Chanel puts the CC in Como, with Lago di Como the backdrop for the Chanel Cruise 2025/26 collection. Embodying la dolce vita, the iconic Villa d’Este sets the scene for chic summer suits, tonal two-pieces, vibrant swimwear, and flowing semi-sheer dresses.

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And then there are the bags – equally chic and ready for an Amalfi Coast getaway. From playful crochet and wicker designs to slouchy suede hobo styles, these pieces capture the spirit of relaxed luxury. New favorites like the Chanel 25 sit alongside timeless classics like the Deauville, each one embodying the art of stylish escapes.

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Let’s take a closer look at some of the standout handbags. . .

Raffia & Crochet Bags

Nothing says “Cruise collection” quite like a raffia bag. From tightly woven and structured designs to loose and slouchy silhouettes, Chanel brings an array of raffia, wicker, and crochet bags to the Cruise 2025/26 lineup.

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Classic Flap

First up, the iconic Classic Flap receives a seasonal makeover in tightly woven raffia. Shown in a natural shade beautifully complemented by a vibrant pop of pink leather trim, the vibe is playful and elegant.

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Shopping Bags

Who says you can’t take your Chanel Mini Flap to the beach? Chanel effortlessly reimagines the classic basket bag with a bold design that features a lambskin leather quilted flap bag-inspired pocket on the front, secured with the iconic CC turnlock closure. Crafted from tightly woven raffia, this chic piece is trimmed with black leather and finished with gold-tone hardware, including four protective feet. The bag features two chain shoulder straps, offering versatility for both hand carry and shoulder styling. It was also presented in a larger size, combining natural raffia with white leather.

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For a more effortless vibe, the Shopping Bag returns, after its Spring-Summer 2025 debut, now presented in a tightly woven raffia design. This version features the signature flat quilting that defined the original design, complemented by black leather trim.

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Black and white contrast is always in style, and Chanel offers the Shopping Bag in Coco’s favorite colors. Seen in the opening look of the runway show, the classic white with black trim iteration was casually draped over the model’s shoulder. Also shown was the reverse design of bold black with white trim.

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Another beach-ready offering is the relaxed basket bag, crafted from a looser wicker construction. Resembling a bucket bag silhouette, this style is made from natural wicker, featuring pale pink accents that create a quilted-like pattern across the body. Paired with matching pink leather interwoven chain shoulder straps, the bag is finished with a signature CC emblem. A larger version of the same design was also presented, this time with fresh white accents, styled as a shoulder bag.

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Mini Shopping Bag

Revived in the Fall/Winter 2023/24 collection, Chanel’s reimagined Kelly-style bag returns ready for warmer days. Officially known as the Mini Shopping Bag, this charming piece trades its signature quilting for a sun-soaked seasonal update. Crafted from natural raffia and secured with a gold-tone CC turnlock, it’ll transition from beach to bar.

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Vanity Bag

Alternatively, Chanel has transformed its classic vanity case into a structured picnic-perfect wicker bag. This playful yet elegant piece swaps the traditional zip-around closure for a clasp-style opening, secured with the signature CC turnlock. Finished with four protective feet and a chain shoulder strap, the bag was styled on the runway by its chain-wrapped top handle.

Deauville

Last but not least, no Cruise collection is complete without the iconic Deauville. Primed for vacations, the Deauville is reimagined in a crochet-style construction, crafted in a natural shade with a matching sand-toned beige lining, and trimmed with luxurious suede. This tonal piece features the signature Deauville lettering on the front, now raised from the bag’s surface in soft suede for added texture.

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The New Mini Chanel 25

Chanel continues to elevate its latest “it” bag, the Chanel 25, this time showcasing a new mini size. This season, the summer suede options are a rich papal purple and zesty Amalfi lemon yellow. Need to shine? Choose from gleaming metallic gold and the familiar silver from previous releases, now downsized.

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Hobo Bags

Although the Chanel 25 is the current hobo star, Chanel’s collection of Hobo bags expands with fresh silhouettes that bring a serious dose of slouch. A new style, reminiscent of the suede Hobo bags from the Métiers d’Art 2024/25 runway, drew attention. Crafted from soft suede, the Hobo Bag features a large, slouchy shape in a rich chocolate brown hue. The bag’s flat quilting and CC logo provide the quintessential Chanel touch, while the leather top handle and chunky chain shoulder strap offer versatility, allowing the bag to be styled both handheld and slung over the shoulder.

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Next up, Chanel introduces a new hobo design that subtly nods to the Chanel 25 with a similar drawstring fastening and CC toggle. Created in classic flat quilted leather, this medium-sized bag boasts an integrated leather strap. On the runway, the bag was handheld. However, the strap drop appears large enough to rest comfortably on the shoulder.

A more compact iteration was also presented, this time, in a vibrant coral shade.

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Tonal Suede

Chanel continues its summer suede story with tonal, monochromatic styles.

First, the Flap Bag silhouette gets a tonal makeover. Slightly larger than the 11.12 but smaller than the Jumbo, this full-flap is crafted from earthy tan quilted suede and finished with matching leather-coated hardware, including a tonal CC turnlock. A single, non-adjustable chain strap completes the look.

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A new Camera Bag debuts for Cruise 2025/26 as well. Reminiscent of the Maison’s vanity case silhouettes, this zip-around style is crafted with the same tonal design, this time, in a burnt orange suede and finished with matching hardware. With its structured shape and double chain shoulder straps, it evokes vintage charm.

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Folded Tote

Is it a clutch or a tote? Chanel blurs the lines with this folded design. Crafted from vibrant coral leather, the oversized tote features non-padded diamond quilting and a soft structure, styled folded in half with the model’s hand slipped through the interwoven chain top handles. A long shoulder strap at the top adds styling options, while the aged gold-tone CC emblem brings the finishing touch.

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Embellished Mini Bags

Beyond suede and raffia, Chanel adds a touch of sparkle with its embellished miniatures. Though small in size, these bags scream for attention.

If the raffia version didn’t quite speak to you, Chanel offers a glitzier alternative – a new Mini Shopping Bag fully adorned with ivory sequins. Crafted from crisp white leather, the shimmering surface is contrasted with gleaming gold-tone hardware.

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Not quite a handbag, nor a Minaudière, Chanel debuts a series of petite pouch-style bags crafted entirely from faux pearls and intricate beading. Featuring a vintage-inspired kiss-lock clasp and styled over the shoulder with a fine chain strap

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Building on the beaded theme, another mini SLG is crafted from soft-toned beads, pearls, and gold-tone metal, forming a flap-style treasure. With a turnlock closure and long, delicate chain strap, it mirrors the charm of its pouch-style counterpart, once again blurring the line between jewelry and accessory.

Finally, for those who prize style over function, Chanel introduces a Classic Flap-inspired treasure – part bag, part jewelry.

Crafted from sleek black satin and framed in gold-tone metal, this miniature marvel reimagines the iconic silhouette as a true objet d’art. Scattered across its surface are tiny crystal-embellished charms — from bows to four-leaf clovers — each one a whimsical nod to the Maison’s most beloved symbols. Finished with a CC clasp and a long shoulder chain, it’s less about storage, more about statement.

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Minaudières

Over the decades, Chanel’s iconic minaudières have taken the shape of a robot, birdcage, cassette tape, egg carton, and even a minivan – but could this Cupcake Minaudière take the cake? With a quilted cupcake case, its pink frosting is adorned with sparkling crystals and fastens with the signature CC clasp. This sweetly indulgent yet luxurious piece adds a delicious twist to Chanel’s collection of collectible Minaudières.

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Rounding out the Minaudière lineup is Chanel’s signature sphere design. Constructed from gold-tone metal, the spherical silhouette is formed entirely from interlocking CC motifs in varying sizes. Adorned with colored crystals, faux pearls, and beads, this statement piece is certainly CC coded.

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Which of these luxurious bags from Chanel’s Cruise 2025/26 collection would you take on your next vacation – an effortlessly chic raffia style or the bold statement of the Chanel 25? Let us know your favorite.

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