About Louis Vuitton Pochette Bags
French for pouch, a pochette is a small bag that’s often used as a catch-all bag or cosmetics case tucked inside a larger bag. The Louis Vuitton Pochette can serve that purpose, as well. But it’s more popularly employed as an eye-catching purse of its own, often able to be carried by hand, tucked under the arm as a clutch or worn on the shoulder. Many Pochette straps are even interchangeable, each creating a different look. Thanks to its versatility and consistently appeal, the LV Pochette, in all its iterations, ranks among the most sought-after bags from the French fashion house.
Rumor has it that Louis Vuitton has—or soon will—discontinue many of its Pochette bags. As of spring 2021, the brand remains mum. Earlier in 2021, fans noted that several styles of the bag increased in price on the LV website. Yet all styles seem to be out of stock there, including the flirty pink Summer 2021 special edition Mini Pochette Accessoires for the By the Pool collection. You might find a Louis Vuitton Pochette at a brick-and-mortar retailer but, if your heart’s set on a specific style, fabric or color, the secondary market may be your best bet.
Designs and Features of the Louis Vuitton Pochette Bag
The LV Pochette comes in a wide, interesting range of styles. A few of the most popular include:
Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessoires: A popular design for many LV devotees, the small but mighty Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessoires provides plenty of space for day-to-day or date night, measuring in at 9.3 x 5.3 x 1.6 inches (length x height x width). A top zipper secures this Pochette, and an interior flat pocket offers added organization. The strap—with a 9.8-inch strap drop—is removable, and the bag’s reinforced base allows this beauty to stand on its own.
Louis Vuitton Mini Pochette Accessoires: The even more petite Mini Pochette is perfect for carrying the most essential of your essentials. This little one measures in at 5.5 x 3.5 x 0.8 inches, and the gold-tone chain strap features a 5.9-inch drop. The strap is not removable, but a snap hook on one side makes it possible to attach this little baby to another bag or a belt. Like its larger cousin, the Mini Pochette is secured at the top with a zip closure.
Louis Vuitton Multi Pochette Accessoires: Can’t decide between the classic and the Mini Pochette Accessoires? How about a bag that includes both … plus a bonus? Debuted to a media storm in 2019, the Multi Pochette Accessoires is proof that Louis Vuitton is as creative as ever when it comes to diversifying the Pochette. This unique bag is essentially three bags in one, achieving a cool juxtaposition of sizes while offering multiple functions. The main bag, a classic Pochette Accessoires, is complemented by two other detachable pieces: a Mini Pochette Accessoires and a Round Coin Purse. Described by the brand as a hybrid cross-body bag, the Multi Pochette Accessoires also includes two detachable straps. The wide, adjustable Jacquard strap is emblazoned with the famous Louis Vuitton name and adds a ring for attaching other fun accessories, while the gold-toned chain strap can also be used to carry the bag—or left dangling as an accessory that hangs amongst the three pieces when all are attached as one. As for the Coin Purse, it’s perfect for storing essentials other than change, like bobby pins, earbuds, earrings and so much more.
Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis: The Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis enjoys must-have status among LV collectors. It’s larger than the Accessoires bags, measuring 9.8 x 7.5 x 2.8 inches, and its satchel silhouette brings a bit more structure. The Pochette Métis adds a zipped pocket to the back of the purse and opens to reveal three compartments. A front flap and Louis Vuitton’s distinctive S lock keep valuables safely tucked inside. In addition to a single handle at the top, this bag includes an adjustable and removable shoulder strap, so you can carry the Pochette in your hand, on your shoulder or cross-body style.
Louis Vuitton has created the popular Pochette in a multitude of styles and a variety of fabrics, colors and special editions. The iconic Monogram coated canvas with Vachetta leather trim and gold-toned hardware is a perennial favorite, along with the checkered Damier Ebene and Damier Azur. The fun hues in the Monogram Multicolor Pochette Accessoires add a splash of sass, while the bold red of the same bag in gorgeous Epi leather lends a punch of panache to nearly any ensemble. For those who seek sleek sophistication, the Louis Vuitton Pochette Métis in gorgeous black Empreinte leather will not disappoint.
The Louis Vuitton Pochette Bag Value and Collectibility
With their sturdy construction, casual yet classic style, various limited-edition designs and versatility, the LV Pochette bags possess plenty of staying power and make great investments. Consider the Pochette Métis, for example. In early 2021, Monogram canvas versions fetch, on average, more than $2,100 on the secondary marketplace.