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The Best Summer Handbags Under £300? These 20 Are Stylish, Smart and Fashion-Editor Approved

by Matt von Holtz.

Trendy Summer Handbags Under £300

Trends move fast, but price tags move faster. So when you find a genuinely stylish summer bag under £300 that feels runway-relevant and hard-working enough for real life, it’s worth your attention. Whether you’re navigating holiday packing, wedding season, or just looking for a fresh bag that doesn’t feel like an impulse buy, these 20 handbags offer style intelligence without the premium markup.

From the season’s obsession with woven textures and artisanal finishes to a surge in bold colour pops and 90s-inspired shoulder bags, Summer 2025’s handbag lineup has hit refresh. Here are the best pieces under £300 right now, organised by the trends you need to know.

 

 

Woven and Raffia Revival

The raffia trend hasn’t just returned, it’s evolved. Think less beach cliché, more sophisticated natural textures that feel right at home in the city.

 

 

Call It By Your Name Bandana-print Brown Cotton Canvas Tote

Call It By Your Name

Bandana Print Brown Canvas Tote – £180

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

Eugenia Kim Chelsea Leather Trimmed Crochet Beige Tote

Eugenia Kim

Chelsea Leather Trimmed Crochet Tote – £215

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Cult Gaia Jaya Beaded Neutral Rattan Clutch

Cult Gaia

Jaya Beaded Neutral Rattan Clutch – £250

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Dragon Diffusion Pompm Double Jump Woven Tan Leather Bucket Bag

Dragon Diffusion

PomPom Double Jump Woven Tan Leather Bucket Bag – £240

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Boutique Bonita Bride Straw Basket White Tote Bag

Boutique Bonita

Bride Straw Basket White Tote Bag – £85

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

 

The New Summer Neutrals

Soft creams, muted chalk, and quiet luxury tones are leading the neutrals conversation this summer, perfect for weddings, work, or your next Italian villa escape.

 

 

Rue De Verneuil Cruise Bucket Small Leather Webbing Trimmed Tweed Beige Tote

Rue De Verneuil

Cruise Bucket Beige Tweed Tote – £235

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Dune Highgate Baguette Woven Cream Canvas Shoulder Bag

Dune Highgate

Baguette Woven Cream Canvas Shoulder Bag – £83

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Radley Dukes Place Medium Ziptop Chalk Slng Bag

Radley

Dukes Place Medium Ziptop Chalk Sling Bag – £219

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Sunset Shades

Burnt oranges and deep rusts continue to dominate the palette, warm, grounded and impossible to ignore.

 

Michael Kors Zoe Small Pebbled Orange Punch Leather Pochette

Michael Kors

Zoe Small Pebbled Leather Orange Pochette – £140

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Vivienne Westwood Doll XL Orange Top-Handle Bag

Vivienne Westwood

Doll XL Bag Orange – £280

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

St. Agni Soft Tuck Sling Rosso Pouch Bag

St. Agni

Soft Tuck Sling Rosso Pouch – £249

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Burgundy is the New Black

Deep cherry and burgundy tones feel rich and seasonless, less expected than black but just as versatile.

 

JW Pei Yara Deep Burgundy Vegan Leather Shoulder Bag

JW Pei

Yara Deep Burgundy Vegan Leather Shoulder Bag – £140

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

JW Pei Elise Deep Burgundy Top Handle Bag

JW Pei

Elise Deep Burgundy Top Handle Bag – £90

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Verafied Belted Dark Cherry Leather Shoulder Bag

Verafied

Belted Dark Cherry Leather Shoulder Bag – £250

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

 

Mini Crossbodies for Day & Night

Small in scale, big in practicality, these are your versatile all-rounders.

 

Guess Rosalba Saffiano Black Mini Crossbody Bag

Guess

Rosalba Saffiano Mini Black Crossbody Bag – £115

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Hugo Boss Double B Monogram Black Leather Crossbody Bag

Hugo Boss

BOSS Double B Monogram Black Leather Crossbody Bag – £269

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Designer Denim

Denim bags are having their moment, styled and surprisingly luxe.

 

Marc Jacobs Quilted Blue Denim Snapshot Convertible Shoulder Bag

Marc Jacobs

Quilted Blue Denim Snapshot Convertible Shoulder Bag – £225

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Diesel Colour Black White Mini Bowling Bag

Diesel

Colour-Block White with Red Trim Mini Bowling Bag – £280

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

 

Understated Icons

Quiet icons, the sort of bag that works with tailoring, satin slips, or just great denim.

 

Coach Jonie Black Crossbody Bag

Coach

Jonie Brass & Black Leather Bag – £275

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

Ralph Lauren Pebbled Brown Leather Small Tanner Satchel Bag

Ralph Lauren

Lauren Pebbled Small Tanner Satchel – £299

Shop Now Clutched 600

 

 

 

 

A sub-£300 price point doesn’t mean sacrificing style or impact. These bags deliver personality, and a clear point of view. More importantly, they offer the kind of seasonless versatility that justifies the spend, even when the British summer is doing its usual unpredictability dance.

 

 

*Prices and availability are subject to change without notice.

 

 

Style Tips – How to Wear This Season’s Bags

  • Pair raffia and canvas with crisp white cottons, linen suiting, or relaxed denim for a grounded, natural summer look.
  • Burgundy and cherry tones are best with earthy greens, navy, or soft neutrals—skip the all-black pairing and go richer.
  • Mini bags thrive in contrast—try them with oversized tailoring or fluid skirts.
  • Denim bags look especially sharp with tonal denim-on-denim looks or as a statement against tailored black.
  • When in doubt, add a pair of sculptural sunglasses or a bright lip to tie the look together.

 

 

See our latest article on seasonal handbag colour trends! “Top Handbag Colour Trends for 2025

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