A few years ago I got a Chloé Georgia Bag as a gift and I immediately fell in love with its unique shape and details. While the Georgia Bag wasn’t a huge hit for the brand, and I eventually did sell mine (it was blue and I barely used it), I often think about that bag. If it had been black, tan or even a nice red I would have never parted with it. Something about the shape was just so different and I liked how it was both linear and curved at the same time. And while the half-moon shaped bag is nothing new, it’s seriously underrated in my opinion.
The half-moon bag is a great alternative to the circle bag trend, which is everywhere this spring. And while there are plenty of half-moon bags on the market right now, I can’t help but wonder why the half-moon shape isn’t a full fledged trend. Chloé‘s Nile Bag is an incredibly popular example of this bag, and Wandler has a whole line-up of half-moon bags—I think they are on to something. It’s interesting that many of the half-moon bags available right now are from contemporary or more indie bag brands. Some of our favorite premier designers like Ferragamo, Loewe and Saint Laurent have caught on, but what about the other big guys (think Chanel, Gucci, Fendi etc.)? I have to wonder why they’re yet to explore this unique shape. I myself am totally here for it and below I’ve rounded up 10 styles for you shopping pleasure!
Half Moon Box Shoulder Bag ($1,350)
Wandler Billy Shoulder Bag ($850)
Marni Monile Shoulder Bag ($1,990)
A.P.C. Marion Tote ($675)
Saint Laurent Datcha Shoulder Bag ($1,690)
Loewe Gate Bag ($1,890)
JW Anderson Small Bike Bag ($1,380)
Salvatore Ferragamo Gancio City Bag ($465)
Chloé Nile Bracelet Bag ($1,490)
A.P.C. Half Moon Crossbody Bag ($435)
The utility of the JW Anderson bag really speaks to me. Love it.
Ditto!! I love the baby pink too.
I love half moon bags! I think traditionally, they’re pretty classic and preppy, as they’re inspired by saddle bags, but I love seeing all the brands’ twist on the style. I have one from Coach that I love and find so easy to use.
Love the half moon bags!! ?
What is that THING on the Marni bag? Just horrible!
Cute, but to small, and an impractical shape for books or planners i think.
I always loved the Chloe Georgia bag – it’s the one that got away for me. For some reason I’ve never pulled the trigger on a second hand one, but now I might need to revisit it!
Merchandisers hate this bag shape because the don’t stand up by themselves for display (No, REALLY!) I’ve always loved this shape since I was a kid in Colombia. The traditional bag that is still very popular there is called a carriel. Check it;
I love Chloe Georgia!!! Now you brought her back into my mind…
The Loewe Gate bag is one of the best bags in the last 5 years. Thanks JW Anderson!!!