Twenty years after its debut in the Chloé S/S 05 show by Phoebe Philo, the Paddington bag is back. The iconic handbag returned on the runway in Chemena Kamali's autumn and winter 2025 collection and will be making its official return later this year, and in-the-know shoppers can already join the wait list for the reissued Paddington bags at Chloé. While we await the rerelease of the cult padlock bag and its renewed meteoric rise, it's also prime time to snap up vintage styles.
We're in the midst of a nostalgia-fueled moment in fashion, and it's ushering in the rise of archival styles, so it makes sense that Chloé would bring back one of its most beloved handbags to mark its 20th anniversary. After its original release, it was carried by It girls of the aughts, including Lindsay Lohan and Mischa Barton, and in 2025, it will be tucked under the arms of a new set of insiders. The allure of the Paddington is only set to rise, so I researched the best vintage styles on the market for those who want to add the cult style back into their closets immediately. Ahead, shop the original Chloé Paddington bag before it takes off as one of the biggest designer investment bags of 2025.
The Original Debut of the Chloé Paddington in 2005
The Chloé Paddington bag was debuted on the brand's S/S 05 runway. The cult handbag went on to be one of the most popular styles of the decade.
The Reissue of the Chloé Paddington on the Autumn/Winter 2025 Runway
Showgoers were buzzing about the rerelease of the Chloé Paddington bag when it hit the runway at the French fashion house's A/W 25 show. Kamali brought the original back with some updates, including furry bag charms.
Shop the Chloé Paddington Bag:
The It-bag that defined the decade: dark tones, chunky lock, serious throwback feel.
Feeling blue? This one's the mood-boosting icon you didn't know your wardrobe needed.
Two ways to wear it, endless ways to style it—functional and fabulous.
Think vintage vibes meets rich leather goodness. This one ages like wine.
Oversized and overachieving: throw in your whole life and still look polished.
It's giving 2005 runway in the best possible way. Classic, but with edge.
Main character moment: metallic khaki sheen + retro charm = pure fashion drama.
The tote version was also a fan favourite.
Cool, quiet luxury before it was a TikTok trend.
Understated glam Gold accents—it just works.
A colour very much trending in 2025.
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