Founded: 1854
Specialty: Luxury leather goods, handbags, fashion, jewelry
Famous for: The LV monogram and timeless craftsmanship
Founded: 1837
Specialty: Handbags (like the Birkin and Kelly), scarves, watches
Famous for: Extreme quality and hand-stitched leather goods
Founded: 1910 by Coco Chanel
Specialty: Haute couture, fragrances, accessories
Famous for: Chanel No.5 perfume and the “little black dress”
Founded: 1921 by Guccio Gucci
Specialty: Fashion, handbags, shoes, accessories
Famous for: Bold designs and Italian luxury craftsmanship
Founded: 1905
Specialty: High-end Swiss watches
Famous for: Precision, durability, and as a global status symbol
1. Louis Vuitton
- Founded in 1854 by Louis Vuitton in Paris. Encyclopedia Britannica+2Wikipédia+2
- Known originally for high-end trunks and luggage; gradually expanded into handbags, leather goods, clothing, accessories. Encyclopedia Britannica+1
- One of the world’s most valuable luxury brands; in 2024 its brand value was estimated at ~€120 billion. FashionNetwork+1
- Typical price point: some handbags sell for tens of thousands of dollars, and limited-edition items can go much higher.
2. Hermès
- French luxury house, origin in 1837; famous for extreme craftsmanship, especially in leather goods (e.g., the Birkin and Kelly bags). Wikipédia+1
- Very exclusive supply, often waiting lists; leather goods account for a large share of the brand’s business. Wikipédia
- In 2024 brand value was around USD 93.7 billion (making it a top three luxury label). FashionNetwork
- Price point: among the highest in the industry — some bags priced well above $10 000, often much more depending on materials.
3. Chanel
- Founded in 1910 by Coco Chanel in Paris. Wikipédia
- Known for timeless products: e.g., the Chanel No 5 perfume, the classic flap bag, etc. Wikipédia
- Brand value and prestige: in 2024 Chanel was ranked among the top luxury brands globally. ae.fashionnetwork.com+1
- Typical price bracket: luxury handbags often start in the thousands and go up significantly depending on materials (exotic skins, diamonds, etc).
4. Gucci
- Founded in 1921 in Florence, Italy. Wikipédia
- Known for bold design aesthetics, the double-G logo, and high-end leather goods, ready-to-wear, accessories. iiad.edu.in+1
- Although slightly “lower” than the ultra-exclusive houses (like Hermès) in price/exclusivity, it still sits firmly in the high cost luxury bracket.
- Price point: many products in thousands of dollars; limited editions and special collaborations can greatly exceed that.
5. Rolex
- Swiss luxury watch manufacturer founded by Hans Wilsdorf (with Alfred Davis) in 1905; based in Geneva now. Wikipédia
- Known for exceptional quality, in-house manufacturing, waterproof mechanisms (e.g., Oyster), and status symbol associations. rolex.com+1
- Brand value in 2024: while not quite as high as the top few fashion houses, it is still extremely expensive and prestigious. FashionNetwork
- Price point: entry-level models may start several thousand dollars; rarer models, limited editions, precious-metal versions easily go into tens or hundreds of thousands.
brand value
Louis Vuitton
Approximate Value : ~$26.3 billion
Notes : This is the estimated brand value, not the full company market cap.
Chanel
Approximate Value : ~$19.4 billion
Notes : Private company; full enterprise value likely higher.
Gucci
Approximate Value : ~$17.8 billion
Notes : Part of Kering group.
Hermès
Approximate Value : >€300 billion
Notes : This is company‐level market cap; brand value alone may
differ.
Rolex
Approximate Value : Sales ~10.58 billion CHF in 2024; company is
privately held.fr.wikipedia.org
Notes : Because Rolex is private, there’s no widely published market cap.
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