When Chloé introduced the Paddington during its SS05 show, it wasn’t just another bag. It was the bag every fashion girlie wanted. With its oversized silhouette, slouchy softness, and that now-iconic padlock, the Paddington became the ultimate Y2K It-girl accessory. Spotted on Sienna Miller, Kate Moss, and every street-style star worth their paparazzi flash, it sold out instantly and cemented its place in fashion history.

Nearly two decades later, creative director Chemena Kamali re-launched the Paddington during the Fall25 show, styled on the arm of perennial British It-girl Alexa Chung. Following the presentation in March, Google searches have spiked, hinting at another likely sell-out this September. New-gen tastemakers like actress Daisy Edgar-Jones have already embraced it, proving some icons truly endure.

What makes the new Paddington special? Its signature details remain: oversized lock, supple leather with a lived-in appeal, stitched top handles, and a softly structured body ready for everyday essentials. What’s new is its significantly reduced weight, a practical update for daily wear as well as an opportunity to accessorize it with trendy bag charms, like a faux-fur tail as shown on the runway. It’s this perfect clash of luxury craftsmanship and effortless ease that makes the Paddington a phenomenon, and why its comeback feels less like a revival and more like an inevitability.