Why See-Through Bags Are The Ultimate Concert Essential
Security-approved bags that also holds all your concert essentials.
The art of the concert fit is a skill that's pretty hard to master. It needs to be chic, true to your personal style, but still reminiscent of your favourite singer's style and vibe. But there's one underrated feature that the perfect concert fit needs; it needs to breeze through concert security's bag check. Die-hard stans would know that the key to getting a spot at the barricade is to quite literally sprint to it (assuming that you've already won the ticketing war).
So, you'll want a bag that's pretty much see-through and will keep all your concert essentials safe while you're running, jumping, and living your best life.
What to bring to concerts:
The laundry list of essentials: an empty water bottle, a handheld fan, your lightstick (for the K-Pop fans), and most importantly, your ticket. It's also important to bring a vibe; rock out with other fans and sing and dance your little heart out.
What not to bring:
Other than the obvious (weapons, batteries, long poles, laser pointers, and the like), don't bring over-sized signs and anything made of glass. For signs, make sure it's not larger than an A3-sized paper (42cm x 29.7cm), while flags cannot be larger than 1m x 2m. Don't shoot the messenger, this is all from Singapore Sports Hub's conditions of entry!
Here are the concert-proof bags you need for your upcoming shows:
Leather handbag, $4,600, Miu Miu
The best concert fit is one that blends your personal style with your fave's. For the fashion girlies who won't compromise on their luxury chic, this Miu Miu handbag is the perfect accessory. Personalise it with bag charms - and with its full leather basket-weave-like design, you'll have plenty of real estate to get creative with.
Yarn crochet tote bag, $3,050, Prada
The tote bag, the classic, go-to for function and fashion, and for good reason. It is spacious and can easily be styled up and down depending on its design. The plus for this tote: it's see-through, and has a crochet design that screams summer. It's a bag that goes best with your cutest bikini for Waterbomb.
Marc Jacobs The Clear Large PVC plastic tote bag, $580, www.24s.com
If you want something more literal, a completely transparent PVC bag is the way to go. And what better fashion statement than the iconic Marc Jacobs tote in the colour see-through? After all, plenty of celebs love this tote too, from the Kardashian-Jenner clan, to model Emily Ratajkowski, and singer Sza.
Melissa x Telfar Medium Jelly Shopper PVC plastic tote bag, US$200 (S$259), www.telfar.net
This one is for the Y2K girlies. In the realm of early-2000s accessories, jelly anything is nostalgic, playful, and definitely due for a 21st-century comeback. For those looking for era accuracy for their Y2K-inspired concert fit, this is the bag for you. The best part? It comes in other colours that are just as see-through: pink, green, orange, and more.
Off-White Jitney 2.8 PVC plastic and leather bag, $2,617, www.farfetch.com
Perhaps your concert fit needs a bag with some edge; this purse from Off-White might do the trick with a cynical twist. We're taking styling notes from model and actress Kaia Gerber for this bag: slick back hair, your biggest pair of butterfly sunnies, and shoulder pads.
Comme des Garcons PVC plastic tote bag, $107, Dover Street Market
When you're already doused in head-to-toe colour and accessories, sometimes simple is the best way to go. Plus, it won't distract from your outfit. Rocking a sky-high headpiece? A holographic top? All eyes on your outfit, not your concert loot.
Alaia One Piece Mini mesh and leather shoulder bag, $1,390, www.mytheresa.com
For a true blend of style and functionality, go for mesh- something the chic Dua Lipa, seems to agree with too. It's see-through, gives off an edgy mysterious vibe, and holds all your essentials securely. Style-wise, go all the way. We're talking black cat eye, leather stiletto boots, and all the silver you have.
Self-Portrait acrylic handle clutch bag, $853, Club21
This one is for the tiny bag lovers. If your concert essentials are literally your phone and lip gloss, this clutch from Self-Portrait (peep Blackpink's Jisoo as its pre-Fall 2025 collection's new face) is the surrealist accessory for you. Pair it with crystals and satin for that iridescent space alien look; wrap-around sunnies, and chromatic pieces will do the trick.
Norah TPU plastic shoulder bag, $69.90, Charles & Keith
If you want extra durability without compromising while still being security-proof, this Charles & Keith bag keeps your bag see-through with a mesh lining, but adds extra security with an outer plastic covering. Going to Waterbomb? A Seventeen concert? Coachella? This is the bag for you.
Tropicolo PVC plastic and synthetic leather tote bag, $43.80, www.naelofar.com
For the dedicated fan who camps outside the venue for barricade, this tote offers the space for both your concert and personal essentials. Makeup? Light stick? Deodorant? Mouth wash? All within arms reach. Style this bag with something sweet and flowy, like a light maxi skirt or white lace to really accentuate its sweet vibe.