Colourblocking
This popular spring fashion trend is not only apparent on this season’s tops and dresses, but also on the latest handbags as bag styles gradually change from slippery patent leather to laid-back cool and chic.
Emulate one of spring’s top trends with Anthropologie’s Colour Field Bag, $278. Available at Anthropologie.
Patterns
Solid brights are quickly becoming a thing of the past with funky, wild patterns taking over summer- and spring handbag collections. With everything from 1970’s-inspired psychedelics in keeping with the fashion inspiration from that decade, to bold sailor-style stripes and vivid florals, it seems like anything is possible when it comes to design and colour this spring.
Go nautical with Lucky Brand’s Paisley Blue Beach Tote, $79. Available at Lucky Brand.
Pale Hues
On the contrary, for those of you who prefer understated elegance and would rather stick to neutrals such as cream or taupe shades, you’re in luck as well! Crazy brights aren’t the only style in fashion this season, with pale and pretty lilac, beige, off-white, and pastel tones bound to appear on the shoulders of fashionable ladies everywhere very soon.
Check out Coach’s Madison Leather Sophia Satchel in Lilac, $358. Available at Coach.
Side Straps
The cross-body bag is expected and predicted to be popular again for spring, due to its functional and practical yet simply chic nature. Perfect for keeping your hands free while you grab coffee or do errands, the side-strapped bag is the ideal weekend accessory, especially at a point in the year when the last thing many of us want to do is hang onto a heavy leather satchel with a sweaty grip.
Aldo Accessories’ Cross-Body RENTAS Bag in Cognac is a must-have this spring, on sale for $19.98. Available at Aldo Accessories.
The Envelope-Style Clutch
It’s delicate, refined, and very trendy at the moment. The quintessential classic evening clutch has now taken the next step into haute couture with a trend which is great for an evening out. With bag trends constantly changing from large and imposing to dainty and miniature, it’s hard to now which fads are worth investing in at any given time. One thing’s for sure, the envelope clutch is a timeless fashion accessory.
For a night out, try J.Crew’s Satin Invitation Clutch in Club Green, $59.50. Available at jcrew.com.
