed my mind after taking some time to branch myself out and really start using the forum to meet amazing new people from all over the world and to offer my support where I could, especially in the eBay forum. What I have learned is that there are people from all walks of life here with hundreds of different interests...we just happen to share a love of handbags. In browsing through the forum I have discovered that there is such an array of interest in different styles, brands, colors, ect that range from everyday items to the cream of the crop. There really is something for everyone! What is truely amazing is how so many people's collections have evolved over time and to be able to see that using TPF.

So, my collection isn't the best, nor is it meant to be some sort of competitor to others. It doesn't have a huge array of different styles or Brands and it doesn't need its own zip code...but it is mine. I finally feel like it is ok to be proud of it. I want to thank everyone for sharing their story...and giving me the courage to share mine.

[AmourCouture]

This was my first really amazing find. I found it at a Chicago estate sale for $100. It has about 12 intercontinental steamership stickers, and on one of the travel stickers on the side there is the original owners signature dated in the early 1900's. It is a little beat up but the history and mystery that go along with it make it dear to me.

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These are my everyday Louis Vuitton bags, accept for the alma which I haven't really used because it the handles are a little too small to be practical for me.

LV Lockit Horizontal


LV Tivoli GM with Multicolore Bandeau


LV Papillon 30 and mini


LV Alma

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These are my everyday accessories. I am going to branch out and start collecting a few vernis, damier, and multicolore soon.

LV Pochette and Passport cover

LV Zip Agenda (retired) and Multicolore Sac HL (retired)

Porte Tresor Wallet with flap coin pouch and Wallet with zip coin pouch

LV French Purse Wallet

LV Checkbook cover

LV Tikal PM

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These are some of my favorite luggage peices. We travel often and they get pretty regular use, and I display them in our guestroom when they aren't in "action". I hope to some day purchase several Alzer suitcases, but these will do for now.

LV Boite Flacons beauty case



LV Hatbox



LV 2 Hanger Garment Bag

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More Luggage

LV Eole 60 (cabin Size)


LV Pegase 60



LV Steamer Bag 65 (discont./spec. order)



LV Steamer Bag 55 (discont./spec. order)

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I forgot about these accessories
LV Groom Key Coin

LV Snap mini Agenda (discontinued)

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My vintage LV collection~ photos were taken with my iphone while we were moving into our new loft. I hope to post better photos in the future.

Bottom to top
French Co under LV 70's set of 3 Suitcases, XL, L, M
French Co under LV 70's M Suitcase
French Co under LV 70's L Suitcase



French Co under LV 70's XL Suitcase
Louis Vuitton Folding Garment w/ Straps
French Co Under LV 70's XS suitcase



French Co under LV 80's XL garment bag on wheels(I have 2)



Louis Vuitton Medium Suitcase with straps 1990's
French Co under LV Garment Cover insert bags X2 70's
French Co under LV lingerie pouch for garment bag 70's

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LV Petit Noe in Yellow (Discontinued)

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My only Chanel...for now. I use it for school.

Chanel 3 Pocket tote

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These are the handbags that my Grandmother willed to me. They sparked my interest in designer handbags

Left to Right
Gucci vintage 80's Blue handbag
Dior Vintage tapestry logo barrel bag 80's Blue
Dior Vintage 80's tan handbag w/ logo clasp
Dior Vintage tapestry Logo CD Pouch Shoulder bag Blue
Dior Vintage tapestry Logo CD Pouch Shoulder bag Brown



Left to Right
Fendi Vintage stripe shoulder/cosmetic bag
Fendi Vintage damier check eyeglass case
Fendi Vintage damier check shoulder bag



Fendi Vintage Leather Pinstripe with Snake Gold trim

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I also collect Vintage 1950's-60's Lucite Handbags.

Rare Kate Dooner Book peice, lucite, unlabeled, never used.



Rare Wilardy Dooner Book peice White Marble round lucite bag, never used. 50's-60's



Rialto Book Kate Dooner Book Peice Tan with bead and applique lucite handbag. 50's-60's



Clear Rhinestone trim Lucite handbag, Dooner Book peice, unlabeled. 50's



Tan Lucite box bag, unlabled. 50's



Dorset Rex Metal basket purse, Book Peice.

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More to follow...I need to take a break

[karmenzsofia]

OMG! WTF?

Your collection does have a zip code!
Wow, girl, are you telling me that you
have built this collection in only three
years? :blink:

It's fReaKin amazing. I really like your taste for vintage pieces.
Well, I know who I'm calling next time
I travel and need luggage...

[AmourCouture]

Originally Posted by karmenzsofia

OMG! WTF? Your collection does have a zip code! Wow, girl, are you telling me that you have built this collection in only three years? :blink: It's fReaKin amazing. I really like your taste for vintage pieces. Well, I know who I'm calling next time I travel and need luggage...

AWE!!! Thanks K...Yup...3 years and a ton of auctions and internet searches...estate sales...you name it. I am constantly loaning out my luggage...you have no idea. I actually have a bunch more to put up that are older and more worn but I needed a breather. I actually had a ton of my Vintage French Co stuff up on ebay a little while back but they all have a ton of travel wear so I was hoping to get them refurbished and relist but I am sure that will take an eternity. I have a Diane Von Furstenburg Set that I love and use as checked luggage (I have a hard time checking my LV). It is super cute and practical.
Glad you could be my first comment on my official collection!