Louis Vuitton, founded in 1854 by Louis Vuitton himself, is a premier French luxury brand renowned for its high-end trunks, leather goods, fashion, and accessories. The company began when Louis Vuitton, after apprenticing under a master box maker in Paris, opened his own atelier near Place Vendôme, specializing in durable, stylish travel trunks[1][2][3][5][6]. A key innovation was the introduction of the flat-topped, stackable trunk in 1858, replacing the traditional rounded-top design to enable easy stacking during train and ocean liner travel—a revolutionary concept that reshaped luxury travel luggage[1][3][6]. Vuitton also replaced heavy leather with lightweight, waterproof Trianon canvas, enhancing functionality and durability[6]. His son, Georges Vuitton, further advanced the brand by creating the iconic LV Monogram Canvas in 1896 and developing the patented spring-lock mechanism on trunks to prevent theft, famously challenging Harry Houdini to pick the lock to prove its security[1][3][6]. These innovations combined artistry with practical craftsmanship, establishing Louis Vuitton as a symbol of exclusivity and elegance. Throughout its history, Louis Vuitton expanded internationally, opening its first London store in 1885 and growing its production facilities in Asnières-sur-Seine to meet rising demand[3][6]. The brand earned royal patronage from Empress Eugénie in 1853, establishing its prestige early on[5]. Today, Louis Vuitton is part of the LVMH conglomerate, solidifying its position as a leader in luxury fashion and lifestyle goods[2][6]. Notable aspects of Louis Vuitton include its blend of artisanal craftsmanship and innovation, its strong brand identity centered around the LV monogram, and its evolution from a specialized luggage maker to a global luxury powerhouse influencing fashion, technology-infused craftsmanship, and luxury retail[