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A Definitive List of the Hottest Designer Bags of the Season, According to ELLE Editors
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I am (obviously) a capital F Fashion girl, so take what I’m about to say for what it’s worth: One can never have too many designer bags. Fashion trends may come and go with the seasons. And sure, that applies to the chicest handbags of the moment, too. But once you’ve found the right one, well, it’ll be just the thing to round out all of your ’fits.
The Need-to-Know Bags
- Celebrity-Approved: Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag, $295
- The Everyday Carry: Tory Burch Romy Hobo Bag, $495
- The Sleek Hobo Bag: Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 Small Hobo, $2,650
- The Must-Have Color Choice: Gucci GG Marmont Small Shoulder Bag, $2,600
- Instagram-Ready: Miu Miu Aventure Suede Shoulder Bag, $4,300
- Belted Perfection: Prada Buckle Small Leather Handbag With Belt, $5,700
- The Modern Marvel: Loewe Squeeze Bag, $4,950
Of course, like every other aspect of this beautiful world, different handbags communicate different vibes. And not every bag is meant for every occasion. So, how does one embrace the hottest designer bags of the moment? To start, go with your gut. This is an investment, after all, and what you’re naturally drawn to or, in my case, can’t stop thinking about, is likely what you’ll wear the most (which means the cost per wear will be outstanding). That said, unless you’re in the weeds with the latest fashion drops, odds are you’ll need a bit of a primer on where to start. Lucky for you, my eyes and ears have a way of finding the most of-the-moment styles.
Below, I’ve curated the only list you need for the must-know designer bags to have on your radar right now, along with some options from my equally chic and knowledgeable colleagues. There are designer totes and hobo bags, plus ultra-chic suede options you’ll want to carry all the time. Bookmark these and put them on your vision board—these are destined to be yours.
With an under-$300 price point, a timeless, everyday hobo silhouette, and Bella Hadid’s seal of approval, I can’t think of a reason not to have this bag in your regular rotation.
Dimensions: Height: 11 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 3.25 inches
Colors: 8 options
Material: Natural grain leather
And now, the bag I personally cannot get out of my mind. Prada’s belted bag seems to embody all that Prada is: modern and unexpected yet inherently classic. The silhouette of this leather top-handle style is undoubtedly timeless, but that belted detail gives it that extra something that makes it stand out—plus, I especially love this bright white hue for the colder months. Oh, and by the way: several versions of this bag were seen on the label’s spring/summer 2025 runway, so you know this is a good investment.
Dimensions: Height: 9.05 inches; width: 12.2 inches; depth: 4.33 inches
Colors: White/Black, Black, Caramel, Clay Gray
Material: Leather
From the runway to my heart—and every Instagram photo in between—this bag now lives rent-free in my mind. It’s incredibly chic on its own, thanks to that caramel-brown hue. However, it’s just as cool with some bright and colorful beads, ties, or charms—the world is your oyster for making it your own.
Dimensions: Height: 8.8 inches; width: 17.3 inches; depth: 5.7 inches
Colors: Brown, Green
Material: Lamb leather
You’ve likely heard of Tory Burch’s Romy Tote, which is worthy of anyone’s wardrobe. However, for those who prefer a more streamlined, minimalist approach from the brand, the Romy Hobo is the perfect option. With an adjustable strap and a silhouette that fits the curve of your shoulder, this will be the essential everyday bag for all your essentials, with some space to spare.
Dimensions: Height: 14.6 inches; width: 11.8 inches; depth: 4.9 inches
Colors: Black, Light Cream, Wild Mushroom, Tiramisu, Park Bench
Material: Pebbled leather
Bottega Veneta’s signature Intrecciatio technique gets a fresh update with the return of the Campana—a newly launched silhouette that blends nostalgia with modern elegance. The sculptural, crescent-shaped design revives a vintage favorite, now reimagined with slightly wider strips of buttery lambskin leather for added texture and dimension.
Dimensions: Height: 7.9 inches; width: 13 inches; depth: 6.5 inches
Colors: Black, Nocciola, Beetroot, and Sea Salt
Materials: Lambskin
Got the travel bug? So does Louis Vuitton—and to scratch that itch, the French fashion house created the new Express (which, for a little history lesson, was the original name of the now-iconic Speedy). Embracing the softer side of things, this shoulder bag exudes versatility with its straps, allowing you to wear it over your shoulder, in hand, or across the body (in other words, it’s perfect for any excursion).
Dimensions: Height: 6.7 inches; width: 10.2 inches; depth: 5.3 inches
Colors: Black, Smoke, Ivorie
Material: Calfskin leather
While Loewe is no novice in making high-quality designer bags, the Spanish heritage brand has consistently been a top, must-have label (and bags) in recent years. Its hottest silhouette is the Squeeze—which is equal parts sophistication and whimsy. It comes in a wide range of eye-catching colors (and I’ve spotted our digital director Claire Stern Milch with a pretty shade of blue), but I’m particularly fond of this olive green hue.
Dimensions: Height: 13 inches; width: 13.4 inches; depth: 5.3 inches
Colors: 8 options
Material: Mellow nappa lambskin
Whether you wear it as a cool designer shoulder bag or as a practical crossbody, a touch of the butter yellowtrend will be just what you need to give your everyday ’fits a new level of chic.
Dimensions: Height: 4.9 inches; width: 8.7 inches; depth: 2.4 inches
Colors: 7 options
Material: Lambskin leather
I love hobo bags—so much that I wrote an entire story on them so you (and I) can shop the best hobo bags of the moment. Of course, you’re here for a reason, which means you’re likely looking for a designer option that is well worth your dollars. Saint Laurent’s offering [pictured here] is perfectly slouchy and will work well as an everyday leather tote.
Dimensions: Height: 6.7 inches; width: 10.2 inches; depth: 4.3 inches
Colors: Black, Light Mask, Crema Soft, Red
Material: Leather with suede lining
Oh, how the Alaïa Le Teckel silhouette has captured the hearts of fashion lovers everywhere. If you’ve been keeping an eye on fashion’s must-have It items, no doubt you’ve seen the French fashion house’s shoulder bag, but its equally chic east-west style is the latest rendition I’ve been noticing among my peers and icons, which is leading me to believe that this is the next version on the fashion set’s watchlist.
Dimensions: Height: 4 inches; width: 12.25 inches; depth: 2.75 inches
Colors: Noir, Rouge Grenat
Material: Leather
By now, you already know—boho is back. So, why not get yourself a designer bag from one of the luxury brands that does it best?
Dimensions: Height: 5.5 inches; width: 12.5 inches; depth: 3.9 inches
Colors: Vegetal Beige, Sea Grass, Woodrose
Material: Shiny-grained calfskin leather
It’s no secret that the ELLE fashion team loves Khaite, which makes some of the best accessories overall. When I asked our assistant accessories editor, Madison Rexroat, what she’s thinking for must-have designer bags, she said, “any Khaite bag, really.” One particular bag I’ve been spotting everywhere is the Simona—which is especially cool in this snake print. The quality is amazing, and the aesthetic is sleek enough to go with any outfit, which means it’ll be a great investment when you think about the cost per wear.
Dimensions: Height: 9.8 inches; width: 22 inches; depth: 9.8 inches
Colors: Cedar
Material: Suede
There’s no denying it: The Row makes good bags. I know there’s a particular style that’s been selling out for the past year—and understandably so, it’s beautiful. But in case you want another option, this sleek and simple tote is just what the doctor ordered.
Dimensions: Height: 16 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 6 inches
Colors: Chestnut
Material: Leather
Perhaps you were already privy to fashion’s current love for the Y2K aesthetic, but in case you had any doubts that it would be fading, Marc Jacobs just launched the Christina—inspired by the designer’s Marc by Marc archival collection. With the scrunch detail and grunge-adjacent hardware, this is the epitome of cool.
Dimensions: Height: 3.75 inches; width: 12 inches; depth: 3 inches
Colors: Black
Materials: Leather
Savette is the under-the-radar label that’s seemingly everywhere among the most stylish women I know. And because it’s an IYKYK-type brand, you’ll no doubt be seen as the ahead-of-the-curve woman in your friend group.
Dimensions: Height: 6 inches; width: 10 inches; depth: 2.25 inches
Colors: Coffee
Material: Leather
In case you haven’t heard, slouchy is in—and what better way to take on the trend than with the Balenciaga Rodeo? It has the perfectly worn-in look of a well-loved bag without all the wear, which is exactly why ELLE editors (fashion news editor Alexandra Hildreth and me, to name two) can’t stop thinking about it.
Dimensions: Height: 11.8 inches; width: 15.8 inches; depth: 5.1 inches
Colors: Black
Material: Leather
There’s something so charming about this bag—most likely the fact that it’s called the Hug bag, with its little leather arms and whatnot. But in the classic Ferragamo shade of red, I can’t help but also describe this as downright sexy. Hey, the best of both worlds. Of course, if this Flame Red isn’t your thing, it also comes in a variety of neutral shades like black, olive, and navy. I also wore this beauty during New York Fashion Week earlier this year, adorned with personalized bag charms, and I have to tell you: It got all the compliments.
Dimensions: Height: 8.5 inches; width: 12.5 inches; depth: 7.5 inches
Colors: Flame Red, Nero
Material: Leather
Honestly, I can’t stop thinking about this purse. It feels like an unexpected take on the doctor bag trend that’s been bubbling up this spring, and this light khaki green color is the right amount of neutral without feeling like your standard black, white, brown, or beige bag. And, if I may add, the silhouette seems prime for a chic scarf or charm.
Dimensions: Height: 7.5 inches; width: 14 inches; depth: 6.5 inches
Colors: Khaki
Material: Synthetic
We all love suede—right? This supple everyday tote is just the thing to give your everyday ensembles a sophisticated touch—with a twist in the form of that elongated buckle. Plus, this bag is big enough to serve as your work tote, with enough room to fit a 13-inch laptop and more.
Dimensions: Height: 15.5 inches; width: 14 inches; depth: 7 inches
Colors: Cinnamon
Material: Suede
I own this bag—and can I just say, it completely eclipsed my go-to work tote the moment I got it (and trust me, I was not expecting that). The size is perfect to hold all of my daily essentials along with a 13-inch laptop—its bucket silhouette feels elevated but casual enough for everyday occasions, and the strap sits comfortably on my shoulder. I opted for a pretty winter white, but it comes in six other colors, including two vibrant ones: orange and green.
Dimensions: Height: 11.8 inches; width: 10.2 inches; 5.1 inches
Colors: 6 options
Material: Grained leather
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