by Matt von Holtz.
Valentine’s Day is about more than roses and chocolates, it’s a celebration of love in all its messy, magical, marvellous forms… and handbags! Whether you’re dressing up for a candlelit dinner, heading out with friends, or indulging in a little self-love (because, why not?), colour plays a huge role in setting the mood. What better way to embrace those romantic moments than with a Valentine’s Day-inspired handbag in the perfect colour?
The Colour of Passion and Desire – Red Handbags
Red handbags are the classic Valentine’s hue, embodying love in its most intense form. It symbolises deep emotions, romantic passion, and undeniable attraction. Red lips, roses, and dresses have long been associated with desire, it’s bold, striking, and impossible to ignore. Red also represents strength and courage, qualities that often define love at its most powerful. Electric and unapologetic, red is the colour of stolen glances, late-night confessions, and the kind of love that sets your soul on fire. Live and love boldly!
Top Red Handbags for Valentine’s Day
Tory Burch
Lee Radziwill Suede-trimmed Leather Shoulder Bag in Red
£880
Jacquemus
Rond Carré Small Leather Clutch in Red
£850
Alaïa
Le Teckel Small Leather Shoulder Bag in Red
£1,560
Loulou Studio
Johanna Leather Shoulder Bag in Tomato Red
£749
Magda Butrym
Brigitte Trapeze Leather Shoulder Bag in Bordeaux
£1,680
The Sweet, Playful Side of Love – Pink Handbags
A softer take on red, pink handbags represent warmth, affection, and playfulness. It’s the colour of sweet gestures, early romance, and love that feels light-hearted yet meaningful. Whether it’s the blush of a first date or the comfort of lifelong friendship, pink captures love in its gentler, more tender forms. Pure joy, pink is the colour of first crushes, love notes scribbled in the margins, and those butterflies-in-your-stomach moments. Whether you’re feeling flirtatious or embracing your soft side, pink is a love letter to romance.
Latest Pink Handbags for Valentine’s Day
Ottolinger
Knotted Signature Ceramic Rubber Top-handle Bag in Pink
£495
Clio Peppiatt
Nova Embellished Satin Clutch in Pastel Pink
£430
Christian Louboutin
Cabata Soft Small Leather Tote Bag in Vintage Rose
£1,130
Acne Studios
Bow-detailed Ruched Leather Shoulder Bag in Pastel Pink
£1,300
Coperni
Mini Swipe Leather Crossbody Bag in Pink
£610
Isabel Marant
Oskan Moon Leather Shoulder Bag in Antik Pink
£695
Mulberry
Islington Grained Leather Bucket Bag in Autumn Rose
£995
Coach
Cargo 26 Logo-Embroidered Small Canvas Tote Bag in Pink
£195
The Colour of New Beginnings and Devotion – White Handbags
White handbags are about purity, sincerity, and new beginnings. They symbolises loyalty, reflecting trust and commitment in a relationship. It also conveys peace and harmony, representing a love that feels effortless and natural. Fresh, crisp, and full of promise, white is the colour of new chapters and deep trust.
Fashionable White Handbags
Moncler
Teddy Capsule Caradoc Mini Tote Bag in Silk White
£565
The Attico
Friday Leather Top-handle Bag in Holo White
£731
Max Mara
Mini Marin Drummed Leather Bag in Gesso
£761
Aspinal of London
Ella Crossbody Bag in Ivory Woven Leather
£495
Valentino Garavani
VLogo Mini Hobo Leather Bag in Light Ivory
£790
The Shade of Luxury and Enchantment – Purple Handbags
Purple handbags evoke mystery and royalty, suggesting a rare and treasured love. It evokes the magic and enchantment of deep connection while carrying hints of exclusivity. Historically tied to royalty, it suggests love that’s rare and treasured. Purple also represents the dreamlike, imaginative side of romance. Decadent, mysterious, and quietly powerful. Walk into that room and own it!
Trendy Purple Handbags
Savette
Symmetry 19 Leather Shoulder Bag in Burgundy
£1,850
Strathberry
The Strathberry Nano Leather Tote Bag in Burgundy
£375
Marc Jacobs
The Medium Leather Tote Bag in Lilac
£495
Balenciaga
Small Leather Le City Top-handle Bag in Lilac
£1,750
A Love Story in Colour – Handbags for Every Valentine’s Mood
Love speaks in many languages, and so does colour. Whether you’re feeling the fire of red, the sweetness of pink, the fresh start of white, or the captivating charm of purple, there’s a handbag to match your mood. Valentine’s Day is about celebrating your style, your confidence, and the shades that make you feel unstoppable.
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*Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.