GucciIt is Jackie, Diane And Bit the bags have all seen a resurgence in recent years – thanks in part to the brand’s reissues of them ancient styles. A design that hasn’t yet made a comeback? The Indy, first launched by the Italian fashion house in 2006, under the direction of Frida Giannini.

However, a revival could be envisaged, with Elf Geldof – a style arbiter during the sleazy indie era – revealing she has started using her Indy bag again, after rediscovering its white version during a recent move. “He lived in a random box for a decade and now he’s living his life,” she said. The closet summaryBritish Vogue‘s podcast that dives into the stories behind our clothes. “This is truly the pinnacle of Mischa Barton. I think she was probably the spokesperson for this bag.

Jennifer Lopez with her silver Gucci Indy bag in 2007.

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Gossip GirlSerena van der Woodsen, played by Blake Lively, with a zebra version.

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Indeed, the Indy – with its curved silhouette and pom-poms, as well as a stiff plated grip inspired by a race car steering wheel – was often seen on Barton’s arm in the early 2000s. Among other fans included people like Jennifer LopezEva Longoria, Lindsay Lohan and Gossip GirlSerena van der Woodsen, all of whom were won over by the cooler younger sister of classics like the Jackie and the Diana. “For me, the Indy bag embodies the fundamental characteristics of the Gucci woman: sensuality and strength,” Giannini said of the style, which was named after the Indy racing cars at the time.

Given that the design also draws inspiration from the bohemian vibe of the Aughts, it would make sense for the Indy to enjoy another moment in the sun. “The Gucci Indy bag is definitely seeing a resurgence, benefiting from the current interest in nostalgic designs,” Rachel Reavley, I almost never wore it», declares the strategic partner and advisor of . “It reflects a slightly bohemian and trendy style.”

Embellished versions of the Indy are proving particularly popular at the moment, like the purple and red embroidered style that Barton was photographed with, while Gossip Girl Serena’s zebra Indy is perfectly aligned with another. bag trend of the moment. Feeling a little less adventurous? There are plenty of neutral options for those looking for a more wearable everyday staple. Below see VogueThe selection of the best vintage Indy bags of the moment.