Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026: Best Bags from The Collection

Every Chanel Métiers d’Art collection tells a story, but the 2026 show felt particularly special. Held in an abandoned Bowery subway station in NYC, Matthieu Blazy’s debut Métiers d’Art show transformed the runway into a collision of old-world craftsmanship and downtown energy, where sequins shimmered under fluorescent lights and classic Chanel style codes were reworked through an urban lens.

But of course what naturally stood out the most for me, were the bags. From iconic silhouettes reimagined in unexpected textures to whimsical mini flaps finished with sculptural, conversation-starting details, the Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026 bags perfectly showcased the downtown spirit of the collection. Not to even mention that they’ve yet again underlined Matthieu Blazy’s vision of Chanel — one where craftsmanship, individuality, and attitude matter just as much as tradition.

Ahead, my personal top picks for the best Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026 bags.

Chanel 26A Giraffe Mini Flap Bag

Part of Chanel’s “wild and whimsical” accessory story for Métiers d’Art 2026, the giraffe Mini Flap bag transforms one of the house’s most recognizable silhouettes into a collectible work of art. And yes, you can still totally use it as a handbag, as the metal giraffe is seamlessly integrated into the design without compromising the functionality of the Mini Flap!

Chanel 26A Squirrel Mini Flap Bag

Then, continuing on the fauna theme, the Métiers d’Art 2026 Squirrel Mini Flap Bag arrives in buttery soft lambskin with a gold-tone color metal squirrel head and legs, while the furry tail, integrated into the interwoven shoulder strap, completes the silhouette.

Chanel 26A Maxi Flap Bag

The Soft Maxi Flap is one of the most in-demand handbag silhouettes from Chanel at the moment, and for Métiers d’Art 2026, the bag returns in an array of fresh interpretations, incl. this stunning leopard tweed, which, according to Chanel, is inspired by Gabrielle Chanel and handwoven by the Maison d’art Lesage.

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Chanel 26A V-Cut Shopping Bag

Crafted in black calfskin with a V-style cutout that reveals the iconic burgundy leather lining and an inner compartment secured with a CC-lock closure, the new Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026 Shopping Bag is a chic and practical option for everyday. I particularly like that in addition to top handle carry, this bag can also be worn over the shoulder thanks to the dainty, interwoven shoulder strap integrated into the design.

Chanel 26A Mini 25 Bag

The Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026 Collection also welcomes several new additions to the popular Chanel 25 Bag. Among those, the Mini 25 in a furry cheetah iteration. Chanel lovers may have missed out on this particular bag, since it hasn’t been shown on the runway. But well, my hawk eyes have spotted it during the ReSee presentation, and needless to say, I am obsessed!

Chanel 26A Apple Minaudière

And of course, one of the most memorable accessories from Chanel’s Métiers d’Art 2026 collection was the Apple Minaudière. A playful tribute to New York City, this sculptural evening bag comes shaped like an actual red apple, arriving in glossy lacquered metal with a delicate chain strap for extra versatility.

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