· CELINE New Luggage Small Handbag ·

CELINE’s Spring 2026 collection introduces the newNew Luggagehandbag, a reimagining of the 2010Phantom Luggagesmiley bag with a fresh horizontal silhouette and soft lambskin leather. Its compact, dainty shape pairs with the iconic zip pocket for an elegant yet effortless look.

· Design Inspiration ·

ThePhantom Luggagewas designed by Phoebe Philo in 2010, its distinctive wave-like lines inspired by theMistralbag created by founder Céline Vipiana in 1969. The newNew Luggageis the first handbag by current creative directorMichael Rider, debuted on the Spring 2026 runway, reinterpreting a house archive piece through a modern lens.

Michael Rider spent a decade at Old Céline under Phoebe Philo as ready-to-wear design director. He then served as creative director of Polo Ralph Lauren from 2018, left in late May 2024, and succeeded Hedi Slimane as CELINE’s new creative director in 2025.

Michael Rider | Fashion Designer | Nationality: American | Education: Brown University | Former: Céline Ready-to-Wear Design Director (2008–2018), Polo Ralph Lauren Creative Director (2018–2024) | Current: CELINE Creative Director (2025–present)

“Clothing can extend life, becoming part of the wearer’s story. It freezes a moment while also narrating years of gestures, occasions, and changes—past, present, and future, memory, utility, and fantasy. It is life itself.”

His debut collection blends Phoebe Philo’s minimalist aesthetic, Hedi Slimane’s rock edge, and Michael Rider’s own American preppy style. Dramatic rings, necklaces, and brooches draw from theBourgeoisstyle championed by founder Céline Vipiana, injecting vitality into the lineup.

· Horizontal Silhouette ·

The biggest difference between theNew Luggageand the original smiley bag is its widened East-West shape and use of lightweight leather. The bag becomes soft and airy, shifting from a sharp, professional OL style to a relaxed, French nonchalance—as if ready to sit down at a sidewalk café and pull out a book for a leisurely pause.

The bag’s angular, “square-face” structure is replaced by soft, flowing piped edges. The signature wave-like lines on the sides evolve from three-dimensional convex forms to a single, flat seam. The horizontal silhouette and casually dangling zipper give a very relaxed, comfortable look.

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· Lightweight Leather ·

The new smiley bag is crafted from smooth, supple, glossylambskin leatherwith a warm, softsplit cowhide lining. It’s significantly lighter than the original, making the compact shape and soft leather even more convenient for daily use.

The top features azipper closureunder a short flap—like a smiley with bangs—adorable and more secure. The combination of light tan leather and gold hardware is classic and timeless, perfect for both daily commutes and casual outfits. Metal feet allow the bag to stand upright steadily and protect the bottom from wear.

· What Fits Inside? ·

Thesmall New Luggagewe’re featuring measures38.5x11.5x16.5cm, ideal for petite frames.

The tubular leather handles are comfortable and clean, and the bag comes with adetachable, adjustable strap(44–50.5cm drop) for shoulder or crossbody wear.

The front zip pocket opens, but only fits about a key—more decorative than functional.

The small smiley bag has plenty of room for daily essentials. We packed a pen case, notebook, phone, tissues, scarf, keys, perfume, earbuds, and lipstick, using only about half the space.

· Fashion Look ·

CELINE New Luggage Small Handbag| Designer: Michael Rider | Dimensions: 38.5cm W x 16.5cm H x 11.5cm D | Weight: 615g | Retail price ¥27,500

CELINE is a renowned French fashion house founded in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, now part of the LVMH group. Since February 2018, Hedi Slimane has served as Artistic, Creative, and Image Director, expanding into menswear. since 1945 from Paris