Currently, it’s cold, dark, and dreary—as if I would like to remind you—but a spring awakening is on the horizon. Perhaps to distract ourselves from Dry January and the mid-winter blues, we’re waiting for next season’s styles, so spring trends are top of mind. Tastemakers are taking to the runways and streets, and we’re taking notes. We’ve got you covered on all the most popular trends for winter within the meantime, nevertheless it’s never too soon to prep for the approaching spring thaw. Here, we’re breaking down the very best handbag styles for spring (to not be confused with our favourite bag trends for 2023).
Ahead, find and shop the most popular bags for spring.
Big Bags
JP Yim
We like big bags, and we cannot lie. Miniatures had their moment, nevertheless it’s not hard to say goodbye to doll-sized purses that hold nothing greater than a MetroCard. From standard totes to Santa Claus-caliber sacks, runways from Luar, Proenza Schouler, Altuzarra, and Tommy Hilfiger featured handbags that were large and in charge. You wish room for all those odds and ends, whether you’re living a commuter lifestyle, using your purse as a diaper bag, or similar to to have an additional pair of shoes available (you never know!). So, space you shall have this spring.
Khaite Large Olivia Leather Hobo Bag
Kassl Large Oiled Canvas Pillow Bag
Givenchy Hobo Bag in 4G Bleached Denim
Wristlets
Victor Virgile
I didn’t think I particularly missed wristlets, or that I could be excited to see them come back, but then covetable option after covetable option floated down the Coach runway, and I used to be convinced. Wristlets are something just like the blissful medium between clutches and shoulder bags. In the event you’re not into the majority of an enormous bag but need to carry greater than just your cardholder, that is the style for you.
Ambush Knotted Wrist Handle Clutch Bag
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Baguettes
Randy Brooke
As if baguettes are ever out of favor…nonetheless, these oblong bags are as stylish as ever. Fendi even went to this point as to literally inscribe several of their spring/summer 2023 bags with the word “Baguette.” Speak about leaning in. It’s easy to know why the style is so popular, though. The versatile shape lends itself to holding simply enough, while the strap may be used as a shoulder bag or a top handle. Iterations vary from collectible, high-end designs that double as investments to TikTok favorites and inexpensive Amazon bags, meaning there’s a baguette for everybody.
JW Anderson The Bumper Baguette Shoulder Bag
Coach Pillow Tabby Small Leather Shoulder Bag
Sequins
Victor Virgile
What’s higher than one trend? Two trends rolled into one. Enter Fendi’s sequined baguette. Everyone knows the early aughts are back in style, and with that comes all the decade’s gaudiness that we’ll happily claim as a guilty pleasure. Sequin-clad handbags were featured prominently in a few of the season’s hottest showings, including LaQuan Smith and Christian Siriano. This spring, expect to embrace maximalism in the shape of glimmering, shimmering accessories.
Simon Miller Sasi Metallic Sequins Shoulder Bag
Benedetta Bruzziches Ursula Crystal Mesh Shoulder Bag
Metallics
Taylor Hill
Sequin-adjacent, if you happen to will. The metallic bags shown at LaQuan Smith and Fendi have the identical joyful essence and fun appearance as sequins, but with barely more upscale elegance. Deck yourself out in vibrant colours, an array of prints, and metallic statement accessories for a show-stopping look, or lean on the trend to punch up an otherwise minimalist look.
Bergdorf Goodman Callie Studded Ombre Shoulder Bag
J.W. Pei Abacus Top Handle Bag
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Bottega Veneta Mini Jodie Metallic Leather Top Handle
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Meg Donohue is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com. Her passions include spicy foods, sustainability, and the Y2K remake of Charlie’s Angels. She’s going to never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
