Designer Totes Compared: Louis Vuitton Neverfull vs Goyard Saint Louis vs Longchamp Le Pliage

The three most famous designer totes, side by side. 2026 prices, history, sizes, weight, materials, what each is really like to carry, how to spot fakes and what they cost in Pakistan.

By the ULVARE team · 1 October 2026 · 22 min read
Goyard Saint Louis PM Bag (Black & Tan) - image 1
In this article (18)
  1. The short answer
  2. Where the tote came from
  3. At a glance
  4. The Louis Vuitton Neverfull
  5. The Goyard Saint Louis
  6. The Longchamp Le Pliage
  7. The materials, explained
  8. Monogram, Damier or Goyardine: which pattern?
  9. Head to head
  10. How to spot a fake
  11. How big a tote do you need?
  12. Buying pre-owned
  13. What these totes cost in Pakistan
  14. Other designer totes worth knowing
  15. Which tote should you choose?
  16. Caring for your tote
  17. Frequently asked questions
  18. Sources

If you've ever searched for "Louis Vuitton tote bag price", you've probably landed in the same rabbit hole as everyone else: the Neverfull or the Goyard? Is a Longchamp just as good? What do these bags actually cost, and is it worth paying ten or fifteen times more for one tote than another?

These three bags are the most recognisable designer totes in the world, and they represent three different philosophies. The Louis Vuitton Neverfull is the logo tote everyone knows. The Goyard Saint Louis is the insider's tote, light and hand-finished, from a house that barely advertises. The Longchamp Le Pliage is the practical tote that folds into a square, sold by the tens of millions. This guide compares them honestly: history, materials, sizes, weight, real-life carrying, prices in 2026, how to spot fakes, and what each costs to own in Pakistan. At the end we'll look at a handful of other designer totes worth considering, and the ones we carry.

The short answer

  • Buy the Louis Vuitton Neverfull if you want the most recognisable designer tote in the world, you like a structured shape you can cinch, and you value resale. In the US it now costs US$2,160 to US$2,310 in Monogram canvas, depending on size.
  • Buy the Goyard Saint Louis if you want something lighter, more discreet and more exclusive, and you'd like it personalised with your initials. In the US it costs about US$1,890 (PM) to US$2,080 (GM), and it's sold almost only in Goyard's own boutiques.
  • Buy the Longchamp Le Pliage if you want a practical, lightweight, foldable everyday tote at a fraction of the price, around US$150 in the US for a medium or large tote.

If you want the shortest possible version: the Neverfull is for being seen, the Saint Louis is for being known, and the Le Pliage is for being practical.

Where the tote came from

The word "tote", meaning to carry, has been used in American English since the seventeenth century, but the tote bag as we know it is a twentieth-century idea. One of its best-known ancestors is the L.L.Bean ice carrier of 1944: a heavy, oatmeal-coloured canvas bag with riveted handles and a double-layered base, made in Maine to carry blocks of ice home from the ice house. It disappeared from L.L.Bean's catalogue after one season and returned in 1965 as the Boat and Tote, which became the emblem of New England seaside life and the template for countless canvas totes since.

The designer tote followed as women's lives changed. As more women went out to work, a bag had to carry a day's worth of things, not just a purse and a lipstick, and the open, roomy, two-handled tote was the answer. By the 1990s and 2000s, every major house had a signature tote, and the three in this guide had become icons of their kind.

At a glance

Louis Vuitton NeverfullGoyard Saint LouisLongchamp Le Pliage
Launched2007Goyard founded 1853; Goyardine canvas 18921993
Made byLouis Vuitton, ParisMaison Goyard, ParisLongchamp, Paris (family-owned since 1948)
Main materialCoated canvas (Monogram, Damier Ebène, Damier Azur)Goyardine canvas (coated cotton, linen and hemp)Nylon canvas (now recycled polyamide), leather trim
LeatherHandles and trim (natural vachetta on Monogram; cowhide on Damier Ebène)Chevroches calfskin trimRussian leather (cowhide) handles and flap
ClosureOpen, with a hook claspOpenZip and snap flap
SizesPM, MM, GMPM, GM (and others)XS to XL, plus pouches and backpacks
ExtrasRemovable zip pouch; side laces cinch the shapeRemovable pouch; personalisation (marquage)Folds flat into a small square
WeightModerateVery light (about 280 g for the PM)Very light
US price, 2026US$2,160 (PM), US$2,240 (MM), US$2,310 (GM)About US$1,890 (PM), US$2,080 (GM)Around US$150 for an M or L tote
Sold online?Yes, on Louis Vuitton's websiteRarely; mostly in Goyard boutiquesYes, widely

The Louis Vuitton Neverfull

A tote that was named for a promise

Louis Vuitton introduced the Neverfull in 2007, and its name is its pitch: a tote so roomy it's never full. Within a few years it had become one of the best-selling designer bags of the century, the bag you see on every airport concourse and in every office from New York to Lahore.

The Neverfull's design is deceptively simple: an open-topped tote in Louis Vuitton's coated canvas, with two slim leather handles and a hook clasp at the top. Its signature detail is the pair of side laces on each side. Pull them tight and the bag cinches into a neat, narrow shape; loosen them and it opens out into a relaxed, roomy tote. It also comes with a removable zipped pouch that clips inside and works on its own as a clutch or wristlet. Inside there's a flat zipped pocket and a D-ring for keys.

Canvases and leathers

The Neverfull comes in Louis Vuitton's three classic canvases:

  • Monogram, the brown canvas with the LV initials and flowers, dating back to 1896, trimmed in natural vachetta leather. Vachetta is untreated cowhide that starts pale and slowly darkens to a honey colour (a patina) with sun, handling and time. Some people love the patina; others prefer to keep it pale.
  • Damier Ebène, the brown checkerboard, trimmed in darker cowhide that doesn't patina in the same way and hides wear better. It's the most practical choice.
  • Damier Azur, the white and blue-grey checkerboard, fresh and summery, trimmed in vachetta. It shows marks and dye transfer more readily.

Louis Vuitton also makes the Neverfull in its embossed Monogram Empreinte leather and in seasonal variations, at higher prices.

Sizes

SizeApproximate dimensionsBest for
PM29 × 21 × 12 cmEveryday essentials, smaller frames
MM32 × 29 × 17 cmThe classic size; work, everyday, travel
GM39 × 32 × 19 cmTravel, beach, carrying a lot

The MM is the size most people buy and the one most people mean when they say "Neverfull". The PM suits petite frames and lighter days; the GM is a genuine carry-all.

What it costs in 2026

Louis Vuitton raises its prices regularly. Its most recent US increase took effect on 27 May 2026, with most handbags rising by about 2 to 3 percent. After that increase, the Neverfull in Monogram canvas cost:

  • Neverfull PM: US$2,160 (up from US$2,100)
  • Neverfull MM: US$2,240 (up from US$2,170), the first time the MM passed US$2,200
  • Neverfull GM: US$2,310 (up from US$2,240)

For context, the same increase took the Speedy Bandoulière 30 to US$2,040 and the OnTheGo MM to US$3,400. Prices differ in other countries and currencies (European prices, especially after a tourist tax refund, are often lower than American ones) and they change with every increase.

Why the price keeps rising

The Neverfull is one of the clearest examples of how luxury prices have climbed. Price trackers record that its US price more than doubled in about a decade, from around US$870 in 2012 to US$2,030 in 2023, before reaching US$2,240 for the MM in 2026. Louis Vuitton raises prices most years, typically by a few percent at a time, as do most luxury houses.

There are several reasons. Materials, labour and logistics cost more. Luxury houses also use price deliberately: a higher price protects a bag's exclusivity, supports its resale value and keeps it desirable. For buyers, the practical lesson is that a classic Louis Vuitton bag rarely gets cheaper. If you're sure you want one, waiting usually means paying more, and pre-owned bags in good condition hold their value well partly for that reason.

What it's like to carry

The Neverfull is light for its size, because coated canvas weighs much less than leather, and it's genuinely roomy. The open top makes it quick to get in and out of. The trade-offs: the hook clasp doesn't secure the contents, so it's less suited to crowded places; the thin handles can dig into your shoulder when the bag is heavy; and the bag sags without the laces cinched or a base shaper inside. Many owners add a bag organiser insert, which also protects the lining.

Buying a Neverfull in Pakistan

There is no Louis Vuitton boutique in Pakistan. The nearest official stores for most Pakistanis are in the Gulf, especially Dubai, and in India. That leaves three routes: buy it yourself on a trip, have someone buy it for you at a boutique, or buy from a reseller. The Neverfull is also among the most counterfeited bags in the world, so the third route needs real care. We'll come to authentication below.

We don't hold Louis Vuitton in stock at the moment. If you'd like us to source a specific Louis Vuitton piece from an official retailer, our team can look into it for you.

The Goyard Saint Louis

The oldest name in the comparison

Goyard's story begins in 1792, when a Paris trunk-maker called Martin set up shop. In 1853 François Goyard took over the business and gave it his name. For more than a century and a half, Goyard made luggage and trunks for travelling aristocrats, and in 1892 it created the pattern that defines it today: the Goyardine canvas, a chevron-like weave of tiny dots that, from a distance, forms the house's interlocking Y shapes. The canvas is made from cotton, linen and hemp, coated to make it tough and water-resistant.

Goyard has always been discreet. It advertises very little, keeps online sales limited and sells mainly through its own boutiques. That scarcity is part of its appeal: a Goyard tote signals that you know about it, rather than that you can afford it.

The Saint Louis tote

The Saint Louis is Goyard's best-known bag: an open, unlined tote in Goyardine canvas with Chevroches calfskin trim and thin leather handles, sold with a removable pouch. It's remarkably light. The Saint Louis PM in our shop weighs 280 grams, according to Goyard's own specification, and it's made in France.

The tote is soft and unstructured. Its base is narrower than its top, so the bag widens as it opens, and side straps let you change the shape. Because it's unlined, the canvas itself is the interior, which keeps the weight down.

SizeBase lengthHeightDepthHandle drop
Saint Louis PM34 cm28 cm15 cm18 cm
Saint Louis GMLarger; about 33 cm tall

The PM is the everyday size; the GM is a big work or travel tote. Goyard also makes other sizes from time to time.

Personalisation: marquage

One of Goyard's most loved traditions is marquage: hand-painted personalisation in the boutique. You can have your initials, stripes or symbols painted onto the canvas in colours of your choice, just as Goyard's trunk clients did in the nineteenth century. It turns a Saint Louis into something entirely your own, and it's a large part of why people choose Goyard as a gift for a milestone.

What it costs in 2026

Goyard doesn't publish prices widely online, so US prices are tracked by buyers and resellers. After Goyard's May 2025 US increase of about 10.5 percent, the Saint Louis PM was reported at about US$1,890 and the GM at about US$2,080, with European prices lower in euros. Prices vary by boutique and country.

The Artois: the zipped sister

If the open top of the Saint Louis worries you, look at the Artois, Goyard's structured, zipped tote with calfskin corners and a floating interior pocket. The Artois PM in our shop measures 40 × 25 × 14 cm, weighs 460 grams and closes with a zip, so it's more secure for travel and busy places. It costs considerably more than a Saint Louis.

Goyard Saint Louis PM Bag (Black & Tan)Saint Louis PM Bag (Black & Tan)PKR 475,300Goyard Saint Louis PM Bag (Black)Saint Louis PM Bag (Black)PKR 475,300Goyard Artois PM BagArtois PM BagPKR 640,200
Goyard at ULVARE: the Saint Louis PM in Black & Tan and in Black, and the zipped Artois PM. Prices are live from our shop.

What it's like to carry

The Saint Louis is the lightest of the three luxury totes here, and it's lovely to carry: soft against the body, easy to sling over a shoulder, roomy without feeling bulky. The trade-offs are the same as the Neverfull's: an open top that doesn't secure your belongings, and thin handles that can dig in when heavily loaded. Because it's unlined, small items can disappear into the corners, so most people use the pouch or an organiser.

The Longchamp Le Pliage

A family company and a folding idea

Longchamp was founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain, and it's still owned by the Cassegrain family. In 1993 his son Philippe Cassegrain designed the bag that would make Longchamp world-famous. After a trip to Japan, he set out to make a bag that folded like origami: a lightweight nylon tote with Russian leather handles and a leather flap, which could be folded down into a neat, small square. He called it Le Pliage, French for "the folding".

Le Pliage became a phenomenon. It has sold in the tens of millions, and it's the tote you see on students, commuters, mothers and travellers everywhere, in dozens of colours each season.

What it is

The classic Le Pliage is a trapezoid tote in nylon canvas, with a zip across the top, a leather flap that snaps closed over it, and leather handles. Longchamp now makes the Le Pliage Original in recycled polyamide canvas, and offers variations including the Le Pliage Green in recycled materials, the structured Le Pliage Néo, and the leather Le Pliage Xtra. Sizes run from extra small to extra large, with shoulder-strap and handbag versions, backpacks and pouches.

Longchamp Le Pliage Xtra XS Handbag (Paper)Le Pliage Xtra XS Handbag (Paper)PKR 46,560Longchamp Le Pliage Original Pouch with Handle (Black)Le Pliage Original Pouch with Handle (Black)PKR 31,040
Longchamp at ULVARE: the Le Pliage Xtra XS in cowhide leather and the Le Pliage Original pouch with handle.

What it costs

The Le Pliage is the affordable one. In the US, a medium or large Le Pliage Original tote has typically cost around US$150, a fraction of the price of the other two, while leather versions such as the Le Pliage Xtra cost more.

What it's like to carry

Light, practical and secure. Unlike the Neverfull and the Saint Louis, the Le Pliage zips closed and has a snap flap, so it's the best of the three for crowds and travel. It folds flat for packing, it shrugs off rain, and it's easy to wipe clean. The trade-offs: nylon can look casual, the corners eventually wear with heavy use, and it doesn't carry the same prestige or resale value as the luxury totes.

The materials, explained

Much of the difference between these totes, and their prices, comes down to what they're made of.

Coated canvas is what both the Neverfull and the Saint Louis are made from. It starts as a woven fabric (cotton for Louis Vuitton's canvases; a blend of cotton, linen and hemp for Goyardine) which is then coated, so the surface becomes smooth, tough and water-resistant, and the pattern is printed or layered on. Coated canvas is lighter than leather, far more scratch- and water-resistant, and holds its shape and colour for decades. It's why vintage Neverfulls and Goyards still look good today. People sometimes assume canvas means cheap; in luxury, it's chosen for durability.

Nylon and polyamide are what the Le Pliage is made from: synthetic woven fabrics that are extremely light, flexible enough to fold and easy to clean. Longchamp now makes the Le Pliage Original in recycled polyamide. Nylon resists water well but shows wear at the corners over years of heavy use.

Leather trim finishes all three. On the Monogram Neverfull it's natural vachetta, which patinas; on the Damier Ebène Neverfull it's cowhide that holds its colour; on the Saint Louis it's Chevroches calfskin; and on the Le Pliage it's what Longchamp calls Russian leather, a cowhide with a distinctive grain. The leather parts are where wear usually shows first, so they're the parts to inspect on a pre-owned bag.

Monogram, Damier or Goyardine: which pattern?

The pattern is as much a choice as the bag.

  • Louis Vuitton Monogram is the most famous luxury pattern in the world. Choose it if you want instant recognition. It reads as classic and a little formal.
  • Damier Ebène is quieter: a brown checkerboard with a small "Louis Vuitton" mark, recognisable to those who know it. It's the most practical, because its darker trim hides wear.
  • Damier Azur is light and summery, with white and blue-grey checks. It's beautiful in warm weather but needs more care.
  • Goyardine comes in many colours, from classic black and tan to bright reds, greens and blues, and can be personalised. It reads as discreet and knowing.
  • Le Pliage is a plain nylon in dozens of seasonal colours, with only a small embossed logo on the flap. It's the least showy of all.

Head to head

Capacity

All three are genuinely roomy in their medium and large sizes. The Neverfull MM and the Saint Louis PM hold a full working day's things, including a small laptop or tablet in many cases (check your device's dimensions against the bag). The GM sizes and the large Le Pliage take a lot more. The Saint Louis feels the most capacious for its weight because it's unlined and soft.

Weight

The Saint Louis and the Le Pliage are the lightest. The Neverfull is light for a luxury tote but noticeably heavier than either, because of its lining, its pouch and its trim. If you have shoulder trouble, the Saint Louis or Le Pliage will be kinder to you.

Security

The Le Pliage wins clearly: it zips shut and has a snap flap. The Neverfull's hook clasp holds the top together but doesn't secure it. The Saint Louis is fully open. For markets, public transport and travel, the Le Pliage or Goyard's zipped Artois are the safer choices.

Durability

All three are built to last. Coated canvas, which the Neverfull and the Saint Louis both use, is extremely hard-wearing and resists water. The weak points are the leather handles and trim: vachetta on the Monogram Neverfull darkens and can water-spot, and handles on heavily used totes eventually wear. The Le Pliage's nylon is tough, but its corners and the leather flap show wear first.

Rain and climate

Coated canvas and nylon both cope well with rain. Vachetta leather doesn't like water: a few drops can leave dark spots on a new Neverfull. In Pakistan's heat and sun, vachetta darkens faster, which some owners love and others don't. Damier Ebène, Goyard and the Le Pliage are the most worry-free in our climate.

Resale and value

The Neverfull holds its value best on the resale market, helped by Louis Vuitton's regular price increases. Goyard totes also hold their value well, especially in classic colours. The Le Pliage has little resale value, but it costs so little that it doesn't need to.

Counterfeit risk

The Neverfull and the Saint Louis are both among the most copied bags in the world. The Le Pliage is copied too, but the low price of the real thing makes counterfeits less tempting.

How to spot a fake

Authenticating luxury totes is a specialist skill, and with high-quality copies around, a professional authentication service is worth using for any pre-owned purchase. But a few points catch many fakes.

Louis Vuitton Neverfull

  • Date code or microchip. Older Neverfulls carry a small heat-stamped date code inside, showing where and when the bag was made. From around March 2021, Louis Vuitton began embedding a small microchip in its products instead, and newer bags have no printed date code. A chip can't be checked with a phone; Louis Vuitton keeps that verification in-house. So a newer bag without a date code isn't suspicious, but a newer bag with a date code in the wrong format might be.
  • Pattern alignment. On a genuine Monogram Neverfull, the canvas runs as one continuous piece over the base, so the LVs are upside down on one side. Copies often get the pattern placement and symmetry wrong.
  • Stitching. Genuine stitching on the handles and trim is even, with a consistent number of stitches, in a mustard-yellow thread on the vachetta.
  • Heat stamps. The "LOUIS VUITTON Paris" stamp is crisp, thin and evenly spaced.
  • The pouch. The removable pouch should match the bag's quality in every detail.

Goyard Saint Louis

  • The pattern. Goyardine's dots and chevrons are crisp and evenly layered; on copies the pattern is often blurry, too uniform or wrongly coloured.
  • The trim. Genuine Chevroches calfskin trim is neatly finished with even stitching and smooth, painted edges.
  • The heat stamp and tag. Look for clean, well-defined lettering.
  • The weight. A genuine Saint Louis is strikingly light. Copies often feel heavier or stiffer.
  • The price and the source. Goyard sells mostly through its own boutiques, so a "new" Saint Louis at a fraction of the boutique price from an unknown seller is a red flag.

Longchamp Le Pliage

  • The leather flap. The embossed Longchamp jockey and horse on the flap should be crisp and well defined.
  • The zip and snap. Genuine hardware is engraved and runs smoothly.
  • The label inside. Check the stitching and printing of the interior label.

How big a tote do you need?

Most people choose a tote by look and only discover its size when they pack it. A few measurements help.

  • A small tote (around 25 to 30 cm across) holds a phone, wallet, keys, sunglasses and a cosmetics pouch. It's an everyday handbag that happens to be a tote.
  • A medium tote (around 30 to 35 cm across) holds a working day's things, plus a water bottle, a book or a small tablet.
  • A large tote (35 cm or more across) holds a laptop, files, a change of shoes or a gym kit.

If you plan to carry a laptop, measure it. A typical 13-inch laptop is about 30 cm wide and 21 cm deep; a 14-inch is about 32 by 22 cm; a 15- or 16-inch is about 35 to 36 cm wide. The opening and base of the bag both need to be bigger than that, with room to spare, and a laptop sleeve adds a centimetre or two. Remember too that weight adds up: a laptop, charger and water bottle can make even a light tote heavy on thin handles.

Buying pre-owned

Because the Neverfull and the Saint Louis hold their value, many people buy them pre-owned, and it can be a smart way to own one for less. The rules are simple but important:

  • Buy from a seller who authenticates, ideally with a written guarantee and a money-back promise if the bag is found to be counterfeit.
  • Ask for detailed photos of the date code or interior stamp, the stitching, the handles, the base and the corners.
  • Check the wear honestly. Vachetta handles darken and can crack at the folds; canvas corners rub through over many years. Price should reflect condition.
  • Ask what's included. A Neverfull should come with its pouch; a Saint Louis with its pouch. Missing pieces reduce value.
  • Be wary of "like new" at a steep discount from an unknown seller. The better the bag, the more likely a counterfeiter has copied it.

What these totes cost in Pakistan

At the State Bank of Pakistan's conversion rate in September 2026, about PKR 277 to the US dollar, the US boutique prices above work out roughly as follows, before any shipping, duty, taxes or a reseller's margin:

BagUS price (2026)Roughly in rupees
Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM (Monogram)US$2,240About PKR 621,000
Goyard Saint Louis PMAbout US$1,890About PKR 524,000
Goyard Saint Louis GMAbout US$2,080About PKR 577,000
Longchamp Le Pliage tote (M or L)Around US$150About PKR 42,000

Prices differ between countries, and European prices after a tourist tax refund are often lower than American ones, so treat this as a guide rather than a quote. What it shows clearly is the scale: a Neverfull or a Saint Louis costs fifteen times as much as a Le Pliage.

Our own prices are shown live below, with free delivery anywhere in Pakistan.

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Other designer totes worth knowing

The big three aren't the only great designer totes. A few others come up often in searches, and several are in our shop.

  • Marc Jacobs The Tote Bag. Launched in 2019 with "THE TOTE BAG" printed boldly on the side, it comes in mini, small, medium and large sizes in canvas, leather and seasonal materials. The medium launched at US$175. It's playful, practical and one of the most popular contemporary totes.
  • Tory Burch Ella, Perry and Romy. Tory Burch's totes range from the light, nylon Ella with its chain-handle versions, to the coated-canvas Perry, to the leather Romy. They're polished, office-friendly and well priced for designer leather.
  • Coach totes. Coach's City Tote, Mollie, Willow and Gramercy totes, and its zip-top Signature canvas totes, offer leather and canvas at accessible prices, with Coach's craftsmanship.
  • Burberry Check totes. Burberry's totes in its famous check, such as the Cotswolds, carry the heritage pattern on a structured shape.
  • Chanel Deauville, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Chloé Woody and Gucci Ophidia are other designer canvas totes you'll see, each with its brand's logo or signature detail. They sit at a range of prices from accessible to very high.
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Which tote should you choose?

For the office

The Neverfull MM or the Saint Louis PM if you want a prestige tote that fits a working day, or the zipped Goyard Artois if you want security. For a lower price and a zip, a Tory Burch or Coach zip-top tote.

For university

The Longchamp Le Pliage large, without question: light, cheap to replace, rain-proof and roomy enough for books. A Marc Jacobs The Tote Bag is the stylish alternative.

For travel

The Le Pliage folds into your suitcase as a spare bag and zips closed on the plane. The Neverfull GM and Saint Louis GM make excellent carry-on totes but need a pouch or organiser for security.

For mothers

The Saint Louis GM is a favourite: very light, roomy, and wipeable. The Neverfull GM is the classic. The Le Pliage large is the budget-friendly workhorse.

As a gift

A Goyard Saint Louis with personalised marquage is one of the most meaningful luxury gifts there is. A Neverfull is the most universally recognised. A Le Pliage in a favourite colour is a lovely, affordable gift for students and friends.

Caring for your tote

  • Use an organiser insert. It protects the lining, keeps the shape and stops small items from sinking to the bottom.
  • Keep vachetta dry. On a Monogram or Azur Neverfull, avoid rain and wet hands on the handles until the leather has developed some patina. Wipe drops away immediately.
  • Don't overload thin handles. Heavy laptops and water bottles strain handles over time.
  • Wipe coated canvas gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid harsh cleaners.
  • Store stuffed and upright in a dust bag, away from direct sunlight, to keep the shape and colour.
  • For the Le Pliage, fold it properly along its original lines, and spot-clean nylon with mild soap and water.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a Louis Vuitton tote bag?

The Louis Vuitton Neverfull, its best-known tote, costs US$2,160 for the PM, US$2,240 for the MM and US$2,310 for the GM in Monogram canvas in the United States, after Louis Vuitton's price increase of 27 May 2026. Other Louis Vuitton totes, such as the OnTheGo, cost more; the OnTheGo MM is US$3,400.

How much is a Goyard Saint Louis tote?

After Goyard's May 2025 US increase, the Saint Louis PM was reported at about US$1,890 and the GM at about US$2,080. Goyard doesn't publish prices widely online, and prices vary by country and boutique.

Is Goyard more expensive than Louis Vuitton?

For comparable totes, they're close. The Goyard Saint Louis PM costs slightly less than a Neverfull PM in the US, and the GM slightly less than a Neverfull GM. Goyard's structured Artois costs considerably more.

Which is better, the Neverfull or the Saint Louis?

Neither is better; they suit different people. The Neverfull is more recognisable, more structured and holds its resale value best. The Saint Louis is lighter, more discreet, more exclusive and can be personalised. Both are open-topped.

Is the Longchamp Le Pliage worth it?

Yes, for what it is: a light, practical, foldable, zipped tote at a modest price. It isn't a luxury investment piece and has little resale value, but it's one of the most useful bags you can own.

Is there a Louis Vuitton store in Pakistan?

No. There is no Louis Vuitton boutique in Pakistan. The nearest official stores for most Pakistanis are in the Gulf, such as Dubai, and in India.

Does the Neverfull have a zip?

No. The Neverfull is open-topped with a hook clasp. Its removable pouch has a zip, as does the flat interior pocket.

Do Louis Vuitton bags still have date codes?

Bags made before about March 2021 have printed date codes. Since then, Louis Vuitton has embedded a microchip instead, which only Louis Vuitton can read.

What does Goyard marquage mean?

Marquage is Goyard's hand-painted personalisation service. In its boutiques, initials, stripes or symbols can be painted onto the Goyardine canvas in colours you choose.

Which designer tote is best for a laptop?

Choose a medium or large size and measure your laptop first. A Neverfull MM or GM, a Goyard Saint Louis PM or GM and a large Le Pliage can all carry many 13- and 14-inch laptops. For security, the zipped Goyard Artois or the zipped Le Pliage are better choices than the open-topped totes.

Can I get a Goyard personalised in Pakistan?

Goyard's marquage is done in its own boutiques, and there are none in Pakistan. If personalisation matters to you, plan to have it done on a visit to a Goyard boutique abroad.

Do you sell Louis Vuitton and Goyard?

We carry Goyard, Longchamp and many other designer totes, shown live above. We don't hold Louis Vuitton in stock at the moment, but our team can look into sourcing a specific piece from an official retailer on request.

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