When it comes to buying a bag, one of the most important things to consider is what will fit inside. Of course we care about the aesthetics and the quality, but the main purpose of a handbag is to carry things. Sometimes I end up with a bag that is a bottomless pit, while other times, I end up with a bag that barely fits the bare necessities.
I wanted to start a new series, What Fits, to showcase some of our favorite bags and what fits inside it. We’re hoping these posts will help you decide if a certain bag will work for you or if you need to pass on it instead. To kick it off, I wanted to start with one of the most loved Céline bags, the Trio.
[Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on February 4, 2015]
While the Trio is highly coveted and carried, many worry about how much this three-pouch bag can carry. The best part, though is that this bag carries so much more than you would think, which has always pleasantly surprised me. The items above are what fits in this bag without it being overly stuffed, and what I carried in this bag last week.
– Lambertson Truex card case with credit cards and business cards
– Versace sunglasses
– Louis Vuitton bracelet
– Gin Gin candies (the BEST!)
– Emergen-C
– Kind Bar
– Car keys
– bandaids
– Inhaler
– Chanel Lipstick
– Fresh Lip Balm
– iPhone 5S with Mophie Case
– cash
– hair ties
– Kleenex pouch
– small Advil
– inhaler
As you can see, I have a lot of items in my bag. I separate my items into three categories and then I put them into the pouches. You would think this much stuff would make my bag bulge out awkwardly look super stuffed, but that simply isn’t the case. That’s why I think of this bag as a Mary Poppins pouch.
The front pocket has my two lip glosses, and you can see their outline a bit on the pouch; that would happen no matter how many items you have in the bag. The cool thing about the Trio is you can remove the pouches and use a single pouch, two pouches or all three.
Last I checked, the Céline Trio costs just over $1,050. There is a larger size as well, but I love the original size. Fun fact: if you own more than one, you can switch out the pouches with your other bags, which I love doing with my two trios–it makes them multicolored.
Dimensions are 8.5″w x 5.5″h X 1.5″d
I use my trio bag for sightseeing or a day out shopping when I travel – it’s lightweight for a Celine, the perfect size for carrying a passport or money and it packs easily.
Yep, exactly!
Could you please let me know which color is this? It is wonderful! Is it the Glacier? Thanks!
I can’t remember exact color, but it may be Glacier… let me see if I can figure it out!
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Can u post a picture of combining your 2 trios? Im just curious how it would look multi colored. Thanks
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Where can I get one of those Erlebniswelt-fliegenfischenShops credit cards? 🙂 And I LOVE the color of the bag. Great post!
Those may be business cards?
Yep, they’re business cards but they look like credit cards! I WISH we had our own credit cards!!!
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Ipad mini only fits in the larger version although I would not advice putting one in the bag as it has no hardware on the strap, it should be kept pretty light to avoid the strap falling apart :/
I’ve always adored the Céline Trio, but I haven’t bought one because I couldn’t see how to cram a wallet into it without making it bulge. Now I see the trick: a slim credit card case, and a couple of folded bills (who uses cash these days anyway?) Thank you, Megs… I see a Trio in my future!
Yep a wallet def doesn’t work, but I only use 3 cards mostly, so I just add those to my card case and I’m good to go!
Such a great post idea Megs!!
Soooo cute. But when there are multiple compartments I have trouble remembering whats in each!
I try to make each compartment have a theme – front compartment is for my go-to items; phone, credit card, lip gloss. Center holds my keys and ‘health items’, back holds sunnies and food!
Could you do a piece on how much the bigger size would fit? PLEASE?? I’ve been considering the Trio forever…
I don’t own the bigger size Trio – but if I can nab one or have someone I can borrow from to share, I will!
I just used my trio today. I love it SO much!! I use an LV zippy coin purse since I’m one of the last few people in the world that uses only cash lol and I always put my wallet in the middle and no bulging problems for me. I actually kind of love the the bulging look of the Trio. It makes the bag look really cool and unique when slightly overstuffed.
Yes, the bulging look is so unique actually. I have the Large Trio and I always put my long bottega veneta wallet in the middle pouch.
I love the Céline Trio SO much! I use mine almost every day and it fits soo much without looking too bulky! I own two Trio’s and the strap of my first Trio broke after just 4 months of use 🙁 I noticed that the strap of my other trio is about to snap too. Megs, how is your trio holding up?
Would you be able to post the actual dimensions on the bags, going forward?
Yes! Let me add that in now
That’s a lot of stuff! But I guess I shouldn’t be surprised, since my Proenza PS1 large wallet on chain fits quite a lot, too. Hmmmm. Maybe I should do the same sort of post on my blog for that.
I’m guessing the sunglasses are flat? Because I’m really surprised that they haven’t caused any noticeable bulk at all.
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The sunnies are “normal” so it’s pretty surprising how easily they fit without bulging. I swear this bag is magical!
This is a very good post idea, Megs !
I do not want my bags to be too small (as I have 2 small kids) but I do not want to look like I am carrying half of my household with me, either.
Btw the color of this Celine is just breathtaking. Very very nice.
I’m excited to get a sorta kinda WIHB from you, Megs!!!! Yayyyyyyyy!!! Soooo, when will you do a What fits…in your Birkin??? LOL
Sure!! I’ll do that 🙂
Great post!
love this post. it’s simple, direct and informative. hope to have more of these in the future.
ps. can you do a couple of post re: Chanel flaps in different sizes. it’s always been hard to choose which flap bag to get or get first b/c of the different sizes. thanks.
Yes, will try for that!
This is so funny. How do you remember what you put in which pocket?
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I am looking to buy a crossbody bag for my bday in April, I’m 5’9, 139 lbs, I wonder which looks better on me, small trio or large one? I love this bag so much!
I’m 5’11 and the regular size fits fine on me. I’d love a large size though to be honest!
Great time to think about getting a Celine Trio while Barney’s is having a Purple Card event. (Unless there is an exclusion).
This is my go to travel bag since I fly with my little dog in the cabin and try to take carryon only. My dog becomes my “personal item” so I can’t carry a purse. It is handy to unsnap this bag so that two pouches fit inside the carryon and the third fits in the outside pocket.
Can you please comment on how sturdy the strap of the bag? It looks very thin and I heard about incidents with the straps falling apart easily.
I’ve had no incidents with the strap on either of my Trios, but will keep this in mind and let you know if anything comes up!
I would also be interested in the wear and tear life of this bag. I received one for Christmas, and after two weekends of use, it’s looking a bit beat up…but ONLY on those two little leather pieces on the strap by the strap length adjuster (does that make sense?). And it’s only on the top of those little pieces, otherwise I would have thought it’s from rubbing against my wool coat. It was purchased at Nordstrom, but I’m wondering if this is normal? Should I take it to the Celine boutique or Nordstrom to discuss my options, or is it too late? I would so appreciate any advice or suggestions!
I’d go back to Nordstrom and talk to them about it. 2 weeks shouldn’t show much wear, I would def look into that. Let me know if you go and what they say!
I love this post!! thank you~
I can fit in mine the Céline zip wallet, iphone6, car and house keys and sunglasses. And still stay flat and perfect!
Thanks for sharing this, Megs! Have been considering this bag but wasn’t sure how much it can carry–now I know. Would love it if someone can share what fits into their larger Trio size. With 2 kiddies in tow, I need a hands free bag that can carry a bit extra while still being somewhat stylish. Wishful thinking?
Is this a style that is still available? I’ve taken a peek online, and can’t seem to find it on their website, though I know some brands will only have a handful of styles on the web vs. in store…
what are the regular colours for the trio and which would you recommend?
Would it be inappropriate for a fourteen year old girl to own a trio?
I’m sorry, let me rephrase, any teen girl
if you have the money, i don’t think so. it’s a very classic bag. if you have the means to buy it, being fourteen just means you can have it longer which means lower cost per wear over time. just be sure you’ll want to wear it for a long long time. can you imagine yourself still carrying it at 50?
If it wasn’t for the strap, I would probably invest in this bag. Considering how much I use the ones I have, the strap would probably end up snapping off.
Would love to see you try to fit a wallet in it. I would not carry cash without it being in a wallet. So that is a bit deceiving.
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This is such an awesome idea for a series! Hmm I had no idea the Trio could be so versatile. I was pondering one, but it just looks so… plain, but now I’m like ooo so practical!
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can i put my long boy chanel wallet into the bag?
Read this post so many times and still love it!
Thank you for the review because I’m looking to buy my second luxury bag and I want something for errands. This seems like a good fit 🙂
Thanks for the review. I’m looking to get this bag next.