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The expensive 'Italian' shoes made for a pittance in east European sweatshops, Fashion industry
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Beautiful Louis Vuitton trunk, circa 1900 — Alessio Lorenzi
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The History of the Louis Vuitton Brand –
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Revealed: the Romanian site where Louis Vuitton makes its Italian shoes, Retail industry
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Louis Vuitton Celebrates The 10th Anniversary Of Objets Nomades
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Nicolas Ghesquière takes Louis Vuitton on a journey through space and time, Paris fashion week spring/summer 2015
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In Italy, Family-Run Shoe Factories Are Part of the Culture. What Happens If They Close? - Fashionista
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In Italy, Family-Run Shoe Factories Are Part of the Culture. What Happens If They Close? - Fashionista
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Nicolas Ghesquière Is Playing 'the Big Game' - The New York Times