The Louis Vuitton Multicolore Alma is a new take on an existing staple of the range.

There are quite a few different styles of Alma handbags across the different Louis Vuitton ranges but this is by far the most bold and in your face version.

Measuring 12.5" long by 9.5" high and 6.5" wide the Alma city bag has been given a balance of functionality and a healthy dose of Murakami fashion sense.

Using the LV standard natural cowhide trim - with the addition of golden studs and a very uesful outside pocket - the Louis Vuitton Multicolore Alma uses the full length, double zip closure for ease of access and security.

Inside is the gorgeous Alcantara textile lining with a handy internal patch pocket for keeping those loose items from rolling around too much! Outside is the unique Multicolore design available on a bag background of either white or Black. The price at the time of writing this is $1,150.00 (5th May 2004). Price update - March 2007, it's now$1,450.00!

If you are going to hunt one of these beauties down then you'll need to either catch one available on eLuxury, join the waiting list at your local store (which could be really long) or hunt for one on the auction sites. But be careful - as always - with the popularity of the Multicolore range in general, there are a HUGE number of replicas around. Do your homework first!