The Best Bags of the Last Decade

Monday, 30 December 2019

As the year comes to a close so does this decade. The 2010's have been filled with some of the most iconic bags ever to join our hearts and our wardrobes. We've taken a look back at our favourite handbags of the last decade.

Boy Bag | Chanel | 2011

Once launched in 2011, the Boy Bag instantly joined the team of iconic Chanel bags and took the world by storm. The Boy was inspired by the cartridge bag - a style used in hunting - and was inspired by Gabrielle Chanel’s love – Boy Capel. Although masculine in style, it remains a part of any chic women’s wardrobe today. Boy Bags direct from Chanel will cost you between £3,780 - £4,570. Boy Bags from Designer Exchange start at £1,300.

Diorama | Christian Dior | 2015

The Diorama debuted in Dior’s SS15 runway show with roaring success. It was youthful but classy and bold yet feminine. Dior released the Diorama in the hope it would bring Dior bags to a new youthful generation - a wish they succeeded in. The Diorama is to the Lady Dior what the Boy Bag did for the classic Chanel flapbag – it brought a new edgy and cool generation of customers to the fashion houses. Buying a Diorama direct from Christian Dior will cost you between £1,200 - £2,800. Diorama bags from Designer Exchange start at £450.

Dionysus | Gucci | 2015

Named after by Dionysus, son of Zeus, this creation by Gucci instantly became an icon for a new generation. First launched in the AW15 runway collection, the piece established a new Gucci motif – the tiger head clasp inspired by the tale of Dionysus who crossed the river Tigris on a tiger sent to him Zeus. Buying a Dionysus direct from Gucci will cost you between £1,160 - £3,470. Dionysus bags from Designer Exchange start at £695.

Rockstud Collection | Valentino | 2011

Launched in the SS11 house show the Rockstud collection caught the attention of the fashion world as a seldom seen punkish alternative. Delicate buttery leather is trimmed by spikes perfectly melting the two worlds of grunge and romance. Buying a Rockstud tote direct from Valentino will cost you between £885 - £1,360. A Rockstud tote from Designer Exchange starts at £425.

Trapeze | Céline | 2010

The Celine Trapeze debuted in 2010 and was beloved by the fashion lovers and insiders around the world. The bags are known for being clean, elegant and spacious. It features a Box style flap closure and signature Luggage tote wings. Buying a Trapeze direct from Céline will cost you between £2,000 - £2,9000. A Trapeze from Designer Exchange starts at £420.

The Falabella Collection | Stella McCartney | 2010

The Falabella bag has said to be the most coveted non-leather bag ever. The bags are made from vegan leather, which is made from recycled polyester. It creates 24 times less of an impact on the environment than calfskin. . It truly is a luxury bag with a cause. Falabella totes direct from Stella McCartney will cost you between £620 - £720. Falabella totes from Designer Exchange start at £180.

Sac de Jour | Saint Laurent | 2013

Launched in 2013 by Hedi Slimane, the Saint Laurent Sac de Jour is now one of the most loved pieces ever released by Saint Laurent. The name translates to 'bag of the day' and it perfectly encapsulates the box-bag fashion of the 2010's. Buying a Sac de Jour direct from Saint Laurent will cost you between £1,315 - £2,245. A Sac de Jour from Designer Exchange starts at £750.