The first Monday in May always marks the Met Gala—one of the biggest events in the fashion industry. Aside from the runways, it's a key places editors keep an eye out for inspiration and trends, from the red carpet to the after-parties.
Hunter Schafer wore one of our team's favorite red carpet looks of the night, which was a custom Prada gown inspired by Gustav Klimt's "Mäda Primavesi." Then, for the Saint Laurent after-party at People's Bar in New York City, she changed into a custom dress by emerging British designer Steve O Smith and carried one particular accessory: Prada's Wish Pouch.
That made me think back to the Italian luxury house's S/S 26 runway show, where the bag appeared multiple times throughout the collection, taking an essentials-only approach to dressing: phone, keys, wallet. The silhouette comes in three materials—silk, Re-Nylon, and leather—and in a range of shades including black, gray, orange, blue, brown, and a now-sold-out pink.
Pouches also appeared at Loewe's, Miu Miu's, and Valentino's spring/summer 2026 shows and even at Celine's F/W 26 presentation—a nostalgic eveningwear aesthetic reminiscent of the dainty styles dating back to the late 18th century.
Below, shop Prada's It bag for summer 2026 along with more designer pouches from Bottega Veneta, Chloé, Saint Laurent, The Row, and more.
On Prada's S/S 26 Runway
On Hunter Schafer
Shop Prada's Wish Pouch
Shop More Designer Pouches
