The Homeless Boy Who Invented Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is the No.1 luxury brand in the world — valued at over $30 billion. Its history dates back to the 19th century and begins with a homeless teenager who could only dream of success. With no money or food, he worked odd jobs with artisans and craftsmen to survive, barely making any money but learned valuable skills that led to pioneering modern luggage and creating a billion-dollar empire. Source: [Louis Vuitton/The Vuitton Family] Vuitton: A Biography of Louis Vuitton [John Wanamaker] ët-hennessy-louis-vuitton-sa-history/ [Henry Racamier] [Marc Jacobs] Continued: