The history of the Alma bag
The ‘Alma’ is one of Louis Vuitton’s most iconic bags. The bag was originally commissioned by no other than Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel as a one-of-piece for herself. It wasn’t until 1934 that she gave Louis Vuitton the permission to put the bag into general production who launched thag bag under the name ‘Squire’. In 1955 the bag was renamed the’Champs-Elysee’ and it wasnt until 1992 that the bag was named ‘Alma’.
Over the years the bag has been produced in countless materials like Monogram and Damier canvas to every shade of color in Epi and Monogram Vernis leather, as well exotics skins like ostrich, python and crododile. And of course countless limited runway editions with various arstist and stylist.
What sizes was the Alma produced in?
The Alma was produced in the following sizes, however the GM size is currently not available at Louis Vuitton.
Louis Vuitton Alma Mini Bag 21cm W x 16cm H x 10cm D 8.27in W x 6.3” H x 3.94” D
Louis Vuitton Nano Alma Bag 17cm W x 12cm H x 8cm D 6.7”W x 4.7”H x 3.1”D
Louis Vuitton BB Alma Bag 23.5cm W x 17.5cm H x 11.5cm D l 6.7”W x 4.7”H x 3.1”D
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag 32cm W x 25cm H x 16cm H l 12.8”W x 9.5”H x 6”D
Louis Vuitton Alma MM Bag 36cm W x 28cm H x 17cm D l 14”W x 11”H x 6.7”D
Louis Vuitton Alma GM Bag 39cm W x 29cm H x 18.5cm D l 15.2”W x 11.3”H x 7.2”D
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton Alma Handbag Cost?
Pricing changes hugly depending on the material and size. Prices are based on 2019 price list or the last know price for out of production or limited edition versions.
Louis Vuitton Mini Alma Bag
| Epi Leather | $1’350 |
| Monogram Vernis | $1’350 |
Louis Vuitton Nano Alma Bag
| Epi Leather | $1’200 |
Louis Vuitton Alma BB Bag
| Monogram Canvas | $1’230 |
| Damier Canvas | $1’230 |
| Epi Leather | $1’620 |
| Epi Denim | $1’770 |
| Monogram Vernis | $1’860 |
| Patent Leather | €1’350 |
| Python | $6’250 |
| Ostrich | $7’350 |
| Crocodile | $22’200 |
Louis Vuitton Alma PM Bag
| Monogram Canvas | $1’530 |
| Damier Canvas | $1’530 |
| Epi Leather | $2’160 |
| Monogram Vernis | $2’390 |
| Patent Leather | $2’470 |
| Ostrich | $9’400 |
Louis Vuitton Alma MM Bag
| Monogram Canvas | $1’850 |
| Damier Canvas | $1’850 |
| Epi Leather | $2’500 |
| Monogram Vernis | $2’810 |
Louis Vuitton Alma GM Bag
| Monogram Canvas | $1’960 |
| Epi Leather | $2’810 |
| Monogram Vernis | $3’100 |
| Epi Electric | $3’100 |
| Ostrich | $12’300 |
Limited Edition and Runway Alma Bags
Louis Vuitton x Azzedine Alaia Cenenaire Monogram Alma Bag
1996 limited edition for the 100th anniversary of the Monogram Canvas. Fashion designer Azzedine Alaia created this unique Alma in Monogram Canvas and leopard-printed calf hair. Available in one size only for $4’800.
Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Graffiti Alma Bag
S/S 2001 limited runway edition in collaboration with artist Stephen Sprouse. Crafted in white calfskin leather in either peach or black. Available as PM for $, Horizontal for $ and Haut for $.