Culturally, the needle of men’s fashion has been slowly but surely moving toward androgynous clothing, trading bold and traditionally masculine aesthetics for cleaner, sleeker, and, dare I say gender-inclusive offerings. The sentiment was evident during the Men’s Wear segment of the ongoing Paris Fashion Week, with a specific focus on men’s handbags. In that vein, we’ve taken a look at some of our favourite offerings from the week.

Hermès

In 2024, Véronique Nichanian elevated Hermès’ emphasis on “quiet luxury,” infusing a playful touch into themes of “dandy chic” and a hint of “English fantasy.” Our attention was particularly drawn to a black/brown leather handbag with a metal strap, reminiscent of something that would appeal to the Roys in Succession.

Zegna

Artistic director Alessandro Sartori centred Zegna’s Fall-Winter 2024-25 collection around Cashmere, aptly named ‘the Oasi Of Cashmere.’ Raw wool tufts descended continuously, forming a substantial pile in shades of orange. Among the highlights, the dark grey shoulder bag left a lasting impression.

Dior

Perhaps ASAP Rocky and Zach Galifianakis were referring to the new Dior collection when they said, “It’s not a purse, it’s a satchel.” Men’s artistic director Kim Jones combined Rudolf Nureyev’s inspiration into the House’s codes and heritage, resulting in satchels and handbags that struck the right balance—neither too loud nor too dull.

Louis Vuitton

Pharrell Williams brought Americana to Paris for his Fall-Winter collection, inspired by the American West. Standouts included the Keepall, reinvented in cow print, and the Speedy, introduced in a pink hue with the LV monogram.

LOEWE

LOEWE collaborated with artist Richard Hawkins, known for vibrant prints. His artwork was encapsulated in the brand’s new collection of clothing, jewellery, and bags, featuring a twist on icons like the Puzzle Fold Tote and oversized Squeeze bags.

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