In its heyday, Dior’s Saddle Bag was one of the most popular bags of the mid-2000s. Easily recognizable due to its iconic shape, short shoulder strap and bold hardware, the Saddle was beloved by celebs and tPF members alike. Unsurprisingly, when vintage-inspired bags began trending a couple of years ago, Dior dug into its archives and blessed us with the ultimate revival. The Saddle Bag returned in full force for its fall 2018 collection, hitting stores in the summer of 2018. The Saddle Bag returned to the fashion scene hard and instantly its comeback was a hit.
Nearly identical to the original, Dior did make a couple of changes by adding a magnetic snap closure instead of the previous velcro. Additionally, by styling the bag with longer shoulder straps (sold separately) the bag is more functional and consumer friendly. Originally re-released in smooth calfskin and Dior’s classic Oblique jacquard canvas, the Saddle has since been introduced in various other versions from patent leather and monochromatic matte leather to camouflage canvas and satin. Also introduced in a belt bag style for spring 2019, the Saddle Bag is as beloved as ever. Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to the very many options available. If you’ve got your eye on this bag we’ve got the details you need to pick the perfect Saddle for you.
Dior Saddle Bag
Introduced: Original – Spring 2000, Re-Issue – Fall 2018
Sizes Currently Available: Saddle Belt Pouch, Saddle Mini and Saddle
Most Recent Price Increase: October 2019
Retailers: Dior Boutiques, Dior.com and store-in-store locations only. Pre-loved: Fashionphile, Vestiaire Collective, StockX
Sizes
Dior Saddle Belt Pouch
Dimensions: 6.7″L x 7.9″W x 1″D
Pricing: $1,900 in Ultra Matte, $1,650 in Oblique Canvas, $2,000 in Oblique Embroidered Canvas, $2,200 in Camouflage Embroidered Canvas
Dior Saddle Mini
Dimensions: 7.1″L x 8.3″W x 2″D
Pricing: $2,700 in Calfskin and Oblique Canvas, $2,950 in Satin, Velvet and Ultra Matte
Dior Saddle
Dimensions: 8″L x 10″W x 2.6″D
Pricing: $3,350 in Calfskin and Oblique Canvas, $3,600 in Ultra Matte, $3,700 in Denim Canvas and Oblique Embroidered Canvas, $3,900 in Camouflage Embroidered Canvas and Oblique Embossed Smooth Calfskin, $4,100 in Camouflage Embroidered Canvas with Multi-Color Flowers
Leathers and Materials
Common and Seasonal Colors
Hardware and Finishes
Alternate Views
Does anyone know how to get replacement CD hardware for the strap? Mine broke off.
Check with Christian Dior but if they cannot help, check this place out I have used them to repair high end bags, maybe they can help: https://www.ragobrothers.com/
Thank you for the great suggestion.
I’ve been wanting a saddle bag for quite some time but every time I try one on it just looks awkward. It looks like it looks better on one side of my body sometimes. Also the strap (at the cost of $1500!) makes the bag look odd too because the shoulder strap doesn’t lie flat.
I’m interested in the white ultra matte. Does anyone know if the white is as white as a cotton shirt or slightly off white?