The perfect finishing touch for any outfit, handbags take you from day to night, and work to weekends.
So when choosing a newbie to accompany your spring/summer outfits, you want get it right.
What’s in vogue this season? High-end designers are still obsessed with all things Nineties and Noughties and the high street has followed suit, with bright colours and woven fabrics signalling the transition to sunnier days.
Whether you want to accessorise with a chic piece of arm candy or you need something practical to hold all your essentials, these are the bag trends to shop right now…
Inspired by the classic Fendi Baguette, the most fashionable shoulder bags are small, rectangular and have a short strap so they fit snugly under your arm.
New Look Bright Orange Leather-Look Twist Lock Shoulder Bag, £19.99
John Lewis and Partners And/Or Tan Suede Scoop Shoulder Bag, £89; And/Or Lopez Black Embroidery Tiered Dress, £99
Big, slouchy hobo bags have made a comeback recently, and now we’re seeing the evolution of the trend towards more pared-back designs.
Dune London Duchess Black Quilted Ruched-Shoulder Bag, £140
In contrast to the craze for retro minimalism, designers including Isabel Marant, Victoria Beckham and Gabriela Hearst at Chloe put craft in the spotlight on their spring catwalks, with woven, tasselled and ruffled bags.
Accessorize Stripe Raffia Duffle Cross-Body Bag, £30
Offering hope for anyone who has to actually carry things on a day-to-day basis, the supersized totes on the catwalks at Alexander McQueen, Michael Kors and Loewe are big enough to fit your laptop, lunchbox and gym kit with room to spare.
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Scamp & Dude Pink Metallic Large Tote Bag, £65