We all desire them and could recognize them with our eyes closed. But do we truly know the history of the world's most famous IT Bags?
The first IT Bag in history can be considered the Speedy by Louis Vuitton, born in 1930 in response to the fast-paced life of the early 20th century. Its practical and original trunk shape made it perfect for weekend getaways.
Then came the 2.55 by Chanel; do you know what this number means? It refers to the date Gabrielle Chanel created this iconic bag: February 1955.
Another iconic bag that continues to be reimagined even today is undoubtedly the Jackie by Gucci, born in 1961 and dedicated to someone who loved it dearly, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.
Speaking of women who gave their names to bags that became iconic, one cannot fail to mention the Kelly by Hermès, created in 1977 and inspired by the ultra-elegant Grace Kelly.
Another icon of the maison Hermès is the Birkin, born in 1984 from a very particular episode. That year, Jane Birkin was on a Paris-London flight next to Jean-Louis Dumas, then president of Hermès. She was complaining about not being able to find a bag that met her needs as both a mother and a woman, and voilà, Dumas satisfied her by creating the Birkin.
Continuing our journey to 1994, the year the Lady Dior was created, dedicated to a beloved princess: Lady Diana.
Born in 1997, the Baguette by Fendi immediately became a star, thanks to Sex and the City and Sarah Jessica Parker, who made it the object of desire for an entire generation.
Another bag dearly loved by our Carrie Bradshaw is undoubtedly the Saddle by Dior. Designed by John Galliano for the Spring 2000 collection, its distinctive feature is the shape that reminds one of a saddle, from which it takes its name.
The Motorcycle, the IT bag born in 2001, was created by Nicolas Ghesquière for his debut as a designer for the maison Balenciaga. Initially, the maison's board wanted to reject the accessory, but given its immediate success, it was released in numerous models and re-editions.
The Miss Sicily trunk, born in 2009, is a celebration of the island most loved by designers Dolce&Gabbana and a synthesis of their dialogue between fashion, tradition, and innovation.
The Falabella was born in 2010 and is the first vegan luxury bag made in Mirum, a plant-based alternative to animal leather, free of plastic and featuring a circular supply chain.
More than ten years ago, when Celine still had its accent, Phoebe Philo created the Luggage. A bag that has become synonymous with timeless elegance.
In 2019, Daniel Lee relaunched the brand and conceived the Cassette by Bottega Veneta: a celebration of the deluxe leather goods brand's signature intrecciato craftsmanship.
Visit our website to discover and purchase all the most iconic bag models.
