Fashion is all about expressing oneself. And post the pandemic, the sartorial scene has seen many additions out of the ordinary. Whimsical and sometimes amusingly bizarre, a wave of wacky bags has taken over runways and may perhaps soon make its way into our wardrobes. Thanks to the Internet and its meme culture, these weird luxury bags push the envelope with their quirky creativity.
Should you wish to own any one of these and add an unconventional twist to your ensembles, we have brought a list of the weirdest luxury bags that are not only a joy to witness but are equally fascinating as well.
Check out these weird and quirky luxury designer bags
Chanel Matryoshka Doll Bag
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A collector’s piece in the true sense, the Chanel doll bag was designed by Karl Lagerfeld himself for the Paris-Moscow Pre-Fall 2009 Collection. This bag was part of a limited edition collection that was inspired by the Russian Matryoshka doll and was made of gold and resin.
Featuring the emblematic CC logo, this bag once again went viral when Indian entrepreneur Isha Ambani attended this year’s Met Gala by pairing the iconic Russian Doll bag with a custom Prabal Gurung ensemble.
Yves Saint Laurent Take-Away Box
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Doesn’t this look like a luxe happy meal? But this weird luxury bag by YSL will happily store everything from your cheeseburger to spicy fries. Or perhaps, gold nuggets or a pearly dip?
The bag is crafted in vegetable-tanned leather and available in black and brown gold with embossed details of the house’s logo. It was showcased by Anthony Vaccarello in the Aghfi desert for the Spring/Summer 2023 men’s collection. If you ask us, the YSL Take Away Box is a weird yet chic luxury bag that makes a great, quirky conversation starter. And, if you are a top-handle zeitgeist, all the more reason you should get it.
JW Anderson Pigeon Clutch
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The pigeon clutch today is one of the most viral products on social media, thanks to Sarah Jessica Parker aka Carrie Bradshaw who was spotted holding it in the TV show And Just Like That…. The USD 890 pigeon clutch may look strange compared to its counterparts but nevertheless, makes for a good laugh. JW Anderson first showcased it in the Fall/Winter 2022 collection. He told Harper’s Bazaar, “I wanted an element of something a bit silly in the collection, a contrast to the situation at the time.”
The quirky thing about this weird luxury bag is that it is a 3D-printed clutch, so it looks like you are holding a real pigeon. The designer also shared, “Fashion has this great way of allowing us to escape reality. Also, pigeons are so inherently unglamorous, it’s funny to turn it into a functional object like a clutch bag that’s typically seen as quite glamorous.”
Bottega Veneta Brown Paper Bag
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Bottega Veneta hit it out of the park with this bag because it looks exactly like a regular paper bag but is entirely made of calfskin. Hence, the exorbitant price tag. The brown bag comes in two sizes and is described as a “small paper-like leather shopping bag” on the brand’s official website. Lined with suede, it doesn’t have a pouch or chain but the bag is sturdier than its paper counterpart.
Without a doubt, the brown paper bag is a true testament to the brand’s impeccable craftsmanship to produce quality leather goods.
Louis Vuitton Paint Can Bag
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Under Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton was experimental, to say the least. And for the late Creative Director’s final collection, this leather paint can bag was featured among a slew of other statement-making accessories. The leather paint cans come in a variety of hues like purple, orange, red, green, yellow, and blue.
When the bag first came out, the Maison on Instagram described it as a reinterpretation of “familiar objects in imaginative ways”. Who would have thought that traditional paint cans would have looked this unconventionally good?
Balenciaga Le Cagole Boot Bag
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Hey, are these boots? No, this is the Le Cagole Boot Bag. When it comes to Balenciaga, we can always expect the unexpected. (cue: check their campaign shots on their official handle).
Available in two colours of bright neon yellow and black, these “boots” are made from calfskin leather and feature silver hardware. The bag is equipped with a removable zipped pouch, a heart mirror, and an inner zipped pocket, and was first showcased at the brand’s Winter 2022 show as part of the 360° collection. It has proven to be a hit, starring in Kim Kardashian’s Balenciaga campaign and has also been worn by Julia Fox, Christine Quinn and other KarJenner sisters.
Balenciaga Trash Bag
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Another hit by Balenciaga and this trash bag went is one for the history books for being wacky to the core.
Balenciaga’s Creative Director Demna Gvasalia first showcased this bag at the Fall/Winter 2022 collection. Coming in a host of colours — white, blue, and black — it is priced at USD 1,790 and is made from calfskin leather. Complete with the House’s minimal and almost invisible logo branding at the front, the bag also has an adjustable strap and can be closed at the top with a drawstring.
Demna even shared with WWD , “I couldn’t miss an opportunity to make the most expensive trash bag in the world, because who doesn’t love a fashion scandal?”
Chanel Grocery Basket Bag
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Amp up your pantry restock routine with the Chanel Grocery Basket Bag. This weird luxury bag was first spotted when the House showcased its Fall/Winter 2014 Collection. The bag has the classic wire design just like a basic shopping basket and was priced at USD 10,350.
What makes this bag extra special is the fact that it is silver plated and has Maison’s signature leather and chain-link straps. Would you carry your belongings in this quirky bag?
(Featured and main image credit: Balenciaga and vitkac.com)