When it comes to designer bags, our wish list is as long as the arms we’d dutifully carry them on. Of course, brands like Bottega Veneta, The Row and Loewe feature prolifically on it, as do new-wave labels such as Khaite and Wandler. But the design house that claims the most spots on that list has to be Chloé.
Relatively speaking, Chloé hasn’t been in the bag-making game all that long. Its foray into arm-candy territory came in 2005 when it debuted the Paddington, a gold padlock-adorned leather tote, which sold out its first run of 8000 handbags before a single one even hit the boutique shelves, breaking retail records.
Fast-forward almost two decades later, and the French fashion powerhouse has bestowed us with more It bags than we can count. There’s Tess, C, Penelope, Marcie and the recent Ora, to name a few. However, back in 2021, a new style emerged that swiftly joined the illustrious ranks and has remained one of the brand’s most wanted ever since. The bag in question? The Woody, a canvas, ribbon-trimmed tote bag which has proven a huge hit amongst the style set.
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Woody Large Canvas and Leather Tote Bag
£1090
Woody is a little different from its iconic siblings. First, the bag’s not made from leather, real or faux. Instead, the original Woody’s body was constructed using a heavy-duty, durable canvas, trimmed with flashes of rust- or black-coloured leather, which flank the now instantly recognisable logo-emblazoned canvas handles. Not only does this make the bag practical, but also, you’ll be pleased to know, it keeps it on the more affordable end of the designer scale, with most styles coming in under £1000.
Chloé’s matching slip-on Woody sandals were (and continue to be) a sell-out before the bag even landed, so it’s no surprise that the original tote flew off the shelves when it eventually did launch at the beginning of last year. Since then, the design house has continued to invest in the Woody line to meet demand, releasing ever more beautiful iterations, from crochet-knit to denim and shearling and raffia baskets for spring and summer.
But there’s one new style that is a particular stand out— the rich, buttery brown and black leather versions. The logos are a little more subtle, and the leather makes it, if possible, feel even more timeless— and, of course, perfect for the cooler autumn season we’re launching into. Woody also comes in a range of sizes, from large totes to the more compact crossbody and these new styles are being steadily released in these sizes too.
Keep scrolling to see and shop the new Chloé Woody spring update, as well as the originals too.
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Woody Medium Canvas Tote
£990
The classic comes in black with brown accents.
Libby Page, Net-a-Porter’s senior fashion market editor, says of the bag, “The Chloé Woody Canvas Tote is still the perfect bag for our client going into the new season, as it’s both practical and chic as well as being a different take on the tote bag. The original canvas material is so classic. Though, you might want to consider the new finishes. The thing they all have in common [is] the subtle branding, which will continue to appeal to the Chloé woman.”
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Woody Leather-Trimmed Logo-Embroidered Denim Shoulder Bag
£1290
It certainly appeals to us—especially since it’s the perfect bag for everything from running errands to beach trips and office days. Since it’s sold out countless times over the last few years, we’re here to give you the heads-up that new styles and restocks have just landed online. So if you’ve been thinking about investing in a designer bag that feels really special but still timeless and practical, now’s your opportunity. Scroll on to see and shop every Woody bag that’s currently in stock.
SHOP CHLOÉ’S BEST-SELLING WOODY BAGS
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+ Net Sustain Woody Mini Leather-Trimmed Linen Tote
£610
The small styles comes with a crossbody strap so you can enjoy it totally hands free.
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+ Net Sustain Woody Medium Embroidered Leather Tote
£1390
The black iteration comes in small, medium and large.
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+ Net Sustain Woody Medium Embroidered Leather Tote
£1390
This is a bag you would use for years to come, and the leather would only get better with age.
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+ Net Sustain Woody Large Embroidered Leather Tote
£1490
If you like a bit more room to throw everything from a laptop to travel essentials in, the practical large size is the style for you.
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Black Woody Small Tote Bag
£890
It may be small, but it’s still roomy enough to fit all your day-to-day essentials.
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+ Net Sustain Woody Small Leather-Trimmed Linen Tote
£890
It’s just so cute, though.
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Woody Medium Canvas Tote Bag
£1050
This neutral colourway feels so elevated thanks to the mix of colours and textures.
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Woody Medium Canvas Tote
£890
The decorative trim stitching taps into a rising boho rennaisance.
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Woody Embroidered Laser-Cut Metallic Leather Tote
£2090
If metallics are your game…
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Woody Large Raffia and Embroidered Textured-Leather Tote
£1490
A forever bag you’ll use again and again.
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+ Net Sustain Woody Large Leather-Trimmed Linen Tote
£1090
Topstitched black leather detailing adds a luxe feel.
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Woody Mini Leather Cross-Body Bag
£1090
Anything brown is winner in our eyes.
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Woody Large Raffia and Embroidered Textured-Leather Tote
£1490
This raffia offering from Chloé will match the tropical tones on your next holiday.
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Woody Linen Tote Bag
£590
Mini bags have become the backbone of my holiday wardrobe—they’re just so easy and chic.
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Woody Medium Leather and Webbing-Trimmed Linen Tote
£1050
The light pink straps will convert even the toughest colour skeptics.
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Woody Medium Leather Tote Bag
£1390
Don’t make us choose a favourite between the darker brown version and this bright one— because we can’t.
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Woody Medium Denim Tote Bag
£1390
Crafted from deadstock denim, this woody is sure to add a Y2K touch to your outfits.
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Woody Mini Cotton-Canvas Tote Bag
£610
This navy leather has us written all over it.
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Woody Small Bucket Bag
£550
Stylish with a touch of ease.
SHOP MORE PERFECT CHLOÉ BAGS
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Marcie Medium Leather Tote Bag
£1790
All of Chloe’s bohemian heritage, mixed with a dollop of modern luxury.
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Mate Leather Shoulder Bag
£1850£925
We’re loving the minimalist aesthetic courtesy of former Creative Director Gabriela Hearst.
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+ Net Sustain Marcie Textured-Leather Shoulder Bag
£1690
The Marcie shoulder bag is the newest addition to the Marcie family, which also come in lots of colours and sizes.
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Mony Small Whipstitched Leather-Trimmed Raffia Tote
£1850
This raffia and leather combo, though.
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Marcie Mini Textured-Leather Shoulder Bag
£950
A classic crossbody you’ll wear so much.
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Penelope Medium Leather Shoulder Bag
£2250
We love the tassels on this shoulder bag.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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