How to Wear a Big Bag, Because We're Not All Here For the Tiny Bag Trend

Tuck it away under your arm, securing it neatly between the bracelets on your wrist and a '90s-style slip dress.

Choosy Lizzi Pouch ($125)

Dries Van Noten Glossed Croc Effect Leather Clutch ($907, originally $1,295)

Use it to accent your tall boots and the belt on your outerwear, and swing it down at your side.

Choose a contrasting color so it pops against the rest of your outfit and clutch it against your hip.

Go for a monochrome outfit in tailored suit separates and allow the bag to swing by your boots as you grip it from the top handle.

Add extra pops of leather to your outfit but stay away from brights, so the bag takes center stage.

Swing it over your shoulder and keep the rest of your accessories minimal so your outfit seems as effortless as possible. Key tip: wear flats or a sturdy boot.

Topshop Riley Black Quilted Tote Bag ($52)

Our Pick: Zara Minimal Shopper ($30)

Wear tough boots and a ribbed set and grip the bag from underneath, hoisting it up by your hip.

Wear a minidress and leather knee-high boots, swinging the bag down by your knees and gripping firmly from both handles.

Our Pick: The Row Sporty Bowler 12 Top Handle Bag ($2,990)

Sam Edelman Womens Noely Bowling Bag Satchel ($47, originally $118)

Slip the bag of your shoulder and swing the pouch toward the back, so passersby can check out your bag as you leave. This ensures that, regardless of whatever else you've got going on in your look — we see you, crinkled leather trench and slit pants — the bag is the focal point.

If your shoulder bag is textured — think furry or feathered — or you're wearing a hat, swing it down by your side instead of carrying it the typical way, so onlookers can slowly take in your outfit, tracing your look from head to toe.

Bottega Veneta The Shoulder Pouch ($2,800)

Topshop Helen Blue Ruched Hobo Bag ($55)

The shopper bag outfit is carefree, so try it with a swingy dress in a bright color and sandals. Wear a long necklace for a bohemian feel, and swing the bag over your shoulder.

Contrast the simple shopper bag with a luxe-looking coat and play with bright colors. This will instantly elevate your shopper and make it seem much more than a grocery bag.

ASOS DESIGN Check Plastic Shopper Bag ($12, originally $24)

COS Leather Shopper Bag ($250)

If your vacation bag comes in a geometric shape or straw material, try it with a ruched minidress and simple, barely-there sandals. The dress and statement bag make for a perfect, easy-to-style pairing when you don't want to overthink things.

Contrast prints to make your beach bag look seem more fun and spontaneous than polished and street-ready.

Mango Maxi Fringe Bag ($52, originally $130)

Marni Glossy Grip Large PVC Tote Bag ($380, originally $950)