16 Most Popular Designer Bags: best selling, most Wanted, timeless, Iconic, include Hermes + Chanel + Saint Laurent + Louis Vuitton, Prada + Gucci + Loewe + Celine + Dior + Goyard + Fendi

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16 Most Popular Designer Bags: best selling, most Wanted, timeless, Iconic, include Hermes + Chanel + Saint Laurent + Louis Vuitton, Prada + Gucci + Loewe + Celine + Dior + Goyard + Fendi

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16 Most Popular Designer Bags: best selling, most Wanted, timeless, Iconic, include Hermes + Chanel + Saint Laurent + Louis Vuitton, Prada + Gucci + Loewe + Celine + Dior + Goyard + Fendi

This post is about the top 16 popular designer bags based on certain criteria:

  • Best seller I only want to include best selling designer bags that are hard to get and usually sold-out quickly like hotcakes
  • Most wanted The top designer bags are on the top wish list of every fashionista around the world
  • Timeless these luxury handbags have stood the test of time. They have existed for a long time, or they are so popular that we know they will still be here 100 years later
  • Iconic each of these selected handbags are an iconic of the brand. The are also well known in the world of fashion
  • Bag inflation: these top 16 most popular handbags will only increase in Replica Shopping every year. I call it ‘Bagflation’
  • Retain value these bags have high resale value. Even if the sale price is lower in the secondary market today, you can be certain that you will sell them with profits in the future

In short: these are the most popular designer bags EVER CREATED. These are classic bags that every luxury handbag collector should own.

1. Hermes Birkin Bag

Hermes Birkin 35 Bag in Togo Black

The Hermes Birkin Bag is the most popular designer bag of all time. It’s one of the handbags that a lot of celebrities own. There is no match to the design and quality. The handbag does come with a high price tag and it’s very limited in availability. It’s completely handcrafted from cutting, stitching, buffing, painting and polishing. The Hermes Birkin Bag takes a minimum of 18 – 20 hours to make and up to 48 hours (depending on the leather and design). The price ranges from $9,000 $300,000 USD. The most expensive Hermes Birkin Bag was sold for $450,000 USD in 2022. It’s estimated that the product cost is 15 20% of the retail price.

Launch date: 1984

Starting price: $9,000 USD

Resale value: $15,000+ USD

Popularity: 10/10

Stock: Waiting list

Quality: 10/10

2. Hermes Kelly Bag

Hermes Kelly 32 Bag in Epsom Orange

The Hermes Kelly Bag is as famous as The Birkin Bag. As for the design, popularity and quality, there is no competitor in the market. First launched in the 1930’s, but renamed officially “Hermes Kelly Bag” in the 1970’s, this handbag is truly timeless. It takes around 18 – 25 hours to make this bag (depending on the design and leather). The Kelly Bag is also entirely handmade in all stages from cutting, stitching, assembling to finishing like painting. The Hermes Kelly Bag is exclusive because only a limited quantity is available every year. Hermes once said that they only manufacture 12,000 Kelly and Birkin Bags combined annually. The price ranges from $8,000 $10,000 to $200,000 USD for the special and exotic editions. The most expensive Hermes Kelly Bag was sold for $500,000 at an auction in 2020.

Launch date: 1930

Starting price: $8,000 USD

Resale value: $12,000+ USD

Popularity: 10/10

Stock: Waiting list

Quality: 10/10

3. Chanel Classic Flap Bag

Chanel ML Classic Bag Replica Shopping

The Chanel Classic Flap Bag is famous for its never-stopping price increases. Almost every year, Chanel increases the price of the Chanel Classic Flap Bag by 20 – 50% or more. That’s why everyone is rushing to get one before they’re priced out. The Chanel Classic Flap Bag is the most famous Chanel Bag. It’s designed by Karl Lagerfeld and launched in 1983. The Chanel Classic Flap Bag is the reinterpretation of the original 2.55 Flap Bag. The price ranges from $8,200 $40,000 USD or more depending on the leather and style.

Launch date: 1983

Starting price: $8,200 USD

Resale value: $7,000+ USD

Popularity: 10/10

Stock: Limited available

Quality: 10/10

4. Louis Vuitton Alma Bag

Louis Vuitton Alma Nano Bag in Epi Leather Black

The Louis Vuitton Alma Bag is truly a timeless bag. It has earned the title “timeless” because it was launched in 1934 and it remained one of the brand’s iconic handbags today. There are many styles available, but most people choose the epi leather. The price ranges from $1,760 USD for the Monogram Canvas to $4,000+ USD for the exotic leathers.

Launch date: 1934

Starting price: $1,760 USD

Resale value: $1,500+ USD

Popularity: 8/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

5. Goyard Saint Louis Bag

Goyard Saint Louis PM Bag 8

Goyard has gained popularity in recent years and the Goyard Saint Louis Bag is the brand’s iconic handbag. It’s named after the King of France, symbolizing it’s French heritage and royal luxury. Launched around the year 1930’s, this bag has a very long history. It’s time-tested and one of the rare classics. It will never go out of style, and I mean it literally. The price starts at $1,620 USD and more. It’s quite affordable for a such beautiful luxury bag.

Launch date: 1930’s

Starting price: $1,620 USD

Resale value: $1,890+ USD

Popularity: 9/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

6. Chanel Boy Bag

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The first Chanel Boy Bag was launched in 2011. In the beginning, the new style was not received positively in the fashion world, but after a few adjustments, the latest Chanel Boy Bag became as famous as the Chanel Classic Flap Bag. Today, the Chanel Boy Bag is the 2nd most favorite handbag in the Chanel Bag Collection. It’s also named the “Classic” and an “It bag”. The price ranges from $6400 $7300 USD

Launch date: 2011

Starting price: $6,400 USD

Resale value: $5,700+ USD

Popularity: 10/10

Stock: Limited available

Quality: 10/10

7. Celine Triomphe Bag

Celine triomphe bag top 10 designer bag

Introduced in the Fall Winter 2018 Collection, the Celine Triomphe Bag was appointed as the brand’s iconic bag. The logo is inspired by the chain encircling the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. After the launch, this handbag gained popularity immediately, especially among celebrities. The price of this bag starts from $3,700 USD in Canvas and $4,250 USD in leathers.

Launch date: 2018

Starting price: $3,700 USD

Resale value: $2,500+ USD

Popularity: 8/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

8. Fendi Peekaboo Bag

Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU Medium Black calf leather bag

Introduced in 2008, the Fendi Peekaboo Bag is a game-changer in the fashion industry. The Peekaboo bag is a sophisticated but also playful daily companion. It feels incredible chic too. In 2022, Fendi relaunched a newer version called the Peekaboo ISeeU Bag. This Peekaboo ISeeU Bag should be better and more functional than the classic Peekaboo Bag. The price starts from $5,700 USD for a decent size for everyday use.

Launch date: 2008

Starting price: $5,700 USD

Resale value: 5,000 USD

Popularity: 7/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

9. Gucci Marmont Bag

Gucci GG Marmont medium shoulder bag Black matelassé chevron lambskin leather

The brand Gucci is very streamlined, but there is 1 iconic bag that stands out from the rest. It’s the Gucci Marmont Bag. This bag was launched in 2016 and named after the Château Marmont, which is a popular hotel in Los Angeles known for its old glamor linked with old Hollywood celebrities. This bag is very functional and perfect for daily use. There are many sizes, but for the decent medium size, the price starts at $2,859 USD.

Launch date: 2016

Starting price: $2,859 USD

Resale value: 5,000 USD

Popularity: 7/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

10. Chloe Marcie Bag

Chloe Marcie Bag top designer bags

The Chloe Marcie Bag is an underrated beautiful handbag for daily use. Its bohemian design and equestrian elements are very distinctive. Launched in 2010 and still the brand’s favorite choice, this bag is a true classic. The price starts at $2,400 USD in leather.

Launch date: 2010

Starting price: $2,400 USD

Resale value: 1,275 USD

Popularity: 6/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

11. Mulberry Bayswater Bag

Mulberry Bayswater Bag top designer bag

The Mulberry Bayswater Bag represents West London in the United Kingdom. It’s named after a neighborhood that’s famous for Georgian architecture and British aesthetic. The Mulberry Bayswater Bag is inspired by the traditional English doctor’s handbag. For the purpose of having a diversified wardrobe, it’s good to own one of these classics from a different culture than France and Italy. This bag was introduced in 2013, the price starts at $1,845 USD in leather.

Launch date: 2013

Starting price: $1,845 USD

Resale value: 1,200 USD

Popularity: 6/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

12. Loewe Amazona Bag

Loewe Amazona Bag Top Designer Bags

Just to give you an idea of how timeless the Loewe Amazona Bag is, the original version was launched in 1975. Up until today, the Loewe Amazona Bag remained the house’s classic bag. Throughout the years, the Loewe Amazona Bag has been redesigned one time. The upgrade helps match to today’s fashion needs. Some people are still looking for the original version. This bag starts at $3,750 USD.

Launch date: 1975

Starting price: $3,750 USD

Resale value: 1,800 USD

Popularity: 7/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

13. Givenchy Antigona Bag

givenchy antigona bag top designer bags

Who doesn’t know the Givenchy Antigona Bag? It’s the house’s #1 classic bag. Introduced in 2010, this bag is more than a decade old now. You can rest assured it’s a great investment, because Givenchy handbag Replica Shopping only go up and never down. The name is inspired by Greek mythology, the design is sophisticated, bold and feminine. I personally also love this bag. The price starts at $2,750 USD.

Launch date: 2010

Starting price: $2,750 USD

Resale value: 1,500 USD

Popularity: 7/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

14. Chanel Reissue 2.55 Bag

chanel reissue 255 bag Replica Shopping

For the true handbag collectors, you can’t miss the Chanel Reissue 2.55 Bag. This is the first and the original Chanel Bag launched in February 1955 by the founder Coco Chanel herself. The Reissue version was launched in 2005 by Karl Lagerfeld, but the original design was preserved. The Chanel Reissue 2.55 Bag is not the first choice for many Fashion lovers. The Chanel Classic Flap Bag and the Chanel Boy Bag are both the first priorities. But this bag is a true classic and will remain in the permanent collection for a long time. The price starts $9,600 USD.

Launch date: 1955

Starting price: $9,600 USD

Resale value: $7,000 USD

Popularity: 9/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

15. Louis Vuitton Neverfull Bag

Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM Bag in Monogram Canvas

Launched in 2007, the Louis Vuitton Neverfull Bag is a very popular big bag. The quality is very good and the price is affordable too. It can fit a lot of items, which is also why the bag is named “Neverfull”. This bag was inspired by a traditional shopping bag, it’s designed to be lightweight and adaptable for different uses like work, travel or as an everyday bag. The price starts $2,130 USD.

Launch date: 2007

Starting price: $2,130 USD

Resale value: $1,595 USD

Popularity: 9/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

16. Louis Vuitton Speedy Bag (Bandouliere Bag)

Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandouliere 35 Bag in Damier Ebene Canvas

The Louis Vuitton Speedy Bag is one of the oldest classic bags ever existed. It was introduced in 1930 as a smaller alternative to the Keepall Bag. In 2010, Louis Vuitton launched the Speedy Bandouliere Bag, which is similar to the Speedy Bag, but it comes with an adjustable strap for shoulder carry. In my opinion, the Louis Vuitton Bandouliere Bag is a better option because it offers more carrying options. The price starts at $1,900 USD.

Launch date: 1930

Starting price: $1,900 USD

Resale value: $1,500 USD

Popularity: 9/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

17. Lady Dior Bag

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Launch date: 1930

Starting price: $1,900 USD

Resale value: $1,500 USD

Popularity: 9/10

Stock: Available

Quality: 10/10

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced handbag collector, the top 16 most popular designer bags should always be your guide.

These designer bags are not only famous, but they’re also the most iconic and will stand the test of time.

The most popular designer bags have special characteristics in order to join the ranks. They need to be launched a long time ago, preferable 10 years or more. Their popularity needs to flourish even today. The design has to be unique and the quality should be no match, which helps keep the competition and copycats away. Often, the designer bag is intertwined with the brand – the brand will represent the handbag and the handbag will represent the brand; one can’t live without the other.

I do recommend investing in the top 3 handbags in this list whenever you can the Hermes Birkin Bag, Hermes Kelly Bag and the Chanel Classic Flap Bag. Because the price increase of these 3 bags is insane. If you’re not yet priced-out yet, then you will soon be stocked-out, because getting your hands on one of these iconic bags will be harder and harder over time.

But if they’re too expensive, the other popular designer bags on this list are also great investments. You literally can’t go wrong with these.

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