Goyard Petit Flot Bag Guide: Mini vs PM

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What is the Goyard Petit Flot?

Goyard sells two current sizes: the Petit Flot Bucket Bag PM and the smaller Petit Flot Mini bucket bag. The official spelling is Petit Flot; “Petite Flot” is a common misspelling on shopping pages and forums.

Both sizes are made in France from Goyardine canvas and Chevroches calfskin, with linen-and-cotton lining and palladium-finish hardware. The calfskin forms the trim, carrying straps and drawstring. The PM uses reinforced canvas to help the bucket stand upright; its sides hold their shape rather than folding flat against your body.

The design comes from a Jacquard bucket bag in Goyard’s 1960s archives. That earlier bag took its shape from the tin picnic buckets used by log floaters. The modern Petit Flot keeps the tall bucket form while adding shoulder and crossbody carrying options. Goyard had documented the modern PM publicly by January 31, 2020, though its history page does not give an exact launch date. The Mini followed in Goyard’s spring–summer 2025 season.

Inside, the single main compartment gives soft or irregular objects room to settle together. The light lining helps you see them, although keys can still disappear beneath a wallet. A small soft pouch is useful for loose items; Goyard does not list an included pouch or divider with either size.

Petit Flot colors

Goyard names an 11-color palette for the line: Black, Black and Tan, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Sky Blue, Navy Blue, Burgundy, White and Grey. That does not mean every color is stocked in every boutique or offered on every country site, so give a boutique your first and second choices for the size you want.

Petit Flot Mini vs PM: dimensions and carrying options

The PM is taller, wider and deeper than the Mini, so it leaves more room around a phone and wallet. It adds 110 g of empty weight. The Mini’s main advantage is its separate top handle, which lets you take off the long strap and carry it by hand.

These are exterior measurements. Goyard does not publish the usable opening or internal dimensions, so the numbers cannot guarantee that a rigid item will pass through the neck. Strap drop measures the hanging distance to the bag, not the full length of the leather strap.

Mini: top handle and removable long strap

The Mini’s broad top handle has enough clearance for hand carry. Shoulder and crossbody wear use the separate long strap. Its published drop is 57 cm, with no adjustment range, so shortening the bag’s hanging position is not part of the stated setup. If it sits too low on you, the top handle offers another way to carry it but does not solve the crossbody fit.

PM: three positions using internal studs

The PM’s strap adjusts through holes in the leather and four studs inside the bag. You reposition the strap to create short, medium or long carry. Changing settings takes more attention than sliding a buckle, so ask for a demonstration and practice fastening it before leaving the boutique. After each change, check that the holes are seated fully on the studs.

What fits, and what catches at the opening?

Start with a compact phone, cardholder and a few small extras for the Mini. The PM gives a wallet, keys and a soft pouch more space, making it the better choice when you dislike repacking for every outing. Rigid accessories need a separate check because the body can be roomy enough while the neck catches a case or cap.

A large phone is the Mini’s most important fit check

An iPhone 16 Pro Max is 16.3 cm tall without a case, compared with the Mini’s 17.5 cm exterior height. The 1.2 cm difference also has to allow for the base, lining and gathered top. Those measurements explain why a fit test matters; they do not prove that the phone slides in or that the bag closes over it. Put your usual case on before trying it.

A June 2025 Bagaholicboy article on the Mini’s launch described it holding a phone, cardholder, beauty items, loose sunglasses and a small portable fan. That is a useful picture of a compact load, but it says nothing about a thick phone case, a hard glasses case or a bottle.

Test the whole load with the drawstring closed

Loosen the opening, insert your largest rigid item and add the belongings you carry beside it. Then tighten the cord and remove your phone again. If you must take out the wallet first every time, the load is too crowded for convenient use. A bottle test should include the cap and enough space above it to gather the neck; two bottles of the same volume can fit very differently.

Neither size is suited to a laptop or an 11-inch tablet. Moving from Mini to PM adds useful space for everyday accessories, but it does not turn the Petit Flot into a bag for work electronics.

Using the drawstring and carrying the bag

Pulling the leather cord gathers the upper edge inward. To reach inside, you release that tension and spread the opening, then gather it again after replacing your phone. The movement is easy to understand, but the cord can feel stiff or loosen as the bag moves. Leave room beneath the neck so your belongings do not push against the closure.

The drawstring contains your things better than a fully open mouth, but it leaves a central opening. If a fully zipped compartment matters on public transit, that requirement is a reason to consider another bag. A small internal pouch keeps loose items together without changing how securely the outer bag closes.

Owner reports are mixed. Some PM owners like the quick access and the light interior; others find the cord hard to pull tight or say it works loose during the day. A Mini owner described the new leather cord as stiff. None of these reports is a reason to rule the bag out, but they are a reason to test it with your own load.

During a try-on, put your belongings inside, close the bag and walk with it at the intended strap setting. Reach for your phone and close it again while wearing it. Check whether the cord holds its position, whether you need to steady the body with your other hand and whether the cord ends knock against the bag. An empty bag on a counter will not show those inconveniences.

Crossbody position and shoulder comfort

The PM’s 14.5 cm depth makes it project farther from your hip than a flat crossbody. Shortening the strap brings it higher under the arm, which may feel crowded over a coat. The Mini takes up less space, but its fixed published drop gives you less control over carrying height. Try either over the outerwear you use most often, then sit down as well as walk.

Low empty weight helps, but a bottle or dense collection of keys and chargers still pulls on a single strap. Keep the load modest and check that the leather lies flat on your shoulder. Goyard advises against excessive weight and gives no maximum load rating. On the PM, inspect the internal attachments after changing the strap position.

Retail quotes and where to buy in September 2026

As of September 2026, Goyard’s US Petit Flot Mini and PM pages do not display a retail price. Request a current US-dollar quote for the exact size and color, with sales tax, delivery and any personalization itemized. A quote for an unpersonalized bag also lets you decide on initials or stripes after you know the total.

The US product pages offer a contact option. Direct checkout for either Petit Flot is not confirmed, so use that contact route or the Goyard boutique directory to arrange a purchase. Goyard’s US locations include its own boutiques and Goyard at Bergdorf Goodman in New York. Ask about the Mini or PM by name and give your color choices before making a special trip.

Personalization, shipping and returns

Goyard offers online personalization on selected products, but eligibility and the additional charge need to be confirmed for your Petit Flot. Obtain the design, expected completion date and return terms before paying. Personalized orders cannot be returned under Goyard’s published online terms.

The website states a 30-day return period from receipt for nonpersonalized online orders. A boutique or concession purchase may have different terms, so ask the selling location whether a return means a refund, exchange or credit and what deadline applies. For a remote order, also confirm whether the location can ship to you and what delivery will cost.

If you are shopping in France or the UK, request a quote in euros or pounds from that location. Currency conversion alone cannot establish the local retail price or your final cost after tax and delivery.

Care, wear and preowned inspection

The lower edge, leather cord and carrying attachments deserve close attention because they touch surfaces or move during use. Canvas that looks clean from the front can still have abrasion underneath, and a well-shaped body can hide wear in the PM’s strap holes. Inspect the bag empty as well as lightly filled.

Cleaning and storage

Keep the bag away from rough surfaces, water, oil, makeup and perfume. Use a soft lint-free cloth on the canvas and leather, moving across the surface without repeatedly rubbing one spot. Dust the lining with a soft brush. If the bag gets wet, dab it with an absorbent cloth; aggressive rubbing can damage the chevrons or leather.

Avoid machine washing, solvents, shop-bought cleaners and waterproofing treatments. Ask Goyard about deeper cleaning or reconditioning. For storage, lightly fill the body with tissue to preserve its shape and place it in its protective case away from light, heat and damp. Avoid plastic storage bags.

Before paying for a preowned bag

Confirm the exact size and carrying components. The Mini should include its removable long strap if you want shoulder or crossbody use; the PM needs its leather strap and all four internal studs intact. Ask separately about the dust bag and paperwork, since what accompanies the sale varies.

Request written disclosure of replaced cords or straps, added holes, hardware repairs, edge refinishing and personalization. A general condition grade does not tell you whether the drawstring holds or whether the lining smells. Ask for a short demonstration with a modest load, including each PM strap setting you intend to use.

Check the final checkout total, shipping origin, insurance, import charges where applicable and return freight. Read whether the sale is final or refundable only as store credit, and note the inspection deadline. Save the listing and photograph the bag when it arrives so you can raise any discrepancy promptly.

Petit Flot alternatives: Goyard, Louis Vuitton and Hermès

The Cap-Vert and Belvédère are easier choices when you want a flatter crossbody with pockets. Bohème adds room and a zipper for shoulder carry. The Louis Vuitton Noé family keeps the drawstring bucket shape but changes the handle, strap and organization; the Picotin 18 suits someone who prefers carrying a bucket by hand.

Belvédère, Cap-Vert or Bohème?

The Cap-Vert is the most direct substitute when your objection to the Petit Flot is the closure: its top zipper closes the main compartment. The Belvédère is more useful when you want to give cards, documents and small items separate pockets, though opening its tab still takes a deliberate movement. Both give up bucket depth in exchange for sitting closer to your body.

The Bohème is a bigger step up in capacity. Its soft body and removable pouch suit a larger collection of daily belongings, while the zipper covers the opening. Pick it when shoulder carry works for you and reducing your load to fit the PM would be inconvenient.

Which Louis Vuitton Noé is closest?

The Néonoé BB is the closest comparison for a Mini shopper who wants both a handle and a long strap. Its adjustable strap offers more control over carrying height. The Noé BB has a larger traditional bucket body and bottom studs, while the NéoNoé MM adds two compartments and a zipped central pocket. The MM makes sense when a small tablet or long wallet is a regular part of your day.

Petit Flot or Hermès Picotin 18?

The standard Picotin Lock 18 is unlined and carried by its two handles. Its broad top is easier to reach into, but it offers less containment and no standard shoulder or crossbody strap. The Petit Flot is the more useful choice when you need both hands free. The Picotin suits you when hand carry is comfortable and you prefer an open leather bucket.

Which Petit Flot should you buy?

For everyday use, start with the PM. The larger body and three strap positions make it easier to accommodate both your belongings and the height at which you like to carry them. The Mini earns its place when your phone, cards and small extras fit comfortably and the top handle matters to you. In either size, take time over the closure test: if tightening the cord after every phone check feels inconvenient in the boutique, it will be part of every outing.

Sources and further reading

Goyard’s Petit Flot Mini and Petit Flot PM pages provide measurements, carrying instructions and care advice. The Petit Flot describes the earlier Jacquard design.

For comparison, see the Cap-Vert PM, Belvédère PM, Bohème, Néonoé BB, Noé BB, NéoNoé MM and Hermès Picotin family.

Bagaholicboy’s June 2025 Petit Flot Mini article covers the Mini’s introduction. Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro Max specifications give the 163 × 77.6 × 8.25 mm phone size used in the fit check. Owner comments on drawstring and strap use come from a PurseForum Petit Flot thread.