Animal Bags Are All the Rage — or Are You Still Carrying a Square Tote?

By Sarah Wasilak

Updated on 6/29/2017 at 12:47 PM

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Given the rise of literal animal patterns splashed all across swimsuits, blouses, and skirts, we aren't surprised to find plenty of bags shaped like our favorite critters. After all, handbags are the most playful accessories we own.

While some brands have been in on the trend for a while — Loewe's elephant satchels are the OG, though its Panda pouches are cute too, and Kate Spade New York introduces a new creature almost every season — new animal-shaped designs are popping up this season.

We're admittedly obsessed with Cult Gaia's Babe, an adorable little pig to tote around, and Betsey Johnson's straw fish crossbody is the optimal Summer carry-all. Scroll to shop a handful of the latest and greatest.

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Cult Gaia's Babe Bag ($198) will be the only straw tote you ever want to carry.

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Two tiny parrots are perched happily on top of the Sarah's Bag Inseparable Clutch (900).

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The Loewe Panda Leather Crossbody Bag ($1,290) might be a standout, but in the black and white colorway, it's practically a neutral.

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If you're looking for something light but loud, shop H&M's Pouch With Shoulder Strap ($13).

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The Moschino Little Bear Bag ($850) looks like a friggin' toy — and we're into it.

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If investing in elegance is key for you, shop the Judith Leiber Couture Swan Crystal Minaudiere ($4,995).

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The "d'aww!" comments will keep coming when you spin around once you're carrying the Kendall + Kylie Normie Backpack ($236).

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The subtle gingham print and soft fabric of Thom Browne's Women's Hector Dog Bag ($2,360) elevate it instantly.

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Go for a superfeminine look with Sophia Webster's Flossy Butterfly Leather Pouch Bag, Tan Magenta ($395).

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The Charlotte Olympia Ladybird Shoulder Bag ($2,505) is perfect for the Spring and Summer.

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You'll love the sleek style of the Lulu Guinness Women's Kooky Cat Perspex Orb Clutch Black ($382).

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How adorable is the tassel tail on the Hillier Bartley — Bunny Calf Hair And Leather Clutch — Pink ($750)?

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Go pink and pristine with the Skinnydip Flamingo Float Cross Body Bag ($45).

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The Kenzo Tiger Paw Rubberized Acrylic Bag ($360) is just a paw, but it's a mighty paw at that.

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Loewe's Elephant Minibag Leather Shoulder Bag ($1,290) is a street style staple.

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The Kate Spade New York bag of the season is the Full Plume Wicker Peacock ($458).

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You'll want to pair the Betsey Johnson Kitsch Gone Fishin Crossbody ($98) with all your breezy sundresses.