Bowling bags are big business right now, but not in their traditional form. Classically defined by a semi-structured, curved silhouette with generous proportions and short top handles, the bowling bag was designed to carry weight – bowling balls included. This season, designers are slimming things down. The one-roomy shape is being cropped and elongated into sleek east–west profiles, paired with exaggerated top handles that often stretch longer than the body of the bag. The result feels sharper, lighter, and more contemporary – less functional carryall, more statement accessory.

Alaïa’s Le Teckel may have pioneered the look in 2024, but with newcomers like the Goyard Bonbonnière and Chanel’s Small Bowling Bag from the Spring-Summer 2026 Pre-Collection, the trend is clearly far from over — sleek, wearable, and instantly covetable.

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Here are seven sleek styles to covet this season.

Goyard - Bonbonnière

Goyard’s newest arrival, the Bonbonnière Baguette Bag, marks a refreshing departure for the Maison. Neither a soft tote nor a hard-sided travel piece, this sleek east–west silhouette introduces a structured, barrel-like shape that feels distinctly modern while remaining rooted in Goyard’s heritage. Inspired by the vintage Saint-Martin bag, the design features a Goyardine canvas body paired with Chevroches calfskin, softly rounded elongated top handles, and subtle embossed Goyard logos at each end.

Measuring approximately 11.8 x 4.1 x 4.7 inches, the Bonbonnière is perfectly sized for day-to-night wear. Designed to be styled on the shoulder, it can be worn either horizontally or vertically, as well as carried by hand. Available in all 11 of Goyard’s signature shades, from classic Black to Green, Burgundy, and Yellow, the Bonbonnière retails for $3,040 and is already shaping up to be one of the Maison’s most in-demand releases.

Chanel - Small Bowling Bag

One of the most talked-about Chanel bags right now, the Small Bowling Bag is part of Matthieu Blazy’s Spring-Summer 2026 Pre-Collection. While fans have nicknamed this lineup the “Preppy Coco” or the “Chanel 26,” Chanel itself keeps the naming, much like the design, sleek and fuss-free. Not to be confused with the new Flap Bag, the Small Bowling Bag is crafted from grained shiny calfskin and features a cylindrical east–west silhouette with elongated top handles which compliment its non-quilted profile.

This modern, understated design tucks neatly under the arm while the flap front closure, secured with a gold-tone CC turn-lock, adds a touch of classic Chanel charm. Measuring 3.9 x 8.1 x 3.9 inches, the Small Bowling Bag opens to reveal a single roomy compartment. This new style has been released in a range of shades spanning classic Black, Light Beige and White to Burgundy, Light Green, and Light Pink, and retails for $5,100.

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Loewe - Amazona 31 Cropped Bag

A modern interpretation of the iconic Amazona bag first released in 1975, Loewe’s Amazona 31 Cropped Bag nods to the Maison’s heritage of practical luxury while updating the design for contemporary wear. This version revisits the classic shape in an elongated east–west bowling silhouette, crafted from shiny calfskin with long articulated handles that can be secured with a removable handle fastener, a feature reminiscent of Alaïa’s Le Teckel. Designed for everyday use, the bag features reinforced leather corners, four protective feet, and a secure zip closure that extends down both sides. The bag’s understated branding includes a corner-embossed Anagram and a matching engraved padlock, which is removable.

Hermès – Faubourg Express

Introduced as part of Hermès’ Fall–Winter 2024 collection, the Faubourg Express brings a travel-inspired perspective to the east–west bowling bag trend. Drawing on archival styles such as the Plume and Quirus, the elongated shoulder bag features a structured zip-top silhouette, hardware accents at the sides, and four protective metal feet, giving it a purposeful, utilitarian edge that sets it apart from other Hermès offerings.

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Offered in Evergrain, Evercolor, or Swift calfskin, the Faubourg Express’ defining detail is the locking zip mechanism, which secures into a metal plate on the body of the bag and is released via a key housed in the clochette. Offered in small and medium sizes, the design measures approximately 8.3 x 3.9 x 3.1 inches for the small and 11.4 x 4.7 x 3.5 inches for the larger size, and can be worn over the shoulder or carried by hand using the longline strap.

Chanel – Clutch with Leather Strap

If the cylindrical bowling silhouette isn’t to your taste, Chanel’s new Clutch with Leather Strap offers a sleek, modern alternative within the Spring–Summer 2026 lineup. First spotted off-runway on Jennie of BLACKPINK and Lily-Rose Depp, the compact flap design reimagines Chanel’s iconic codes through a pared-back lens. Crafted from grained shiny calfskin, it forgoes quilting in favour of a smooth, minimalist finish, while elongated leather shoulder straps replace the traditional chain for effortless, under-the-arm wear.

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Finished with a CC-adorned magnetic clasp, the Clutch with Leather Strap opens to a streamlined interior sized for essentials. Measuring approximately 4.5 × 6.7 × 2 inches, the style is joined by the Small Flap Bag—finished with a CC turn-lock closure and sized between a Mini Classic Flap and a Small, measuring approximately 5.9 × 8.7 × 2.8 inches. Available across both styles in Dark Blue, Light Yellow, Light Green, Light Pink, White, and Black, the Clutch with Leather Strap retails for $3,975, while the Small Flap Bag is priced at $5,100.

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Balenciaga - Carrie Bowling Bag

A softer, more minimalist alternative to Balenciaga’s signature City Tote, the Carrie Bowling Bag brings understated luxury to the Maison’s lineup. Crafted from supple calfskin, the bag features two elongated top handles with a 9.8-inch drop, secured with a handle clip, allowing it to be carried by hand or worn comfortably on the shoulder. The exterior includes a practical slip pocket accented with a foil-debossed Balenciaga logo, while the main compartment closes with a zip for secure storage. A removable leather luggage tag adds a subtle touch of flair to this pared-back design.

Compact yet functional, the Carrie Bowling Bag in the size small measures approximately 8.2 x 4.7 x 4.7 inches. Inside, you’ll find a main compartment, alongside a secure zippered pocket/ Available in four shades — choose from Black or Dark Burgundy with aged-gold hardware, or Minimal Green, Light Pink, and White with aged-silver hardware. The Carrie Bowling Bag retails for $2,790.

Alaïa - Le Teckel Padded

The design that started it all, Alaïa’s Le Teckel debuted in the Maison’s Spring-Summer 2024 collection. This iconic shoulder bag pairs a sleek east–west silhouette with tubular top handles, complete with decorative ties — the signature detail that no doubt inspired this season’s north–south trend. A double-zip closure and small interior pocket with a removable mirror make it practical without compromising its sleek silhouette.

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The new medium padded nappa lambskin version adds a soft twist to the classic shape. Not overtly padded like a quilted bag, this design adds a subtle puffy look that gives the silhouette a softer aesthetic and tactile feel. Offered in the medium size, the Le Teckel measures approximately 13 x 4.3 x 3.9 inches, and features the same elongated top handles as its smaller siblings. Currently offered in three shades – Black, Off-White and Garnet Red, the Le Teckel Medium Bag in Padded Leather retails for $3,250.