Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama OnTheGo Small Handbag

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Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama OnTheGo Bag
LV OnTheGo Bag Detail
LV Bag Side View

Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama OnTheGo PM Tote

This OnTheGo PM tote from the Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama collaboration features the artist’s iconic hand-painted dot pattern on classic Monogram canvas, blending vibrant colors with artistic imagination for a striking summer statement.

OnTheGo Tote Overview

• The OnTheGo Tote •

OnTheGo Design Details

Louis Vuitton’s OnTheGo tote takes inspiration from the 1968 Sac Plat, maintaining the structured silhouette and dual handles while evolving into a wider format that offers both style and functionality.

OnTheGo Structure
OnTheGo Front View OnTheGo Back View

As one of Louis Vuitton’s three most popular totes, the OnTheGo strikes a perfect balance between the softness of Neverfull and the rigidity of Sac Plat, combining structured elegance with practical spaciousness.

Neverfull Tote

Neverfull

OnTheGo Tote

OnTheGo

Sac Plat

Sac Plat

The OnTheGo comes in GM (large), MM (medium), and PM (small) sizes. This 2023 spring release features the PM size (25x19x11.5cm) with an adjustable strap, offering a more compact option perfect for petite frames and versatile styling.

GM Size

GM

MM Size

MM

PM Size

PM

• Monogram Canvas & Vachetta Leather •

Material Detail

The bag’s body is crafted from Monogram-coated canvas, known for being lightweight, water-resistant, and durable. Louis Vuitton’s iconic Monogram was created in 1896, inspired by Victorian-era Japanese designs, combining the LV initials with floral motifs to create a timeless signature.

Monogram Pattern
Canvas Texture Leather Detail

The handles are made from natural Vachetta leather, known for its buttery texture that develops a rich patina over time. Red edge paint highlights the leather trim, while protective corner reinforcements maintain the bag’s structure.

Leather Close-up
Handle Detail Corner Protection

• Hand-Painted Dots •

Dot Pattern Detail

This collection marks Louis Vuitton’s first collaboration with Yayoi Kusama in a decade, featuring the artist’s signature polka dots in a mesmerizing display that bridges fashion and art.

Yayoi Kusama

Yayoi Kusama

The dots are applied using screen-printing techniques to create subtle texture. At 93, Kusama personally supervised each bag’s production to ensure perfect replication of her brushstrokes and artistic vision.

Dot Pattern Close-up
Color Variations Pattern Detail Dot Texture Color Combination

• Styling Options •

Beyond hand-carrying, this OnTheGo PM comes with a detachable pink jacquard strap and round coin purse, offering crossbody or shoulder-carry options for casual styling.

Carry Options
Shoulder Carry Crossbody Carry

The coin purse features a metal hook for attaching to keychains or other bags as an accent piece, with colorful dots adding playful flair to any ensemble.

Coin Purse
Purse Front Purse Back Purse Detail Purse Hook

• Storage Capacity •

The interior features red cotton canvas printed with Kusama’s signature pumpkin dot pattern, plus a back zip pocket with an embossed LOUIS VUITTON × Yayoi kusama 2023 tag and secure metal clasp.

Interior Details
Interior Pocket Pumpkin Tag

The PM size offers ample space for daily essentials. We’ve comfortably fit a perfume box, wallet, notebook, camera, phone, and lipstick with room to spare, making it ideal for both everyday use and work commutes.

Bag Contents Organized Contents

• Fashion Lookbook •

Style 1 Style 2 Style 3 Style 4

LV x YK OnTheGo PM

  • DesignerNicolas Ghesquière
  • Dimensions25cm L x 19cm H x 11.5cm W
  • Strap Drop35.2 – 53 cm
  • Weight660g
  • Retail Price$3,800
Louis Vuitton Logo

Louis Vuitton is a world-renowned French luxury fashion house founded in 1854. Specializing in leather goods, luggage, and accessories, it became part of LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) in 1987, the world’s largest luxury group.

  • Established1854
  • HeadquartersParis, France

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