Known for its era-defining designs and signature details, Gucci’s extensive bag archives are packed to the brim with inspiring authenticity. And the Jackie 1961 collection is one recent example. 

You can always judge how successful a bag is going to be by whether it instantly turns into the most coveted must-have that survives beyond a single season. In <a href="https://www.lofficielmalaysia.com/fashion-week/alessandro-michele-cast-his-design-team-as-the-faces-of-gucci-epilogue">Gucci&rsquo;s</a> whimsical, retro and inclusive universe, there are numerous collections of them that are masterfully crafted for both men and women. The latest is the <a href="https://www.lofficielmalaysia.com/fashion/the-story-of-gucci-jackie-1961-retold-by-cherrie-ashley-silas">Jackie 1961</a> &ndash; a hobo bag introduced in 1961 that became very popular in the 60s and 70s &ndash; which creative director Alessandro Michele unveiled at the <a href="https://www.lofficielmalaysia.com/fashion-week/alessandro-michele-cast-his-design-team-as-the-faces-of-gucci-epilogue">Gucci Autumn/Winter 2020</a> women&rsquo;s and men&rsquo;s fashion shows.

Prior to that, Gucci rereleased the unisex GG Marmont belt bag. Part of the Gucci Pre-Fall 2017 collection, Michele pulled inspiration for the bag from an archival buckle design from the fashion powerhouse. Adopting the softly structured shape, clean lines and sumptuous quilting that of its predecessors, the bag features the reinterpreted double GG emblem of Gucci&rsquo;s 80s heyday &ndash; and fitted with a leather belt which allows it to ride high on the waist.

The design versatility makes it the perfect companion to a preppy gentleman&rsquo;s wardrobe as it does to a quirky lady&rsquo;s blouse and skirt ensemble.

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The chevron quilting made in Italy (where else?) is an extraordinary piece of work. Naturally, the bag <a href="https://www.lofficielmalaysia.com/fashion/the-story-of-gucci-jackie-1961-retold-by-cherrie-ashley-silas">melds functionality and beauty with a wide variety of shade and material options</a>. As Gucci is famed for its daring colour schemes, it comes as no surprise that an assortment of different hues can be found in the GG Marmont 2.0 collection.

We like the look of contrasting a subdued bag with a bold statement-making ensemble and vice versa &ndash; as much as putting together a monochromatic look.

Adorable details such as the embroidered hearts on the back add to the style and sophistication of the bag. And how could anyone talk about the GG Marmont collection without bringing up the Gucci Ghost Bag, masterminded in collaboration with Canadian snowboarder Trouble Andrew?

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Then, there is the Gucci Print leather belt bag. A 90s streetwear staple, without a doubt, belt bags have come a long way from being stylishly accessory strapped around the waist to slowly but surely creeping up north the body. With rappers (possibly the most significant driving forces for the style) being instrumental in cementing its status in the mainstream, the non-binary gender identity of belt bags has become more and more apparent.

Inspired by retro prints of the 80s, the Gucci logo is emphasised. The vintage-style pattern is shown on the front of the belt bag made of supple, textured leather. It comes with an adjustable nylon Web strap &ndash; with plastic buckle closure and a zipper closure &ndash; which is fashionably appropriate to be worn as a belt on the waist as it is a crossbody bag.

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At the Gucci Resort 2020 show in 2019, Michele debuted the Gucci 1955 Horsebit bag, a style recreated from an archival design from more than six decades ago. It&rsquo;s impossible to miss the distinctive metal detail of the Horsebit that take reference from the equestrian world, marking the first time Michele used it since taking the creative helm of Gucci in 2015. The collection is consisted of a shoulder bag, messenger bag and bucket bag &ndash; offered in various fabrications, from leather and exotic skin to monogrammed canvas.

This year, Gucci is presenting one of the Maison&rsquo;s most celebrated styles &ndash; the Jackie 1961. A resurgence of yet another iconic archive collection &ndash; this time, from the 60s &ndash; that signifies an era of the carefree spirit as it was designed as a genderless bag right from the very onset. Did you know? Gucci changed the name of the bag from &ldquo;Fifties Constance&rdquo; to &ldquo;Jackie&rdquo; when the fashionable former First Lady of the United States, Jacqueline Kennedy was often photographed carrying one.

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A pivotal member of the Gucci bag family, the Jackie has been reinterpreted a couple of times over the years, with the most impactful comeback made by Tom Ford in 1999, and most recently, Michele at Gucci&rsquo;s Autumn/Winter 2020 shows. Blending the past and the future into one distinct non-binary vision, the relaxed and relatively unstructured bag, which come in three sizes &ndash; medium, small and mini &ndash; in black and red leather as well as GG Supreme canvas with Web stripe.

Additionally, the small and mini are available in assorted leather colours including neutral-coloured python as well as pastel hues like lilac, buttercream, light blue and pale pink. A detachable shoulder strap magnifies the new Jackie&rsquo;s flexible personality, and at the same time, the signature piston strap closure positioned right at the centre enhances it with a sense of excitement.

This newest evolution of the Jackie in its most original form, which at the same time, exudes a completely innovative character is evident that the Jackie 1961 bag style is here to stay.

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Photography: Anton Gottlob

Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gucci.com/us/en/st/capsule/jackie-1961">gucci.com</a>&nbsp;to find out more.

The return of Gucci Jackie bag (and the gents are obsessed!)

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