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Bags are no longer just an accessory, they’re the outfit. In 2026, handbags are having a main-character moment, with fashion favouring styles that feel personal, practical and a little bit bold.
From bright colours and bold metallics, to fun prints and interesting shapes, these are the bag trends taking over 2026.
Whether you are love a bag you can sling over your shoulder or one that nestles under your arm nicely, there is truly a bag to everyone’s liking this year!
Mr Big
If you thought your bag was just a place to stash your phone and keys, think again. Hailey Bieber is proving that bigger really is better, at least when it comes to handbags.
The model turned style icon has been spotted multiple times with bags that are bigger than life. From chic leather totes on her way to brunch in NYC to roomy designer handbags while running errands, Hailey proves that a giant bag doesn’t have to feel bulky.
M.N.G Manu Shoulder Bag
$45 $69.95
Louenhide Monaco Shoulder Bag
$89.95
Le Pliage Original Tote Bag
$295
Peta & Jain Tayla Tote
$62.96 $89.95
The slouchier, the better
2025 was all about the ‘clean girl’ aesthetic, but that’s out the window this year and it’s all about effortless chic.
Think a bag that has been lived-in, something you throw over the shoulder when you roll-out-of-bed… but still stylish.
Slouchy bags have been sported by celebrities over the past year, with big names like Bella Hadid and Dakota Johnson leading the charge, now it’s our turn to follow suit!
Dark Brown Director Tote Bag
$219.95
Steffy Slouchy Tote Bag
$89.95
Le Pliage Original Tote Bag
$295
Scarlett 2.0 Dark Chocolate Leather Hobo
$329
Under arm bags
Under arm bags are officially back on top for 2026, designed to sit snugly tucked under the arm, with the compact shape feeling effortlessly polished.
The appeal lies in their simplicity: no straps, no hardware overload, just a bold, statement silhouette carried close to the body.
Equal parts minimalist and dramatic, it’s the kind of accessory that instantly sharpens even the most understated outfit.
Kyla Clutch Bag
$89.95
Gaia Folded Clutch Bag
$63
Spainard Raffia Clutch Bag
$89.99
The Clutch Bag
$249.95
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