In the pantry chic era, women are going bonkers over bags inspired by baked goodies and culinary delights, from croissant clutches to pancake purses and tarts. Anyone for a paratha pouch?

xIn the age of fashion as spectacle, handbags are no longer satisfied with being practical companions or even status symbols. They now want to be snacks. Literally. Picture a clutch that looks like a stack of pancakes dripping in syrup, a crossbody shaped like a martini glass, or a minaudière disguised as a tuna can. Welcome to the era of pantry chic, where the hottest bags on runways and social feeds are styled straight from your kitchen shelf.

Once upon a time, kitsch in luxury fashion was a playful side note — a wink to camp or a seasonal gimmick. Today, it’s a full-blown category. When a celebrity w

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