Longchamp Pocketbooks

The Longchamp Pocketbook has a long history.  Longchamp is a French brand offering many kinds of bags, including handbags, small accessories, and luggage.  Model Kate Moss has made Longchamp Pocketbooks famous.  See an extensive collection of Longchamp Pocketbooks at Shopzilla.

Legende courtesy of Longchamp

In 1948 the family-run operation began by making leather-covering for pipes. In

Le Pliage Tote courtesy of Longchamp

Longchamp Pocketbooks are an expansion of the parent company's product line. 

Craftsmen were scattered from Paris to country provinces.   During the 1960’s-70’s the Longchamp company began making travel bags and light-weight luggage.  In 1979, boutiques were established in Asia.  In 1988 shops opened in Paris, rue Saint-Honore, the go-to place for fashion.  Openings followed in Germany and Belgium. 

In 1993 Le Pliage foldable canvas and leather Longchamp Pocketbooks were introduced, and in 1993 the Roseau flagship appeared.  In 1996 a new Segre´ factory was dedicated to developing craftsmanship.

1998 was the 50th anniversary of Longchamp, and a fete was held in the Louvre’s glass Pyramid, presenting 10 pieces by 10 artists.  In 1999 show space opened at rue Saint Honore, on Madison Avenue in New York, and in the Ginza district in Tokyo. 

A 2004 venture with British designers Thomas Heatherwick and Tracey Emin was followed in 2007 by an outreach to contemporary artists.  At that moment Longchamp Pocketbooks became worldwide.  Now Longchamp Pocketbooks can be found in over 75 retail shops on six continents.

Styles vary widely.  Longchamp bags include briefcase, pocketbooks, hobo, clutch, crossbody, backpack, tote.  Smaller leather pieces by Longchamp include wallets, card cases, check holders, purse, cases for cosmetics, glasses, and phone.  Longchamp Pocketbooks continue in great demand.

The Longchamp Pocketbook is a handbag that slips easily from informal use to career.  It can have long or short straps, can be carried over the shoulder or in the hand. Longchamp Pocketbooks come in many colors:  blue, orange, black, brown, white, and purple.  Longchamp Pocketbooks are made of fabric or leather, or of patent leather. They are high-quality, durable, versatile bags for selective customers.