6 New Handbag Brands You Need to Know

Montunas was created by Costa Rican model Elke Ruge and her two daughters. Inspired by their home country, the acrylics, printed silk, and rich, neutral leathers all conjure up images of Costa Rica.

Montunas Guaria with Orquidea Scarf Handle ($540).

Montunas Bucket Bag ($604).

Montunas Stelis with Pouch ($375).

Montunas Convertible Canvas Backpack ($629).

Cesta was started by former fashion editor Courtney Weinblatt Fasciano and creative director Erin Ryder who set out to create a line of handbags that not only was sustainable but also made a social impact. Beginning with the basket bag, they employ artisans in Rwanda and locally sourced renewable resources to craft each and every product.

Cesta Collective Super Stripe Lunchpail ($395).

Cesta Collective Crossbody ($450).

Cesta Collective Red Multi Stripe Lunchpail ($395).

Cesta Collective Two-Tone Lunchpail ($395).

While Little Liffner has been around since 2012, the brand itself claims that they have been "quietly building a loyal following" instead of jumping in too deep, too soon. Over the past few seasons, they've really begun to gain momentum with their colorful structured mini bags, taking over Instagram and street style alike.

Little Liffner Open Tulip Tote ($524).

Little Liffner Little Lady Black Lizard ($397).

Little Liffner Saddle Medium Glossy Navy ($413).

Little Liffner Le Beach Basket ($53).

Wandler Hortensia Bag Mini ($828)

Wandler Luna Mini ($648)

Wandler Hortensia Bag Big ($957)

Wandler Yara Bag ($890)

Launched in 2016, Gu_de is inspired by the decade of the 1970s, both by way of materials, shapes, and tones. With interesting structured shapes in tones not only of ivory and black, but also brick red, seafoam green, deep teal, and more, they're statement pieces, to be sure.

Gu_de Duet Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag ($690).

Gu_de Edie Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag ($480).

Gu_de Water PVC and Croc-Effect Leather Tote ($375).

Gu_de Milky Croc-Effect Leather Tote ($710).

Alfeya Valrina's namesake label was founded upon her recent graduation from the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2018. She is based in Jakarta and all of her bags are handmade there. In true sustainable fashion, the label uses only locally-sourced materials, committing to a zero-waste production line.

Alfeya Valrina Alea Bag ($230).

Alfeya Valrina Joe Joe Bag ($238).

Alfeya Valrina Naomi Bag ($215).

Alfeya Valrina Alea Bag ($230).