If You’re Buying A New Handbag, It Should Fit One Of These 2024 Bag Trends

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What’s in your bag? If you’ve been on YouTube in the last decade, you’ve probably watched celebrities and influencers reveal the exclusive contents of their handbags. Lipgloss, designer wallets, a loose Polaroid, and a strategic sponsored brand placement are all fair game. This year, however, the question is not a matter of what is in your bag, but which bag trend for 2024 you’ll be carrying. You don’t need celeb status or a social following to get in on these trends.

If you’re concerned about having room in your bag for your own haul of celeb-worthy essentials, I’ve got good news for you—the 2024 bag trends are bigger and better than ever. The micro-mini bag trend made popular by brands like Jacquemus and models like Bella Hadid is on its way out. You can go ahead and store yours in one of the large bags trending for the new year. Don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of space.

Extra large clutches, spacious bucket bags, and oversized totes are just a few of the trends you’ll be carrying all year long. If you still love the look of a smaller bag, there are always still trendy options. A bright red handbag or quilted leather are both excellent ways to give the old mini-bag trend a new life.

Keep reading for the six bag trends on our radar for 2024.

The XL Clutch

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If you want to make your entire ensemble look more expensive, there’s a cost-efficient hack to doing so. Simply take your shoulder bag, flatten the strap, and hold it under your arm as a clutch. A clutch will make you look busy, important, and sophisticated. Brands like Ferragamo and Bottega Veneta have popularized the oversized clutch silhouette amongst the high fashion crowd. No strap? No problem.
Heart In Your Hands

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If you’re the kind of person who wears your heart on your sleeve, you may want to consider moving it to your shoulder or hands. Heart-shaped bags are an untraditional shape we are loving for 2024. Designer brands like Alaïa have popularized the kitschy shape and infused the luxury bag market with a little romance. Luckily, this shape can be found at so many retailers now so you won’t have to drop major cash to fall head over heels for the look.
The Bucket Bag

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Bucket bags never go out of style but they also haven’t necessarily been at the forefront of style in the last few years—until now. Whether you’re rocking a crossbody or a handle, bucket bags are the alternative silhouette all of the cool kids will be wearing in 2024 (as demonstrated by Elsa Hosk above). Any material works for a bucket bag so you can really customize the look for specific occasions or for your personal style. If you’re going somewhere dressy, consider a satin or beaded bucket bag. If you’re looking for an accessory for your daily routine, a leather or suede bucket bag is ideal. And finally, if a beach getaway is in your future, you can’t go wrong with a woven bag.
Quilted Minis

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While puffy handbags were popular in 2023, Miu Miu took a more refined approach to the trend for 2024. Quilted handbags are a part of the brand’s Fall/Winter ’23 collection and have already quickly become a celeb favorite. Accessible brands like COS, Coach, and Stand Studio have similar versions of the bag available in stores and online right now. If you’re in search of a trendy new statement piece, this is the style for you.
Too Red Hot To Handle

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Red accents are everywhere right now and that includes the handbag category. If you’re looking to add a pop of red to your wardrobe, a bag is a great way to start because it’s a piece you can use on a daily basis. Whether it’s a small handbag or an oversized leather tote, red will elevate your entire look.
Oversized Shoulder Bags

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When it comes to shoulder bags in 2024, the bigger the better. The teeny tiny handbag trend is being overshadowed by the oversized shoulder bag trend. As someone who is constantly carrying a laptop and a minimum of 10 accessories around, I’m so excited about this change. Brands like Loewe have embraced the oversized trend with the sold-out Squeeze Bag. There are also chic suede and leather tote options from brands like J. Crew and Banana Republic.