The Ultimate Guide: Louis Vuitton Alma Bag

The Ultimate Guide: Louis Vuitton Alma Bag

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

Louis Vuitton x Azzedine Alaia Centenaire Alma

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

Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Graffiti Alma Haute

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 $.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Mini Lin Alma

Louis Vuitton Cherry Monogram Mini Lin Alma Horizontal

2002 introduction of the Monogram Mini Lin in blue and Cerise. Available in Horizontal $700 and Haut $1’210.

Louis Vuitton x Murakami Multicolore Canvas Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton x Takeshi Murakami Monogram Multicolore Alma White

Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Monogram Multicolore Alma Black

S/S 2003 limited edition in collaboration with artist Takeshi Murakami. Crafted in Multicolore Canvas and zip pocket on the front  in White or Black. Available for $2'480. Later produce as part of the permenate collection until 2015 in PM (without front pocket) for $2'720 and GM (with flap front pocket) for $2'930.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir Alma Gold

Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir Alma Silver

F/W 2006 limited runway edition. Crafted in glazed leather in either gold or silver. Available in MM for $’2100.


Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Monogram Vernis Roses Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Monogram Vernis Roses Alma Pink

Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Monogram Vernis Roses Alma Green

2009 limited tribute edition for artist Stephen Sprouse. Crafted in Monogram Vernis with rose-print in Rose Pop or Vert Tonic. Available in MM for $2’610.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Alma

Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Black

Louis Vuitton Monogram Eclipse Amber

F/W 2009 limited runway edition. Crafted in Monogram canvas with black leather and embroidered with either black or amber sequins. Available in one size only for $2’470.


Louis Vuitton Double Jeu Neo Alma

Louis Vuitton Double Jeu Alma Black

Louis Vuitton Double Jeu Alma Blue

F/W 2009 limited runway edition. Crafted in Monogram embossed calfskin leather in black with gold jacquard separate bag or blue with silver jacquard separate bag. Available in one size only for $4’500.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Rayures Alma

Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Rayures Alma

Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Rayures Alma Amarante

2012 limited Valentine’s Day edition. Crafted in striped Monogram Vernis leather in either Amarante Raye or Pomme d’Amour Raye. Available in BB for $1’490.


Louis Vuitton Malletage Alma

Louis Vuitton Malletage Alma Black

Louis Vuitton Malletage Alma Beige

Louis Vuitton Malletage Alma Blue

Louis Vuitton Malletage Alma Red

F/W 2014 limited runway edition. Crafted in quilted calfskin leather in black, beige and released in 2015 in red or blue. Available in BB for $3’950 or PM for $4’700.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Infrarouge Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Infrarouge Alma

S/S 2015 limited runway edition. Crafted in black and red Monogram canvas. Availble as PM for $3’550.

 

Louis Vuitton Monogram Shine Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Burgundy Monogram Shine Alma

Louis Vuitton Bleu Royal Monogram Shine Alma

P/F 2015 limited edition. Crafted in shiny Monogram canvas with colored corners in Bordeaux, Bleu Royal or Black. Available in PM for $3’550.


Louis Vuitton Epi Azteque Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Epi Aztèque Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Epi Aztèque Alma PM

F/W 2015 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather with Aztec appliques in Denim or White. Available in BB for $2’350 or PM $3’150.


Louis Vuitton Signature Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton 2015 Signature Alma

F/W 2015 limited runway edition. Crafted in calfskin with print in white. Available as PM for $2’530.

 

Louis Vuitton Monogram Totem Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Monogram Totem Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Monogram Totem Alma PM

F/W 2015 limited edition. Crafted in classic Monogram Canvas with leather appliques in Flamingo or or Magenta. Available in BB for $1’820 or PM for $2’350.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Stickers Alma

 Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Stickers Alma PM

F/W 2015 limited edition. Crafted in Monogram Vernis patent leather and covered in stickers in White. Available in PM for $2’820.


Louis Vuitton Studded Malletage Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Studded Malletage Alma

Cruise 2016 limited edition. Crafter from black quilted leather with metal studs. Available in PM for $5’600 or Geant for $7’050


Louis Vuitton Epi Aqua Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Epi Aqua Alma

Cruise 2016 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather with water print in Available in BB for $2’230 or PM for $2’500.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Metal Stones Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Metal Stones Alma

Cruise 2016 limited edition. Crafted in Monogram canvas with silver and gold metal studs. Available in BB for $1’930 and PM for $2’270.

 

 

Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Jungle Dot Alma

 Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Jungle Dot Alma

S/S 2016 limited edition. Crafted in Monogram Vernis with dot-print in Sugar Poppy (pink red) or Coquelicot Denim (red blue). Available in BB for $2’220


Louis Vuitton Epi Chain Flower Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Black Epi Chain Alma

Louis Vuitton Pink Epi Chain Alma

Louis Vuitton White Epi Chain Alma

S/S 2016 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather with chain-link print in Black, White or Rose. Available as BB for $2’350.


Louis Vuitton Alma Fusion Bag

Louis Vuitton Black Fusion Alma

Louis Vuitton Red Fusion Alma 

S/S 2016 limited edition. Crafted in leather with giant mirror studsin black or red. Available as MM for $5’500.

 

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Alma B’N’B Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Alma B'N'B 

S/S 2016 seasonal edition. Crafted in Monogram Canvas with either black or red leather handles. Available as one size only for USD 2’270.

 

Louis Vuitton Monogram World Tour Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram World Tour Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Monogram World Tour Alma PM

F/W 2016 limited edition. Crafted in classic Monogram canvas with hotel stickers the PM size has black leather details. Available as BB for $1’470 or PM for $1’770.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Flower Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Rose Ballerine Monogram Vernis Flowers Alma

F/W 2016 limited edition. Crafted in Monogram Vernis patent leather with flower appliqués in Rose Ballerine or Amarante. Available in BB for $2’230.


Louis Vuitton Epi Tropical Alma

Louis Vuitton Rose Epi Tropical Alma

Louis Vuitton Vert Epi Tropical Alma 

Cruise 2017 limited runway edition. Crafted in multicolor Epi leather in Bleu Rose or Vert. Available as BB for $1’730.


Louis Vuitton Epi Race Alma

 Louis Vuitton Vert Epi Race Alma

Louis Vuitton Rouge Epi Race Alma

Cruise 2017 limited runway edition. Crafted in black Epi leather with race-print in Noir Rouge or Noir Vert. Available in BB for $2’230 or PM $2’500.


Louis Vuitton Night Light Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Reverse Night Light Alma 

S/S 2017 limited edition. Crafted in black leather, reverse Monogram canvas and gold coated canvas with studs. Available in PM for $2’680.


Louis Vuitton Epi Blooming Flowers Alma

Louis Vuitton Rose Ballerina Epi Blooming Flowers Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Black Epi Blooming Flowers Alma BB 

F/W 2017 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather with Flower appliques in Rose Ballerine or Black. Available in BB $2’000.


Louis Vuitton Epi Sequin Flames Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Epi Sequins Flames Nano Alma

2017 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather embroidered in sequins in Bleu Nuit. Available in Nano for $1’550.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Lovely Birds Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Monogram Lovely Bird Alma BB

2017 limited edition. Crafted in classic Monogram Canvas with owl face appliques. Available in Nano for USD 1’320.


Louis Vuitton Epi Kabuki Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Epi Kabuki Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Red Epi Kabuki Alma BB

Cruise 2018 limited runway edition. Crafted in Epi leather with Kabuki mask print in red or blue. Available as BB for $2’140.


Louis Vuitton Epi Samurai Alma Bag

 Louis Vuitton Epi Samurai Alma PM

Cruise 2018 limited runway collection. Crafted in black Epi leather with red and white emboridered trim. Available as PM for $3’650.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Metallic Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Metal Alma BB

Cruise 2018 limited edition. Crafter from Monogram Vernis in either Gris Metal with natural leather handle or pink with black leather handle. Available as BB for $.


Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Karakoram Alma

Louis Vuitton Damier Karakoma Alma BB

F/W 2018 limited edition. Crafted in Ebene Damier canvas with red leather center and gold-tone studs. Available in BB for $1’900.


Louis Vuitton Time Trunk Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Time Trunk Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Time Trunk Alma PM

F/W 2018 limited edition. Crafted in painted canvas. Available in BB for $2’260 or PM for $2’550.


Louis Vuitton Epi Sticker Alma

Louis Vuitton Epi Sticker Alma BB

F/W 2018 limited edition. Crafted in Epi leather with stickers in Rose Ballerine, Coquelicot and black. Available in BB for $2’170.


Louis Vuitton x Grace Coddington Alma Souple Bag

 Louis Vuitton x Grace Coddington Alma Souple

Cruise 2019 limited edition in collaboration with stylist Grace Coddington. Crafted in black and white Monogram Canvas enlivened with relief-printed dogs and cats. Available in MM for $2’600.


Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Pop Alma

 Louis Vuitton SS19 Monogram Vernis Pop Alma BB

S/S 2019 limited edition. Crafted in Monogram Vernis patent leather with colorful Epi leather and black and white Monogram canvas in Berlingot Pink. Available as BB for $2’070.


Louis Vuitton Love Lock Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Epi Love Lock It Alma BB

S/S 2019 limited edition. Studded with padlocks and keys. Available in BB Monogram Canvas for $1’900 or BB Epi leather for $2’170.


Louis Vuitton Denim Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton 2019 Denim Alma BB 

Pre-Fall 2019 limited edition. Crafted in malletage quilted dark denim canvas and tan leather handles with minuscule Monogram print. Available in BB for $1’500


Louis Vuitton Neo Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Cherry Berry Monogram Empreinte Neo Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Empreinte Neo Alma BB

Louis Vuitton Creme Monogram Empreinte Neo Alma PM

Fall 2019 Introduction. Crafted in Monogram Empreinte leather in Noir or Creme for PM and additionally in Cherry Berry for BB. Available in BB for $1’960 and PM for 2'370.


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