Longchamp Le Pliage Original Shoulder Bag S in Navy
Tote / Shoulder Bag; a trapezoidal foldable silhouette. · Longchamp (Cassegrain family owned), Premium French luxury tier, renowned for functional elegance.
Collection: Le Pliage Original, Permanent Collection; design inspired by Japanese origami.
Style
Tote / Shoulder Bag; a trapezoidal foldable silhouette.
Brand
Longchamp (Cassegrain family owned), Premium French luxury tier, renowned for functional elegance.
Material
Recycled polyamide canvas with internal PVC coating; Russian leather (cowhide) trim with diamond grain texture.
Dimensions
Small size: 28 cm (W) x 26.5 cm (H) x 15.5 cm (D); Shoulder strap drop roughly 21 cm.
Description
The quintessential Parisian everyday bag, known for its incredible lightweight durability and unique ability to fold into the size of a paperback book.
Key Features
Foldable design, Russian leather trim, gold-tone 'Pliage' medallion zipper pull, and contrast stitching.
Material & Construction
Recycled polyamide canvas with internal PVC coating; Russian leather (cowhide) trim with diamond grain texture.
Color & Pattern
Navy (Marine) body with contrasting Cognac brown leather trim; plain canvas pattern.
Hardware Details
Gold-tone metal finish; signature racehorse logo on the zipper pull and snap button.
Interior Description
Large single compartment with white or color-matched water-resistant lining; one small flat pocket inside.
Closure Type
Top zipper closure with a leather flap secondary snap-button fastening.
Strap & Handle Details
Dual fixed-length leather shoulder straps; reinforced base with diamond-patterned stitching.
Craftsmanship Details
Reinforced 'box' stitching at handle joins, clean heat stamping, and highly durable fused-nylon seams.
Authentication Indicators
Logo alignment on snap button, 'YKK' or 'T' markings on zippers, leather grain texture, and heat-stamped logo on the back of the leather flap.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in France, China, Tunisia, or Romania; follow strict Longchamp atelier standards.
Era & Period
Classic Design (introduced 1993); the defining 'everyday' luxury bag of the 2000s-present.
Age Estimate
Contemporary production; identifiable by the modern racehorse logo and recycled nylon materials.
Cultural Significance
Revolutionized the concept of the 'accessible luxury' bag, becoming a staple for students and travelers worldwide.
Condition Notes
Appears to be in very good condition; structure is maintained, though canvas can show corner wear over time.
Value Estimate
Retail: $125 - $145. Resale: $60 - $90 depending on corner condition and cleanliness.
Care & Maintenance
Clean canvas with soap and water; use leather balm on the flap and handles. Avoid overloading to prevent corner holes.
Similar Handbags
Longchamp Le Pliage Club (tonal trim), Herve Chapelier Nylon Totes (different handle style).
Interesting Facts
Over 30 million units have been sold since its 1993 debut; a favorite of Kate Middleton and Alexa Chung.