I fit quite a bit in my MPA - more than I can carry in my FP. I love the MPA as I can tak one or 3 pieces depending on what I need, and my iPhone 12 max fits in the smaller pochette which is great. I’m surprised to hear the felicie might be d/c, they keep making it in new and different leathers and canvas.
Louis Vuitton MultiPochette aka Scam Bag
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I got my empreinte MPA and thought I'd share some comparison photos with the canvas version (I left out the coin pouch because I don't use it and forgot about it). To be honest this was kind of an impulse buy and I may end up returning it (do I really need 2 versions of the same bag?). I just happen to see someone walking around with this version and really loved the look and nabbed it while it was in stock on the website.
Chain length comparison. The leather version is quite a bit longer. I actually like the length of the canvas version a little better.
Small pouches are basically the same size. The leather version is just a tad longer and wider, but I'm not sure if it really makes a difference in how much actually fits.
The bigger pouches are the same length but the leather one is a bit taller and wider. I found the lining on the inside of mine isn't quite the same size as the outer leather though. It seems a little shorter? I'm not sure if that is to prevent the bottom from sagging out over time. It doesn't really bother me though.
Hardware is also a little different. D rings are larger on the leather one and the zipper has a nicer pull. Also the zipper on the leather version is waaaay smoother and nicer to use than the canvas one. Tbh the canvas zipper sucks and it doesn't open smoothly at all.
Overall I really like the leather version. It does offer a more elegant look. With the canvas version I always wear the the two pouches connected but I don't see myself doing that with the leather one. I think I'd rather use the bags independent of each other. I love the chain on the leather version as well as it actually has clasps on the end so it can be used on the larger pochette. I have to admit I'm not overly fond of the leather strap though. The leather kind of feels a bit cheap to me? I think it's what the newer coated leather that ebene pieces have (I'm not sure since my only ebene pieces are from awhile ago). The longer length on it is just barely acceptable for crossbody for me (I'm 5'2), though I wish it was an inch or two longer.
For reference, both my bags are Made in USA. The leather one imo, is made better and basically perfect. There are no lumps and everything is very even. I feel like there are some bulges in my canvas MPA where maybe the canvas wasn't sewn evenly so it warps a bit. It's a little hard to tell since canvas is not as structured to begin with.
Chain length comparison. The leather version is quite a bit longer. I actually like the length of the canvas version a little better.
Small pouches are basically the same size. The leather version is just a tad longer and wider, but I'm not sure if it really makes a difference in how much actually fits.
The bigger pouches are the same length but the leather one is a bit taller and wider. I found the lining on the inside of mine isn't quite the same size as the outer leather though. It seems a little shorter? I'm not sure if that is to prevent the bottom from sagging out over time. It doesn't really bother me though.
Hardware is also a little different. D rings are larger on the leather one and the zipper has a nicer pull. Also the zipper on the leather version is waaaay smoother and nicer to use than the canvas one. Tbh the canvas zipper sucks and it doesn't open smoothly at all.
Overall I really like the leather version. It does offer a more elegant look. With the canvas version I always wear the the two pouches connected but I don't see myself doing that with the leather one. I think I'd rather use the bags independent of each other. I love the chain on the leather version as well as it actually has clasps on the end so it can be used on the larger pochette. I have to admit I'm not overly fond of the leather strap though. The leather kind of feels a bit cheap to me? I think it's what the newer coated leather that ebene pieces have (I'm not sure since my only ebene pieces are from awhile ago). The longer length on it is just barely acceptable for crossbody for me (I'm 5'2), though I wish it was an inch or two longer.
For reference, both my bags are Made in USA. The leather one imo, is made better and basically perfect. There are no lumps and everything is very even. I feel like there are some bulges in my canvas MPA where maybe the canvas wasn't sewn evenly so it warps a bit. It's a little hard to tell since canvas is not as structured to begin with.
Thanks for your comparison!! It’s quite good and informative - thanks for the side by side pics, and even though they are quite similar they still have their own differences.
the empreinte one is for sure more dressy and I do like the fact that it’s a bit more discreet. You can use the straps for any other bag you might have. I do have the canvas version and I really like it and like you it did cross my mind about getting the leather version but I snapped out of it. I do like though that the leather one seems a bit more structured, it’s wider by a bjt and yes that zipper is so much nicer.
I say if you are able to then keep it unless you have something else in mind (pre-fall collection) coming up or something else from another brand.
the empreinte one is for sure more dressy and I do like the fact that it’s a bit more discreet. You can use the straps for any other bag you might have. I do have the canvas version and I really like it and like you it did cross my mind about getting the leather version but I snapped out of it. I do like though that the leather one seems a bit more structured, it’s wider by a bjt and yes that zipper is so much nicer.
I say if you are able to then keep it unless you have something else in mind (pre-fall collection) coming up or something else from another brand.
I just got the empreinte version and wish I had both.
Instead, I got the green strap online and have used it with the empreinte to give it a little bit of a different look.
I went to LV the other day to try on some bags and I absolutely fell in love with the MPA in Empreinte. It is stunning, the chain is very beautiful and even though it is a tad long when worn as a decoration, it is the perfect length for carrying one of the pouches alone on the shoulder. Even if the multi pochette trend goes completely away, the pouches can be carried as separate bags.
The leather of the long strap could be of a nicer quality, but it is really soft and did not dig into my shoulder at all.
Here is a picture of me trying it on in store. I’m 5’8 and the length felt perfect for me.
The leather of the long strap could be of a nicer quality, but it is really soft and did not dig into my shoulder at all.
Here is a picture of me trying it on in store. I’m 5’8 and the length felt perfect for me.
You're welcome! I am leaning towards keeping it. But I still have a few more days in the return period so we'll see. I really do like it, but I feel like I will get way more use from my existing canvas version instead. I might sell off some of my SLGs I don't use to make up for the cost, then maybe at least I won't feel guilty lol.
That's a good direction to go! I love the khaki strap actually. I didn't think I would, because it looked so sporty and trendy which is not really me at all, but it's so comfortable!I just got the empreinte version and wish I had both.
You're welcome!
Happy Wednesday guys! I found the perfect chunky chain for my Trio today 
Orange LVoe lol
Orange LVoe lol
I love it VHappy Wednesday guys! I found the perfect chunky chain for my Trio today
. Would you happen to know how many inches that is? I am still wanting to get a short chain for mine but still not sure what length I should get (even after all the help and pics you have given me on this). Thanks.
Did you get the cream MPA?Yes also my new neverfull in empriente doesn’t have a data code but I miss it
And hope if I ordered MPA in creme there can be one
Wow, love it! I adore how you always find the perfect accessories to your bagsHappy Wednesday guys! I found the perfect chunky chain for my Trio today
I’m going to pick it up on SaturdayNice! Hope you get it soon
I am so excited.