Few designer brands boast the same know-how and attention to artisanal details when it comes to luxury bags as Loewe. Founded in Madrid, Spain, in 1846 by Enrique Loewe Roessberg, it is one of Europe’s oldest leather Houses. Today, under the direction of Jonathan Anderson, who joined Loewe in 2013, the House remains committed to the principles of its founder.
Enrique Loewe Roessberg was an incredibly gifted and talented leathermaker. While the brand continues to churn out some of the handbag world’s most coveted designs, it doesn’t stray far from Loewe’s roots. Thanks to Anderson’s thoughtful eye, Loewe’s bags feel contemporary and fresh while still paying homage to its humble beginnings.
Anderson remains committed to preserving the Loewe DNA and showcasing the incredible attention to detail that has remained at the forefront of the House for decades, all while churning out handbag hit after handbag hit. Below, we’re unpacking six of the most essential Loewe bags every handbag lover should know. Let’s dive in!
Loewe Flamenco
Jonathon Anderson’s innovative designs and new releases continue to entice Loewe lovers, but he really shines by curating a collection that also incorporates House classics. Those classics include the incredibly iconic Loewe Flamenco.
Named after the Spanish art of Flamenco dancing, the bag was first launched in the 1970s but was later resurrected from the archives in 2010 by then-creative director Stuart Vevers. The shape has been given minor updates and tweaks throughout the years, but its original silhouette remains.
In 2024, it is one of the House’s more important brand signifiers, defined by its distinct leather knots and cinched construction. Despite its many tweaks and changes over the years, Loewe’s distinct attention to detail and craft remains with each update.
loewe circle oversized hooded sweatshirt | Loewe Amazona
Right up there alongside the Flamenco is the Loewe Amazona bag. A House signature, the Amazona too, dates back decades, first appearing in the Loewe line-up in 1975.
Defined by its doctor bag-esque shape, small top handles, and long body, the Amazona’s original design was indicative of the times—meant to accompany the woman on the go. Combining fashion and function, it takes its name from a group of female warriors in Greek Mythology.
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Loewe Puzzle Bag
LOEWE FUR JACKET, loewe x joe brainard loewe hat multicolor black LOEWE PAULA'S IBIZA Anagram Espadrilles, cashmere sweater loewe pulower grey. Introduced in 2014, the Puzzle was Anderson’s first-ever bag design for the House.
Initially designed as a Men’s Duffle, the bag’s bold, origami-like shape is somehow both contemporary and classic. Composed of 75 pieces of leather, the Puzzle is a true embodiment of Loewe’s attention to detail—it takes nearly 10 hours to make a single bag.
Transcending aesthetics, genders, and ages, over the last decade, the House has introduced countless iterations of loewe x joe brainard loewe hat multicolor black, and there is truly an option for all.
loewe circle oversized hooded sweatshirt | Loewe Hammock Bag
Shortly after the Puzzle Bag became a new House staple, Anderson debuted the innovative, casual, cool Hammock bag for Spring 2016. The unique silhouette of the Hammock is handcrafted and designed to fold and contort its shape. True to its name, the original construction was inspired by the flexible construction of a hammock bed.
Truly one of the handbag world’s most uniquely shaped bags, the Hammock offers a soft, slouchy construction that can quickly morph into several different shapes. The original Hammock bag has been beloved season after season, with new iterations reviving the now-classic silhouette.
From the Hammock Nugget and the Compact Hammock, new proportions and interesting lines continue to entice.
Loewe Basket Bag
It’s not summer at Loewe without a fresh crop of basket bags. While it feels like the basket bag has been part of Loewe’s line-up forever, it was actually first introduced in 2017. That one bag started a raffia revolution of sorts, becoming one of the handbag world’s most coveted seasonal bags.
Combining traditional elements of craft with modern style, Loewe’s Basket bags are constructed in Spain using raffia leaves that have been cultivated, harvested, sun-dried, and handwoven by artisans in Morocco. A leather Loewe Anagram patch is the finishing touch on the Basket bag, introduced year after year in classic and novelty versions.
Loewe Squeeze Bag
Loewe WOMEN SHOES PUMPS LOEWE scarf-embellished jumper burst onto the handbag scene last year and immediately was a hit. Defined by its cinched, squeeze-like opening, the stylish, slouchy bag struck a chord amongst handbag lovers and stars alike, selling out in specific colors and sizes.
The Squeeze bag offers a modern take on classic Loewe, taking its beautiful leathers and giving it new life through an alluring, intriguing new shape. While the bag is incredibly modern, there are subtle nods to classic Loewe, such as the bag’s donut chain fitted with a Loewe Anagram pebble at the end.
Body-hugging but free-form in design, the Squeeze bag offers a nice balance of fashion and function, with the option of adjusting the chain to your liking. The newest bag to hit the scene, the Squeeze, has quickly tan synonymous with modern-day Loewe.
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Thanks Kaitlin for a Loewe fan this article is a wonderful dream. It is a shame that this brand has not had the international impact it deserves until they have invested in good marketing. On the other hand, I miss some BAG like the Gate or the Bracelete, but it is difficult to make a selection with only 6 BAG.
I honestly prefer how they are so under the radar back in 2016! People recognize the brand, but not everyone marching to get something from them just bcs they’re “trendy”. I understand with their craftmanship, they really deserve all the spotlight, but to me, their sweet spot was 2018-2019 when they have collabs with British artists etc. It breathes their artsy, eclectic spirit so much, whereas nowadays I feel like they’re on the brink of being too commercialized (beside the huge price increase). Thank God they keep collaborating with indie artists (like Suna Fujita) to stay true to their spirit!
I have a small puzzle in tan and a beehive basket bag. If I added another Loewe, it would be the hammock. Love the look of it.
Does Chloe Sevigny always look stunning? I’ve not yet seen a misfire from her.