5 Key Fall Bag Trends You’re About to See Everywhere
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This year, fall’s biggest bag trends aren’t just covetable—they’re also about rediscovering personal style. The runway shows for fall 2024 used accessories as love letters to functional style: Miu Miu’s overstuffed carryalls reflected how people actually use their everyday bags. Chloé’s studded crescents radiated boho glam and had enough room to hold a fall layer. Coach’s layered charms captured a collective vibe shift away from the pristine and toward the lived-in.
So while it’s fun to keep up with the latest fashion trends—and our editors certainly are—this season is all about you. Love details like extra-long straps, studs, and keychains? So do McQueen, Tory Burch, and Moschino. In the mood for burgundy? You’re in good company with Gucci and Armani. But whether you go for a designer purse or an under-$20 pick from Amazon, wear it with confidence and purpose—that’s the most important bag trend this autumn.
Glamour’s fall bag trends wish list
The Burgundy Stunner: Kate Spade Knott Zip-Top Satchel, $378
The Studded Tote: Madewell Essential Bucket Tote, $198
The Amazon Gem: JW Pei Orla Weave Handbag, $139
The Bow Bag: Lucca Bow Bag, $68
The Cult-Favorite Crescent: Polène Numéro Dix, $580
The Bag Charm: Marc Jacobs The Nano Tote Bag Charm, $125
1. Dark cherry
Yes, burgundy reemerges every fall—but the color is poised to have a banner year. Just ask Ferragamo, JW Anderson, Fendi, and Gucci, among many other labels who showed dark cherry accessories for autumn. Moody and sultry, the color pairs nicely with black, navy, gray, and denim blue, making these oxblood bags worthwhile investments that’ll get plenty of wear beyond this season. These are our favorite picks in every silhouette and price point.
Kate Spade Knott Medium Zip-Top Satchel
$378.00, Kate Spade
Reformation Patrizia Crossbody Bag
$348.00, Reformation
Cuyana Classic Easy Zipper Tote
$298.00, Cuyana
Everlane New Day Market Tote
$275.00, Everlane
Gucci GG Marmont Super Mini Bag
$1300.00, Gucci
Mansur Gavriel Camera Bag
$545.00, Shopbop
Saint Laurent Le 37 Mini Bag
$2100.00, Net-a-Porter
Hoxis Minimalist Handbag
$17.00, Amazon
2. Studded bags
Chloé’s fall-winter runway was perhaps the most talked-about show of the season, almost singlehandedly heralding boho’s grand comeback—and, by extension, the return of studded bags. Brands such as Acne Studios and Alexander McQueen showed similar accessories, and now everyone from Khaite to Madewell is on board. Dip your toes into the trend with minimal studs from Rebecca Minkoff and Isabel Marant; dive in headfirst with edgy gems from Clare V. and Mango.
Madewell Essential Bucket Tote
$198.00, Madewell
Rebecca Minkoff Medium Darren North/South Bag
$278.00, Nordstrom
Khaite Elena Bag With Studs
$2800.00, Nordstrom
The Drop Hillary Tote Bag
$50.00, Amazon
Clare V. Lune Bag
$375.00, Clare V.
Isabel Marant Oskan Moon Bag
$990.00, Net-a-Porter
Panconesi Small Diamanti Saddle Bag
$740.00, Ssense
Mango Stud Leather Bag
$300.00, Mango
3. Crescent silhouettes
A few distinct shapes popped up this season, including bucket bags and east-west silhouettes. But we’re most excited about crescents, which walked at Loewe and Chloé, among many other runways. The relaxed, practical design lends itself well to everyday carry and fits nicely with the boho renaissance currently taking fashion by storm. (It’s also a nice alternative to your everyday tote bag.) While these picks won’t stow a laptop, they can handle most everything else—perfect for weekends or nights out.
Free People Roma Suede Tote Bag
$98.00, Free People
Madewell Essential Curve Shoulder Bag
$198.00, Madewell
Polène Numéro Dix
$580.00, Polène
Tory Burch T Monogram Crescent Bag
$428.00, Tory Burch
Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag
$20.00, Uniqlo
Sunday Best Phoebe Mini Bag
$58.00, Aritzia
Lemaire Croissant Bag
$795.00, Net-a-Porter
Mango Leather-Effect Shoulder Bag
$70.00, Mango
4. Special straps
Exaggerated straps graced the catwalks at Prada, Tory Burch, Jil Sander, and Moschino, becoming one of fall’s most unexpected bag trends. The details, some purely decorative and others at least semifunctional, are another nod toward individual style, proving that even if your bag’s shape doesn’t turn heads, the way you carry it can. Brands like Kate Spade, Polène, and J.Crew have outfitted their autumn bags with slightly off-kilter straps. Meanwhile, Reformation and Bottega Veneta offer handles that turn standard silhouettes into standout handbags.
Kate Spade Knott Medium Crossbody Tote
$348.00, Kate Spade
Polène Numéro Neuf Bag
$610.00, Polène
J.Crew Edie Bucket Bag
$200.00, J.Crew
Tory Burch Small Marshmallow Satchel
$498.00, Tory Burch
Reformation Medium Vittoria Tote Bag
$498.00, Reformation
Lucca Bow Bag
$68.00, Free People
Bottega Veneta Sardine Bag With Chain
$4900.00, Net-a-Porter
JW Pei Orla Weave Handbag
$139.00, Amazon
5. Bag charms
Coach kicked off the bag-charm trend at New York Fashion Week, and it’s showing no sign of slowing down after popping up at Fendi, Miu Miu, and Etro. (Seemingly every bag carried by editors and influencers at Copenhagen Fashion Week, which just wrapped up in August, featured charms.) It’s carte blanche to cosplay stylish women like Jane Birkin and the Olsen twins, who have long worn high-end bags personalized with charms and keychains (not to mention scratches and wine stains). Attach these charms—including a few mini-bags—to your straps to show off your personality. Meanwhile, Loewe and 3.1 Phillip Lim have you covered if you’d rather leave the accessorizing to the designer.
Coach Cherry Bag Charm
$95.00, Coach
BaubleBar Mickey Mouse Disney Pretzel Bag Charm
$48.00, BaubleBar
Kate Spade Shaggy 3D Coin Purse
$138.00, Kate Spade
Calico Critters Keychain
$14.00, Urban Outfitters
Marc Jacobs The Nano Tote Bag Charm
$125.00, Ssense
Lululemon Clippable Nano Pouch
$24.00, Lululemon
Loewe Small Squeeze Bag
$4100.00, Net-a-Porter
3.1 Phillip Lim We Are NY Market Tote
$295.00, Shopbop
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