“It Bags” and Heritage Pieces Are Making a Comeback

Fashion is feeling nostalgic this year. Designers and shoppers are returning to early 2000s favorites, archival silhouettes, and revived classics that feel familiar but still fresh. Three of the standout comebacks sit at the intersection of art, heritage, and Y2K culture.

First is Louis Vuitton’s Takashi Murakami collaboration, which reshaped the idea of a luxury handbag collection. The partnership gave us three major releases that continue to drive interest in the resale market today: the vivid Monogram Multicolore line, the playful Cherry Blossom pieces, and the ultra collectible Panda designs. Each one blends LV’s classic monogram with Murakami’s signature pop-art style, and all three feel just as relevant in 2025 as they did when they first launched.

Alongside Murakami’s work, the Fendi Spy Bag has returned as a favorite for buyers who want a roomy, soft, and slightly dramatic everyday bag. Its slouchy silhouette, hidden compartments, and instantly recognizable shape make it a perfect example of the kind of bold early 2000s design that is back in rotation.

Rounding out this heritage wave, CELINE released the Large Smiling New Luggage, an ode to the Phantom Luggage. These structured, travel-inspired designs offer clean lines, strong shapes, and understated branding, which is exactly what modern quiet luxury shoppers are searching for.

If you are building a collection around this nostalgic moment, check out our Speedy 30 and Pochette Cles Coin Purse.

Resale and Pre-Owned Luxury Hit the Mainstream

Resale officially moved from “alternative option” to “smartest way to shop luxury” in 2025. Buyers are choosing pre-owned pieces for sustainability, craftsmanship, and long-term value, not just for a discount.

Bags like this authenticated pre-owned designer bag show why. Shoppers love getting high-end luxury without the retail markup, along with transparency and professional authentication.

Quiet Luxury and Under-the-Radar Elegance Took Over

This year brought a clear shift away from loud logos. Buyers are choosing supple leathers, understated silhouettes, neutral tones, and pieces that feel refined, polished, and easy to wear.

If you have something like this neutral, minimalist epi leather backpack, it fits the 2025 aesthetic perfectly. Quiet luxury is still going strong, and the demand for wearable everyday pieces keeps growing.

Bigger and More Practical Bags Replaced Micro-Bags

The micro-bag era has passed. Shoppers now want space, structure, and functionality. Roomy totes, structured top handles, slouchy carryalls, and messenger hybrids defined the year.

Bags like this spacious Neverfull PM tote speak to buyers who want practicality without giving up a sense of luxury.

Authentication and Transparency Became Non-Negotiable

With resale booming, buyers expect honesty and professionalism. Accurate condition descriptions, clear photos, authentication certificates, and full disclosure on wear are no longer nice to have. They are required.

You can highlight that commitment to trust with pieces like this authenticated classic CHANEL bag. Clear grading and detailed product pages help buyers feel confident and informed when they check out.

Investment Bags Still Matter, but the List Is Evolving

Buyers still care about value retention, but the idea of what makes a bag “investment worthy” has expanded. Alongside the classic names, collectible vintage, limited editions, and quiet luxury pieces have moved into the spotlight.

If you have something like this Evelyn Mini in a rare sought after color Vert Moyen, can be positioned as a smart, long-term buy for someone who is thinking beyond one season.

The Takeaway for 2025 and Beyond

2025 made one thing very clear. Luxury handbags are evolving quickly, and buyers want authenticity, sustainability, practicality, and real value. The resale market is leading that change and setting expectations for what modern luxury shopping is supposed to feel like.

At Reluxe Vault, we curate pieces that reflect what shoppers are looking for now. Every bag is authenticated, honestly described, and chosen for its long-lasting potential, whether you are buying your first designer piece or adding to a growing collection.