The Biggest Bag Trends For Fall

Ornate textures and embellishments ruled the fall/winter 2026 runways, with beaded tunics, flapper-esque finishes and intricate jewelry inviting us to escape the everyday. Get ahead of the trend with one of two intricately embroidered styles by Dries Van Noten. Designed in softly structured shapes with resin top handles, they could easily be mistaken for prized vintage finds and will look just as good paired with jeans and a tee as they will with a cocktail dress. Additionally, magpies will love the shimmering chainmail of Rabanne’s ‘1969 Nano’ bag and the statement crystal embellishments decorating Erdem’s ‘Bloom’ clutch.

If you like your bags luxuriously large, soft and slouchy, then you’re in luck because this season, designers have gone big on all three elements to create totes that will more than carry their own. Ideal for busy working weeks, Gucci’s ‘Paparazzo’ bag is crafted from supple black leather with signature striped webbing and gleaming horsebit hardware, plus it comes with a longer strap if you’d prefer to wear it crossbody. Elsewhere, Lié Studio’s ‘The Eva Weekend’ tote is understated enough to wear with everything from relaxed tailoring to denim and has ample space inside for a laptop, headphones and a change of clothes. Similarly, Bottega Veneta’s butter-soft intrecciato suede ‘Campana’ bag from our NET SUSTAIN edit is an effortlessly chic choice, whether you’re traveling or commuting to the office.

From the bright primary shades that ruled the spring/summer runways to the sumptuous jewel tones saturating pre-fall’s palette, it’s never been easier to add color to your wardrobe. But if you aren’t quite sold on wearing it from head to toe, ease yourself in with an eye-catching accessory instead. Khaite’s ‘Olivia’ bag comes in tactile cherry-red suede and looks gorgeous paired with rose-pink and chocolate-brown separates. Alternatively, let neutral tailoring pop with Loewe’s ‘Flamenco Coil’ clutch in a clover-green colorway or Versace’s mustard-yellow ‘Vivienne’ bag.

A white bag is the ultimate palate cleanser – add one to an outfit you’ve worn on repeat for months and it will immediately feel new again. Plus, it goes with everything, so you needn’t worry about coordinating with other colors or finding shoes to match. Redesigned in a relaxed, open-top silhouette to mark the brand’s 180th anniversary, Loewe’s ‘Amazona 180’ comes in countless covetable colors and textures, but this woven leather version is particularly special. Wear it with relaxed tailoring to the office. As for evenings and weekends, opt for something neat and streamlined, like Khaite’s ‘Donna’ clutch or Gucci’s canvas-jacquard ‘Jackie 1961’ bag.

When it comes to animal print this season, the louder and more statement-making, the better – think big, bold leopard spots, tactile snake effects and graphic cowhide elevating everything from mini bags to oversized totes. At once on-trend and timeless, Marni’s ‘Pod’ tote comes in cow-print pony hair that’s guaranteed to give your outfit (and your mood) a boost, while Saint Laurent’s cheetah-print ‘Amalia’ tote is all you need to elevate a little black dress.