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Discover our carefully authenticated selection of vintage Jacquemus pieces: Le Chiquito and Le Bambino bags, linen and cotton ready-to-wear, straw hats, shoes and rare archive pieces from Simon Porte Jacquemus's collections. Every piece is hand-evaluated by our team on avenue Louise and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Because Jacquemus is not just a brand — it is the most joyful and poetic voice in contemporary French fashion.

The history of Jacquemus, from Provence to Paris

Founded in 2009 in Paris by Simon Porte Jacquemus, the house is one of the most remarkable stories in contemporary fashion. Born in 1990 in Mallemort, a small village in Provence, Jacquemus moved to Paris at 18 following the death of his mother — to whom the house is named, Jacquemus being her maiden name. With no formal fashion training and almost no resources, he showed his first collection at just 19.

Through a combination of exceptional visual instinct, a deeply personal connection to the landscape and light of Provence, and a mastery of social media communication that defined the Instagram era of fashion, Jacquemus became one of the most talked-about designers in the world. His shows — held in lavender fields, salt flats, wheat fields and the corridors of Versailles — became events that transcended fashion week. The turning point came in 2018 with the Le Chiquito bag: a tiny, sculptural mini bag that became the most viral fashion object of the year and made Jacquemus a global name.

Iconic Jacquemus pieces

Le Chiquito bag

Introduced in 2018, Le Chiquito is one of the most instantly recognisable bags in contemporary fashion. Its tiny, structured body, single top handle and flap closure give it a sculptural quality that makes it as much art object as bag. Available in Nano, Mini, Moyen and Long sizes. The original Chiquito in tan leather from the SS2019 collection — the season that launched it into global consciousness — is already a collector's piece.

Le Bambino bag

A slightly larger evolution of the Chiquito concept, the Bambino offers more practical capacity while retaining the sculptural, handle-forward silhouette. Available in leather, raffia and a wide range of seasonal colorways, it is one of Jacquemus's most versatile and consistently popular designs.

Le Petit Bambino and Le Grand Bambino

The Bambino family has expanded to include a miniature and an oversized version, giving customers a full spectrum of sizes within a single coherent design language. Early versions in seasonal colorways that have since been discontinued are sought-after by collectors.

Linen and cotton ready-to-wear

Jacquemus ready-to-wear is defined by its lightness, Mediterranean colour palette and celebration of the female form. Linen dresses, cotton blouses, wide-leg trousers and asymmetric tops in cream, terracotta, lavender and sage green evoke the light of Provence. Pieces from the first decade of the house (2009–2019) are increasingly difficult to find in excellent condition.

Straw and raffia accessories

Straw hats, raffia bags and woven accessories are a signature of Jacquemus's summer collections. Early versions in natural materials, before the house began producing at larger scale, are particularly prized.

Shoes

Jacquemus shoes — mules, espadrilles, sandals and distinctive sculptural heels — complement the house's ready-to-wear with the same Mediterranean lightness and formal simplicity. The Les Rond Carré mule and the Noli espadrille are among the most collectible footwear pieces on the secondary market.

How to authenticate a Jacquemus piece

Authenticating a Jacquemus piece requires the examination of several combined criteria. Here are the 7 checkpoints we systematically verify in our atelier on avenue Louise.

1. The interior label

All Jacquemus bags carry a sewn interior label reading "Jacquemus" in a distinctive clean sans-serif typeface, with "Made in Italy" below. The typography is precise — the Jacquemus wordmark has specific proportions that should be exactly reproduced.

2. The serial number and authenticity card

Jacquemus bags carry a serial number stamped on an interior leather tag. Since 2020, the house has implemented QR codes on some pieces. An authenticity card accompanies bags sold in boutique.

3. The leather quality

Jacquemus bags are produced in Italy from good-quality leathers: smooth and consistent, with a natural scent, neither plasticky nor excessively stiff. Colour should be deep and even.

4. The hardware

Jacquemus hardware — the distinctive curved closure of the Chiquito, rings and clasps — is in solid metal with a clean, consistent finish. Gold or silver tone should be uniform across all metal elements.

5. The stitching and construction

Stitching is precise and regular, with a matched thread colour. The Chiquito's distinctive trapezoidal body should hold its shape cleanly. Any deviation from precise geometric proportions is suspicious.

6. The proportions

The Chiquito's proportions are highly specific: handle length, body dimensions and flap overlap are all precisely defined. Counterfeit Chiquitos often err in one or more of these proportions — particularly the handle, which on authentic pieces has an exact curve and attachment point.

7. The ready-to-wear label

Jacquemus ready-to-wear carries a sewn label with the house name, composition and care instructions. For earlier collection pieces (2009–2015), the label design was simpler — research the specific label format for the era you are authenticating.

Our method: at Les Enfants d'Édouard, every piece undergoes a three-stage examination — visual inspection, technical verification (label, serial number, leather, hardware, proportions) and cross-referencing against our reference database. Every authenticated piece comes with our certificate of authenticity.

Size guide

Jacquemus bag size guide
Model	Dimensions	Best for
Le Chiquito Nano	8 × 6 × 4 cm	Art object / statement
Le Chiquito Mini	12 × 8 × 5 cm	Evening
Le Chiquito Moyen	18 × 15 × 8 cm	Light day bag
Le Bambino	24 × 18 × 6 cm	Versatile day bag
Le Bambino Long	28 × 11 × 7 cm	Evening / cross-body
Le Grand Bambino	35 × 27 × 10 cm	Full day bag

Ready-to-wear: sizing

Jacquemus uses French sizing: 34 (XS), 36 (S), 38 (M), 40 (L), 42 (XL). The house's cuts tend to be body-conscious and Mediterranean in spirit. Always verify measurements when buying secondhand, particularly for structured pieces like blazers and tailored dresses.

Why invest in a vintage Jacquemus piece

Jacquemus's secondary market has developed rapidly since the Chiquito's viral moment in 2018. Early pieces — particularly ready-to-wear from the first decade (2009–2019) and the original Chiquito in rare colorways — are already being collected as historical artefacts of one of fashion's most significant contemporary stories. A Chiquito that retailed for around €450 now trades at between €250 and €700 depending on colorway, condition and season. Three factors make Jacquemus an interesting vintage investment: cultural significance (the house's story gives its archive pieces a narrative value that transcends the objects themselves), limited production (early pieces were produced in small quantities increasingly difficult to source), and design longevity (the Chiquito and Bambino have proven to be genuinely enduring designs).

For those wishing to sell a Jacquemus piece, we offer an expert consignment service.

Our Jacquemus selection in Brussels, avenue Louise

Our boutique Les Enfants d'Édouard, 175 avenue Louise, 1050 Brussels, carries a curated selection of authenticated vintage Jacquemus. We welcome you Tuesday to Saturday and offer private appointments.

Care and maintenance of your Jacquemus pieces

For leather bags, store in the original dust bag with acid-free tissue paper. Clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Condition once or twice a year with a colourless leather cream. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.

For linen and cotton ready-to-wear, wash at 30°C on a delicate cycle or hand wash. Iron while slightly damp on a low setting. Linen will naturally wrinkle — this is part of the fabric's character.

For straw and raffia accessories, keep away from moisture. Store in a cool, dry place. Never fold or crush straw hats — store on a hat stand or in a box shaped to the crown.

Frequently asked questions about vintage Jacquemus

How do I recognise an authentic Jacquemus Chiquito?

A sewn interior label reading "Jacquemus / Made in Italy" in a precise sans-serif typeface, a serial number on an interior leather tag, consistent good-quality leather with a natural scent, solid hardware in an even gold or silver tone, precise geometric proportions (particularly the handle curve and body dimensions), regular stitching in a matched thread colour, and clean, precise overall construction.

Do Jacquemus pieces appreciate in value?

Yes, particularly the original Chiquito from the 2018–2020 collections in rare colorways, early ready-to-wear from the first decade (2009–2019), and limited-edition pieces. The house's cultural significance is growing as its story becomes better understood.

Which Jacquemus pieces are most sought-after?

The Chiquito Moyen in the original tan leather (SS2019), the Bambino and Bambino Long in rare seasonal colorways, linen dresses and blouses from early collections (2010–2018), straw hats and raffia accessories from summer collections, and shoes from the sculptural heel series.

What warranty do you offer on Jacquemus pieces?

Every piece is guaranteed 100% authentic, with a certificate of authenticity and 14 days to return (return shipping costs excluded).