Spotted

Handbags of the Paddock

Helmet bag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

The Monza paddock featured plenty of standout handbags over the Italian Grand Prix weekend. From iconic Italian fashion houses and luxury classics to some far more unusual designs, here are a few of the bags that particularly caught Kym’s eye.

Christian Dior Lady D-Lite handbag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

Among the hustle and bustle of the Monza paddock, this elegant Christian Dior Lady D-Lite stood out. Its colourful floral design is complemented by the signature “Christian Dior” band across the front, making it instantly recognisable.

Valentino handbag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

Pretty in pink, this quilted Valentino bag was the next to catch Kym’s eye. Its signature Rockstud detailing and gold chain give it plenty of character, and if you’re looking to add one to your collection, expect to pay more than AUD $2,000.

Fendi bag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

Finished in “Mercury Blue”, this Fendi Peekaboo features an intricate interlaced leather design that puts a distinctive spin on one of the Italian fashion house’s best-known bags.

Louis Vuitton bag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

There was little chance of this next bag going unnoticed in the paddock. This Louis Vuitton Vanity Chain Pouch features an incredibly reflective mirrored finish — stare at it for too long in the Monza sunshine and you might start seeing spots!

Fuchsia Pinks, helmet-shaped handbag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This next bag was a standout for obvious reasons. You don’t often see handbags shaped like racing helmets, let alone bright orange ones. But if you can’t carry an orange, helmet-shaped bag in a Formula 1 paddock, then where can you? The brand is Fuchsia Pinks, and if the Hamilton design isn’t for you, they also do a Leclerc design.

Anekke Amazonia bag at the Italian GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

“Colours are the smiles of nature”is embroidered across this Anekke Amazonia crossbody bag. The phrase is surrounded by intricate illustrations and stitching featuring butterflies, flowers, and a young girl, making it one of the more detailed bags Kym spotted over the weekend.


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