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Since its founding in 2016, Khaite has gained a serious and stylish following for its understated chic, minimalist clothing and focused point of view. Founded by Catherine Holstein, the brand is just over a decade old but has become a true icon of New York fashion.
The Best Khaite Bags to Buy Now:
When Holstein decided to launch bags in 2019, she held her first show in Brooklyn, pairing surreal puff-sleeved gowns and romantic suede fringed jackets with simple leather totes, cool cross-body bags and chic little clutches. “I travel a lot now and it’s hard to find the right bag – one that’s big enough [for all of my things]or small enough to fit into a larger bag… I’m always trying to downsize,” she told Fashion then. Since then, Holstein has continued to introduce bags on the runway, making accessories a key focus for the brand.
Not surprisingly, Khaite’s bags have since become a favorite among It-girls and celebrities alike, with the likes of Katie Holmes, Jennifer Lawrence, Kendall Jenner and more sporting the brand’s streamlined construction bags when out and about. What the brand brings to the world of bags is an understanding of trend, wearability and luxury. The design is permeated with understated elegance, earning it an “if you know it, you know it” comment from those in the fashion industry.
Khaite makes its bags in Italy, using premium materials like pebbled leather, buttery suede, sustainably sourced raffia, and eye-catching accents like zebra-print pony hair and custom exotics. The Art Deco-style hardware is plated in 18-karat gold, adding a jewel-like shine. Read on for the most famous Khaite bags.
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The Cate bag is your go-to Khaite stylish, ladylike handbag. First launched on the Fall 2024 runways, it features beautifully sculpted leather handles and a gorgeous Art Kiss lock clasp. The medium-sized shape makes it ideal for running errands or an evening out. The best part about the Cate is the variety: It’s available in a range of neutral calfskin, or in linen with leather trims. For the more adventurous, there’s gorgeous python, glass crocodile in a variety of jewel tones, and eye-catching pony hair in alluring mustard yellow and zebra effects. No wonder it’s a favorite among It girls, including Elsa Hosk.
