Cover Taylor Swift is one of the many A-list stars spotted with the Dior Cigale bag

Since its debut at the Dior SS 2026 show, the Dior Cigale bag that marks Jonathan Anderson’s fresh take on the House’s heritage has caught the attention of stars from Rihanna to Taylor Swift

Is the Dior Cigale the new “It girl” bag?

Spotted on some of our favourite celebrities—including newlywed Mrs Kelce, Taylor Swift—the Dior Cigale is quickly becoming one of the season’s most coveted accessories.

Read more: The new Dior Cigale bag presents newness and heritage in one delicate package 

First unveiled at the Dior Spring/Summer 2026 Show, Jonathan Anderson’s latest creation for the House brings together couture-inspired craftsmanship with a modern and effortless appeal.

Drawing inspiration from Christian Dior’s iconic La Cigale dress from the Autumn/Winter 1952/1953 Haute Couture collection, the bag reimagines a piece of fashion history for a new generation.

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Above The Dior Cigale drew inspirations from the La Cigale dress from 1950s Haute Couture collection
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Above Jonathan Anderson brings together couture-inspired craftsmanship with a modern appeal

Beyond its sculptural structure, the Dior Cigale comes in a palette designed to suit every style personality. From timeless neutrals like black and trench beige, to heritage-inspired moiré grey, and delicate tones of icy blue and rose soupir, as well as bolder shades of burgundy, chocolate and butter yellow—each colour brings its own expression to the design.

Perhaps it is this balance of elegance and individuality, paired with its distinctive single-handle silhouette that makes the Dior Cigale so captivating.

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From Rihanna to Taylor Swift, here are the global stars who have made the Dior Cigale their own, including Malaysian actress, Scha Alyahya, who shared her love for the Dior Cigale in a recent conversation with us.

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Rihanna

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BGUK_3473075 - Paris, FRANCE  Rihanna visits the Dior boutique, which has been privatised for her, on the sidelines of Paris Fashion Week on 28 January 2026.

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BGUK_3473075 - Paris, FRANCE  Rihanna visits the Dior boutique, which has been privatised for her, on the sidelines of Paris Fashion Week on 28 January 2026.

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Taylor Hill

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 13: Taylor Russell attends the Dior Cruise 2027 at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on May 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Christian Dior)
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 13: Taylor Russell attends the Dior Cruise 2027 at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on May 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Christian Dior)

Sabrina Carpenter

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 13: Sabrina Carpenter attends the Dior Cruise 2027 at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on May 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Christian Dior)
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 13: Sabrina Carpenter attends the Dior Cruise 2027 at Los Angeles County Museum of Art on May 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Christian Dior)

Jiso

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Lily Allen

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Ariana Grande

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BGUK_3421220 - *EXCLUSIVE* New York, NY    Ariana Grande was seen out in New York looking stylish in a black trench coat paired with wide jeans, pointed-toe heels, and a black purse.

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Priyanka Chopra

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Carina Lau

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Taylor Swift

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Mia Goth

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Mikey Madison

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PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 01: Mikey Madison attends the Christian Dior Womenswear Spring/Summer 2026 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 01, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images for Dior)
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PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 01: Mikey Madison attends the Christian Dior Womenswear Spring/Summer 2026 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on October 01, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images for Dior)

Karlie Kloss

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Aliya Qarina
Junior Style Writer, Tatler Malaysia
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Aliya Qarina is the Junior Style Writer at Tatler Malaysia with an interest in fashion and beauty. Her writing often focuses on contemporary style, beauty culture and emerging trends.