Christian Dior has produced more genuinely iconic bag designs than almost any other luxury house — the Lady Dior (1994, named by Princess Diana), the Saddle bag (1999, revived 2018), the Book Tote (2018), and the 30 Montaigne (named after the founder’s original Paris address). The Dior Saddle at 49,500 monthly searches leads this cluster as the most searched Dior bag. At The Brands Villa, the authenticated Dior range covers the complete 30 Montaigne family and Bobby East-West Bag — 20 pieces from $1,227 to $4,000 with worldwide duty-paid shipping. The full Dior bags at The Brands Villa is the starting point.
The Dior Saddle Bag — 49,500 Monthly Searches
The Dior Saddle bag is the most searched Dior bag product — and one of the most culturally layered luxury bag stories. John Galliano introduced the Saddle in 1999 during his tenure as Dior’s creative director (1996-2011) — a D-shaped bag that literally evokes a horse saddle, with a curved lower edge and the ‘D’ of Dior at the front clasp. The Saddle was widely purchased and widely photographed in the early 2000s before being quietly discontinued. During the 2010s it became a highly coveted vintage piece — reaching prices of $3,000-$6,000 on Vestiaire Collective and The RealReal for pieces in excellent condition. Maria Grazia Chiuri revived the Saddle in 2018 as part of her creative directorship — the revival was one of the most culturally significant single bag re-launches in luxury fashion history. The Saddle is available in leather, Oblique canvas, and the Dior Oblique jacquard in Mini, Small, and Large. Prices: Mini approximately $2,900-$3,200; Small $3,500-$4,500. The Saddle is not in the current BV Dior range — available from dior.com, Net-a-Porter, Harrods, and Dior boutiques.
The Lady Dior — the Most Iconic Dior Bag
The Lady Dior was introduced in 1994 and renamed in honour of Princess Diana, who received one as a gift from the French government and was photographed carrying it at virtually every public appearance. The bag features the Cannage quilted diamond pattern — inspired by the Napoleon III chairs in Christian Dior’s atelier — and four metal charms that spell D-I-O-R, hanging from the two handles. It is available in Mini (the most purchased), Small, Medium, and Large, in a vast colour range from the classic black to seasonal limited editions. The Mini Lady Dior in lamb leather at approximately $3,500-$4,500 is the most widely purchased size. The Lady Dior is not in the current BV Dior range — available from dior.com, Selfridges, Harrods, and Dior boutiques globally.
The Dior Book Tote
The Book Tote was introduced by Maria Grazia Chiuri in 2018 and became one of the most commercially successful Dior bag designs in decades. It is a large, flat, open-top tote in the Dior Oblique jacquard or Toile de Jouy print — wide enough to carry an A4 document flat. The defining feature is personalisation: the buyer’s initials are embroidered on the interior in a contrasting thread colour, making each Book Tote unique to its owner. The Book Tote sits at approximately $2,900-$3,500 and is available in a wide range of seasonal prints and materials. It is not in the current BV Dior range.
The Dior 30 Montaigne Family — the BV Collection
The Dior 30 Montaigne range at The Brands Villa covers seven distinct formats. The
The Dior Bobby East-West Bag
The Dior Bobby East-West Bag at $3,600 at The Brands Villa (two colourways) is a semi-structured hobo bag with a chain strap and the CD logo clasp — introduced circa 2020. The Bobby’s relaxed, slouchy silhouette provides an alternative to the more architectural 30 Montaigne family within the same price tier. The
Dior Bag Price Range — Full Overview
| Product | Price (USD) |
| 30 Montaigne Dea Pouch (×4 colourways) | $1,227 each |
| 30 Montaigne East-West Bag with Chain (×5) | $3,500 each |
| 30 Montaigne Box Bag | $3,600 |
| Dior Bobby East-West Bag (×2) | $3,600 each |
| 30 Montaigne Avenue Bag (×2) | $3,700 each |
| 30 Montaigne Bag (×4 colourways) | $4,000 each |
| 30 Montaigne Chain Bag (×2) | $4,000 each |
| Dior Saddle (Mini, not in BV) | from ~$2,900 |
| Lady Dior Mini (not in BV) | from ~$3,500 |
| Dior Book Tote (not in BV) | from ~$2,900 |
All BV prices include free worldwide shipping with duties paid. The Dea Pouch at $1,227 is the most accessible authenticated Dior bag at The Brands Villa. The Saddle, Lady Dior, and Book Tote are available from dior.com and authorised retailers but not currently in BV stock.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dior Bags
What is the Dior Saddle bag?
Introduced by John Galliano in 1999, discontinued, revived by Maria Grazia Chiuri in 2018. D-shaped, horse-saddle-inspired. Mini ~$2,900-$3,200; Small ~$3,500-$4,500. From dior.com.
What is the Lady Dior bag?
Dior’s most iconic bag (1994), named after Princess Diana. Cannage quilted diamond pattern, four D-I-O-R charms. Mini ~$3,500-$4,500. From dior.com and boutiques.
What is the Dior 30 Montaigne bag?
Named after Christian Dior’s original address (30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris). Clean structured bag with CD logo clasp. At The Brands Villa: Dea Pouch $1,227 to 30 Montaigne Bag $4,000. All worldwide duty-paid.
What Dior bags are at The Brands Villa?
20 pieces: Dea Pouch ($1,227 ×4), East-West with Chain ($3,500 ×5), Box ($3,600), Bobby ($3,600 ×2), Avenue ($3,700 ×2), 30 Montaigne Bag ($4,000 ×4), Chain Bag ($4,000 ×2). All worldwide duty-paid.
What is the Dior Book Tote?
A large flat tote in Oblique jacquard or Toile de Jouy print — personalised with embroidered initials. Introduced 2018 by Maria Grazia Chiuri. From ~$2,900-$3,500.