The 10 Most Popular Louis Vuitton Bags of All Time
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Getty ImagesThe Louis Vuitton Speedy bag is one of the house's most iconic styles. Designed in 1930 in response to the decade's rapid transportation advances, the compact Speedy is lightweight, easy to travel with, and big enough to hold your essentials. A designated "house icon," the Speedy is an unquestionable asset to any wardrobe.
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Edward Berthelot/Getty ImagesDesigned by Louis Vuitton's grandson Gaston-Louis Vuitton in 1934, the Alma bag was named after the Alma Bridge, which connects two renowned Paris neighborhoods over the Seine. This is the most structured of the iconic LV bags, featuring a sturdy leather bottom, protective studs, and rolled leather handles.
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Edward Berthelot/Getty ImagesIntroduced in 2007, the Neverfull bag is a fan favorite. It quickly became one of the most popular Louis Vuitton bags and joined the brand's exclusive list of house icons. It's incredibly spacious, making it a great everyday bag and an essential travel companion.
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Getty ImagesThe latest addition to the brand's house icons section, the Twist is a modern day-to-evening bag emblazoned with bold LV hardware. Outfitted with a short chain hand strap and a leather crossbody strap, the Twist is just as versatile as stylish. This minimalist handbag is made with signature Epi leather and comes in dozens of colors and sizes.
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Christian Vierig/Getty ImagesWhile a brand-new Louis Vuitton Petite Boite Chapeau bag will set you back $4600, it was inspired by the brand's iconic hatbox. A small and compact bag, this one-of-a-kind LV purse made quite a splash in the street style scene when it was released in late 2018.
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Christian Vierig/Getty ImagesThe discontinued Looping bag is now a sought-after Louis Vuitton vintage piece. Released in 2002 for a comparatively affordable $1030, the Looping bag now goes for roughly $600 to $2000 on resale sites such as Farfetch, Rebag, and eBay. With an arched Vachetta leather handle and the house's classic monogram coated canvas, the Looping bag will never go out of style.
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Getty ImagesThe Pochette Accessoires bag is a slightly larger interpretation of a toiletry bag. Outfitted with a leather or chain strap, the Pochette Accessoires is large enough to fit a Zippy Wallet and other small essentials. While you can still shop this bag on the Louis Vuitton website, this style is a highly sought-after vintage piece. You can find one online for as low as $400.
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Getty ImagesAnother house icon is the Capucines, which was named after Rue des Capucines in Paris, where Louis Vuitton opened his first shop in 1854. Crafted from full-grain Taurillon leather, crocodilian leather, or soft lambskin, this bag is luxury at its finest. The BB, PM, and mini Capucines are popular among the fashion set.
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Getty ImagesWhen asked by a champagne producer to design a sturdy bag large enough to transport five bottles of champagne, Gaston-Louis Vuitton created the Noé bag. Released in 1932, this bucket bag is a true Louis Vuitton classic. It now comes in six sizes and styles: the NéoNoé, the Nano Noé, the Petit Noé, the Noé BB, the Noé Backpack, and the Noé Pouch.
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Getty ImagesSimilar to the Petite Boite Chapeau, the Petite Malle bag was inspired by classic Louis Vuitton trunks—down to the monogram canvas and gold-toned lock and fittings. This versatile bag can be carried as a clutch or crossbody using the detachable strap.
