Your Spring wardrobe refresh isn't complete till you ditch the heavy tote and pick up something a little, well, lighter and way more on trend. And since we can't quite ditch our tights or slip into our favorite dresses just yet, a new handbag is a pretty good place to start, no?
This season's lineup comes equipped with fringed details — and not just for bohemian types — ladylike structured and slim purses (that can't be overstuffed!), and a cool new duffel that's not to be confused with your gym bag. Consider this your field guide to this Spring's biggest bag trends [1] — and rest assured that we've found every tote, clutch, and carryall in every price range. Just scroll through to shop the ultimate Spring bag guide.
- Handheld clutches [2]
- Exotic bags [3]
- Slim and structured bags [4]
- Duffel bags [5]
- Fringe bags [6]
- Bucket bags [7]
Source: IMAXTREE [8] and Getty [9]
Handheld Clutch
Why we love it: What's better than a clutch you don't have to sling under your arm while awkwardly balancing a drink or cell phone in your other hand? This smart clutch comes with a strap to make toting it totally effortless.
How to wear it: Pay attention to the details of your handbag — embellishments and special materials make it perfect for a night out. But don't rule out a day clutch — with a sophisticated, casual ensemble, this might just be the perfect way to top it off.
Handheld Clutch
ASOS Clutch Bag With Radiator Quilting [10] ($38)
Handheld Clutch
Crystal Embellished Tortoise Clutch by Shourouk [11] ($885)
Handheld Clutch
Alexander Wang Dumbo Clutch [12] ($475)
Handheld Clutch
Milly Astor Clutch [13] ($195)
Handheld Clutch
Meckela Boticca Small Suitcase Leather Clutch [14] ($250)
Handheld Clutch
New Ultra Group Jagged Stipe Clutch [15] ($450)
Handheld Clutch
Valentino The Rockstud Leather Clutch [16] ($1,545)
Handheld Clutch
Rachael Ruddick Como Clutch [17] ($245)
Handheld Clutch
Narciso Rodriguez Folio Colorblock Clutch [18] ($1,295)
Exotic Bags
Why we love it: The texture and unique finishes don't just add a more luxurious feel, they also up the intrigue on any outfit.
How to wear it: Don't just reserve these bags for special occasions. Structured, top-handled varieties look particularly sharp at the office, while a high-octane hue makes some of these clutches and crossbody bags pretty perfect for a night out.
Exotics
BCBG Max Azria Pu Clutch Bag [19] ($88)
Exotics
Saveén Essential Clutch [20] ($250)
Exotics
Ivanka Small Snake-Print Bar Shoulder Bag [21] ($210)
Exotics
Rebecca Minkoff Moby Tricolor Lizard-Embossed Leather Convertible Clutch [22] ($295)
Exotics
Michael Kors Gia Sueded Snake Clutch With Lock [23] ($995)
Exotics
Tory Burch Medium Mixed-Media Satchel [24] ($575)
Exotics
BOYY Slash Croc-Embossed Envelope Bag [25] ($840)
Slim and Structured Bags
Why we love it: If you've ever overstuffed a tote or carried a weighty shoulder bag on your arm all day, you'll likely appreciate that these slimmer bags make it nearly impossible to cram everything into them. They force us to be choosy about what we're taking out, and the effect is impeccably chic.
How to wear it: Since these styles feel inherently more polished, we love to pair them with suits, pencil skirts, and trousers to up the ante on our most ladylike looks. Of course, they're also a perfect way to dress up skinny jeans and a tee on our days off, too.
Slim and Structured Bags
H&M Shoulder Bag [26] ($25)
Slim and Structured Bags
Kate Spade Saturday All Along Crossbody Bag [27] ($135)
Slim and Structured Bags
Angel Jackson Starlet Satchel Bag [28] ($501)
Slim and Structured Bags
Rag & Bone Enfield Mini Bag [29] ($395)
Slim and Structured Bags
Sophie Hulme Tan Leather Gold Tab Handbag [30] ($725)
Slim and Structured Bags
Rachel Comey Clue Cross Body Bag [31] ($242)
Slim and Structured Bags
Halston Heritage Pebbled Leather Crossbody Bag [32] ($160)
Slim and Structured Bags
Mackage Rubie Small Sand Crossbody Bag [33] ($295)
Duffel Bags
Why we love it: These roomy satchels are just as functional as our gym bags but look so much chicer.
How to wear it: These bags don't require a head-to-toe look; in fact, they make the look. That's partially why we love them. Add a punchy duffel to your cutoffs and a tank for an instant outfit perk while you're on the go.
Duffel
Fossil Erin Satchel [34] ($218)
Duffel
Foley and Corinna Unchained Duffel [35] ($350)
Duffel
See by Chloé Harriet Bowling Bag [36] ($577)
Duffel
DVF Sutra Small Leather Duffle Bag [37] ($395)
Duffel
Halston Heritage Baby Satchel [38] ($325)
Duffel
3.1 Phillip Lim Wednesday Medium Boston Satchel [39] ($975)
Duffel
See by Chloé Nellie Bag [40] ($577)
Duffel
ALC Lucas Duffel Satchel [41] ($895)
Duffel
Petit Duffle by Clare Vivier [42] ($540)
Duffel
Meredith Wendell Large Patchwork Duffel [43] ($395)
Fringe Bags
Why we love it: There's something so inherently fun about fringe. The texture, the way it drapes and swishes — it adds just a dash of drama to our looks, and what girl doesn't love that?
How to wear it: Don't associate fringe with Western flair; it's a lot more versatile than that, especially in these iterations. Give your boyfriend jeans a little oomph with a fringed clutch in tow, or add a fringed hobo to a printed dress to mix things up.
Fringe
Zara Leather Clutch With Fringes [44] ($100)
George J. Love Shoulder Bag [45] ($83)
Fringe
Anya Hindmarch Handbag [46] ($347)
Fringe
ASOS Leather Fringe Shopper [47] ($122)
Cleobella Fringe Backpack [48] ($377)
Ralph Lauren Flat Fringed Cross-Body [49] ($395)
Danielapi Across-Body Bag [50] ($310)
Bucket Bag
Why we love it: We associate this shape with the easy vibe of the '70s and '90s — cool and roomy enough for all of our essentials.
How to wear it: Don't overcomplicate this one; keep your outfit just as easy as the bag itself. It makes the perfect weekend tote — and by all means, play up the laid-back '70s feel with flares or high-waisted denim.
Bucket
Old Navy Faux Leather Tasseled Bucket Bag [51] ($33)
Bucket
BAGGU Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag [52] ($140)
Bucket
Madewell the Dover Bucket Bag [53] ($188)
Bucket
Elizabeth and James Cynnie Mini Bucket Bag [54] ($445)
Bucket
Joie Mabel Bucket Bag [55] ($388)
Bucket
Loeffler Randall Industry Bag [56] ($295)
Bucket
Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag [57] ($495)
Bucket
Sonia Rykiel Lucien Bucket Bag [58] ($827)