Bella Hadid champions Valentino’s boho revival in the Nellcôte bag, blending Western influences and urban sophistication.
By Celebrity Editorial Staff
Bella Hadid, style icon and beauty entrepreneur, continues to evolve her effortlessly chic aesthetic—this time, in the heart of New York City. On March 25th, she was photographed carrying the coveted Valentino Garavani Nellcôte bag from Alessandro Michele’s Spring-Summer 2025 Pavillon des Folies collection, proving once again her ability to marry elegance with modern sensibilities.
Effortless Elevation
Hadid's street style has long been celebrated, but her latest appearance marks a sophisticated evolution of her signature look. The supermodel paired the rich chocolate-brown suede Valentino Garavani Nellcôte bag, adorned with silver studs and a tactile finish, with a minimalist ensemble that lets the accessory shine.
Opting for a pristine white tank top and coordinating cashmere cardigan (from her sister Gigi Hadid’s Guest in Residence line), Hadid balanced simplicity with thoughtfulness, allowing the Valentino Garavani bag to take center stage. Paired with high-waisted barrel jeans, this look exemplifies the current approach to accessorizing—where less spectacle and more substance reign.
Cowgirl Cool Meets Boho Revival
Hadid’s look is also a nod to the current wave of Western and bohemian influences. With her partner, professional equestrian Adan Banuelos, she’s embraced a more Western-inflected lifestyle, frequently seen in Texas where they live together. The Nellcôte bag’s Western-inspired detailing resonates perfectly with this chapter of her life.
Her styling reflects this hybrid aesthetic: deep brown cowboy boots with white embroidery echo the bag’s silver hardware, while a leather belt with triangular cutouts adds further depth to the look. Despite these Western elements, Hadid maintains a sophisticated, urban feel, steering clear of costume territory through restrained choices.
The New Nostalgia
Today’s boho revival differs from its predecessors in its selectivity. Hadid’s incorporation of early-2000s elements—oversized silver hoops, skinny oval sunglasses, and a tousled updo—feels contemporary and elevated, not derivative. These choices are an acknowledgment of fashion's cyclical nature, without being a direct throwback.
Her silver key pendant necklace offers a savvy nod to Y2K accessorizing, maintaining the delicate balance between nostalgia and modernity. This approach is emblematic of the most compelling style movements today—drawing inspiration from the past without being beholden to it.
A Tale of Two Valentino Moments
Hadid’s Valentino Garavani moment stands in contrast to Alexa Chung’s endorsement of the Nellcôte bag just days earlier, though both supermodels share a love for the accessory. While Chung styled the bag with a more polished, boho-chic look—a crisp Oxford shirt and leather bomber jacket—Hadid’s interpretation is more relaxed, with a laid-back, West Coast inflection.
The Verdict
Bella Hadid’s effortless championing of the Nellcôte bag confirms what many fashion insiders have anticipated: Valentino is set to dominate the accessories conversation this season. The bag's appearance on two distinct style icons within days of each other signals its upcoming ubiquity and remarkable versatility.
As Michele’s Pavillon des Folies collection reaches consumers, the Nellcôte bag stands as its most compelling ambassador—a tactile embodiment of how thoughtfully considered bohemian elements can elevate even the most straightforward ensembles.