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These Are The Best Sequin Bags For Party Season And Beyond
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Do you prefer sequin bags or are you more into purses adorned with paillettes? While they may look similar, they are in fact very different in the eyes of fashion purists. Paillettes are flat and often have their hole at the top of the disc, while sequins have grooves in them and always have their hole in the middle.
That being said, one of the most iconic sequin bags in fashion history comes from Paco Rabanne, whose signature Sparkle shoulder bag is actually decorated with paillettes. A defining accessory of the swinging ‘60s, sequin bags were also a fixture during the 1920's Art Deco era, so it’s clear that they are made for getting all dressed up and dancing until dawn.
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'At Net-A-Porter, we have seen a 100% increase in searches for sequin bags over the last three months (versus the period prior). We expect bold accessories to take centre-stage in our AW24 wardrobes, and sequin bags are the perfect iteration of this trend,' Libby Page, the platform's market director, tells ELLE UK. 'Exclusive to Net-A-Porter, Rabanne’s Sparkle paillette-embellished satin shoulder bag is the perfect statement piece for a capsule wardrobe.'
Among the AW24 street style set, Fendi's sequinned baguette bag was a standout at Milan, Paris, and Copenhagen Fashion Weeks. We spotted tastemaker Grece Ghanem in Milan wearing a purple style to complement her lavender, sequin maxi dress for a cocktail event, before pairing it with a printed shirt and trousers while jetting between fashion shows in the daytime.
But sequin bags can work well for the minimalists, too: enliven a neutral outfit with a tonal sequin bag, or style a gold or silver style with a slinky, black dress and matching jewellery for a playful take on black tie elegance.
As we ease into party season, this trend will only become more coveted for all your event dressing needs, so we've put together the ultimate ELLE edit of the best sequin bags to shop now.
Sequin Bags For A Sartorial Statement:
An iconic piece of fashion history, Rabanne's Sparkle shoulder bag was first introduced in 1969 and nods to the decade's space age futurism. Style with silver jewellery, a slinky dress, and strappy sandals for a night out.
From AW24 street style set to Sex and the City's Carrie Bradshaw, Fendi's glamorous Baguette is a must-have amongst tastemakers – and this vintage sunset-hued style from 1997 is a firm favourite.
This silver statement piece instantly will enliven daytime looks. Simply pair with high-waist denim, a cardigan and flats for the office, then swap to heels for after-work drinks.
This pretty bag sparkles with hundreds of pink paillettes and is finished with a silver chain strap and tassel, adding the perfect finishing touch to any cocktail look.
Roger Vivier's white clutch is decorated with pearlescent sequins in a chic, quilted pattern. The added sparkle of the crystal buckle mades it ideal for pairing with a wedding dress or bridal suit – finish with ivory footwear and diamonds.
Bottega Veneta Pouch Leather Crossbody Bag
This sumptuous green pouch shows Bottega Veneta's dynamic take on accessories design. It's cut from soft, slouchy leather, and fitted with a dainty, adjustable leather strap, then finished with sparkling sequins – it's perfect for a festive evening.
Stella McCartney's Falabella adds a glamorous detail to party season dressing. It's adorned with high-shine paillettes that shimmer like liquid gold, illuminating your outfit at every angle that it catches the light.
JW PEI's pink sequin bag is covered in floral appliqués that will add a playful feel to any outfit. Try styling for a garden party or as the finishing touch for a wedding guest look.
Certainly an investment piece, you can't go wrong with a vintage Chanel handbag. This limited-edition mini flap bag is sourced from 2006-2008 and is guaranteed to retain its value as a rare collector's item. This second-hand find is in good condition and comes with a dust bag and box.
The chic design of Mango's pint-sized handbag looks so much more expensive than it is. The fluffy sequins are finished in an ultra versatile, warm-gold hue that adds depth to jewel tone looks.
First debuted in Prada's Spring/Summer 2021 collection, the Cleo is inspired by the brand's archival Y2K styles. Inky leather is adorned with black and white sequins, while the contrasting logo infuses the design with character.
Kara is the Ecommerce Editor, Women’s Lifestyle at Hearst UK. Leading Cosmopolitan’s digital shopping strategy, she shares style advice for life’s big moments, reports on the latest fashion collaborations, and creates beauty reviews across skincare, makeup, and haircare.
Kara’s most popular guides include ‘Affordable Jewellery Brands to Shop’, ‘Ski Wear to Shop, According to an Editor’, and ‘The Best High Street Wedding Dress Brands’, while covering deals events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. When she’s not behind a laptop screen, she’s hosting shopping videos and livestreams for Cosmo’s TikTok Shop. Kara also creates shopping content for Red and Prima, and was previously contributing Fashion and Beauty Ecommerce Editor at ELLE and Harper’s Bazaar.
Since starting her career as a journalist in 2018, she has held the role of Fashion Content Editor at NET-A-PORTER’s Porter Magazine, Associate Editor at PopSugar, and written for Refinery29 and LOVE Magazine, where she covered fashion and beauty news, trends, and features. An experienced interviewer, Kara has spoken to Zendaya, Alicia Keys, Simone Biles, and Tyla about life, work, and style. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, Kara lived in Toronto, Canada before moving to London.
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