The handbag trends to add to your handbag rotation
There’s a sweet spot where those who follow fashion trends religiously and those who only dabble in them can meet: the handbag. Unlike trends focused on clothing, which don’t come with a guarantee of lasting power, handbag trends are a lot more flexible. Practicality is (almost) always baked right in, too.
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Like the top shoe trends of 2022, the trends this year are notably less about the gimmick and more about function. Granted the Spring 2022 presentations also offered the occasional just-for-fashion’s-sake item here and there, in the handbag category, it’s all about balancing fun and no-nonsense. Ahead, is a bag for your consideration.
handbag trends: The Basket Bag 2.0
At Givenchy, Johanna Ortiz and Gabriela Hearst
Double Bag It
At Altuzarra and Bottega Veneta
The Big Bag Club
At Balenciaga, Khaite and Miu Miu
Ruching
At A.L.C. and Balmain
Cylindrical
At Hermès, Bibhu Mohapatra and Chloé
The Shiny Party Purse
At Alexander McQueen and Et Ochs
Cradled and Hugged
At Jonathan Simkai, Acne Studios and Etro
The Heart-Shaped Mini Bag
At DSquared and Lanvin
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Spot anything worth adding to your 2022 handbag rotation?
Art Matthew Ian Fetalver
