When it comes to trends, bags are unpredictable: One season we’re wearing dainty handbags, the next we’re stuffing every conceivable item into tote bags. Luckily, the spring 2024 runway themes are leaning toward practicality, giving us plenty of inspiration to invest in pieces that can actually help us get our essentials from point A to point B (that’s the point, after all).
A more sophisticated take on the basic beach bag, woven styles are everywhere, suiting everything from cocktail to casual, and keeping you active all day long. Meanwhile, the bucket bag shape, closely associated with the 1970s and 2010s, is now being updated in larger sizes and luxurious materials. Classic bag and briefcase silhouettes are being gracefully reimagined in the hands of talented designers, turning everyday energy into something strong, durable, and beautiful. Of course, nothing is too simple – some of the most interesting pieces have been almost comically large, blurring the line between tote and travel suit. Clearly, they’re for people who have somewhere – or many – to go.
Straw, leather, rope and raffia give the pieces intricate patterns and loose, open textures. These sophisticated materials, typically associated with beach holidays, are now bringing the same playful energy to more upscale events.
Bucket bags are typically small crossbody bags, but our favorite this season is a larger, more dramatic one that shows off its sculptural shape.
Say goodbye to your grandma’s classics. Soft lines, intriguing details and playful designs bring this classic back to life.
The briefcase itself represents traditional masculinity, and designers are happy to get creative with it, but the practical style is also very suitable for today’s hybrid office culture. Why stuff your laptop in a backpack when you can put it in a briefcase?