A Man and His Handbag: The Father’s Day Edition

Some of the world’s most iconic men have helped normalize and elevate the image of men carrying designer bags. Pharrell Williams, for instance, has long been ahead of the curve. He’s been spotted with multiple Hermès Birkins over the years, including a custom crocodile version that could double as a museum piece. Kanye West once carried a rare silver Hermès Haut à Courroies, and Drake famously flexed his extensive Hermès Birkin collection.

Actors like Jared Leto and Timothée Chalamet have been photographed with Louis Vuitton’s iconic Takashi Murakami Multicolored Monogram pieces and Stephen Sprouse graffiti collection once considered feminine but now seen as bold, creative fashion choices. Athletes have even joined the movement, like Odell Beckham Jr. who was spotted carrying a pink Birkin, and LeBron James who stepped out with a rare Louis Vuitton x NBA tote, merging luxury and utility.

It's not just about flexing wealth or status; these men are expanding the narrative of masculinity. Being comfortable in his skin and confident enough to carry a bag not just as a necessity, but as a statement, while also having a place to store their kids' snacks, toys, wipes, and maybe a coloring book, because being a great dad means showing up for your kids and doing it with care. There’s something undeniably cool about seeing a dad rocking a tote bag with a baby bottle in one pocket and an iPad in the other.

Celebrate Father’s Day and the important father figures in your life with an iconic gift from What Goes Around Comes Around. Browse our handpicked selection of pre-owned designer bags for men, featuring authentic styles from brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Bottega Veneta and more.

Back in 2014, under the creative direction of Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton marked its 160th anniversary with the “Icon and Iconoclasts” project. The maison invited some of fashion’s most creative figures like Karl Lagerfeld, Christian Louboutin, and Rei Kawakubo to reimagine its iconic monogram through their own visionary lens. Among the standout pieces was Rei Kawakubo’s now-iconic “Bag With Holes“ a radical reinterpretation of the classic LV tote. With raw, frayed cutouts through the Monogram canvas, it challenged ideas of beauty and destruction in only way Kawakubo could. Fast forward to 2024, the bag returned this time reissued in Louis Vuitton’s black Empreinte leather. Kawakubo’s signature cutouts remain, turning the classic structure into a piece of wearable art.

The “Off The Grid” collection, released in Spring/Summer 2020, Gucci’s first eco-conscious line. The collection was made of recycled, organic, and sustainably sourced materials with the goal of reducing environmental impact. Featuring 37 genderless pieces from sneakers and bags to ready-to-wear, creative director Alessandro Michele describes the project as a collaborative effort, imagining a treehouse in the city as a symbol of hope and shared responsibility. The campaign featured figures like Jane Fonda, Miyavi, David de Rothschild, Lil Nas X, and King Princess, emphasizing the collection’s inclusivity. This authentic pre-owned backpack from the collection is crafted in blue ECONYL® GG nylon, accented with cream canvas trim. With multiple exterior pockets equally suited for a hike or a night out.

Some fashion legends are born on runways. Others begin at 30,000 feet. In the early 1980s, an overhead conversation between actress Jane Birkin and then-Hermès creative chairman Jean-Louis Dumas sparked the creation of what would become one of the most iconic handbags in history. The result? The Birkin, first released in 1984, has since become a global icon. This Birkin 40, rendered in a green Bambou Matte Alligator leather with Palladium-plated hardware, is more than a bag, it’s an experience. The leather, sourced from Alligator Mississippiensis, features the natural umbilical scar and scale pattern marking its authenticity and rarity.

For his final act at Louis Vuitton in 2018, Kim Jones flipped the script, literally. The Navy Monogram Upside Down collection took the maison’s iconic logo and reimagined it with an unexpected twist an inverted monogram, cast in navy and accented with neon accents. The result was a collection that felt both archival and electric, bridging heritage craftsmanship with the pulse of streetwear. It was a bold farewell and a clear signal; the future of menswear was no longer bound by tradition. This Keepall Bandoulière truly lives up to its name as it can store all you need as you travel from point A to point B. If the smooth leather handles aren't comfortable enough for you, Louis Vuitton has come to the rescue by creating the Bandoulière version of the bag that comes with an adjustable shoulder strap.

Fatherhood doesn’t mean trading in your style but upgrading it with purpose. This Gucci Diaper Bag is designed for modern fatherhood without sacrificing that coolness. Crafted from the house’s classic Original GG canvas, a fabric known for its durability since the 1960s and trimmed with blue leather. Featuring a stroller-strap snap for hands-free ease and a fold-out changing pad tucked inside.

The Goyard Capetien Messenger is the perfect mix of style and practicality designed for the modern man who needs a bag that works as hard as he does. Named after the French Capetian dynasty, it brings some history to your everyday hustle. Perfect for work or play, the Capetien is an everyday essential that knows how to elevate your game.

Check out the curated selection at What Goes Around Comes Around. We offer authentic pre-owned designer bags from top brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Bottega Veneta. Perfect for celebrating fatherhood in style!

Think versatility. A great dad bag should transition from stroller duty to boardroom meeting to date night. Crossbodies, totes, and durable messengers are top choices for fashion-forward fathers.

Pharrell Williams, ASAP Rocky, Timothée Chalamet, and even athletes like Russell Westbrook and Odell Beckham Jr.

Totally. With phones, keys, wallets, AirPods, chargers, sunglasses, hand sanitizer — men have just as much to carry as anyone else. A good bag makes daily life easier and more organized.

Louis Vuitton and Gucci are staple options, while Bottega Veneta and Prada offer a more modern and minimal approach.