2025 Handbag Colour Trends
We’re in for a treat as handbag designers are ditching the beige and black for a festival of colours that’ll make your wardrobe feel like it’s been given a shot of pure, unadulterated joy. We’re talking about a colour revolution that’s so vibrant, it’s like the fashion world decided to take all the crayons in the box and throw them into the blender.
Imagine walking down the street with a bag that screams, “Look at me, I’m a walking piece of art!” Designers are rewriting the rulebook with these new shades. Gone are the days when you’d pick a bag to match your outfit. Now, your bag is the star that pulls your look together. From runways dripping with every hue of the rainbow to the streets where bags start conversations, we’re in for a colourful adventure.
East-West & Trendy Shoulder Bags
These long, lean bags are like the quiet ones at the party who turn out to have the most interesting stories. Dimness purple or vert bouteille can provide a serene vibe, the kind of chill you want next to you in a meeting or casual walk.
Prada
Cleo Brushed Mini Leather Bag in Light Blue – £2,000
Chloé
The 99 Grained Leather Shoulder Bag in Dimness Purple – £1,490
Alaïa
Le Teckel Medium Leather Shoulder Bag in Vert Bouteille – £1,900
Fendi
Mamma Leather Baguette Shoulder Bag in Pink – £2,621
Osoi
Mini Boat Wide Leather Shoulder Bag in Plum Red – £299
Coach
Chain Tabby Shoulder Bag in Sage – £495
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Balenciaga
Bel Air Small Clutch on a Strap in Dark Burgundy – £1,990
Chocolate Brown Slouchy Bags in 2025
If there’s one colour that’s going to make you feel like you’re wrapped in luxury, it’s chocolate brown. These bags are like the comfy, oversized sweaters of the bag world – ease, warmth, and that “I didn’t even try” look that somehow ends up being cool.
Saint Laurent
Le 5 À 7 Bea Leather Tote in Dark Brown – £2,645
Bottega Veneta
Hop Large Intrecciato Leather Tote in Fondant – £3,670
Moschino
Handle Me Medium Suede Hobo Bag in Brown – £1,160
Ferragamo
Large Monogram Tote Bag in Espresso – £1,360
Etro
Vela Medium Leather Shoulder Bag in Marrone Scuro – £1,755
Top-Handle Doctor Bags, A Retro Colour Renaissance
Who knew that a doctor bag could be so damn stylish? With burgundy and deep green, these aren’t your grandmother’s medical bags. They pay their respect to the past, but make you question why we ever stopped using these shapes in the first place.
Blumarine
Mini Doctor Leather Tote Bag in Aqua Blue – £880
Saint Laurent
Sac de Jour Brown Leather Duffle Bag – £2,990
Jacquemus
Le Turismo Petit Leather Shoulder Bag in Light Pink – £900
Bally
Unda Appliquéd Leather Shoulder Bag in Red – £875
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The Row
Devon Leather Mini Tote Bag in Koala Grey – £3,620
Longchamp
Daylong M Leather Handbag in Seed – £730
Givenchy
Antigona Small Leather Top Handle Bag in Tan – £1,780
Statement Buckets, The Brightest Bag Trend for 2025
Bucket bags are where it’s at if you want to inject some serious fun into your life. Ruby red and tropical green? Yes, please. If you’re feeling like you need an energy boost or bit of excitement in your monotonous routine, then these bags are for you.
Tory Burch
Romy Leather Bucket Bag in Light Granite – £440
Bottega Veneta
Liberta Small Leather Bucket Bag in Lunar – £2,420
Furla
SFERA Leather Bucket Bag in Crema – £325
Loewe
Mini Leather Pebble Bucket Bag in Tropical Green – £1,650
Jimmy Choo
Mini Cinch S Ruby Red Leather Bucket Bag – £950
Chopard
Mini Leather Gem Bucket Bag in Peach – £1,390
Prada
Mini Re-Edition 1978 Leather Bucket Bag – £1,220
Mini Bags, Small Size, All Personality
Mini bags in azure blue or bright yellow are the fashion equivalent of a shot of espresso – small but oh-so-impactful. You can already hear the bag shouting, “I’m here, I’m fabulous”
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Christian Louboutin
Paloma S Mini Loubinthesky Leather Tote in Vintage Rose – £1,985
Maje
Patent Leather M Mini Bag in Red – £279
Moschino
Small Leather Handle Me Bag in Yellow – £930
Dolce & Gabbana
Small Sicily Leather Handbag in Pink – £1,300
Gucci
Dionysus Mini Patent Leather Shoulder Bag in Burgundy – £1,060
Burberry
Knight Arc Leather Bag in Pond – £1,450
Fendi
Mini Peekaboo Leather Bag in Mauve – £3,272
Coccinelle
Fernanda Leather Mini Shoulder Bag in Gazpacho – £225
Pinko
Mini Leather Love Bag Icon – £289
Longchamp
Extra Small Leather Le Pliage Xtra Pouch in Honey – £280
MCM
Soft Diamond Embossed Leather Tote in Blue Heaven – £1,190
Gucci
Jackie Notte Mini Crinkled Patent Leather Shoulder Bag in Rosso – £2,830
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Celebrities Are In On Colourful Handbags
Celebrities are leading the charge into this colourful abyss. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has been spotted pairing electric blue bags with neutral outfits, proving that a one of these bags are the only pop of colour you need. Meanwhile, Florence Pugh, with her deep green choice, shows how a vibrant bag can enhance even the simplest outfit into a high-fashion moment.
If you’re drawn to standout tones, don’t miss our edit of must‑have designer pink handbags, or explore the other end of the spectrum with the best black designer bags of 2025 for contrast.
See our latest handbag guide on “Tips for Choosing Your Next Perfect Handbag”
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Matt von Holtz is the founder and editor of Clutched, where he specialises in luxury handbags, accessories and contemporary wardrobe strategy. His work combines hands-on product research with close analysis of runway direction and retail performance. Through in-depth guides and trend reports, he focuses on practical styling insight, material knowledge and informed buying advice for a fashion-literate audience.
