Louis Vuitton Sunburst PM M93184, Blue Gradient Monogram Denim, Neon-Pink Strap, Spring/Summer 2010

Washed denim fades from cloud white into indigo, the Monogram surfaces slowly through the color, natural leather interrupts the textile, and a near-fluorescent pink strap cuts across it all. The Sunburst PM captures a Marc Jacobs-era Louis Vuitton moment that was polished, bohemian and a little strange at once.

The Piece

The Sunburst PM is an exuberant expression of Louis Vuitton's Spring/Summer 2010 Monogram Denim universe, pairing washed blue gradient denim with natural cowhide and an unexpectedly vivid neon-pink shoulder strap. Recognizably Louis Vuitton, it sits far from the disciplined brown palette of classic Monogram. The collection, associated with Marc Jacobs' “New Age Travelers” direction, explored a softer, more layered and bohemian idea of travel through washed denim, natural leather and brightly colored straps.

The gradient is the defining feature. The upper body is dramatically lighter, almost cloud-washed, and the lower body deepens toward richer indigo, while the Monogram, woven or treated within the textile rather than printed as an isolated surface, emerges subtly through the fading. From afar the bag reads as a blue ombré object; closer, the repeating LV initials and floral motifs appear.

The generous vertical silhouette relaxes when empty and fills out into a fuller sculptural shape when loaded. Its construction combines the gradient denim with natural cowhide trim around the flap, structural reinforcements and strap attachments, a front flap, a broad zip-top opening, gold-tone hardware and a spacious textile-lined interior with one zip pocket, room for a long wallet, tablet, small notebook, cosmetic pouch or light layers. The untreated cowhide will deepen toward honey and amber with light, humidity, handling and time.

The shoulder strap is the most unexpected component: wide shocking-pink textile webbing with natural cowhide reinforcement, adjustable metal hardware and gold-tone fittings. It spreads weight more comfortably than a narrow leather strap and, worn across the torso, becomes a graphic diagonal against the washed indigo. Washed denim, smooth cowhide and technical webbing each react differently to light and age, and the design lets those differences remain visible.

Simple clothing, such as white shirts, cream tailoring, navy outerwear, khaki, black minimal pieces, natural linen or Japanese workwear, lets the gradient lead, with the pink strap as a single accent or echoed elsewhere. Displayed on a hook or stand, the soft body stretches vertically and the gradient reads from top to bottom, a fluid shape quite different from its appearance laid flat. Its combination of gradient denim, Sunburst silhouette and neon-pink strap sets it apart from standard Monogram Denim pieces.

Details

• Maker: Louis Vuitton
• Model: Sunburst PM
• Reference: M93184
• Line: Monogram Denim (Marc Jacobs era)
• Era: Spring/Summer 2010
• Material: Gradient Monogram Denim; natural cowhide trim; textile / microfiber interior
• Color: Blue gradient / natural leather / pink
• Measurements: Reference dimensions approx.: width 40.5 cm (15.9 in) · height 39 cm (15.4 in) · depth 12 cm (4.7 in); approx. 40 × 50 cm laid flat; soft construction, so measurements vary when empty, filled or flattened
• Included: None (no dust bag, box or receipt)
• Shoulder strap: Adjustable pink textile webbing with leather reinforcement
• Hardware: Gold tone
• Interior: One zip pocket
• Provenance: Purchased new from Louis Vuitton in Hawaii, then kept in storage

Condition

Japonista grade S · Unworn or as new, complete with original packaging.

• Unused: purchased from Louis Vuitton in Hawaii and kept in storage, with no known use.
• After extended storage, very light storage-related marks or superficial soiling may be present.
• The photographs show strong blue gradient coloration, a clearly visible Monogram pattern, a vibrant pink strap, intact leather trim, well-preserved hardware and a clean overall silhouette.
• At approximately sixteen years of age, subtle changes in the materials over time should be read separately from wear.
• No accessories are included.

Authenticity & Care

Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.

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