MENSWEAR'S BIGGEST TREND IS STILL BAGS

Everyone, and we mean everyone, from Harry Styles to Justin Bieber, Jacob Elordi to A$AP Rocky, supermodels to super-athletes, has been spotted carrying the ultimate accessory of the moment: the bag. The “man-bag” may have been immortalised in a Friends episode back in 1999, but let’s be clear: men have been carrying bags for centuries. What’s changed is the narrative. No longer a punchline, the bag has become a power move, an It-boy staple.

By the time the 2025 Super Bowl rolled around, the age of the power bag had truly arrived, cosigned by musicians, actors, athletes, and influencers alike.

So, who’s flying the flag highest for men with bags?

A$AP Rocky

Never one to shy away from a statement, Rocky was recently seen carrying the Celine SS26 Phantom bag, proving that hip-hop’s reigning fashion king always stays ahead of the curve.

Harry Styles

Bigger is better, and Styles makes the case with his Miu Miu SS24 weekender. Think Birkin-sized proportions, roadtrip-ready glamour, and a wink to old-school rockstar luggage.

Central Cee

It’s not just about what’s new off the runway. Central Cee reached into the archives for a Chanel SS15 Graffiti Messenger bag, showing that men with bags know their fashion history as well as their trends.

Jacob Elordi

You can’t talk about men with bags without mentioning Hollywood’s tallest It-boy. His collection is practically a love letter to Bottega Veneta - oversized Andiamo totes, woven leather clutches, and all the quiet luxury vibes we can handle.

Lionel Messi

Even football’s GOAT isn’t above the ultimate fashion flex. Messi was spotted with a cargo Birkin - a rare, ultra-functional twist on Hermès’ most legendary silhouette, proving that sporting greatness pairs perfectly with luxury heritage.

Justin Bieber

From oversized hoodies to oversized bags, Bieber brings his laid-back energy to the Hermès Birkin. It’s casual, it’s elevated, and it cements the Birkin as more than just a trophy - it’s a lifestyle.

Timothée Chalamet

Couture meets cool. Timothée has been seen carrying Chanel, weaving the house’s storied femininity into his own red-carpet fluidity. A reminder that style, like talent, knows no boundaries.

Christopher Briney

And last but certainly not least, man-of-the-moment Christopher Briney carried a Balmain Resort '26 collection crocodile clutch bag. Bold, yes. Iconic, also yes.

The message couldn’t be clearer: the bag is no longer gendered, gimmicked, or “borrowed from the girls”. It’s the defining accessory of modern masculinity - whether that means a Birkin on Messi’s arm, Bieber’s off-duty Hermès, or Chalamet’s red-carpet Chanel.

At Rewind, we see it play out first-hand: the most confident collectors, men and women, are investing in pieces with heritage, personality, and resale strength. The real power isn’t just in carrying the bag, but in choosing one with story, craft, and staying power. Ready to find yours?

Explore Rewind’s edit of pre-loved icons, from archive Chanel messengers to Birkin-sized weekender bags. Carry it like an It-boy; keep it like a collector.