The upcoming celebrity designer auction is just the start of Louis Vuitton's fundraising commitment to the American Red Cross. The luxury design house will donate 10% of this month's online sales of selected bags to the charity.

The fundraising drive commemorates the 150th anniversary of Louis Vuitton's Asnieres workshop. This location was the label's only production facility from 1859 to 1977. So many years later, Louis Vuitton's hard-frame luggage, special orders, exotic purses, and limited-edition lines are still crafted there today.

Donating to American Red Cross was a simple choice for the company's North American president, Daniel Lalonde.

"The Red Cross is committed to preventing and appeasing the sufferance of people weakened by instability and ever-growing de-humanization of our society. Louis Vuitton is honored to be aligned with such a significant and impactful organization," he said.

Bag lovers can do their bit by snapping up the brand's iconic Keepall, Speedy, Noe, or Alma purses. If you have ever considered buying one of these timeless styles, now's the time to do it!

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Louis Vuitton has been customizing its suitcases for the rich and famous for the last 150 years. Now the iconic fashion house will offer their personalized products to the masses with the release of its Mon Monogram range.

Bagistas can buy personalized versions of the classic and business Speedy bags and Pegase 55 suitcases. The customized handbags will feature three two-tone letters and two complementary diagonal straps. Customers can choose from 17 colors, so there are plenty of possible combinations.

Louis Vuitton stores will show customers digital versions of their personalized accessories instantly. Once it gets the seal of approval, the design will be sent to the label's artesans who'll prepare the customized purse in six weeks.

Prices range from $970 for the Speedy 25 to $3860 for the Pegase 55 Business. It's not exactly cheap, but it's about what I'd expect to pay for a one-of-a-kind Louis Vuitton accessory.

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It seems the rumors were true: Sean Connery is the new face of Louis Vuitton's Core Values advertising campaign.

Everyone's favorite James Bond posed for famed photographer Annie Leibovitz on a dock near his Bahamas residence. Aren't we all just a little bit jealous that he lives there? He might be 78 years old, but Sean still looks casually cool in his three-quarter pants and Bermuda hat.

Sean shares the spotlight with a traditionally monogrammed Louis Vuitton Keepall bag. It's a classic, just like the film icon himself. It's also waterproof, which makes it the perfect choice for this tropical image!

Sean Connery is the latest in a long line of celebrities starring in the Louis Vuitton Core Values commercials. They include rocker Keith Richards, French screen siren Catherine Deneuve, dynamic film daddy-daughter team Francis Ford and Sofia Coppola, and sport glamor couple Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf.

The Sean Connery Core Values ad is slated for publication later this month.

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International jetsetters and day trippers alike will flip over this timeless Louis Vuitton travel bag.

Scared to hand over your precious Louis to a baggage handler? Even careless airport workers are no match for this travel bag's durable canvas finish. The chocolate fabric is adorned with Louis Vuitton's iconic "LV" monogram. Natural cowhide trim and golden hardware complete this classic look.

If you're still wary of the airport staff, don't worry. This Louis Vuitton handbag is the largest keepall to fit into an airplane's overhead compartments.

The large interior compartment means you'll never have to leave anything behind. And toiletry spills are no problem either, thanks to the tough canvas lining.

Just because it's large doesn't mean this Louis will weigh you down. The rounded leather handles and detachable shoulder strap were all designed with your comfort in mind.

More Features of This Louis Vuitton Travel Bag

• A removable leather shoulder strap with polished brass buckles and gripped shoulder pad
• A removable luggage tag and buckled belt to hold the handles together
• Double zip closure
• A security padlock
• Measures 22 x 12 x 9 inches

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