Quirky, Bold, and Celebrity-Approved: The Rise of Les Petits Joueurs Bags

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When a fashion brand strikes the perfect balance of originality and luxury, it doesn’t take long before Hollywood’s most stylish stars take notice. That’s exactly what happened with Les Petits Joueurs, an Italian handbag label known for its bold, Lego-inspired designs.

Spotted on trendsetters like Hailee Steinfeld, Olivia Palermo, and Amal Clooney, Les Petits Joueurs bags have quickly become a must-have statement piece—playful, modern, and totally unforgettable. Whether styled with streetwear or red carpet looks, these quirky accessories are turning heads for all the right reasons.

Hailee Steinfeld turned heads in London with a graffiti-print denim jacket, leather pants, and bold red pumps, accessorized with a quirky Les Petits Joueurs “Aah” LEGO-inspired handbagHailee Steinfeld turned heads in London with a graffiti-print denim jacket, leather pants, and bold red pumps, accessorized with a quirky Les Petits Joueurs “Aah” LEGO-inspired handbag on October 1, 2015 (Credit: WENN / Mario Mitsis)

The brand’s designer and creative director, Maria Sole Cecchi, was inspired by Lego bricks.

From these colorful designs, she created playful and refreshing purses reflecting bold street style. We love these bags paired with casual outfits, but they also look great with dressier ensembles.

Hailee Steinfeld shows off her Les Petits Joueurs “Aah” shoulder bagHailee Steinfeld shows off her Les Petits Joueurs “Aah” shoulder bag (Credit: WENN / Mario Mitsis)

Hailee Steinfeld punctuated her look with a touch of the quirky accessory.

Fashion icons Olivia Palermo and Amal Clooney have both pulled off dressy looks with the brand’s most popular styles, the Mini Alex and the Alex Mondrian bags.

Michael Douglas looked dapper in a gray suit while Evangeline Lilly, glowing in a black-and-white Halston Heritage gown, accessorized with a bold Les Petits Joueurs clutch at the Ant-Man premiere in HollywoodMichael Douglas looked dapper in a gray suit while Evangeline Lilly, glowing in a black-and-white Halston Heritage gown, accessorized with a bold Les Petits Joueurs clutch at the Ant-Man premiere in Hollywood on June 29, 2015 (Credit: Apega / WENN)

Evangeline Lilly also toted a red and black Les Petits Joueurs box clutch to the premiere of Ant-Man at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.

Evangeline Lilly's black and red Les Petits Joueurs clutch with lego clasp detailEvangeline Lilly’s black and red Les Petits Joueurs clutch with Lego clasp detail (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

She showcased her baby bump in a black and white Halston Heritage one-shouldered dress, styled with Vita Fede jewelry and a Pamela Love cuff.

Founded by Italian designer Mariasole Cecchi, Les Petits Joueurs has established a bold reputation in the world of luxury fashion. Best known for its playful yet sophisticated handbags, the brand blends high fashion with a sense of fun—think bold colors, unexpected textures, and signature LEGO-inspired embellishments.

With its standout aesthetic, it’s no surprise that the brand has captured the attention of celebrities and fashion tastemakers worldwide.

Stepping Out in Style: Celebrities Who Love Les Petits Joueurs

Les Petits Joueurs has captured the attention of fashion-forward celebrities, who often showcase the brand’s playful and chic handbags. Here are some standout moments featuring Les Petits Joueurs:

Hailee Steinfeld Rocks the “Aah” Shoulder Bag

  • Event: Visit to Global House in Leicester Square, London
  • Outfit: Hailee Steinfeld paired a gray Rodarte tee with black leather trousers and a graffiti-covered denim jacket by Ksubi.
  • Footwear: She completed her look with red stiletto pumps, adding a vibrant pop of color.
  • Read more: Hailee Steinfeld’s street-chic ensemble featuring Les Petits Joueurs

Irina Shayk’s Edgy Look with Zebra-Print Mini Bag

  • Event: NYC Street Style Appearance
  • Outfit: Irina Shayk donned a Nanushka faux leather coat over a sheer Are You Am I corset, paired with Chrome Hearts jeans.
  • Footwear: She opted for Magda Butrym knee-high lace-up boots to complete her androgynous-grunge look.
  • See her style: Irina Shayk’s bold NYC street style with Les Petits Joueurs

Taraji P. Henson’s Playful Piano Clutch

Bella Thorne’s Quirky Panda Crossbody Bag

These moments highlight Les Petits Joueurs’ appeal among celebrities, offering designs that blend whimsy with sophistication.

Les Petits Joueurs is an Italian luxury brand founded in Florence in 2013Les Petits Joueurs is an Italian luxury brand founded in Florence in 2013 (Credit: Les Petits Joueurs Instagram)

The original LEGO bag was conceived by Les Petits Joueurs founder Maria Sole CecchiThe original LEGO bag was conceived by Les Petits Joueurs founder Maria Sole Cecchi (Credit: Les Petits Joueurs Instagram)

Les Petits Joueurs handbags inspired by vintage references from the 70’s and 80’sLes Petits Joueurs handbags are inspired by vintage references from the 70s and 80s (Credit: Les Petits Joueurs Instagram)

There are various fun styles to choose from. Whether you’re a tote lover or a backpack kind of girl, Les Petits Joueurs has the perfect, showstopping, multicolored purses to add a pop of color to your wardrobe.

Below are some of our favorite styles, but be prepared to do a little splurging, as these beauties are pretty expensive.

Les Petits Joueurs Alex Mini Black Widow Shoulder BagLes Petits Joueurs Alex Mini Black Widow Shoulder Bag, $980

Les Petits Joueurs Mini Alex Love Metallic Leather BagLes Petits Joueurs Mini Alex Love Metallic Leather Bag, €838

Les Petits Joueurs Big Babooshka ClutchLes Petits Joueurs Big Babooshka Clutch, $485

Les Petits Joueurs Grace "Wow" Lego Perspex ClutchLes Petits Joueurs Grace “Wow” Lego Perspex Clutch, €574

Les Petits Joueurs Mick Mini Fur-Pom Bunny BackpackLes Petits Joueurs Mick Mini Fur-Pom Bunny Backpack, $1,115