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Best Handbags of 2026 So Far, Our Favourite 30 Designer Bags Revealed

by Clutched.

Trendsetting Handbags

Handbag trends show up in real wardrobes. Certain styles are worn on repeat, colours sit in everyday rotation, and size reflects how bags are used. Spring and summer collections have highlighted clear favourites, from zebra prints across multiple houses to metallic and jewel-tone finishes. Open-top designs and chain straps appear frequently, and celebrity sightings reinforce what is actually being carried. Kendall Jenner continues with large totes, Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber favour shoulder bags, and Kate Middleton opts for top handle designs.

This selection brings together 30 handbags already shaping how people carry and style their bags this year. Leather dominates, with suede, calf hair, and pony hair appearing selectively. These bags are currently stocked and worn, forming a clear picture of the season’s preferences.

 

Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.

 

Tote Bags

Totes focus on usable size and noticeable surfaces. Animal prints, quilting, and textured leather define the category. These bags are designed to carry daily essentials while remaining visually prominent.

 

Ferragamo Hug Small Zebra Print Calf Hair Tote

Ferragamo

Hug Small Zebra Print Calf Hair Tote – £2,995

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DeMellier The Hudson Small Textured Black Leather Tote

DeMellier

The Hudson Small Textured Black Leather Tote – £415

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Saint Laurent Icare Medium Quilted Grape Leather

Saint Laurent

Icare Medium Quilted Grape Leather Tote – £3,350

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Dragon Diffusion Castello Leather Tote Bag

Dragon Diffusion

Castello Leather Tote Bag – £480

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Yuzefi Gyoza Grained Black Leather Tote Bag

Yuzefi

Gyoza Grained Black Leather Tote Bag – £605

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Clutch Bags

Clutches are defined by material and surface, often carried alone. Velvet, patent leather, and pony hair provide texture and contrast to simple outfits.

 

Bottega Veneta Andiamo Fondant Leather Clutch

Bottega Veneta

Andiamo Fondant Leather Clutch – £2,480

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Tom Ford Black Velvet Clutch

Tom Ford

Black Velvet Clutch – £1,620

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Khaite Audrey Zebra Print Pony Hair White Leather Clutch Bag

Khaite

Audrey Zebra Print Pony Hair White Leather Clutch Bag – £2,360

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Christian Louboutin Bettina Patent Black Leather Clutch

Christian Louboutin

Bettina Patent Black Leather Clutch – £1,225

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Shoulder Bags

Shoulder bags are worn under the arm or across the body, suitable for day and evening. Metallic finishes, red leather, and neutral tones appear frequently.

 

Jacquemus Le Petit Bisou Metallic Silver Faux Leather Shoulder Bag

Jacquemus

Le Petit Bisou Metallic Silver Faux Leather Shoulder Bag – £550

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Loewe Amazona 31 Embellished Black Leather Shoulder Bag

Loewe

Amazona 31 Embellished Black Leather Shoulder Bag – £3,000

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Coach Tabby Two Compartment Maple Leather Shoulder Bag

Coach

Tabby Two Compartment Maple Leather Shoulder Bag – £375

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Alaïa Teckel Medium Noir Leather Shoulder Bag

Alaïa

Teckel Medium Noir Leather Shoulder Bag – £2,150

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Miu Miu Matelasse Logo Plaque Nero Leather Shoulder Bag

Miu Miu

Matelasse Logo Plaque Nero Leather Shoulder Bag – £1,290

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Savette Tondo Taupe Leather Shoulder Bag

Savette

Tondo Taupe Leather Shoulder Bag – £1,075

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Balenciaga Le City Small Pink Lambskin Shoulder Bag

Balenciaga

Le City Small Pink Lambskin Shoulder Bag – £1,390

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Prada Bonnie Mini Red Leather Shoulder Bag

Prada

Bonnie Mini Red Leather Shoulder Bag – £2,090

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Chloé Marcie Small Woodsmoke Leather Shoulder Bag

Chloé

Marcie Small Woodsmoke Leather Shoulder Bag – £1,600

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Dolce & Gabbana Vittoria Multicolour Shoulder Bag with Charms

Dolce & Gabbana

Vittoria Multicolour Shoulder Bag with Charms – £1,650

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Crossbody Bags

Crossbody bags are compact and practical, worn when hands-free movement is needed. They pair naturally with casual daywear.

 

Stella McCartney Falabella Wallet On Chain Faux Gold Leather Crossbody Bag

Stella McCartney

Falabella Wallet On Chain Faux Gold Leather Crossbody Bag – £450

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Christian Louboutin Venus Mini Cuoio Leather Crossbody Bag

Christian Louboutin

Venus Mini Cuoio Leather Crossbody Bag – £2,175

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Wandler Veneto Small Tabacco Lizzard Leather Crossbody Bag

Wandler

Veneto Small Tabacco Lizzard Leather Crossbody Bag – £740

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Top Handle Bags

Top handle bags appear in work and formal contexts. Texture and finish distinguish styles, while neutral colours dominate with occasional bold options.

 

Chloé Small Chloé Ostrich Effect Nougat Leather Top Handle Bowling Bag

Chloé

Small Chloé Ostrich Effect Nougat Leather Top Handle Bowling Bag – £1,700

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Givenchy Antigona Glossed Black Leather Top Handle Bag

Givenchy

Antigona Glossed Black Leather Top Handle Bag – £1,850

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Loewe Puzzle Mini Taupe Leather Top Handle Bag

Loewe

Puzzle Mini Taupe Leather Top Handle Bag – £3,250

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Miu Miu Aventure Nappa Leather Top Handle Bag

Miu Miu

Aventure Nappa Leather Top Handle Bag – £2,400

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Valentino Garavani VSling Mini Blue Leather Top Handle Bag

Valentino Garavani

VSling Mini Blue Leather Top Handle Bag – £2,350

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Mulberry Buckle Bayswater Black Leather Croc NVT Top Handle Bag

Mulberry

Buckle Bayswater Black Leather Croc NVT Top Handle Bag – £1,695

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Bucket Bags

Bucket bags are less frequent than other categories. Suede and simple drawstring closures are most common.

 

Jimmy Choo Cinch Small Coffee Suede Bucket Bag

Jimmy Choo

Cinch Small Coffee Suede Bucket Bag – £950

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

Mulberry Small Scotchgrain Black & Cognac Bucket Bag

Mulberry

Small Scotchgrain Black & Cognac Bucket Bag – £695

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

Leather dominates across categories, while suede, pony hair, and calf hair provide contrast. Colours range from neutral tones to red, grape, metallic, and zebra prints. Celebrity appearances reinforce repeated use and selection across casual and formal contexts.

 

Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.

 

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