Handbags
Apr 4, 2022

The Anti-Trend Bag That Is Cool, Low-Key, and Prada Approved

by Kristen Nichols

I think a lot about my first designer-bag purchase. After considering the piece for months and saving up when I was younger, I finally splurged and invested in a Prada nylon messenger bag. Finished with a long strap, a front buckle, and the brand's signature triangle logo, it was perfect and very well loved. I carried it everywhere and still do to this day. Durable, utilitarian, and anti-trend, it's a piece that stands the test of time and stands up to the ever-fleeting nature of trends.

While Prada's nylon bags have been cool since the '90s and will never go out of style, they're in focus in a big way right now. Nylon is a big part of the brand's heritage and has been reinvigorated by the Prada Re-Nylon project that is converting all the production of virgin nylon to regenerated nylon—making the pieces more sustainable and more in-demand than ever. Whether you want to invest in a designer bag or find a more affordable style to add to your cart, there are so many great pieces on the market. Ahead are the coolest nylon bags to have on your radar right now.

Nylon shoulder bags

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@pradanylon

The silhouette meant to be worn from day to night.

Prada Vintage 2000s Shoulder Bag

Vintage 2000s Shoulder Bag

It doesn't get cooler than an actual vintage piece from the aughts.

Yikoee Nylon Shoulder Bag

Nylon Shoulder Bag

Yes to this shade of brown.

Brother Vellies Naomi Nylon Shoulder Bag

Brother Vellies

Naomi Nylon Shoulder Bag

Brother Vellies designed this in a range of cool shades.

Yikoee Nylon Shoulder Bag

Nylon Shoulder Bag

Such a great Amazon find.

Nylon backpacks

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@pradanylon

When a backpack isn't just a backpack…

Prada Medium Nylon Backpack

Medium Nylon Backpack

This will forever be on my wish list.

Zara Nylon Mini Backpack

Nylon Mini Backpack

I'm here for this two-tone style.

Madewell Travel Nylon Backpack

Travel Nylon Backpack

Such a great shade of olive.

Prada Nylon Mini Bag

This mini size is perfect.

Nylon tote bags

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@filomena_makeup

This will carry everything you need to bring with you for the day and is extra durable for when you're on the go.

Padded Logo Plaque Tote Bag

I've been on the hunt for a new tote, and yet again, I'm falling for a Prada piece.

Logo Shopper Tote

This will fit everything you need.

Staud Felix Nylon Tote

Felix Nylon Tote

Finished with a cool toggle tie.

Eéra Large Moonbag Nylon Handbag

Large Moonbag Nylon Handbag

You'll want to see a close-up of the clasp.

Nylon crossbody bags

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@kristenmarienichols

Here, I'm wearing the original Prada nylon bag I purchased years and years ago.

Prada Nylon Shoulder Bag

Nylon Shoulder Bag

A cool micro take on the silhouette.

Nylon laptop bags

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@anoukyve

If you're returning to the office, you'll want to check these out.

If you're looking for the ultimate laptop bag, this is it.

Rag & Bone Revival Nylon Tote

Revival Nylon Tote

These grommets feel very '90s.

Tory Burch Nylon Ella Tote

Nylon Ella Tote

To fit your laptop and everything else.