Louis Vuitton Monogram Macassar Retiro PM in Noir
Satchel / Top Handle with Crossbody Strap · Louis Vuitton (LVMH); Designer tier: Luxury heritage brand with a focus on travel and high-end leather goods.
Collection: Monogram Macassar Line; first introduced as a masculine interpretation of the Monogram, later expanded into women's silhouettes like the Retiro.
Style
Satchel / Top Handle with Crossbody Strap
Brand
Louis Vuitton (LVMH); Designer tier: Luxury heritage brand with a focus on travel and high-end leather goods.
Material
Coated Monogram Canvas body with black (Macassar style) calfskin leather trim, handles, and base piping. Machine-stitched with yellow contrast thread on the leather elements.
Dimensions
Width: 33 cm (13 inches), Height: 26 cm (10.2 inches), Depth: 15 cm (5.9 inches), Strap Drop: 38-46 cm (Adjustable).
Description
The Louis Vuitton Retiro is a sophisticated, everyday satchel that blends the house's travel heritage with modern urban needs. Featuring reinforced corners and vertical leather strips, it evokes the structure of vintage LV steamer trunks while maintaining a soft, slouchy silhouette.
Key Features
Architectural vertical leather bands on the front and back, reinforced leather corners at the base, and a winged silhouette that can be tucked in or left out.
Material & Construction
Coated Monogram Canvas body with black (Macassar style) calfskin leather trim, handles, and base piping. Machine-stitched with yellow contrast thread on the leather elements.
Color & Pattern
Signature Monogram in brown/tan with black smooth leather trim. The pattern consists of the LV initials and floral quatrefoils; the trim is a solid deep Noir.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone brass hardware; includes large square rings at the handle bases, protective base feet (not visible but standard), zipper pull, and lobster clasps for the shoulder strap.
Interior Description
Burgundy or brown Alcantara (microfiber) lining; typically includes one large internal flat pocket and double smartphone pockets with a leather 'Made in' tab.
Closure Type
Two-way extended zip-top closure for easy access and security.
Strap & Handle Details
Double rolled leather top handles and a long, detachable/adjustable leather shoulder strap with a shoulder pad.
Craftsmanship Details
Features edge-painted leather trim (Glazing) in black, precise alignment of the Monogram canvas across seams, and heavy-duty brass hardware designed for longevity.
Authentication Indicators
The pattern alignment (centering of the LV logo), the placement of the square studs on the handle tabs, and the consistent stitch density of the yellow thread on the black leather.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in France (most likely) or Spain/Italy in LVMH dedicated ateliers following strict ISO overhead standards.
Era & Period
Modern Classic (early-to-mid 2010s). The Retiro was launched around 2011, and the 'Noir' Macassar trim version was a later update to the original Vachetta version.
Age Estimate
Circa 2014-2017 based on the Noir Macassar trim availability and the specific rectangular handle hardware used during this production run.
Cultural Significance
Represents the shift in 'It-bag' culture toward functional luxury—bags that could transition from a work environment to casual weekend wear with a strap change.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible slouching of the canvas (loss of structural integrity), softening of the leather handles, and some fading/darkening of the Monogram print near the edges.
Value Estimate
$900 - $1,400 USD on the secondary market depending on the integrity of the canvas and interior cleanliness.
Care & Maintenance
Clean canvas with a damp cloth; treat the black calfskin with a dedicated leather conditioner to prevent cracking; store stuffed to maintain the winged shape.
Similar Handbags
LV Artsy (more hobo style), LV Estate (more masculine), or the original LV Retiro in Vachetta leather with lighter trim.
Interesting Facts
The 'Macassar' line is named after Macassar Ebony, a dark variegated wood, which inspired the use of black leather trim instead of traditional tan Vachetta.