In Beverly Hills in April 2011, Jessica Alba leaned into relaxed maternity dressing, pairing airy tunics, slim leggings, easy sandals, and elevated daytime accessories.
Jessica Alba’s Relaxed Plaid Tunic and Tkees Flip-Flops in Beverly Hills
While her soft gray Loewe “May” bag quickly became the centerpiece of these off-duty looks, her footwear choices — from barely-there Tkees flip-flops to woven Nine West raffia platforms — helped define the casual California styling she favored during her pregnancy.
Jessica Alba stylishly accessorizes with a scarf while showcasing her baby bump, exiting Barneys New York in Beverly Hills on April 26, 2011 (Credit: Mitzvah / WENN / Michael Wright)
On April 26, 2011, Alba stepped out in Beverly Hills wearing a Rails “Jaclyn” tunic with J Brand Maria high-rise leggings, pairing the monochrome layers with smoke-colored Trove Tkees flip-flops for a laid-back finish that balanced comfort and polish.
Jessica Alba paired oversized Versace sunglasses with a relaxed plaid tunic, giving her casual maternity look an easy California feel
She accessorized with oversized Versace VE 4206 sunglasses and carried the structured Loewe “May” bag in soft gray leather, a minimalist design from the Spanish house’s Spring 2011 collection that contrasted nicely with the simplicity of her flat sandals.
A close-up of Jessica Alba carrying the softly structured Loewe “May” bag in textured ivory leather, featuring the signature flap tab detail that defined the brand’s Stuart Vevers era
Jessica Alba kept her off-duty maternity style relaxed in a plaid Rails “Jaclyn” tunic, J Brand Maria high-rise leggings, and smoke-colored Trove Tkees flip-flops, finishing the look with oversized Versace sunglasses and her ivory Loewe “May” bag
Jessica Alba’s Breezy White Dress and Raffia Platform Sandals in Westwood
Two days later in Westwood, Alba styled the same Loewe bag with a breezy white dress and Nine West “Pawla” raffia platforms, showing how woven wedges and textured accessories became recurring elements in her warm-weather maternity wardrobe.
Jessica Alba styled her ivory Loewe “May” bag with a flowing embroidered dress and stacked bangles, letting the softly structured leather tote add polish to her relaxed bohemian look
The Loewe “May” bag seen on Jessica Alba was introduced during Stuart Vevers’ tenure as Loewe’s creative director, a period that helped redefine the Spanish house’s modern leather identity before the arrival of later icons like the Puzzle and Hammock bags.
Part of the brand’s Spring 2011 collection, the softly structured silhouette balanced the polish of a classic satchel with the practicality of an oversized everyday tote, making it especially appealing for off-duty celebrity styling at the time.
Jessica Alba arrived at Poko Event Production Studios in Westwood on April 28, 2011, wearing a breezy embroidered white dress styled with towering Nine West “Pawla” raffia platforms, oversized Versace sunglasses, and her softly structured Loewe “May” bag (Credit: Mitzvah / WENN / Michael Wright)
Defined by its subtly flared “winged” sides and clean architectural lines, the design reflected the understated luxury that dominated early 2010s fashion. The bag’s most recognizable detail was the vertical front tab, often finished in crocodile-embossed or exotic leather textures that added contrast to the otherwise minimalist shape.
True to Loewe’s heritage as one of Spain’s premier leather houses, many versions were crafted in supple nappa or textured calfskin with discreet gold-tone hardware and a lightly embossed Anagram logo rather than overt branding.
A detailed view of the sophisticated Loewe ‘May’ Bag from the Spring 2011 Collection
Jessica Alba’s styling highlighted another reason the May bag became popular during the era: functionality. With sturdy top handles, an optional shoulder strap, and a spacious interior, the design worked equally well as a polished day bag or an elevated carryall during pregnancy and travel.
Jessica Alba’s soft ivory Loewe “May” bag features the softly structured silhouette and understated leather craftsmanship that defined the Spanish house’s Stuart Vevers era
Although the Loewe “May” bag is no longer in production, it has developed a quiet following among vintage collectors in 2026 for its refined “old money” aesthetic and connection to the pre-Jonathan Anderson Loewe era.
Originally retailing for roughly $2,500 to $2,800, pre-owned versions now typically surface on luxury resale platforms in the $450 to $900 range, depending on the leather finish and condition.
More Loewe Fashion Moments Worth Revisiting
Jessica Alba’s softly structured “May” bag captured a quieter chapter in Loewe’s design history, long before the house became known for viral Puzzle bags and sculptural runway accessories. From experimental heels to dramatic red-carpet gowns, Loewe has continued to evolve while maintaining its distinctive focus on craftsmanship and silhouette.
👠 Explore Loewe Shoes, Bags & Sculptural Fashion Moments:
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- 🎀 Ariana Grande’s custom Loewe gown and white Toy pumps bring the label’s sculptural footwear language to a soft pink red-carpet look.
- 🎬 Zoe Saldaña’s Loewe Fall 2017 press-tour look pairs experimental tailoring with classic black Christian Louboutin pumps.
- 🌴 Aubrey Plaza’s Cannes Loewe gown contrasts sculptural red-carpet dressing with hidden silver Casadei platform sandals.