Throwback Thursday: Celebs and Their Gucci Horsebit Bags

Before the Horsebit 1955, stars loved these classic carryalls

These days when you think Horsebit, your handbag-loving brain likely conjures up images of the must-have favorite from the House of Gucci at the moment, the Gucci Horsebit 1955 Shoulder Bag. Everyone from celebs and influencers to everyday handbag lovers, is in love with the newest addition to the Gucci family. But did you know (you probably did, let’s be honest) that the Horsebit emblem is rooted in House history and has been used on Gucci products for decades? Long before the Horsebit 1955, which was inspired by an archival design, the Horsebit detailing was used on a slew of other handbag designs. One of the most popular past designs was a very of the moment shape in the 2000s. Yes, you guessed it, I’m talking about the Gucci Horsebit Hobo, which was a favorite of celeb bag lovers like Jessica Simpson and Kim Kardashain, in addition to our very own Megs! Additionally, the Horsebit has appeared on everything from shoes, clothing, accessories, totes, satchels, and virtually any shape you can think of in past collections. Take a look below at the many Horsebit bags we spotted on our favorite celebs. Do you remember them?

Shop current Gucci Horsebit bags here!

Jessica Simpson (2004) – Gucci Horsebit Hobo


Victoria Beckham (2005) – Gucci Patent Horsebit Satchel

Jessica Alba (2008) – Gucci Horsebit Hobo

Miley Cyrus (2008 ) Gucci Horsebit Hobo

Kim Kardashian (2008) – Gucci Horsebit Hobo

Bethenny Frankel (2010) Gucci Horsebit Hobo

Florence Welch (2011) – Gucci Snaffle Bit Bag

Blake Lively (2012) – Gucci Park Avenue Horsebit Tote

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Jaime

Didn’t even recognize Kim K…like who is the pretty woman in comparison to today. But I did love a big bag back then (and hoping they continue to come back today).

Jettsam

Looks like pre-butt and facial work days

Sajid Bin Mohammad

Someone’s coming to grab Miley’s bag…

butterbox

Everybody has changed so much! LOL @ Victoria Beckham’s outfit and bag.

butterbox

I really like the size and texture of Jessica Alba’s bag and I really love the retro feel of Florence’s should bag too.

Passerine

I recently purchased this crocodile version of Victoria Beckham’s bag. My first all exotic bag; it is in pristine condition, looks and feels almost brand new. Need to do a TPF reveal soon.
https://www.labellov.com/gucci-black-croco-wave-boston-bag

Edia

Bethenny Frankelstein

koko

I recently thrifted a horsebit bag with a handle exactly like that but in a mini size. I can’t seem to find anything like it on the web to identify it 😔 can anyone help me please

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