The Collector’s Gift Guide: Investment Pieces for the True Fashion Enthusiast

Dior Ivory 3-D Printed Thermoplastic Lady Dior

Since 2016, Dior has invited contemporary artists to reimagine the Lady Dior, allowing each vision to bring new life to the classic silhouette. In 2019, Marguerite Humeau brought her distinct perspective to the fourth edition of the collaboration. Her off-white thermoplastic Lady Dior, finished with matte silver hardware, is at once serene and thought-provoking. Humeau’s fascination with evolutionary function and her approach to experimental design transform the bag into something that feels simultaneously futuristic and an archeological treasure.

Chanel Metallic Silver Quilted Leather Ice Cube Shopping Tote

Chanel's 2008 Resort collection was a glamorous tribute to travel, with Karl Lagerfeld creating an iconic airport-themed runway show, capturing the excitement of exploring new destinations. One of the standout accessories from the collection was the Ice Cube shopping tote. With its glossy geometric quilting and translucent shine, it reflected the essence of first-class travel. With a futuristic design made for a woman who moves seamlessly like the collection itself, the Ice Cube shopper merges fantasy with practicality.

Frank Gehry x Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Twisted Box

A rare treasure from Louis Vuitton’s 2014 Iconoclasts collection, this Monogram Canvas Twisted Box is the work of architect Frank Gehry—one of six creative collaborators invited to reinterpret the Maison’s iconic Monogram. Gehry’s design transforms the classic vanity case into an asymmetrical, sculptural silhouette that reflects his signature wave-like aesthetic. The piece blends art and functionality in perfect harmony. Whether used to store your most cherished pieces or displayed as a striking objet d’art, this collectible is destined to captivate for decades.

Hermès Blue Izmir Alligator Kelly Sellier 20 Mini NM

Before the Birkin ever graced a wrist, Hermès had already made a mark with another iconic piece, the Kelly bag. Originally introduced in 1935 as the Sac à dépêches, it gained worldwide fame in 1956 when Grace Kelly, then Princess of Monaco, used it to shield her pregnancy from paparazzi. The resulting photograph captured the public’s attention, and the bag was renamed the Kelly. Featuring a trapezoidal shape, top handle, and secure closure, the Kelly bag is both graceful and functional. Available in two styles, the rigid Sellier and the softer Retourne, the Kelly is crafted in a range of materials and requires over 20 hours of handwork per piece.

Chanel Red Lambskin Brasserie Gabrielle Menu Clutch

From the whimsical runway of Chanel’s Fall/Winter 2015 collection comes a clutch that captures the house’s iconic touch of playful irreverence. Set in a Parisian bistro, the show served up fashion with a side of fantasy, and this unforgettable piece was designed to resemble a Parisian dinner menu, a charming nod to the art of French cuisine. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer to luxury fashion, the Brasserie Gabrielle Menu Clutch is not just a bag; it's a statement piece that embodies the enduring legacy of Chanel.