Welcome to our list of the 10 Designer Bags From the 2000`s That Are Back In Style!
Fashion trends come and go, as do It Bags! Now we are seeing bags from 20 years ago becoming fashionable once more. Here I’ll show you 10 Y2K bags that are back in style, some have been popular for a few years now, while others have not reached their popularity peak yet.
So, without further ado here are 10 Designer Bags From the 2000`s That Are Back In Style:
1. Fendi Baguette Bag
In 1997 when Prada minimalist bags were all people wanted, Fendi launched the first It Bag in history, the Fendi Baguette. Designed by Silvia Venturini Fendi, she christened the bag the Baguette because this shoulder bag was made to sit comfortably under the arm in the very same way that the French are usually seen carrying their baguettes. Since its introduction, the Baguette instantly became one of the most sought-after bags in the fashion world, and more than 100,000 of these babies were sold in the first year alone. Over time it has evolved into different sizes, materials and colors, each new season there is a new Fendi Baguette for us to fall in love with! Today, 25 years after its debut, the Fendi Baguette, remains a stylish it bag that is iconic of the brand and one of the most classic designer shoulder bags!
According to Rebag the Fendi Baguette holds 115% of its retail value at resale!
2. Dior Saddle Bag
The Saddle Bag was first created in 1999 at the peak of John Galliano’s Dior tenure. Its initial appearance toed the line between what was considered high fashion and, for lack of a better word, ugly. Intended to be worn short-strapped and tight against the arm like a saddle, the accessory became an instant trend sported by everyone from Beyoncé to Carrie Bradshaw. In 2018 Maria Grazia Chiurri relaunched this bag and it has since become a part of the classic styles of the brand. The Dior Saddle bag takes its cues from the equestrian world. The inspiration can be seen in the graphic design with the now iconic asymmetrical flap that is reminiscent of a saddle shape.
At this point the Saddle can already be considered a classic, more than 20 years after its launch it remains one of the most popular bags of the brand!
3. Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessoires
The Louis Vuitton Pochette was originally designed to be an accessory to the Louis Vuitton Bucket bag, but when it launched, it became so popular that it transformed into a handbag of its own. This bag’s heyday was the 2000’s, I’m sure you remember many celebrities trotting around with this bag on their arms. This bag is small but effective, it fits your keys, cellphone and cards. In recent years this bag has been growing once more in popularity due to y2k trends and in the vintage market this bag’s price is going up constantly.
It is not easy finding one of these bags on a Louis Vuitton store, so the resale market has been the primary source of the Pochette, that is why its prices are so high.
4. Fendi Spy Bag
The mid-2000s were all about the Fendi Spy Bag. Everyone from Lindsay Lohan to Janet Jackson was obsessed with the hobo bag, which came in a range of colors and patterns. The Spy bag was created in 2005 by accessories maven Silvia Fendi, and it took off from there. With its roomy interior, two top handles and round flap, this carry-all style is stylish, practical and fun. This bag is already having a resurgence, Rihanna wore one last year and so did Bella Hadid just a few months ago. This bag has a cult following, it is a favorite of vintage lovers and it is definitely coming back in style! Now is the time to buy this bag on the resale market, in just a few months this bag will be super popular and prices will climb for sure! Now you can find this bag for around $400.
The Fendi Spy might be the next retro it-bag in the fashion world!
5. Chanel Shopping Tote
A wardrobe staple and icon of the early-2000s, the Shopping Tote is a long-time favorite among Chanel handbag lovers. Designed in three sizes – the Petite Shopping Tote, the Grand Shopping Tote, and the Grand Shopping Tote XL – the standard Grand Shopping Tote is the ultimate classic. Best recognized for its roominess and tasteful simplicity, the Chanel Shopping Tote is only available in classic quilting. Additionally, only two hardware colors – gold and silver – were ever offered. After the GST was discontinued in 2015, the desirability of these Chanel handbags skyrocketed.
Today, the Chanel Shopping Tote is a rare vintage find, coveted among those in the know.
6. Mulberry Bayswater
A timeless and classic shoulder bag, the Bayswater family unites the very best of Mulberry’s craft heritage and effortless style. The original Bayswater’s understated shape and finish were designed to showcase the exceptional level of leather quality, proudly finished with Mulberry’s signature hardware: The Postman’s Lock. Its interior belts meant its size was adjustable, making a Bayswater ideal for any lifestyle. First launched in 2003, the Bayswater was an instant favorite among women of all styles, subcultures and generations.
The versatility, adaptability and elegance of this style became the signatures of the Bayswater family, and they are carried through each iteration of its silhouette, from deconstructed satchel to collectable mini.
7. Coach Tabby
A modern take on an archival 1970s Coach design, the structured Tabby shoulder bag is crafted in polished pebble leather, or with a pillow finish. This bag was super popular in the 2000’s and now it is trending once more! If you’ve been searching for a bag that will take you through season after season, year after year, this style has the perfect forever-chic look. The style’s divided interior helps keep essentials beautifully organized, while interchangeable shoulder and crossbody straps offer styling versatility.
This is an amazing alternative to the Fendi Baguette!
8. Louis Vuitton Croissant Bag
This year half-moon shaped or croissant bags are having a resurgence. But the Louis Vuitton Croissant bag was the OG. Discontinued since its release in 2002, the bag is a rare vintage gem to score. Lately, the monogrammed leather bag has been spotted on Bella Hadid’s shoulder, marking its return in a big way. Recently Louis Vuitton presented a redesign of the Croissant. Created by Nicolas Ghesquière for the Cruise 2022 Collection, the Loop handbag is a half-moon baguette, inspired by the Croissant bag from the House archives.
The Croissant bag is an iconic and timeless Louis Vuitton bag that is very popular once more, so you will not regret investing in one!
9. Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag
In the 3-year tenure of former creative director Daniel Lee, Bottega Veneta has launched several bags that were instantly popular, but with his departure and the natural cycle of fashion trends I’m betting we’ll see a return of the older styles of the brand. This classic style was super popular in the late 2000’s and early 2010’s. The Intrecciato is a staple of Bottega Veneta and this is an elegant everyday bag you would be wearing for many years to come.
This is an amazing investment bag that will be super popular in just a few years! You can find it on the resale market.
10. Chloé Paddington
One of the most iconic It bags of the 2000’s, the Paddington, designed by then creative director Phoebe Philo, was as rare as it was coveted. Vogue reported that in 2005 every one of the 8,000 bags produced by Chloé were already spoken for before even hitting the stores. Made of leather, the Paddington had softly rounded edges, giving it what has been described as “a luggage feel.” There were buckles on either end, and its most iconic feature was a leather-wrapped padlock, the key for which was suspended from a narrow tie attached to the hardware holding one of the two top handles. The scarcity of this bag made it an insider and celebrity favorite, which only made it more desirable.
This bag was a hit in the yearly 2000’s but was considered out of style by the 2010’s, but now it is time for the comeback!
