Think You’re Ready for Spring? Not Without These Handbag Trends

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We’re halfway through February, so if you haven’t started shopping for warm weather, you’re behind the curve. When the world’s top designers debuted their spring/summer 2025 collections last September, we were on the frontlines, taking copious notes. Now that the dust has settled, and we’ve parsed through everything we saw to weed out those without staying power, we’re presenting the best spring bag trends, ahead.

Mini Me

Part of what made September’s runways so exciting was all the whimsy. There were bear-shaped bags, nods to childhood, and outlandish styling. There’s no resisting the charm of these miniature bags that appeared at shows like Michael Kors, Fendi, and Stella McCartney.

Hug Mini Charm

$380.00 at Ferragamo

Nappa Laminata Bag Charm

$1120.00 at FWRD

Bumper 7 Mini Bag

$270.00 at Farfetch

Tabby Bag Charm

$95.00 at Coach

Mini Icon Re-Nylon bag charm

$975.00 at Prada

On the Fringe

Fringe was all over the spring/summer runways, and not just as it pertains to bags. From Dolce & Gabbana dresses to Diesel scarves, everyone put their own spin on the boho element. As for purses, heavy hitters like Chanel, Dior, Hermès, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton all took part, signaling that accessories with movement are in this season.

Foulard Fringed Leather Shoulder Bag

$3530.00 at Mytheresa

Galleria Mini-Bag with Feather Trim

$6200.00 at Prada

Medium Scarf Bag

$695.00 at SSENSE

Crystal Fringe Falabella Tiny Tote Bag

$2450.00 at Stella McCartney

Mini Ring Fringe Bucket Bag

$2190.00 at Bergdorf Goodman

Year of the Snake

Animal print is eternal, but 2025 is about reptilian varieties, specifically. (And maybe a touch of zebra, while you’re at it...) Although houses like Bottega Veneta, Khaite, and Dries Van Noten showcased this via footwear on the runways, it was bags from Louis Vuitton and Jil Sander that really caught our attention.

Lori Baguette Bag

$1680.00 at Khaite

Bon Bon Bag

$339.00 at FWRD

Snake-Effect Leather Tote Bag

$875.00 at Mytheresa

Le Petit Calino

$1290.00 at Neiman Marcus

Mini Pouch

$2800.00 at 24S

Cool in Chrome

Who’s ready for fashion to get futuristic? Metallics have nearly become the new neutral in recent seasons, but this spring, we’re zeroing in on all things mirrored. Case in point: the chromatic bags on display at Tory Burch, Loewe, Toteme, Coperni, and more.

Silo Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag

$990.00 at Bergdorf Goodman

Caldera Clutch

$598.00 at Revolve

Logo Metallic Leather Handbag

$695.00 at Nordstrom

Shark Lock Bucket Bag

$2250.00 at Bergdorf Goodman

Mini Sound Swipe Mirrored Bag

$820.00 at Luisaviaroma

The Doctor (Bag) Is In

It’s always a bonus when trends feature some practicality, so we know you’ll be excited about this next one. Commuters rejoice, because these doctor bags can actually hold all your belongings. While houses like Dior and Prada leaned into the classic, almost bowler bag structure, designers like Michael Kors and Louis Vuitton opted for more briefcase-like silhouettes.

Cate Bag

$4800.00 at Khaite

Large D-Vibe Bowling Bag

$3700.00 at Dior

Galleria Leather Bag

$5600.00 at Prada

India Leather Tote Bag

$4090.00 at Mytheresa

Sesia Happy Day Shoulder Bag

$4575.00 at Mytheresa

East to West

If you assumed this trend faded with the fall season, you thought wrong. If anything, get ready to double down on these rectangular forms, cleverly dubbed “East West” bags. Be it a shoulder bag like those at Prada and Miu Miu, a top handle from Brandon Maxwell, or a clutch like the one we saw at Bottega Veneta, this silhouette is as relevant as ever.

Cannolo Bag

$1590.00 at FWRD

East-West Arco Tote

$2650.00 at Bottega Veneta

Le Teckel

$1220.00 at Mytheresa

Bonnie Leather Handbag

$2950.00 at Prada

Maude Shoulder Bag

$395.00 at Staud

Canvas Meets Leather

Canvas and leather are a tried-and-true pairing, albeit historically overlooked—until now. Thom Browne, Valentino, and Gabriela Hearst were among the many runways where this dynamic duo could be found. Finally, canvas is getting its flowers this spring.

Lia Bag

$3200.00 at Khaite

Leonora Flap Bag

$2400.00 at Gabriela Hearst

x 007 Bond Cotton Canvas and Leather Weekender Bag

$1950.00 at Michael Kors

Marini Drawstring Canvas Bucket Bag

$390.00 at Bergdorf Goodman

Extra-Large Bellport Canvas Tote Bag

$598.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Back to Buckets

Oh hello, bucket bags; we meet again. Everyone’s favorite bottomless pits are in full effect for this year’s spring/summer collections. Some took the form of drawstring bags, like at Off-White, Giambattista Valli, and Hermès, while others went for an open top, like Gucci and Prada.

73 Mini Bucket Bag

$2400.00 at Gucci

Leather Bucket Bag with Belt

$4100.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Berkeley Bucket Bag

$169.50 at J.Crew

Le Petit Bambola Leather Bucket Bag

$1190.00 at Nordstrom

Marcie Micro Bucket Bag

$1150.00 at Bergdorf Goodman

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