There’s nothing like the lore of a vintage bag that signals a subtle ‘if you know you know’ to clued up passersby, and in the midst of the ‘ boho chic’ revival , the Chloé Paddington is exactly that. One of my favourite features of the bag is its ability to evoke visible flashbacks in the eyes of millennial fashion veterans. Over 10 years after its debut, the signature lock and key is back and the style is seemingly immortal.
The best spring outfit inspiration we spotted at fashion month Boho style makes a comeback: 15 pieces to add to your wardrobe now Often described as the original It-girl bag, the Chloé Paddington was the arm candy of choice for Y2K-loving A-listers. From Sienna Miller to Halle Berry, the style garnered a cult-like following following its release in spring/summer 2004, selling a grand total of 8,000 pieces before even making it to stores. This Paris Fashion Week, Chemena Kamali reissued the beloved boho bag and - without any knowledge of its planned runway comeback - I donned my ice blue vintage Paddington to attend shows that day.
I assumed the feeling was similar to sporting your favourite team’s jersey, on their home turf, after a big win. Kamali's reissued design was married with an on-trend, slouchy It-girl silhouette and bag charms that stayed true to the brand’s bohemian feel. Fluffy key chain details were key, further demonstrating how seamlessly the DIY aesthetic slips into current trends.
With the imminent return of ‘boho chi.