Ben’s Bag Edit: 7 Underrated Designer Bags for the Style Savvy
Hidden gems
Everyone knows the classics, but the most interesting bags today come from the unexpected. Forget the familiar monograms and heritage codes—luxury feels more exciting today in the hands of designers redefining it quietly yet confidently. If you’re ready to look beyond the usual suspects, here are seven bags worth having on your radar.
Delvaux Pin Twist
“If I could bring only one bag on a trip, it would be the Delvaux Pin Twist. It’s compact but never restrictive, structured yet easy-going. I also love how the D-shaped front pocket complements the silhouette. I can already see it fitting seamlessly into both ends of my routine—from weekends with family to weekdays at work.”
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Toteme T-Lock top handle bag
“You’ve probably spotted the T-Lock bag on celebrities like Katie Holmes or Tessa Thompson, and honestly, I get the hype. With its curved topline, gold lock, and protective feet, it’s effortlessly elegant. It’s one of those pieces that looks simple but says so much. If I were choosing a new black bag today, I’d stop right here.”
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Magda Butrym Brigitte Bag
“Magda Butrym isn’t exactly new to me, but its H&M collaboration earlier this year makes me pay much more attention. I admire the ready-to-wear, but the bags are the real revelation. The Brigitte Bag is the one I go for—the burgundy leather is gorgeous, the floral handle feels so distinctly Magda, and it’s roomy enough to carry every day.”
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Savette Symmetry Pochette
“Savette might be he new kid in the luxury space, but it already masters quiet confidence. The Symmetry Pochette feels almost mathematical—every line and angle exactly where it should be. Its signature Symmetry turnlock adds a defining touch, a subtle marker of identity. And yes, it comes in twenty colours, but I’m calling it—the navy is the best of the lot.”
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JW Anderson Messenger Loafer bag
“Jonathan Anderson shapes some of fashion’s most interesting chapters at Loewe and now at Dior, but it’s through his own label, JW Anderson, that his wit really shines. The Messenger Loafer Bag captures that perfectly—playful yet clever, with a crisp, structured silhouette and a hand-stitched loafer-inspired penny keeper. I didn’t think I’d circle back to khaki green, but here we are.”
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Liffner Belted Bucket Bag
“You already know I’m a bucket bag loyalist, and I think I’ve just found a new favourite from Swedish brand Liffner. The worn-in, vintage-effect leather feels lived-in but luxe, pulled together by a slender buckle. And the best part? It looks like it can fit everything. Everything.”
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Proenza Schouler Hobo Slide bag
“Everyone’s carrying suede this season, and I couldn’t resist. My pick? The Hobo Slide Bag by Proenza Schouler. The half-moon silhouette is always a good idea, and I love that it never locks me into one look—I can wear it crossbody one day, on the shoulder the next, and it still feels fresh every time.”
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