Louis Vuitton x Stephen Sprouse Monogram Graffiti Alma MM

Regular price: £1,200.00
Regular price
Sale price: £1,200.00

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Released in 2001, this collaboration marked the first time in Louis Vuitton's history that an outside artist was invited to alter the house’s sacred monogram. The collection was born from the bold vision of Marc Jacobs, who famously struggled against the brand’s traditionalists after being told he was strictly "not allowed to change the monogram". Refusing to follow the rules, Jacobs enlisted 80s punk-pop artist Stephen Sprouse to "tag" the bags, aiming to make the heritage brand feel "young and cool" once more.

The reception was nothing short of legendary. Victoria Beckham (Posh Spice) was famously spotted with a fake version in the early 2000s; upon seeing the photos, Marc Jacobs personally sent her an authentic one, noting she was "not as posh as you think" for carrying a "snide" copy. Decades later, the collection's cult status remains untouched, with the original black-and-white graffiti pieces appearing in the private archives of modern icons like Rihanna and Beyoncé. This limited-run collection not only sold out within hours but set a definitive precedent for two decades of blockbuster artist collaborations—from Murakami to Kusama—that remain the most successful and sought-after pillars of the house today.

Size + Condition

Material: Glazed calf leather in white with black graffiti print and smooth black leather trim.

Features: Rolled leather top handles, silver-tone hardware with LV-engraved zip pulls, a double-zip closure, and a black microfiber-lined interior with slip pockets.

Era: Spring/Summer 2001 (Marc Jacobs Era).

Measurements

Width: 33cm (at widest point)

Height: 23cm (at highest point)

Depth: 11.5cm

Handle drop: 25cm

Condition: Very Good

This bag presents in excellent pre-owned condition and is a strong example of this highly collectible piece:

Patent leather body is in good overall condition; a few very minor surface nicks and marks are present towards the lower portion of the bag.
Base shows only the mildest surface scratching with no deep marks or structural wear.
Silver hardware is in very good condition with only the slightest traces of wear.
Handles are in pristine condition.
Interior is in excellent condition with minimal to no signs of use.

Accompanied by an EBV London dust bag.

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Further Information

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