The story behind this Louis Vuitton Pochette Félicie
The House of Louis Vuitton has built its legend on the art of travel and modularity. The story of this Louis Vuitton Pochette Félicie continues this great leather goods tradition by offering absolute versatility. Designed to accompany active women from sunrise to sunset, it blurs the line between companion wallet and evening bag. The introduction of Monogram Empreinte leather marked a major aesthetic turning point for the brand, offering a carnal alternative to classic coated canvas. Under the reference M82479, this model embodies the contemporary evolution of historic codes with its bold two-tone oversized motif. The embossed leather is subtly reminiscent of the gilding irons once used to engrave and personalise the trunks of the great travellers and explorers of the last century.
Architecture, leathers and trimmings of this Pochette Félicie
The sculptural architecture of this piece is revealed at first glance with measurements of 21 centimetres wide by 12 centimetres high and 3 centimetres deep. It is finished in supple grained cowhide whose abysmal black background contrasts with the natural cream Monogram embossed motif. This play of textures creates a captivating tactile relief. The asymmetrical flap wraps around the structure and conceals an engraved gold snap fastening that secures an interior lined with burgundy-red microfibre. This vibrant, sensual hue directly evokes the interior upholstery of the brand's vintage trunks. Modularity is ensured by 2 separate removable pockets sculpted from the same two-tone leather. The first has a zip fastening to secure essentials, while the second has 8 slots for cards. The ensemble is crowned by a gold metallic chain offering a perfect fall for cross-body or shoulder wear.
Why this Louis Vuitton piece
The appeal for two-tone pieces in Monogram Empreinte leather remains extremely strong in the second-hand market. Finding a configuration that offers such a sharp contrast between the darkness of black and the softness of natural colour is often a challenge. The appeal of this particular model lies in its ability to metamorphose instantly from a daytime shoulder bag into a luxurious evening minaudière once the chain has been removed. Acquiring this clutch represents a rare opportunity to combine the tactile pleasure of leather worked by master craftsmen with formidable everyday functionality. The demand for these compact and elegant formats maintains an attractive value for discerning collectors.
Delivered contents and condition
The experience of unpacking this marvel faithfully reproduces the emotion of leaving the manufacture. It rests preciously in its original saffron box and is protected by its light cotton cover. The 2 removable inserts and the gold chain come with the brand's booklets. The object is in exceptional condition, with not the slightest visible alteration to the grained leather or the sparkling jewellery. This perfect state of preservation guarantees an impeccable look and allows its future owner to fully appropriate its history.
Guarantee and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. We come with a 24-month guarantee on this model. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As the leading second-hand retailer in Switzerland and with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for fitting and collection on site or fully secure international shipping.
* Like new - piece new, never worn or in exceptional condition. No visible defects to the naked eye.
