A top-handle bag is a must-have for anyone building their designer bag collection. Through the decades, its classic silhouette has endured the ever-changing tides of fashion, proving to be a functional investment that can last a lifetime. Whether you’re heading to a formal event or strolling through the city, a reliable arm candy effortlessly adds an air of sophistication to any type of outfit.
Among the luxury handbag options available today, Celine’s Nino bag embodies the understated elegance of this iconic style. With its sleek, structured design, this boxy purse features the brand’s signature Triomphe emblem on its facade (If you adore the Celine Triomphe bag, the Nino is definitely a must-see). A classic in every sense of the word, it’s a piece that feels equally at home in the arms of a style-savvy city dweller or tucked under the arm of a red carpet regular.
What is the Celine Nino Bag?
The Nino bag first debuted during the Parisian house’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection, La Collection De L’Arc De Triomphe (The Arc de Triomphe Collection), revealed back in April. Under then-creative director Hedi Slimane’s direction, the top handle bag takes on a structured, slightly rounded rectangular shape, highlighted by the iconic Triomphe clasp in gold-tone hardware. Crafted from premium calfskin leather by Celine’s skilled artisans, the Nino comes in both grained and glossy finishes.
Fixed with a sturdy top handle, the Nino bag is also a versatile piece designed to be styled in multiple ways. Each unit comes with a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap, allowing it to be carried by hand, over the shoulder, or as a crossbody bag.
Inside, the bag is equipped with a central zipped pocket, alongside two expandable compartments and three flat interior pockets for added organization. It also rests on four gold-tone metal studded feet, a key element that ensures the bag is safe from scratches or any surface damage.
How Much Is the Celine Nino Bag?
In the Philippines, Celine's Nino bags are priced between P175,000 and P220,000, depending on size and choice of leather. Available in two sizes—the Medium and Teen—the bag is offered in several leather finishes, including supple calfskin, high-shine calfskin, patent leather, and canvas.
The Medium
The Medium Nino has dimensions of 25 cm (length) x 17.5 (height) x 10 cm (width). Priced at P220,000 apiece, this larger version comes in supple and shiny calfskin, available in three color options: black, pale beige, and a grayish hue of purple called “Pebble.”
Medium Nino Bag in Supple Calfskin - Black, P220,000, CELINE, celine.com
Medium Nino Bag in Supple Calfskin - Pebble, P220,000, CELINE, celine.com
Medium Nino Bag in Shiny Calfskin - Pale Beige, P220,000, CELINE, celine.com
The Teen
The more compact Teen Nino measures 20.5 cm in length, 13 cm in height, and 8 cm in width. Retailing from P175,000 to P195,000, it offers a broader range of finishes, including canvas and patent calfskin, in addition to the signature supple and shiny calfskin. The color selection includes black, pale beige, and more playful hues like the mauvey Vintage Rose and Cappuccino, a muted brown shade.
Teen Nino Bag in Triomphe Canvas - Tan, P175,000, CELINE, celine.com
Teen Nino Bag in Patent Calfskin - White Cotton, P195,000, CELINE, celine.com
Teen Nino Bag in Shiny Calfskin - Vintage Rose, P195,000, CELINE, celine.com
Teen Nino Bag in Supple Calfskin - Cappuccino, P195,000, CELINE, celine.com
Where to Buy Celine Nino Bags in the Philippines
Locally, Celine has physical boutiques located in Greenbelt 3 in Makati, The Shoppes at Solaire in Parañaque, and at their newest Cebu outpost, The Mall at NUSTAR. Alternatively, shoppers can visit Celine’s official website at celine.com to purchase the piece online purchases.
How to Wear the Celine Nino Bag, As Seen on Style Stars
Danielle Marsh of NewJeans
NewJeans’ Danielle Marsh keeps cozy in a chunky knit sweater and brown velvet pants, accessorized with the Teen-sized Celine Nino in brown teddy shearling.
Suzy Bae
Singer-actress and Celine global ambassador Suzy Bae sports a chic all-black leather number, featuring the Nino bag in black supple calfskin.
Lee Sungkyung
K-drama actress Lee Sungkyung tops off her laidback mini skirt suit set with the Nino bag in black shiny calfskin leather.
Anne Curtis
Adding a hint of contrast to her all-black number, Anne Curtis sports the medium Nino in white shiny calfskin leather.
Pia Wurtzbach
At New York Fashion Week, Pia Wurtzbach brings a hint of edge to her floral-printed Carolina Herrera dress, complemented by black patent knee-high boots, a thick belt, and the Celine Nino in black shiny calfskin.
Justine Llarena
Model Justine Llarena channels the quintessential Celine look with a crisp white suit set, matched with the Celine Nino in black patent leather.
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