Welcome to our list of The 9 Most Classic Monogram Tote Bags!
We talk a lot about minimalist and understated bags, but sometimes, all we want is a classic logo tote! Here I’ll show you some of the best and most classic designer tote bags. Whether you are looking for a work, a travel or an everyday kind of tote, I’m sure you’ll find one you’ll love!
So, without further ado here are The 9 Most Classic Monogram Tote Bags:
1. Goyard Saint Louis Tote
You cannot go worng with a classic monogram tote! The Saint Louis bag was initially designed as a beach bag. Reversible, with the Goyardine on the inside it is perfect for taking home wet things after a day at the beach. Its name is a reference to King Louis IX of France, known as Saint Louis. The St. Louis tote gained mainstream popularity in the early 2000s on the arms of celebrities like Hilary Duff, Kim Kardashian, Pharrell Williams and Kanye West, and today it is a staple and the most classic Goyard bag.
The Saint Louis bag is made from Goyardine and is unlined. It is extremely light and completely reversible. You can wear it showing the Goyardine fabric or inside out, showing the linen and cotton mix. Its two leather handles with their progressive thickness mean it can be worn in different ways, it has a removable inside pocket attached to one of the handles for quick and easy access.
On average, St. Louis bags hold 111% of their original retail price, tying with the Plumet for the Goyard bag with the best resale value. That is part of why this bag is number one on our list of The 9 Most Classic Monogram Tote Bags!
2. Moynat OH! Tote Bag
The OH! Tote bag is crafted in the Canvas 1920 M Monogram. A modern signature of Moynat Paris, the monogram design was originally rendered by painter Henri Rapin in 1920 by contorting the lines of the letter M. Renewed for modernity, this generously sized tote bag is available in a variety of sizes and colours, adorned with full-grain cowhide leather trims and a soft cotton and linen lining. The emblematic tri-color ribbon and medallion signature recall the personalization of Moynat’s iconic trunks. This is an incredibly lightweight tote bag that elegantly carries you through the day.
This tote is a great alternative to the Louis Vuitton Neverfull and the Goyard Saint Louis, it is also one of the few Moynat bags that have a monogram pattern and logo.
3. Dior Book Tote
The Book Tote was launched in 2018 and today is a favorite of Dior clients. It’s not difficult to see why Dior’s Book Tote remains so popular – the style, which has fast become a staple of the house, is the perfect way to elevate any daytime ensemble. The Dior Book Tote is distinguished by its seamless combination of sophistication and relaxed style. The Maria Grazia Chiuri creation has been reimaged in an array of silhouettes and styles, each one as elegant as the last. The tote exemplifies the House’s signature savoir-faire and may be carried by hand or worn over the shoulder.
This is a bag with great resale value, Rebag says it sells for 98% of its original value. And if you are tired of the classic Dior print, each seasonal collection comes with new designs for you to choose from.
4. Fauré Le Page Daily Battle Tote
The Daily Battle tote will fight alongside you in the battles of everyday life. Fauré Le Page started in 1717 as a firearms manufacturer, in the centuries that followed they expanded into leather goods, but it wasn’t until 2009, when the company was bought by a French family, that they started offering handbags. Inspired by this history, the brand’s motto is armed for seduction, and their designs follow the same inspiration. The brand uses the Ecailles scale motif as the house signature. This motif – at once armor and ornament, evoking dragons and mermaids – confers power and allure to its wearers.
The Daily Battle tote, effortlessly practical, has a spacious interior, it is structured yet supple and can be an amazing alternative to the most well-known monogram totes.
5. Louis Vuitton Neverfull
Introduced in 2007 and thought to be created to compete with Goyard’s St. Louis Tote, the Neverfull was designed to be completely reversible with its contrasting interior. While it’s not widely publicized, the GM size of the Neverfull is able to hold up to 200 pounds of weight despite the appearance of its delicate handles. This bag is an amazing companion to take to the beach, to the airport or even to work.
In 2013, Louis Vuitton updated their signature tote to include a detachable accessories pouch, and they began introducing additional interior lining colors with an updated print, and a full leather version. When Louis Vuitton launched the OnTheGo tote it appeared that the Neverfull would be left behind, but so far, the Neverfull has truly proven to be a mainstay of the house.
According to Rebag, the Neverfull is one of the most sought-after models in the luxury resale market. With 118% retention value this is an amazing investment bag!
6. Celine Cabas Tote
The Cabas is the classic Celine tote bag that was designed by Phoebe Philo, but when Hedi Slimane joined the brand he brought his take on the design with the iconic Celine monogram pattern! The bag is available in multiple silhouettes all with the beautiful Celine Triomphe canvas. Elegant and classic, this tote will be your daily companion, you can take it to work, to the beach and even to the airport.
It has leather trims and there are versions adorned with the Celine logo on the front, you cannot go wrong with the Celine Cabas, one of the 9 Most Classic Monogram Tote Bags!
7. Loewe T Tote
Not so classic as the others on this list, the T tote is a great contemporary monogram tote for everyday wear. The T in the LOEWE T Tote’s name is no arbitrary choice. In fact, it’s a reference to its construction: look to the sides of this capacious accessory and you’ll see the stitching forms an upside-down T. That means a narrow opening and a structured, rectangular base that allows for plenty of space and practical organization, both of which are very important when choosing a tote bag.
This tote is lightweight, functional and stylish, and the fact that the Loewe Anagram is not so recognizable as the Louis Vuitton one for example, might be a good thing!
8. Gucci Ophidia Tote
Debuted in 2018, the Ophidia bag places vintage Gucci in the forefront. Current creative director Alessandro Michele combined the Italian house’s most classic design elements to create an entirely new bag. What makes the Ophidia new is the GG logo, which was previously reserved for the GG Marmont collection. These vintage-style bags hold a spot in Gucci’s fast rise to prominence, which makes them a trend-proof style with lasting power.
A classic everyday kind of tote the Gucci Ophidia is perfect for Gucci fans.,
9. Louis Vuitton OnTheGo Tote
The Louis Vuitton OnTheGo tote bag doesn’t have a long legacy like the Neverfull or Speedy bags, as it was originally introduced in 2019. But it was an instant hit! Fashioned from Monogram Giant canvas, the OnTheGo tote bag is as striking as it is practical. A Monogram Reverse pattern on the sides and handles creates a stylish contrast in color and scale. With its generous capacity, shoulder straps and iconic Toron top handles, this versatile GM model is an ideal bag for everyday wear.
Thanks to the square shape, it can easily fit a laptop or whatever you want, and there is a huge range of patterns and colors you can choose from.
