The Best Bag Trends of NYFW Spring 2024

Bag Layering

NYFW models at Phillip Lim, Rachel Comey, and Coach carry double bags, one of the best 2024 NYFW SS24 fashion trends. — From left: 3.1 Phillip Lim, Rachel Comey, Coach.
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We've watched mini bags get smaller and smaller, wondering what purpose they'll serve once they're too tiny to hold anything but a compact. At NYFW, labels like Coach, Kate Spade, Rachel Comey, and 3.1 Phillip Lim served solutions on the runway with models sporting not one, but two bags on their shoulders.

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3D Florals

Models at Sixdo and Kate Spade hold 3D floral bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Sixdo, Kate Spade.
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It wouldn't be spring Fashion Week without a smattering of florals. This year, designers moved away from from prints and towards playful, 3D floral petals that combined the softness of ever-trendy rosettes with the whimsy of '70s flower-power patterns.

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Larger-Than-Life Totes

Models at Sixdo, Tibi, and Phillip Lim carry slouchy, oversized bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Sixdo, Tibi, and 3.1 Phillip Lim.
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The oversized tote bag trend moved into a new, slouchy direction this season. Shiny leather and neutral canvas totes in a range of soft-edged and supple silhouettes were spotted at Sixdo, Tibi, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and elsewhere.

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A Focus on Fringe

Models carry fringe bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Rachel Comey, Bronx and Banco, Ulla Johnson.
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XL top-handle totes received a '70s-inspired update at Rachel Comey, Bronx and Banco, and Ulla Johnson thanks to layers of all-over and seam-accenting fringe.

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High-Shine Chain Straps

Models at Phillip Lim and Kate Spade hold resin chain strap bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — 3.1 Phillip Lim, Kate Spade.
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At 3.1 Phillip Lim and Kate Spade, chain strap purses got a glossy, modern makeover. The former warmed up classic leather shoulder bags with resin chains, while there was a more monochromatic route at the latter, with chains coated in shades that matched each bag's body.

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Micro-Mini Bags

Whether or not they're the most practical, there's no denying that mini bags aren't going anywhere. Last season's tiny purses were shrunken down even farther at shows including Staud and Kate Spade.

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Gold-Dipped Baguettes

NYFW models carry gold metallic Y2K baguette bags, one of the best 2024 NYFW SS24 fashion trends. — From left: Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren.
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The '90s baguette silhouette appeared dipped in gold during this season's runway shows. At Michael Kors, gold hardware replaced the Y2K-inspired leather strap, while Ralph Lauren opted for a slightly shrunken silhouette.

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A Perfect Match

Models carry matching bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Libertine.
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Abandon any worries you've ever had about your accessories being too matchy-matchy. Designers including Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and Libertine dove head-first into overt pattern-matching. Sticking primarily to a black-and-white color palette with occasional pops of neon, the boldness of this trend is slightly softened by the classic silhouettes the prints appear on.

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Crocodile Rock

Models carry croc-embossed bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Jason Wu, Luar, Flying Solo.
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One of NYFW's trendiest bag finishes was an ultra-shiny croc-embossed look. Jason Wu applied the texture to a chic and simple envelope clutch, Luar added the finish to its signature top handle purse, and Flying Solo used a crinkle croc effect on a sweet and shiny mini doctor bag.

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Scaled Down Satchels

NYFW models carry small satchels, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Coach, Carolina Herrera.
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Satchels, a preppy aesthetic staple accessory, received a brightly colored update at Coach, Carolina Herrera, and Kate Spade. Designed in jewel-toned leather at Coach, pretty pastel suede at Caroline Herrera, and supple neon leather at Kate Spade, there's a shade for everyone when it comes to this well rounded classic bag trend.

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The Raffia Remix

Models carry raffia bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Bronx and Banco, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Flying Solo.
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Raffia bags are a warm-weather staple, and designers got creative this season by bringing the beloved material into unexpected silhouettes with contrasting details and hardware. Bronx and Banco went sleek, 3.1 Phillip Lim took a crisp, two-tone approach with layers of black leather, while Flying Solo applied vintage touches courtesy of warm wood details.

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Hardshell Handle Bags

Models carry hardshell handbags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Bibhu Mohapatra, KÃ¶tt KÃ¶mm.
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At Bibhu Mohapatra and Kött Kömm, hardshell bags with uniquely lustrous looks were sent down the runways. The rough-hammered finish of Kött Kömm's circular clutch fell in step with the battle armor aesthetic seen this year at Haute Couture Fashion Week in Paris. Meanwhile, at Bibhu Mohapatra, the hardshell trend was realized in an ombré with all the glow of polished quartz crystal.

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Circular Statement Clutches

Models carry small circle bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Altuzarra, Flying Solo, Edher Gin.
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Spherical bags have been staging a comeback this year. While the circle bags spotted in Fall/Winter collections were almost all mini- and structured, this season offered more variety. Altuzarra sent smooth leather crossbody circle bags down the runway. Flying Solo took a petal-festooned, top-handle bag approach and Edher Gin delivered a playfully punk wrecking ball design.

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She Sells Seashells

NYFW models carry seashell bags, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Staud, Ulla Johnson.
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At Staud and Ulla Johnson, a crafty bag trend got us itching for one last weekend "down the shore." Opaque and lustrous seashells created both texture and print on brown leather purses with fringe and leather thong detailing.

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Fashion-Forward Backpacks

NYFW models wear backpacks, one of the best bag trends of NYFW 2023. — From left: Flying Solo, Libertine.
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We weren't expecting to get into the back-to-school spirit during NYFW, but then Libertine and Flying Solo sent backpacks down the runway. These sleekly constructed and fringe-adorned accessories are a boon for those of us who prefer practical backpacks over stylish (but less ergonomic) tote bags for schlepping to and from work.

Spring 2024 Fashion Week Trends

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