As the old saying goes, two is a coincidence but three is a trend. As of now, we’ve recently spotted two lovely models carrying the exact same Mansur Gavriel bag. Last week, it seemed like the random whim of Gigi Hadid, but this week, Karlie Kloss is also carrying the Lady Bag. This might be a coincidence–after all, the brand has a Soho pop-up boutique open right now, which makes it easier than ever for downtown Manhattan residents to buy the brand’s bags. Or, it might be more purposeful–we’ll wait to see if any more of these bags pop up, but we know that free celebrity handbags are among the favorite topics of reader conspiracy theories. Meanwhile, celebs are dragging out some of their most exquisite designer totes for holiday travel.
Alessandra Ambrosio
Hermès Evelyne Bag
Lo and behold, Alessandra Ambrosio has swapped out her Birkins for this Hermès Evelyne Bag this week. Alessandra has been on a serious Birkin kick, but she was recently spotted carrying this bag while doing a little shopping in LA.
Gigi Hadid
Mansur Gavriel Lady Bag
$895 via Net-a-Porter
Here’s Gigi Hadid, leaving her apartment in NYC with the aforementioned black leather Mansur Gavriel Lady Bag, which we saw her carrying last week as well.
Karlie Kloss
Mansur Gavriel Lady Bag
$895 via Net-a-Porter
And here’s Karlie Kloss, leaving her West Village apartment with the same bag as Gigi.
Kate Beckinsale
Givenchy Pandora Bag
$1,940 via Net-a-Porter
Meanwhile, at LAX, Kate Beckinsale is rich and established enough to carry whatever she wants, regardless of the whims of brands. This week she has smartly chosen a washed sheepskin leather Givenchy Pandora Bag.
Kenya Moore
Chanel Wallet on Chain Bag
Chanel Flap Bag
Shop Chanel via Vestiaire Collective
Speaking of sheepskin, Real Housewife Kenya Moore is currently favoring this deep red puffy lambskin version of the Chanel Wallet on Chain Bag. It takes up a lot more visual real estate than the regular version.
Lily Tomlin
MICHAEL Michael Kors Jet Set Tote
$298 via Macy’s
Here’s a definite PurseBlog first: it’s freaking Lily Tomlin, carrying a smart natural leather MICHAEL Michael Kors Jet Set Tote at LAX, where she is actively jet-setting.
Reese Witherspoon
Saint Laurent Monogramme Matelasse Crossbody Bag
$2,590 via Barneys
Paps recently caught up with a festive-looking Reese Witherspoon and her husband at Brentwood Country Mart, one of the preferred grocery shopping spots of the stars. Reese is carrying a Saint Laurent Monogramme Matelasse Crossbody Bag.
Tara Lipinski
Valentino Rockstud Tote
Shop Valentino Bags via Neiman Marcus
Here’s gymnastics champ and sports commentator Tara Lipinski, trying to wield all of her luggage through LAX and have a phone conversation. Nearby, a bunch of (presumably) grown men stand around and take photos of this event for posterity. Tara is carrying a bright green Valentino Rockstud Tote.
Tara is a figure skating champ, not a gymnastics champion.
The Brentwood Country Mart is not a grocery store! It is a collection of boutique stores and there are some great spots to eat.
I think the people at Mansur Gavriel just send celebs their bags or several of the style they want to push — and voila there they are on Gigi and Karlie. These girls don’t need to shop.
i have the lady bag in black with gold interior and it’s honestly one of my favorite bags I’ve ever owned. Highly recommend! Its so lightweight. It’s perfect!! 🙂
I am the proud owner of the large Lady Bag in Black/Flamma and a mini Lady Bag in Rosa. They are my absolute favorites!
I know everybody hates on Michael Kors, but I like the Michael Kors Jet Set bags. They have classic lines and are sturdy and practical.
Although I despise Kors, thank you for including Lilly Tomlin!
Of course Kenya Moore has 4 carry on items while the rest of us try to adhere to the limit of 2 – rules don’t apply to her and neither does hogging overhead bin space