Designer Bag Directory : Louis Vuitton Handbag Size

If you are a Louis Vuitton (LV) fan, you'll notice that LV always refer to acronyms and sometimes a number system to size their bags. To complete our full understanding in LV Handbags, I will share with you what the acronyms - BB, PM, MM, and GM are.

Neverfull Bags in PM, MM, GM.

Speedy Bags in 25, 30 and 35.

1. BB - Bebe Bandouliere (Baby Shoulder)

 

BB bags are the smallest compared to their counterpart PM, MM, and GM bags. Most BB bags are slightly larger than a 10 inch classic Chanel double flap bag. This baby is the right size for day use, yet small enough to double as an evening bag, with a removable strap that can be worn bandolier-style.

For example, the Alma BB is approximately 9 x 7.5 x 4.3 inches and can easily hold a small-medium wallet, sunglasses, keys, phone, tissues, and several pieces of makeup.

2. PM - Petite Modele (Small Model)

 The next size up from BB is PM, which stands for "Petite Modele." It means "small model" in French. However, many PM bags can be medium to large-sized.

  

For instance, the Alma PM measures 12.6 x 9.4 x 6 inches and is considerably bigger than an Alma BB bag.

An Alma PM bag can easily hold a medium to large wallet, sunglasses, phone, keys, tissues, full-size lotion, water bottle, snacks, small notebook and many more! Not all PM bags are around this size. Some PM bags with long shoulder straps will look significantly smaller.

3. MM - Moyen Modele (Medium Model)

Next size after PM is MM. MM stands for Medium Model. The MM and PM are the most popular sizes for Louis Vuitton handbags. PM is popular among bags with handles and without shoulder straps whilst the MM seems to be the most popular for most shoulder tote bags like the Neverfull. Some MM bags like the Lockit MM and Totally MM can even support small laptops.

For example, the Alma MM is 14.2 x 11 x 6.7 inches and is bigger than an Alma PM or Alma BB. An Alma MM bag will hold about the same amount of stuff as a Celine mini bag. It can comfortably hold a large wallet, sunglasses, phone, keys, tissues, full-size lotion, water bottle, snacks, small notebook and even a huge DSLR camera!

4. GM - Grand Modele (Large Model)

Finally, the largest size of them all is the GM. Some GM bags can be considered as an extra-large bag. And, some GM bags can even be used as light travel bags due to their huge capacity to hold.

Example, the biggest Alma, the Alma GM handbag measures 15 x 11 x 7 inches and is larger than the BB, PM, and MM Alma. An Alma GM bag can hold a large wallet, sunglasses, phone, keys, tissues, full-size lotion, water bottle, snacks, ipad, small laptop, shoes, camera and a change of clothing for an overnight stay! 

Side by side comparison of Alma Bags in BB, PM, MM and GM.

 

Well, in my opinion LV make huge bags, so the largest size (GM) is always really big for me. That's why I always opt for the smallest size (PM) as I am petite myself. I also think that PM is not that small size at all. I think it's perfect for all sizes. However, it all depends on on how tall or large you are and how much stuff you need to carry. LV also don't make all three sizes in all bags, thus, sometimes you don't get this much of choices. So ladies, which size suits you best?