When Spring is upon us or a few months behind us, it's guaranteed that fashion will shift to reflect the weather – bags included! 😉 And surveying the scene, while favorites like mini shoulder bags will still reign supreme, bigger bags abound as well. Check out this List of must-have It Bags!
Strongly influenced by a 'Y2K' fashion trend, we will still see plenty of mini shoulder bags. Classics like Fendi Baguette remain perennial favorites, but other brands have also come up with chic contenders like Prada Cleo and Jacquemus’ range of micro bags.
For more affordable alternatives: Urban Outfitters Rosie Chain Baguette Bag ($39), Pull & Bear 90’s Shoulder Bag ($27)
Swinging the pendulum the other way we have the maxi bags popular in the mid-2000s. It’s the natural successor after seasons of the mini, y’all. Mark our words, oversized bags are the next It-bags of the season. Miley Cyrus, Zoë Kravitz and Sydney Sweeney have been spotted with Saint Laurent’s Icare Max Tote and the iconic Mulberry Bayswater has also seen a resurgence.
For more affordable alternatives : Mango Leather Shopper Bag ($50), Charles & Keith Cognac Circle Handle Tote Bag ($93)
The iconic equestrian-inspired style popularized by Dior Saddle Bags collection will still be riding high. For variations, try Isabel Marant Botsy Suede Saddle Bag or Gucci Blondie Mini Bag.
For more affordable alternatives : Mango Flap crossbody bag ($40)
Party-friendly purses with details like frills, fringes, and beads are having a moment. Take Fendi Nano Baguette Charm or Kara Black Sequin Crystal Fringe Tote.
For more affordable alternatives : Zara Beaded Fringe Bag ($49.90), ASOS Silver Pearl and Beaded bag ($46)
Credited to the rise of Jacquemus Le Chiquito line, top handle bags are still on top this spring season. Enduring favorites include Balenciaga Hourglass and Gucci Bamboo 1947.
For more affordable alternatives : True Decadence Mini Box Grab Bag ($49), Public Desire The Haidie Mini Clutch Bag ($42)
The popularity of fluffy, pillow-like bags will only continue to inflate this year. On the high end spectrum, there’s Loewe Puffer Goya Bag or the Saint Laurent Loulou Puffer. It-girl Blackpink's Jennie has also been spotted with mid-range Korean brand COS Quilted Shoulder Bag, triggering a frenzy among fashion-forward females.
Scrunchies don’t just go on your hair anymore! Brands like JW Pei and Alexander Wang adapt the classic hair tie into uniquely scrunched up bags which are fun, youthful, and ultra feminine.
Perennial favorites include JW Pei with their Cora and Vegan Bags. And of course, who can forget Alexander Wang Scrunchie Bag. The design has since trickled down to more fashion brands like Mansur Gavriel Mini Scrunchie Bag and 3.1 Phillip Lim Croissant Bag.
For more affordable alternatives : Mango Ruched Detail Waist Bag ($39.99), JW Pei Gabbi ($89)
Love is all around as the heart-shaped bags will be seen on many many shoulders this season. The retro design is coming back with a vengeance, with an assortment of interpretations ranging from cute (Louis Vuitton Pop my Heart Pouch, Kate Spade Amour 3D Heart Crossbody) to edgy (Chanel Mini CC in Love Heart). Meanwhile, fans of more minimalistic designs can opt for Coach Heart Crossbody.
For more affordable alternatives: Urban Outfitters Heart Crossbody ($26), Heart Bag H&M ($24.99)
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