The Fall Handbag Trends 2024 to Know and Shop
Themes of practicality and made-for-real-life dressing dominated the fall ready-to-wear collections, and the fall 2024 handbag trends of the season were no different. While you can still find personality in the seasonâs defining styles, there are a few common denominators like wearability and versatility that make these new season silhouettes a worthy investment. Speaking of good investments, one surprising trend that surfaced was in fact not quite a trend at all. Designers positioned a handful of bestselling styles alongside their new collection presentations: Gucci showed a Jackie, Prada a Cleo and Galleria, and to no oneâs surprise, The Row featured a Margaux tote in its fall 2024 collection lookbook.
Vogueâs Must-Have Bags for Fall 2024:The Luxe Holdall: The Row soft Margaux 17 bag, $5,090The Boho Bag: Khaite Augustina shoulder bag, $2,500The Ladylike Clutch: Bottega Veneta Origami large envelope pouch, $2,400The Pre-Charmed Carryall: Balenciaga Rodeo leather top-handle bag, $5,190The Utility Tote: ChloĂ© Camera bag, $2,990The Best Seller: Loewe medium Flamenco purse, $3,650The East West Shoulder Bag: AlaĂŻa fringed leather bucket bag, $2,190The Bracelet Bag: Jacquemus Le Petit Calino mini leather tote, $1,115For those looking for newer styles, thereâs something on every end of the spectrum, from overtly practical to kitschy and fun. On the more blatantly obvious side, were utility pocket-adorned cargo bags at Acne Studios, Chanel, and Chloe. Practicality at its finest! More subtle options came by way of a new cylindrical shape of shoulder bags from covetable brands like Alaia, Staud, and Khaite. It bag alert! We would be remiss to not mention the return of bohemian dressing on the runways this season, which has given us a selection of extra-large shoulder bags to thrown on over your fall wears from ChloĂ© to Bottega Veneta.
From bags dripping in charms and keychains Ă la Balenciaga and Miu Miu to decorative wristlets at Gabriela Hearst, Alexander McQueen, and Prada (the holiday season is part of the fall/winter collections after all!)âyour guide to all of the fall 2024 handbag trends defining the season can be found, below.
Photos: Courtesy of Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, Ferregamo, The Row, Prada, Gucci
Luxe Holdalls for the Modern WomanStructured top-handle shapes in gorgeous leathers offer a stylish alternative to basic work totes, providing an ultra-chic upgrade for fall. Newly introduced styles from Miu Miu, Gucci, and Bottega Veneta will surely be on the wish lists of many no matter the profession, while The Rowâs Margaux, Ferragamoâs Hug, and Pradaâs Buckle bags are all mainstays in their own right. Styled on the runways with long coats, polished blazers, slingback pumps, and loafer brogues, these bags were made for real life and to be taken to and from.
Gucci
medium tote bag with hook closure
Miu Miu
Aventure nappa leather bag
The Row
soft Margaux 17 bag
Ferragamo
Hug small textured-leather tote
DeMellier
New York medium leather tote bag
Prada
medium buckle suede bag
Photos: Courtesy of Bottega Veneta, Chloé, Ferragamo, Loewe, Bottega Veneta
XXL Shoulder BagsThe oversized hobo bag is appealing whether you find yourself in the bohemian camp or not. Case in point: the luxe and extra-roomy shoulder bags to swing over your shoulder offered from Chloe, Ferragamo, Loewe, Khaite, and Bottega Veneta. Boho in nature, these larger than life bags were made for the woman who likes to carry everything with her. Just donât blame us when you canât find your keys!
Bottega Veneta
Hop Intrecciato leather tote
Loewe
Squeeze medium leather bag
Khaite
Augustina shoulder bag
Coach
Brooklyn shoulder bag 39
Madewell
Essentials slouch hobo bag
Photos: Courtesy of Bottega Veneta, Ferragamo, Proenza Schouler, The Row
Ladylike ClutchesFrom folder-sized envelopes at Bottega Veneta to classic handheld clutches at The Row to pouches tucked under the arm at Proenza Schouler, youâll want to hold these clutches close. Styled with outerwear and sunglasses at Bottega Veneta, the clutch seems to be intended as the same kind of grab-and-go handbag as any other shoulder bag or crossbody, and is large enough to hold all of your items. Meanwhile, the pouches at The Row and Proenza Schouler give off a desirable sense of ease, despite having to use a hand, bringing a level of nonchalant chic to even the simplest of outfits.
Bottega Veneta
Origami large envelope pouch
The Row
Amazon Shiny Kid leather clutch
DeMellier
The Tokyo clutch
Saint Laurent
small satin clutch bag
Savette
Symmetry pochette slim tote bag
Photos: Courtesy of Coach, Bally, Fendi, Miu Miu
Semi-Charmed Kind of LifeItâs always fun to see how personal style and street style influences show up on the runways. For fall 2024, it was all about handbags that were decorated with tricks and charms. Baubles, keychains, tassels, and pouches offer a playful approach to the classic leather handbags seen at Miu Miu and Coach. And while you can certainly add your own flair to the bags you have already have hanging in your closet, be it strings of beads or bandanas, brands like Balenciaga and Chopova Lowena offer pre-accessorized styles for your leisure.
Balenciaga
Rodeo leather top-handle bag
Dior
30 Montaigne bag charm
Tory Burch
Perry triple-compartment tote bag
Photos: Courtesy of Prada, Gucci, Loewe, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu
Bags That Donât Need an IntroductionYou know that old saying, âif itâs not broken donât fix itâ? The same theory applies for handbagsâbe it those that have stood the test of time (Gucci Jackie, 1961 and Prada Galleria, 2007) or have been brand bestsellers for a handful of seasons (Bottega Venetaâs intrecciato pouch for example). Promoting key handbag families while presenting new collections is perhaps a stroke of genius for both the brand and the consumer, proving their signature stylesâ longevity while perhaps also convincing any new customers these investment pieces are still in very much in style.
Bottega Veneta
mini Intrecciato leather pouch clutch
Gucci
Jackie small shoulder bag
Loewe
medium Flamenco purse
Prada
medium Galleria saffiano leather bag
Miu Miu
quilted napa leather shoulder bag
Saint Laurent
Manhattan mini leather shoulder bag
Photos: Courtesy of Chloé, Balenciaga, Chanel, Acne Studios
Precious CargoGet back in the saddle this fall with bags that pack a punch, literally. Exterior cargo pockets make these bags all the more practical and well-organized users will be pleased to find a pocket for every need. While utility is the underlying common thread, thereâs an options for every aesthetic from Acne Studiosâ ultra-worn in leather option to Chanelâs classic quilting.
Balenciaga
Bel Air flap tote bag
Mango
shoulder bag with cargo pockets
Rag & Bone
field leather messenger bag
Acne Studios
multipocket leather shoulder bag
Chanel
grained shiny calfskin backpack
Photos: Courtesy of AlaĂŻa, The Row, Jil Sander, Proenza Schouler, Khaite
The Straight and NarrowYou might be familiar with the âeast-westâ bag trend, and the silhouette isnât going anywhere for fall. Longer, narrower shoulder bags from Alaia, Proenza Schouler, Khaite, and more designers bring a refreshingly new shape to your baguette collection.
AlaĂŻa
Le Teckel shoulder bag
Proenza Schouler
Silo leather shoulder bag
Khaite
Simona shoulder bag
The Row
Edith small top-handle bag
Jil Sander
Cannolo mini bag
Photos: Courtesy of Alaïa, Prada, Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Chloé, Gabriela Hearst
Arm CandyWho would have thought the bracelet bag and wristlet would make a return for fall 2024? Think something with a decorative strap; whether it be a metal ring or chain, these little bags will hand elegantly from any wrist for any occasion. Talk about a solve for handsfree evening dressing! Fit all of your needs into Chloeâs bracelet bag from Chemena Kamaliâs debut collection or slip just the ultimate essentials into Pradaâs clasp bag or Chanelâs pouchâphone, keys, wallet!
Chloé
small suede bracelet hobo bag
Jacquemus
Le Petit Calino mini leather tote
AlaĂŻa
fringed leather bucket bag
Alexander McQueen
mini cross-bar leather shoulder bag
Gabriela Hearst
Demi lamb leather clutch bag
