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The Saint Laurent Kate Bag: Styles & Sizes

Named after model Kate Moss, the Saint Laurent Kate bag can't get any more iconic and comes in a number of different sizes and styles.
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The Saint Laurent Kate can’t get any more iconic.

The YSL Kate bag, named after Kate Moss, was made in 2010 and has remained a constant in Saint Laurent’s bag collection. Ever since its debut, the Kate bag has expanded to include a number of different sizes, each with their own distinct measurements and characteristics. The Kate satchel has also grown to offer various styles inspired by the original design. Let’s get into it.

Saint Laurent Kate Sizes

The Saint Laurent Kate satchel comes in four different sizes: Micro, Small, New Small, and Medium. The Micro size is technically an AirPods case, but can’t see why you couldn’t also wear it as a micro bag!

comparing saint laurent kate bag sizes including medium, small and new small by FASHIONPHILE 1 Medium 2 Small 3 New Small
  1. Saint Laurent Medium Kate Satchel
  2. Saint Laurent Small Kate Satchel
  3. Saint Laurent New Small Kate Satchel

YSL Kate Size Comparisons & Measurements

  • The Micro Saint Laurent Monogram Kate measures approximately 3.75” x 2.75” x 0.75”
  • The Small Saint Laurent Monogram Kate measures approximately 6.5” x 4.75” x 1.25”
  • The New Small Saint Laurent Monogram Kate measures approximately 7.5” x 5” x 1.25”
  • The Medium Saint Laurent Monogram Kate measures approximately 9.25” x 6” x 2.25”
image of SAINT LAURENT Grain De Poudre Micro Classic Monogram Kate Tassel Airpods Bag in the color Black by FASHIONPHILE
Micro Kate
front view image of a SAINT LAURENT Grain De Poudre Small Classic Monogram Kate Satchel in the color Old Rose by FASHIONPHILE
Small
front view image of a SAINT LAURENT Grain De Poudre Small Monogram Kate Satchel in the color Black by FASHIONPHILE
New Small
front view image of a SAINT LAURENT Grain De Poudre Medium Monogram Kate Satchel in the color Lipstick Fuchsia
Medium
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Different Saint Laurent Kate Styles

The Saint Laurent Kate bag not only comes in several sizes but also comes in a few different styles, including the YSL Kate Tassel and the Kate Walle on Chain. These YSL bags are decked in all kinds of luxurious textiles, such as the ever-iconic Grain de Poudre. You can learn more about this Saint Laurent leather and how it compares to Chanel’s Caviar leather here.

front view image of a SAINT LAURENT Smooth Calfskin Monogram Kate Belt Bag in the color Black by FASHIONPHILE
Kate Belt Bag
front view image of a SAINT LAURENT Smooth Calfskin Classic Monogram Kate Tassel Chain Wallet in the color Pale Pink by FASHIONPHILE
Kate Tassel Chain Wallet
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Comparing the Saint Laurent Kate Satchel vs. Kate Chain Wallet

comparing the saint laurent kate satchel with the saint laurent tassel chain wallet by FASHIONPHILE 1 Kate Satchel 2 Kate Tassel Chain Wallet

Since the bag’s debut in 2010, the Kate has remained a staple in Saint Laurent’s handbag collection. Which bag would you choose?

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By: Danielle Gumina

Handbag aficionado: Award-winning handbag designer, content lover, and trend spotter