The Goyard Trunks You Can Actually Carry Every Day

While the name Goyard evokes images and articles about its legendary tote bags, the Maison’s story began with travel trunks. Even now, more than 200 years later, smaller versions of these trunks can elevate even the most modern wardrobe. But first, a bit of history. 

The house’s trunk-making roots predate the Goyard name itself. Founded as Maison Martin in 1792, the business specialized in packing and box-making long before the golden age of luxury travel. By the late nineteenth century, Goyard had become renowned for its bespoke trunks, while the introduction of Goyardine canvas in 1892 established many of the signatures still associated with the brand today, including the iconic chevron motif.

While the maison’s made-to-order trunks remain among its most extraordinary creations, not every collector has the space — or budget — for a full-sized piece. Fortunately, several of Goyard’s handbag designs translate the spirit of those historic trunks into formats better suited to everyday life.

Here, we take a closer look at some of Goyard’s most wearable mini trunk bags

Few bags embody Goyard’s trunk-making heritage quite like the Saïgon. Distinguished by its riveted beechwood top handle, signature wooden battens running down the front and back, visible corner brackets, trunk nails, and clasp closure, the design incorporates many of the same details found on the maison’s historic travel pieces.

Equally suited to daytime errands and evening occasions, the Saïgon Mini can be carried by hand or worn on the shoulder thanks to its removable strap. Its structured silhouette remains elegant without feeling overly formal, while dimensions of 8.3 x 3.9 x 5.9 inches provide enough room for the essentials. The Saïgon Mini is in a select color palette of Black, Black & Tan, Green, Navy Blue, Burgundy, White, and Gray.

More than simply borrowing visual cues from Goyard’s travel heritage, the Casette recreates the experience of a miniature trunk. Its box-like silhouette is paired with a polished trunk lock and hinged opening, details that recall the construction of the Maison’s hard-sided travel cases – making it stand out against some of the more contemporary offerings. 

At 8.3 x 2.8 x 5.1 inches, it offers just enough space for daily necessities including a phone, card holder, and keys, all safely tucked away thanks to its secure closure. The Casette Trunk Bag is available in just five of Goyard’s signature shades – Black, Black & Tan, Green, Navy Blue, and Gray.

The Bezons takes a softer approach to Goyard’s trunk concept. While the design retains a structured silhouette and trunk-inspired hardware, rounded edges and a wide removable canvas strap lend it a relaxed feel. Secured with a scaled-down version of the classic clasp found on the travel trunks, the Bezons design bridges the worlds of handbags and trunk-making for a casual interpretation of the Maison’s travel heritage.

Thanks to this effortless approach, the Bezons works just as well crossbody during the day as it does carried by hand for evening occasions. Measuring 7.9 x 2.8 x 5.5 inches, it offers ample room for daily essentials without compromising its compact proportions. For collectors who favor a splash of color, the Bezons is one of few wearable trunk styles available in all eleven of Goyard’s signature shades.

Bringing a playful twist to Goyard’s travel heritage, the Alto Hatbox draws inspiration from historic hat boxes. A refreshing departure from the rectangular silhouettes found elsewhere in the collection, the design reimagines this classic travel accessory in a compact handbag format, measuring 7.1 x 2.8 x 6.7 inches.

Its distinctive rounded silhouette is complemented by a curved top handle, while a signature trunk clasp and hinged opening keeps things classic. Trimmed in Chevroches calfskin and finished with an adjustable, removable shoulder strap, the Alto can be carried by hand, on the shoulder, or worn crossbody. The Alto Hatbox is available in Gray, Black & Tan, White, Black, and limited-edition Gold.

The Dé offers one the most contemporary interpretations of Goyard’s trunk-making heritage. Named after the French word for dice, its striking cubic silhouette departs from the traditional silhouettes found elsewhere in the lineup, while retaining hallmark details such as reinforced corners and a signature clasp closure.

Bold enough to stand out yet compact enough for daily wear, the Dé occupies a unique place within Goyard’s handbag lineup. The geometric design measures 7.5 x 3 x 5.5 inches – roomy enough for the essentials, but it won’t easily accommodate a phone. The Dé Trunk Bag is available exclusively in Black, Black & Tan, and the limited edition Gold and Silver canvas.

If you could add just one of Goyard’s wearable trunks to your collection, which would you choose? Are you drawn to the classic look of the Saïgon, the vintage appeal of the Alto Hatbox, or the modern lines of the Dé? Share your pick in the comments.

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