Emily in Paris and Kate Middleton rarely share the same style. While the Princess of Wales is more demure and regal, Emily is often the opposite of that with vibrant colour clashes, bold prints and theatrical accessories aplenty. And yet, we’ve found one bag brand sitting firmly in both of their wardrobes: Polène.

Founded in France in 2016, the label is now famous for what it describes as ‘minimalist beauty through unique design’. Think chic sculptural bags crafted from Spanish and Italian leather and modern twists on old classics – the bestselling extra large shopper, Cyme, being a prime example. And they’ve proven incredibly popular with Polène stores popping up in Paris, New York, Tokyo, Seoul and soon-to-be London at the end of this year. So, clearly, Emily and Kate Middleton are far from the only fans of the brand.

'We are very lucky to have several bestsellers, we do not have one standout design,' says Antoine Mothay, Polène’s CEO. 'We do not jump on passing trends, which is quite rare for a leather goods brand,'  And one scroll of social media will prove just how popular these designs truly are.

Really, the brand combines fashion and functionality so seamlessly that these chic pieces can work for almost any occasion while offering a timeless quiet luxury look. Plus, as Mothay stresses, despite the relatively modest price point compared to some leather accessories labels, each piece is truly made to last by a team of more than 700 craftsmen building each Polène bag in Spain. So, if you too wish to add one of these bags to your wardrobe, the below styles are currently gaining the most traction.

← How Polène Made Its Handbags Go Viral on TikTok
→ why is polene so popular？