This French Brand Started “Quiet Luxury”—See the Bags Everyone Wants to Carry

June 2, 2023 admin Fashion 0

While “quiet luxury” may be a popular buzzword in 2023, it’s nowhere new to the fashion scene, especially to designers that have been leaders in the minimal fashion aesthetic. There are many names that come to mind but out of them all, Phoebe Philo, previous director of Celine, has our hearts forever. And although no one can do it like her, ever since Hedi Slimane took over in 2016, he too has bestowed us with covetable Celine designs. They might be a little more logo-filled, but each bag’s clean and sleek lines make it ultra-chic nonetheless. The brand has been synonymous with classic French girl style for years, and the fashion set doesn’t seem to be letting go of their love for Celine anytime soon.

If you’re finally looking to make that investment in a Celine bag, look no further. We’ve rounded up the eight best bags from the luxury brand’s selection—old and new. Whether it’s a 2010-era luggage tote or the more modern triomphe, a Celine bag should be next on your luxury wishlist. 

Created in 2018, the Triomphe bag takes the French brand’s iconic log and updates it for everyday wear. Despite consumers gravitating away from logomania, the Celine Triomphe is an exception in 2023. Its timeless design paired with its sleek hardware has given it a top spot in the world of luxury handbags. 

Released in the S/S 21 collection, Celine’s Ava bag has become a core design for the French house. Its sleek crescent shape fits snugly underneath the shoulder. The bag is also a favorite of supermodel Kaia Gerber, who’s a current face of the luxury brand.

Inspired by the Hôtel Colbert located at 16 Rue Vivienne in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, the “16” bag was designed by Hedi Slimane on his first day at Celine. It pays homage to the brand’s history, bringing designs of Maison Celine to the modern era. It’s gone through various iterations since then, and all of them have been big hits with celebrities like Hailey Bieber, Kaia Gerber, and Lady Gaga.

When Phoebe Philo debuted her first Celine collection, all eyes were on the luggage tote. It quickly become the “it” bag to have and was released in various colors and sizes soon after. While you can still buy the latest iteration of the bag on Celine’s website, there are plenty of original Philo-era bags available at secondhand sites like Rebag and Fashionphile.

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Launched in 2011, Celine’s Box Bag was another hit for Phoebe Philo. In a time when a designer bag almost always had a logo, the Box bag was a breath of minimalistic fresh air. And despite being 12 years since its inception, the design still seamlessly blends into the 2023 fashion landscape, proving its timeless design.

In contrast to the Luggage tote, Celine’s Trapeze bag feels more minimal and refined. With a top handle silhouette, wide wings on the sides, and a front flap, it has an understated appeal that led to its success. It’s been discontinued, but there are plenty of options available on secondhand sites. 

The minimalist aesthetic of Phoebe Philo continues with the Belt Bag, which she designed in 2014. More refined than the Luggage tote, it’s known for its knotted belt that ties underneath the front flap and spacious interior.