After it was founded in 1854, Louis Vuitton swiftly cemented its place as the last word in luggage. However, it’s with handbags that the Parisian maison has really captivated generations of consumers.

“It took them years to start making the simple pockets of the Neverfull handbag,” one source familiar with operations at the plant said, referring to the classic Louis Vuitton shoulder tote bag.

The brand has updated its 2003 collaboration with the Japanese artist. Louis Vuitton’s new Speedy Bandoulière 20 bag. $2,870, louisvuitton.com.Credit...Still life by Lewis Mirrett. Set design ...