Will Balenciaga Moto Bags go back in "style" again?

[CeeJay]

I love my cities ‍♀ I’m not sure that the value is super high in resale though. Cities go on sale a lot and they have the outlets. I really love my balenciaga bags though and find myself carrying them more than my LV bags lately

I've actually checked some pre-loved websites for Bal Cities and it seems that their prices are higher than before.

For sure, the prices of pre-loved Cities have gone up .. which is great when you want to sell your bag. Is it like selling a Chanel or Hermes bag?!?! .. heck no, but at least it's a little bit better!

Balenciaga is pretty much MY BRAND .. I've loved it since the original 2001 3 Flat Brass First (I have 3 of them), and while I do have my Birkins and old Classic Chanel Jumbo bags, they definitely don't see the light of day like my Balenciaga bags! Bottom line, having very bad osteoarthritis (and a bad car accident when still living in Boston), I simply cannot carry heavy bags and I really don't like having to hand-carry a bag. The weight of the Balenciaga bags have always been a MAJOR PLUS for me, and even when I was traveling to the Continent (rather frequently when working in Boston), I would use my Weekender bag and put a City or Flat Brass First bag into it (such that I could use the City every day after the travel day) and the weight was still doable! I actually found a cross-body strap for my Weekender ('05 Black 'Z' Tag), such that I could carry it crossbody on the Travel days.

I still have quite a few bags .. below is a picture of my Bal-a-Palooza Closet and in addition to the bags hung on the hangers, there are quite a few in their Dust Bags on the bottom of the closet. Yes, I will be selling some .. mostly the newer Agneau bags because I have always preferred the Chevre leather .. plus, some of the colors simply do not fit my wardrobe now.

 

[Norm.Core]

I still have quite a few bags ..

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A few bags?! It’s raining Bals in your closet! ❤️

This is one of my favourite Bal collection pics here in tPF. You are the ultimate Bal-gal Ceejay!

 

[Jujube]

Well, judging by this article...we're back in business, folks!

The Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag Is Officially Back

It was everywhere at New York Fashion Week.

www.vogue.com

"Since I first wrote about my obsession with the Balenciaga Motorcycle bag two years ago, I’ve been hoping, wishing, praying to see the ’00s It bag come back in a big way. The easy-to-wear, logoless bag has a relaxed structure that can not only withstand scuffs but is made to endure and look great with them. Everyone had it when it was released in 2001 during Nicolas Ghesquière’s tenure at the house. Former reality television star Nicole Richie had every candy-colored iteration, and the freakishly elegant French editor Emmanuelle Alt was often spotted clutching her black one. And now it’s back."

 

[Norm.Core]

It’s good that it’s back but it’s also kinda bad that it’s back.

I really like that I carry my Bals but not readily see the older moto version out in the wild. We’ll see if this gets traction or if it’s strictly carried by peeps who were always into the brand/design. I don’t know if there will be a real revival with logomania still very strong. Most Bal bags I see out there are Denma’s Bals.

 

[louisandlattes]

I’ve seen SO many more City bags recently— both in the artsier districts of DC and in NYC. This, combined with their increased resale prices and the resurgence of early 2000s trends, makes me think they’re going to make a comeback soon!

I’ve been casually shopping for a vintage City after selling my Work bag a few years ago, and I finally took the plunge this week in the hopes of beating further price increases. Can’t wait to wear it!

 

[EpiFanatic]

Kinda darn. I use my small city as a more understated bag, when I don't LV screaming from every inch of my purse. I love my speedys - don't get me wrong. But the small city is a throw around kinda bag that I use without worry.

 

[EpiFanatic]

Does that mean the Bal messenger bags are coming back too? I have hoarded 3 really big slung over the body ones that I still love.

 

[Conni618]

Well, judging by this article...we're back in business, folks!

The Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag Is Officially Back

It was everywhere at New York Fashion Week.

www.vogue.com

"Since I first wrote about my obsession with the Balenciaga Motorcycle bag two years ago, I’ve been hoping, wishing, praying to see the ’00s It bag come back in a big way. The easy-to-wear, logoless bag has a relaxed structure that can not only withstand scuffs but is made to endure and look great with them. Everyone had it when it was released in 2001 during Nicolas Ghesquière’s tenure at the house. Former reality television star Nicole Richie had every candy-colored iteration, and the freakishly elegant French editor Emmanuelle Alt was often spotted clutching her black one. And now it’s back."

Enjoyed reading this article! Thanks for sharing it!

 

[CeeJay]

Well, judging by this article...we're back in business, folks!

The Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag Is Officially Back

It was everywhere at New York Fashion Week.

www.vogue.com

"Since I first wrote about my obsession with the Balenciaga Motorcycle bag two years ago, I’ve been hoping, wishing, praying to see the ’00s It bag come back in a big way. The easy-to-wear, logoless bag has a relaxed structure that can not only withstand scuffs but is made to endure and look great with them. Everyone had it when it was released in 2001 during Nicolas Ghesquière’s tenure at the house. Former reality television star Nicole Richie had every candy-colored iteration, and the freakishly elegant French editor Emmanuelle Alt was often spotted clutching her black one. And now it’s back."

What they DON'T say in this article, is that if you want one of the "Motorcycle" bags, it will have to be pre-owned .. because the house of Balenciaga & Demna has made it very clear, that the "Neo-Classic" bag is the replacement for the Motorcycle style and that the older version is no longer being made. Many of the pictures seem to show the Flat Brass First Models (which I do love), which are even harder to get (unfortunately)!

 

[louisandlattes]

What they DON'T say in this article, is that if you want one of the "Motorcycle" bags, it will have to be pre-owned .. because the house of Balenciaga & Demna has made it very clear, that the "Neo-Classic" bag is the replacement for the Motorcycle style and that the older version is no longer being made. Many of the pictures seem to show the Flat Brass First Models (which I do love), which are even harder to get (unfortunately)!

I have noticed recently that major fashion houses have been reviving/reintroducing previous designs with great success (Gucci’s Jackie and Diana bags, Louis Vuitton’s redesign of the Noe, etc.). I would love for Balenciaga to follow suit and return the original motorcycle bags to shelves!

 

[Norm.Core]

I was at Balenciaga Sydney recently and was carrying my 03 PH Black City. One of the fun SAs there who is 23 complimented it and told me his mom also had the old moto-bags.

He did say the old-school Bals are having a resurgence but I think it’s full-steam ahead for Denma’s babies... Neo, Hourglass and Le Cagole. I didn’t really see any mini-Cities on the shop floor and they’re all about the Neo version. Denma has moved onwards and upwards and I would be surprised if we see the motorcycle bags offered again. (It may happen when he’s no longer at the helm and there’s another head designer for the brand...)

 

[CeeJay]

I have noticed recently that major fashion houses have been reviving/reintroducing previous designs with great success (Gucci’s Jackie and Diana bags, Louis Vuitton’s redesign of the Noe, etc.). I would love for Balenciaga to follow suit and return the original motorcycle bags to shelves!

SAME here!!! .. but Demna seems to have fought the 'old' styles tooth & nail, so the Parent Company (and Investors) would have to convince him to do something like this. My concern; however, is that they will not use Chevre leather and that they will not put the truly "original" designs back on the bag - for instance: mirror with the back pocket, provide additional tassels, etc. I have said for some time (just kind of wondering), if the removal of the City style was deliberate in such that they could then do a .. let's say "20-Year Retrospective" and then charge BIG-BUCKS for the items?!?! .. we'll see!

 

[cakeymakeybakey]

Vogue has been all over Bal bags lately. Here's a piece published today talking about their popularity at fashion events recently: Why I Fell in Love with Retro 'It' Bags This Year

"One of the bags I’ve fanned over the most is the Balenciaga Motorcycle bag (or the City bag), which was most popular in the early ’00s. While I have been heralding its comeback since 2019, it was fully embraced by industry people this past Fashion Week. Writer Taylore Scarabelli opted for a worn black iteration; stylist Marc Eram carried a tropical turquoise one on his arm; photographer Aidan Doyle slung a large black version across her body, stuffed with camera equipment; and fashion editor Nikki Ogunnaike was a beacon to street style photographers with a cherry red version. Its comeback is red hot."

 

[A2wonbaby]

I just bought my first balenciaga and it’s on its way from fashionphile. During it’s heyday I wasn’t willing to make the investment, but always liked them and would almost purchase. I’m so appalled by the cost of bags these days that I started looking at old styles that still appealed to me. The smaller bags seem more current. I got a 2006 First. After seeing the mini city seem to come back, I thought the prices might start to go up. Also quality leather is always nice to me. I’m in my forties and I feel it would be a nice bag for my daughter to use later bc it’s iconic.

 

[strawberrylime]

I’ve definitely seen plenty of Insta influencers with what looks like preowned City and First bags from the 00s. I think the revival is catching on for sure, although still seems more niche than other famous 00s bags that have made a return to popularity.