From classic baguettes to metallic and sparkling, discover the 5 handbag trends that will guide you in choosing your next bag.
These last few months were dedicated to the different fashion weeks in New York, London, Milan and Paris, where all the fashion houses showed their vision of the Spring/Summer 2023 season. One of the best parts of plotting the ‘fits’ of the upcoming season is, of course, the bags. Where maximalism was at the helm of the most coveted bag styles last season, the bag trends that will define 2023 are more streamlined, subtle and refined, even if they make a fashion statement. As we are entering the warmer weather season, it has become clear what kind of designs will elevate our looks next year, especially handbags.
Flashy, ’90s bags are still it, but in a more elevated and less obvious way, while smaller styles are now actually functional rather than just an addition to your outfit. Metallics are having a good time. Not just in jewellery and shoes, but also in handbags that are designed in a bright hue. Brands like Diesel, JW Anderson and Proenza Schouler are leading the way with designs in a trendy metallic shades, ranging from party bags to practical tote bags. On the other hand, clutch bags are making a strong comeback. Although these bags tend to be smaller, this spring season calls for handbags that are both fashionable and functional.
From silver clutches to oversized totes and box bags, handbags are designed to transcend the seasons and become timeless everyday staples. Discover the 5 handbag trends that will define 2023.
BIG BAGS
These larger-than-life totes can fit just about anything, making them the perfect carryall for you to build an outfit around. Colourful finishes and crisp details make the new season’s lineup a total conversation piece. When you’re on the go, it’s hard to beat the utility of a roomy tote bag.
As seen at: Emilia Wickstead, The Row, Michael Kors, Altuzarra, Tommy Hilfiger, Luar, Proenza Schouler, Marni, Altuzarra.
BOXY BAGS
If you’re looking for a chic spring bag that has a more defined shape, this season has a lot to offer in the way of square bags. Although they take on a more rigid shape, many have been designed with fun updates like appliqués and soft, colourful quilting.
As seen at: Gabriela Hearst, Carolina Herrera, Khaite, Altuzarra, Kate Spade.
METALLIC BAGS
Metallics are back! From bronze to silver to shimmering hues, we can’t get enough of this high-shine trend. It’s also a good idea to add a little glitz and glamour to your closet this spring with a sparkling bag.
As seen at: LaQuan Smith, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Paco Rabanne.
CLUTCHES
This season’s #1 trend in bags is clearly the stylish kind. Designers like Proenza Schouler, Carolina Herrera, and Khaite added clutch bags in their latest spring 2023 collections. Small, chic, and classy… everything you need in a one-only bag.
As seen at: Michael Kors, Kaite, Jonathan Simkhai, Bronx and Banco, Carolina Herrera, Proenza Shouler, Gabriela Hearst.
BAGUETTE-SHAPED
One of the most popular bags of all time and the most famous Baguette bag, it’s an icon in the fashion industry. For this Spring of 2023, luxury fashion houses looked back into their archives to re-issue classic styles, such as Fendi, JW Anderson, Ganni, Staud, and many more. This small, compact handbag, which became an icon when fashion company Fendi founded it in 1997, was also popularized on Sex and the City in the late 1990s ad early 2000s. This bag is often cited as the first bag.
As seen at: Fendi, JW Anderson, Ganni, Staud.
