For many, Longchamp is synonymous with its iconic Le Pliage bag, which has been in existence for almost 30 years (it debuted 1993). In fact, it was once reported that the brand sells an average of 1.5 million of the classic nylon carryalls a year. And whether or not the bag is your style or a staple in your closet, its popularity is unmatched and impossible to ignore. The bags are incredibly lightweight and durable, because of this, customers keep coming back to revisit the style year after year. And while the brand is known for this timeless silhouette, Longchamp was (and is) so much more than just its Le Pliage line.
The brand offers a variety of other appealing bags, and in past years it has touted Coco Rocha, Alexa Chung, and Kendall Jenner as the face of Longchamp. Additionally, the brand has released collaborations with the likes of Jeremy Scott and Kate Moss. It’s long been said that Longchamp is one of the handbag world’s most underrated brands, and today we’re taking a look back at the Longchamp bags of yesteryear.
Taylor Momsen (2009) – Longchamp Rival Bag
Kate Moss (2009) – Longchamp Panther Parade Bag
Leighton Meester (2010) – Longchamp Gatsby Bag
Jessica Alba (2011) – Longchamp Cosmos Hobo
Kate Moss (2011) – Kate Moss For Longchamp Gloucester Bag
Emmy Rossum (2011) – Kate Moss For Longchamp Faraway Bag
Rita Ora (2013) – Longchamp x Jeremy Scott Le Pliage
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (2013) – Kate Moss For Longchamp Gloucester Bag
Jessica Alba (2014) – Longchamp Le Pliage
Emmy Rossum (2014) – Longchamp Roseau Box Tote Bag
I really like Jessica Alba’s bag.
I had the amazing opportunity to visit their flagship store in Paris 5 years ago and purchased their leather 3D Hobo Bag in the most amazing blue. Really beautiful bags.
I found a leather camel Longchamp bag at a thrift store…It’s been a everyday favourtie.
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I’ve been a fan of their bags for nearly 20 years, especially the 3D small tote and the Balzane crossbody. Same tanneries used by Hermes, quality to rival any designer, better utility and lighter weight than most (aside from maybe Balenciagas), and at a 1/3 or less of the price.
I’d note that Jessica Alba is actually carrying an anniversary edition of a structured Le Pliage that may have been a limited edition, and retailed >$1k. That’s leather, but not the Le Pliage Cuir – which doesn’t have a frame top.