As spring comes into view and life begins to feel like it’s slowing down, providing us with the opportunity to realign ourselves and reflect on our needs, the search for a new bag that not only accommodates the everyday essentials but also captures the essence of the season can become quite a challenging endeavour. Whether you’re looking for nostalgic designs to bring an iconic Y2K dose to your wardrobe or a timeless staple that can last throughout seasons, we’ve got you covered with a selection of fresh designer bags.
Louis Vuitton X Takashi Murakami Speedy
Building on the success of the 2003 collaboration between then-creative director Marc Jacobs and Japanese artist Takashi Murakami, Louis Vuitton introduces a playfully reimagined and upbeat re-edition of the collection — bringing back the Mean Girls-approved multicolour monogram on the brand’s iconic Speedy bags, adorned with a bow-shaped key bell and golden padlock that nods to the house’s emblematic travel trunks.
Dior Normandie
We’ve all had those days when we can’t decide between a bag that’s practical for day-to-day activities and a bag that complements every outfit – but why choose when the Dior Normandie offers both? Named after Christian Dior’s home city, the Normandie is crafted from the new Dior icons grained leather and features an adjustable strap, rounded handles, and a front pocket to secure essentials — making it the latest indispensable everyday bag.
Prada Leather Shoulder Bag
The love affair with shoulder bags found its roots in the late ’90s when they became synonymous with celebrity culture and popular television shows — take for instance, Carrie Bradshaw’s iconic Fendi Baguettes in Sex and the City. Since then, Prada brought functionality to their shoulder bags without, of course, sacrificing style. Crafted in soft leather with a glossy finish, the Prada leather shoulder bag exemplifies the sophisticated minimalism of the ’90s, even when on the go.
Loewe Featherlight Puzzle
Jonathan Anderson’s first bag design for Loewe as creative director was the signature Puzzle, and now the latest addition to the Puzzle family — the Featherlight Puzzle — features slimmer hardware than the original, a chic leather luggage tag with a secret pocket, and protective metal feet at the base. Lined with nappa lambskin and topped with a LOEWE engraved plaque inside, the Featherlight is available in Black, Burnt Red, Pecan, and Dark Butter, with gold hardware or the Aquamarine featuring silver hardware.
Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU
The iconic yellow Fendi Eyes on the Peekaboo ISeeU is a strong contender for the next playful addition to your bag rotation. A stalwart in the leather bag community, the Cuoio Romano leather is an iconic Fendi material that, when mixed with a playful design and versatile silhouette, create a bag with realistic storage capabilities that make for a perfect daily companion when grabbing coffee and running errands.
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