Bags. The Classic Collection

Bags. The Classic Collection
Author: Lucia Savi

An ode to the world's most iconic handbags, from the Hermès Kelly to the Fendi Baguette.

Bags. The Classic Collection is a beautifully designed coffee table book that spotlights the 30 most legendary and influential handbags in fashion history. Each model, from classics like the Chanel 2.55 to the modern Jacquemus Chiquito, is presented with stunning photography, captivating background stories, and a luxurious leather-look cover.

More than just fashion accessories, these bags have evolved into style icons and status symbols that have inspired generations. The photo book takes you on a visual journey through the creative visions, cultural contexts, and artistic philosophies behind each bag.

Why this book is a must-have:

• Features 30 iconic handbags from brands such as Chanel, Hermès, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney & Balenciaga
• Richly illustrated with breathtaking photography
• Luxurious edition with a leather look and feel
• Written by a curator from the Design Museum in London
• Perfect gift for fashion and design lovers

From the elegance of the Dior Lady to the rebelliousness of the Louis Vuitton Graffiti Keepall, each bag in this photo book tells its own story of style, status, and innovation. Bags. The Classic Collection is indispensable for fashion lovers, collectors, and anyone with a passion for timeless accessories.

About the author: Lucia Savi

Lucia Savi is Head of Curatorial and Interpretation at the Design Museum in London. She gained international recognition as the curator of the popular exhibition Bags. Inside Out at the V&A Museum and also authored the accompanying book. Savi contributed to leading fashion exhibitions such as Shoes. Pleasure and Pain and The Glamour of Italian Fashion 1945–2014. Her expertise at the intersection of fashion, design, and culture makes her an authoritative voice in the world of luxurious accessories.

The 30 bag brands:
Chanel – 2.55, Mulberry – Alexa, Givenchy – Antigona, Roberta di Camerino – Bagonghi, Fendi – Baguette, Gucci – Bamboo, Issey Miyake – Bao Bao, Hermès – Birkin, Chanel – Boy, Bottega Veneta – Cassette, Jacquemus – Chiquito, Balenciaga – City Bag, Alexander McQueen – Clutch The Knuckle, Judith Leiber – Cupcake Bag, Gucci – Dyonisus, Stella McCartney – Falabella, Prada – Galleria, Louis Vuitton – Graffiti Keepall Bag, Anya Hindmarch – I’m NOT A Plastic Bag, Gucci – Jacki, Hermès – Kelly, Dior – Lady, Céline – Luggage Bag, Guinness – Lulu Guinness Florist’s Basket, Prada – Nylon Vela Backpack, Chloé – Paddington, Loewe – Puzzle Bag, Dior – Saddle, Louis Vuitton – Speedy, Launer – Traviata