Spring's New Crop of It Bags
Consider this your insurance against any buyer's remorse come Spring. We did our research and reviewed the Spring '14 runways to give you the most comprehensive guide to the season's biggest bag trends (and shoes!). Some designers revived the bucket bag in sleeker proportions and luxe finishes, while others gave us new structured handbags — the kind that are impossible to overstuff. So, whether you're the type who carries it all in your carryall or requires something smaller, there's undoubtedly something for everyone.
Study up now, bookmark your favorite styles, and stay ahead of the curve. It's the easiest way to shop.
See all the bags from the runways here:
Runway bags from New York Fashion Week Spring 2014
Runway bags from London Fashion Week Spring 2014
Runway bags from Milan Fashion Week Spring 2014
Runway bags from Paris Fashion Week Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 1: Fringe
Fringed bags have long been a favorite of the bohemian girl, but thanks to the high-fashion iterations on the runways, these totes aren't just for those feeling the '60s and '70s vibes. On leather clutches and canvas bucket bags, the feel is more city sophisticate than boho girl, though she'll still find plenty to shop here, too.
Fringe: Marc Jacobs Spring 2014
Marc Jacobs Spring 2014
Fringe: Chloé Spring 2014
Chloé Spring 2014
Fringe: Gucci Spring 2014
Gucci Spring 2014
Fringe: Céline Spring 2014
Céline Spring 2014
Fringe: Dsquared2 Spring 2014
Dsquared2 Spring 2014
Fringe: Valentino Spring 2014
Valentino Spring 2014
Fringe: Proenza Schouler Spring 2014
Proenza Schouler Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 2: Duffel
Think of the chicest bag you could take to the gym — it's sporty and slouchy, and while you could easily stuff it with your sneakers and yoga pants, it'll look polished when you take it to brunch, too. That's exactly what designers delivered — a longer, top-handled bag with a more unstructured, oversize shape that makes it one of the most versatile carryalls on the market.
Duffel: Karen Walker Spring 2014
Karen Walker Spring 2014
Duffel: Jil Sander Spring 2014
Jil Sander Spring 2014
Duffel: Maiyet Spring 2014
Maiyet Spring 2014
Duffel: Alexander Wang Spring 2014
Alexander Wang Spring 2014
Duffel: Reed Krakoff Spring 2014
Reed Krakoff Spring 2014
Duffel: Hermès Spring 2014
Hermès Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 3: Slim and Structured
Be warned: if you require an extra pair of shoes or carry a spare cardigan in your tote, this isn't the bag for you. This is the anti-bag-lady bag, with slim and structured dimensions that can't be overstuffed. Instead, the look is pared down, ladylike, and modern — and only holds the essentials.
Structured: BCBG Max Azria Spring 2014
BCBG Max Azria Spring 2014
Structured: Milly Spring 2014
Milly Spring 2014
Structured: J.W. Anderson Spring 2014
J.W. Anderson Spring 2014
Structured: Chanel Spring 2014
Chanel Spring 2014
Structured: Emporio Armani Spring 2014
Emporio Armani Spring 2014
Structured: Tory Burch Spring 2014
Tory Burch Spring 2014
Structured: 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2014
3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2014
Structured: Miu Miu Spring 2014
Miu Miu Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 4: Exotics
Exotics have earned their keep in the fashion world as the luxest kind of finishes — and this season, there are plenty to choose from. They're not limited to your usual suspects either, so think glossy python, ultrachic ostrich, or colorblock snake finishes. Oh, and they're not reserved for dressing up anymore — these bags beg to be worked into your everyday.
Exotics: Donna Karan New York Spring 2014
Donna Karan New York Spring 2014
Exotics: Miu Miu Spring 2014
Miu Miu Spring 2014
Exotics: Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2014
Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2014
Exotics: Jason Wu Spring 2014
Jason Wu Spring 2014
Exotics: Giorgio Armani Spring 2014
Giorgio Armani Spring 2014
Exotics: Lanvin Spring 2014
Lanvin Spring 2014
Exotics: Mulberry Spring 2014
Mulberry Spring 2014
Exotics: Christian Dior Spring 2014
Christian Dior Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 5: Bucket
After a parade of bucket bags on the Spring '14 runways, we can think of nothing easier or quite so cool as toting this carefree shape all season. It's fashion conscious and entirely effortless — and there aren't many bags we can say that about.
Bucket: Paul & Joe Spring 2014
Paul & Joe Spring 2014
Bucket: Vanessa Bruno Spring 2014
Vanessa Bruno Spring 2014
Bucket: Chloé Spring 2014
Chloé Spring 2014
Bucket: Moschino Spring 2014
Moschino Spring 2014
Bucket: Louis Vuitton Spring 2014
Louis Vuitton Spring 2014
Bucket: Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2014
Rebecca Minkoff Spring 2014
Bucket: Giorgio Armani Spring 2014
Giorgio Armani Spring 2014
Bucket: Saint Laurent Spring 2014
Saint Laurent Spring 2014
Spring Bag Trend No. 6: Handheld Clutch
So practical we wish we'd thought of this — and can't believe we lived without it for so long. Our favorite clutches this season come with convenient straps to make handling them a no-brainer. And while we love the smart handheld clutch, the strap is just as much about aesthetics — designers took every opportunity to embellish them with delicate jewels or hardware.
Handheld Clutch: Nina Ricci Spring 2014
Nina Ricci Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: L'Wren Scott Spring 2014
L'Wren Scott Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: Alexis Mabille Spring 2014
Alexis Mabille Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: Milly Spring 2014
Milly Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: Fendi Spring 2014
Fendi Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: Moschino Spring 2014
Moschino Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: MSGM Spring 2014
MSGM Spring 2014
Handheld Clutch: Matthew Williamson Spring 2014
Matthew Williamson Spring 2014