The 5 Handbag Trends to Update Your Look for 2025
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In this day and age, handbag trends are ever-evolving, but here at T&C we keep our eyes peeled for the certain styles that will stick. Some are fresh and new, and often many offer a comeback with a modern twist, both referencing the past and offering an air of freshness. In 2025, the focus is on playful, eclectic styles—not just in fashion, but in the stories they tell. This year, trends like fringe, seashell, and drawstring bags are making waves again—each with their own unique charm and rich history. These bag styles aren't just about functionality; they’re about nostalgia, personality, and a sense of playful escapism. No matter where you’re going or what aesthetic you are trying to emulate, these styles invite you to tell your own story, one bag at a time.
Gather 'Round
For a woman on the go, she always needs quick access to her essentials she carries with her. Whether it’s running around to appointments, date night, or going out on the town - the drawstring bag is a must-have this year. A small but mighty statement bag that acts as a Mary Poppins-treasure trove of sorts, drawstring purses offer a blend of convenience and style.
Charlotte Bag
Mini Cavatelli Clutch
Mini Flamenco
Take Out
New York is known for its amazing restaurant scene, and New Yorkers are notorious for eating out. Why not make that literally wearable? This one is for the foodie that exists in all of us—no matter if it comes in the form of a takeout box, lunch bag, or to-go coffee cup.
Take Away Box
Cup Clutch
Folded Clutch
On The Fringe
What do you get when Almost Famous meets the Ladies who Lunch? We can guarantee you it is nothing short of uniquely tasteful. Fringe—whether it be in silk, leather, or beaded forms— is back in its bohemian glory this year. Whether you’re gallivanting around Glastonbury or making your way down Madison, the fringe bag will turn heads for all the right reasons.
Nellcote Bag
Fringed Mini Shoulder Bag
Metal Applique Mini Bucket Bag
Waist Bags
Seen on the runways of Max Mara, Louis Vuitton, and Christian Dior, the fanny pack—once considered solely functional for hands-free convenience—has transformed itself into a signifier of style and luxury. Whether worn at the waist, crossbody, or even slung over the shoulder, fanny packs offer a chic way to carry essentials while staying hands-free, merging practicality with effortless style. With these wrapped around your waist, it's safe to say the style has reached a whole new level of sophistication.
Skano XO Bag
Oliveta Belt Bag
Trunkaroo Belt Bag
She Sells Sea Shells By The Seashore
You don’t need to be Sally making a living off crustacean casings to have an acceptable reason to tote seashells around. If you ask us, it may just be the best investment you’ll make for your wardrobe. Per Chemena Kamali’s Chloe this season, a shell handbag will have you doing more than just hearing waves, you’ll find yourself reaching for it in every fashion scenario, no beach necessary.
Anna Clutch
Conchita Clutch
Bridget Shell Clutch
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