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The flashy (and, at times, gaudy) side of the aughts made a grand return.
Photographed by Robert Fairer, Vogue, January 2004
But largely ignored were the more subdued and polished wares of the decade.
Not everything was Paris Hiltoncoded; the era did have some sleek and sophisticated offerings.
The bowler bag first had a major runway moment when Prada debuted a luxe versions on thespring 2000 catwalk.
Prada spring 2000
The eye-catching bags featured a curved shape and elongated top-handle straps, with perforated detailing and star designs.
Today, theres something about the 2000s bowler that still feels fresh.
Miu Miu also showed understated leather bowling styles in its recentfall 2024 collection.
Dior fall 2001
In many ways, the bowling bag ticks all the right boxes for a hot bagnow.
Plus, we all have to schlep around more things than everchargers!
A bowling bag is quite literally built to transport heavy things, making it a perfect commuter bag.
Miu Miu fall 2024
I just went back to the source, and scored an authentic 2000s Prada style on eBay.
(There is a gold mine of options there, FYI.)
Its officially my new fall go-to.
