When it comes to trends, bags can be one of the most fickle creatures out there: One season it’s all tiny bags, the next we’re stuffing everything we can into oversized totes. Luckily, the overall theme of the spring 2024 shows leaned toward practicality, giving us plenty of investment inspiration that would actually help us get our essentials from point A to point B (which is, after all, the point).
A little more sophisticated than your average beach bag, this woven style is a go-anywhere bag that pairs well with everything from cocktail to casual, keeping the mood light and fun throughout the day. Meanwhile, the bucket bag shape, so closely associated with the 1970s and 2010s, is now making a comeback in larger sizes and luxurious materials. Classic bag and briefcase silhouettes are gracefully transformed in the hands of talented designers, turning their everyday energy into something powerful and beautiful. Of course, it couldn’t be all that easy – some of the most interesting pieces were almost comically large, blurring the line between tote and outdoor bag. Clearly, these are for people who have somewhere – or many – to go.
Straw, leather, rope, and raffia feature intricate patterns and loose, open textures. Often associated with beach vacations, these sophisticated versions bring the same playful energy to more elevated pursuits.
Typically, bucket bags are small crossbody bags. Our favorite this season is larger, more dramatic, and makes the most of its sculptural appeal.
This isn’t your grandma’s pen. Soft lines, charming details and a playful design make this classic fun again.
The briefcase has the traditional masculine qualities that designers love to play with, but it’s also a practical style for today’s hybrid work culture. Why carry your laptop in a backpack when you can put it in a briefcase?