Looking back at 2015, these 10 unforgettable handbag moments defined celebrity style and luxury fashion. From Amal Clooney’s namesake tote to Taylor Swift’s structured McQueen piece, these iconic bags made headlines—and turned sidewalks into runways.
1. Amal Clooney’s Ballin “Amal” Tote: The Namesake That Exudes Elegance
Amal Clooney quickly emerged as one of the most prominent style icons of 2015. The Italian brand Ballin honored this stylish lady with a luxurious tote named after her.
Amal Alamuddin-Clooney steps out in London, showcasing the elegant ‘Amal’ tote, a tribute to her iconic style by Ballin (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
Priced at €970, the “Amal” tote embodies simple elegance, much like its namesake, Mrs. Clooney.
The ‘Amal’ tote: A blend of luxury and simplicity, inspired by and named after Amal Clooney (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
2. Louis Vuitton’s $34K Petite Malle Metallic Fur Bag: A Luxe Mini Trunk
Louis Vuitton has been stepping up its handbag game with more edgy and unique designs. One of its standout bags is the Petite Malle metallic fur purse from the Cruise 2015 collection.
The brand’s original Maison trunks inspired this new design, reimagined as smaller bags with exquisite metallic finishes. This purse is one of the most expensive pieces in the collection, with a price tag of $34,000!
Louis Vuitton’s Petite Malle metallic fur clutch
3. Reese Witherspoon Styles the Marsala Bally Sommet Fold Tote
Pantone has already announced that Rose Quartz and Serenity are THE colors of 2016, but it was all about Marsala last year.
Reese Witherspoon pairs her chic Marsala-colored Bally Sommet Fold tote with Saint Laurent Chelsea boots in Beverly Hills (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
Legally Blonde actress Reese Witherspoon showed some love for Pantone’s 2015 color by carrying a Marsala-colored tote that matched her sweater. The bag is a tri-tone Bally Sommet Fold tote priced at around $1,600.
Reese Witherspoon effortlessly carries the versatile and stylish Bally Sommet tote bag (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
4. Katy Perry’s Moschino Pump Bag: A Quirky Fashion Statement
As a fan of quirky style, Katy Perry enjoys being photographed wearing exciting fashion pieces. At last year’s Moschino spring/summer show, the pop star wore a head-to-toe Moschino ensemble to pay tribute to the brand.
Katy Perry is making a bold statement at the 88 Pitti Uomo Men’s Fashion Show with her Moschino ensemble and pump bag (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
We love her Moschino pump bag, which seems perfect for carrying with this outfit.
Katy Perry elevates her look with the playful and unique Moschino pump bag (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
5. The Ralph Lauren Ricky Tote: Classic Style Loved by Celebrities
It is understated but still elegant. Last year, the Ralph Lauren “Ricky” tote was spotted in the arms of many celebrities, including Emmy Rossum and Jessica Alba.
Emmy Rossum showcases her classic and elegant Ralph Lauren ‘Ricky’ tote in West Hollywood (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
It’s obvious why this tote is loved by many—it features a classic silhouette, comes in various color options, and is more affordable than other designer bags.
Ralph Lauren “Ricky 33” Soft Calfskin Satchel Bag in Royal, $2,500
6. Poppy Delevingne Rocks a Mini Chanel Purse at London Fashion Week
Style diva Poppy Delevingne is always on point with her fashion choices, from outfits to bags and accessories.
Poppy Delevingne adds a touch of elegance with her mini Chanel purse at the House of Holland show, London Fashion Week (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
She was spotted carrying a lovely mini Chanel purse during last year’s London Fashion Week — a great bag choice, especially since mini and micro purses were a major trend in 2015.
Poppy Delevingne complements her chic look with a charming mini Chanel purse (Credit: WENN / MONEY$HOT / KIKA / Daniel Deme / Derek Jarvis)
7. Christian Louboutin’s Lucky L Hobo Bag: Edgy, Spiked, and Sold Out
Like Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin has also been upgrading its handbag game. One of its best releases for Fall 2015 was the Lucky L Anthracite leather hobo, which features an edgy mix of studs, spikes, and fringes.
Along with the whole “Lucky L” line of handbags, this was one of the most standout statement purses of the year. Unfortunately, the collection was so popular that items quickly sold out.
Christian Louboutin’s black Lucky L hobo bag with studs, spikes, and fringes
8. Les Petits Joueurs: The “It” Brand That Took Over 2015
Last year, fashionistas — including Amal Clooney and Olivia Palermo — flocked to the new brand Les Petits Joueurs.
Les Petits Joueurs is a luxury handbag brand founded in 2013 in Florence, Italy
The new “It” brand offers quirky styles with fun statement designs and bright colorways.
Les Petits Joueurs is best known for its whimsically embellished handbags
9. Taylor Swift’s McQueen “The Box” Bag: Instagram-Approved Arm Candy
When Taylor Swift posted a photo of her beloved cat Olivia on Instagram, it also came with a gorgeous Alexander McQueen purse.
The photo instantly became popular, and bag aficionados (like us) quickly found the purse’s label. This McQueen “The Box” bag showcases simple color blocking and a modern box silhouette.
Taylor Swift’s Alexander McQueen The Box bag features a structured box shape, subtle color blocking, and stylish thin straps (Credit: Taylor Swift’s Instagram)
10. Louis Vuitton’s $55K Crocodile City Steamer: The Ultimate Luxury Tote
Along with efforts to upgrade its brand, Louis Vuitton has also been increasing its prices. Last year, the designer released its most expensive bag yet — a crocodile rendition of its City Steamer Tote. The exotic bag resembles a Birkin and carries a price tag of $55,000.
Louis Vuitton’s City Steamer tote features exotic crocodile skin, a gold LV engraved padlock, a detachable leather name tag, and a removable strap