by Matt von Holtz.
This curated collection showcases top craftsmanship from famous designers. Each bag is unique, from the Chloé ‘Spin’ tote that changes how you carry it with a detachable strap to Loewe’s ‘Puzzle’ clutch which is great for travel with its foldable design. Alaïa’s ‘Le Teckel’ is playful and stylish, and Stella McCartney’s bag brings ethical fashion with an edge. Whether you like the style of Jacquemus or the vibrant colours of Dragon Diffusion, each bag adds something special to your outfit. Here’s 14 handbags that you should consider adding to your collection.
This Season’s Must-have Handbags
Chloé
The ‘Spin’ tote from Chloé offers versatile styling options for the modern woman. Adorned with a chic gold-tone ring, you can loop it through the top handles for an instant transformation in appearance. Additionally, it features a detachable strap, allowing for a cross-body carry when convenience is key. Crafted from exquisitely textured leather, this ‘Small’ version is perfectly sized to accommodate essentials like your phone, keys, and cardholder with ease.
Chloé
Spin Small Tote
Jil Sander
Jil Sander’s ‘Goji’ tote offers a gold-tone top handle, which introduces a sculptural element to its simple, refined silhouette. Handcrafted in Italy from luxurious leather, this bag is understatedly marked with the iconic Jil Sander logo in gold. It’s the ideal size to carry your daily necessities—think smartphone, cards, and a lipstick.
Jil Sander
Goji Small Tote
Loewe
The innovative ‘Puzzle’ clutch by Loewe is an ideal travel companion. Its unique origami-inspired design not only makes a fashion statement but also offers practical storage by folding down for easy packing. Made from high-quality leather with a suede interior, it’s designed to hold your travel essentials—think phone, wallet, sunglasses, and cosmetics—ensuring you travel light.
Loewe
Puzzle Fold Leather Clutch
KHAITE
Drawing inspiration from the graceful flow of a scarf, KHAITE’s ‘Lotus’ tote boasts an unstructured, sculptural form. Crafted in Italy from the finest textured-leather, this tote is designed with the modern woman in mind, offering space for your phone, wallet, a water bottle, and even a small compact. The unlined interior keeps it lightweight, while the rounded base and slender top handle allow for an effortless shoulder carry.
KHAITE
Lotus Leather Tote
Alaïa
The ‘Le Teckel’ from Alaïa, with its elongated silhouette, whimsically nods to the sleek body of a dachshund, known as ‘teckel’ in French. This shoulder bag is made from luxurious nubuck and features top handles accented with a logo-embossed luggage tag. Despite its slender design, it offers ample room for your daily necessities, combining style with practicality in true Alaïa fashion.
Alaïa
Le Teckel Shoulder Bag
Stella McCartney
This bag features a detachable, adjustable strap for versatility, an internal magnetic button for security, and is adorned with studs for a touch of rock ‘n’ roll. The bag carries the Stella McCartney logo, symbolizing its commitment to ethical fashion. Proudly made in Italy, this piece reflects the brand’s dedication to sustainability and respect for all living beings and the planet.
Stella McCartney
Alter Mat Studded Bag
Bottega Veneta
This medium-sized dustbag, crafted from black leather, offers a refined solution for your storage needs. It features a single spacious main compartment, secured by a drawstring closure, which also includes a leather loop for easy shoulder carrying. The interior is lined with durable nylon, enhancing the functionality and luxurious feel. Made in Italy.
Bottega Veneta
Medium Dustbag
DeMellier
The ‘New York’ tote by DeMellier is crafted in a sumptuous tan grain leather. It offers double top handles for easy carrying. The bag secures with internal magnetic and snap button closures for added safety. A distinctive front leather strap with a metal push lock adds an element of security and flair. Inside, you’ll find organisation with one zippered pocket and an additional open pocket, all lined in soft cotton, making it the perfect companion for the modern professional or the urban adventurer.
DeMellier
New York Tote
Valextra
The Valextra Mini Iside Grained Leather Bag in Gold is a magnificent showcase of Italian craftsmanship. This mini bag features a detachable, adjustable strap for versatile carrying options, alongside a single top handle for those moments when you want to embrace a more traditional style. The front flap, secured with a gold-coloured metal turn lock, ensures the safety of your possessions, harmonising with the bag’s luxurious grained leather finish.
Valextra
Mini Iside Leather Bag
ETRO
Crafted in Italy, the ETRO Libra Tote Bag in brown leather features a top handle for easy carrying, the bag sports embossed branding at the front. The design includes four protective feet at the base to guard against wear. The bag is constructed from all-over smooth leather, complemented by gold-toned hardware for an elegant finish. Inside, you’ll find a buttoned pouch for added security and organization, along with debossed branding on the suede lining, which adds a luxurious touch and enhances the bag’s durability.
ETRO
Libra Tote Bag
Coach
The Coach Lana Leather Shoulder Bag features a luxurious top handle, a prominent brand plaque on the front, and a distinctive side tag, all meticulously crafted from rich, grained leather. Inside, the bag offers dual main compartments for ample storage, complemented by a secure zippered pocket.
Coach
Lana Leather Shoulder Bag
Christian Louboutin
This Paloma clutch, made from premium 100% calf leather, offers versatility with a detachable chain strap, allowing for multiple carrying styles. The exterior is tastefully decorated, while the interior provides a generous main compartment, a discreet zippered pocket, and conveniently, 10 card slots to keep all your essentials in check.
Christian Louboutin
Paloma Leather Clutch
Dragon Diffusion
The Rosanna small leather top-handle bag in a vivid red hue is an artistic weave of panels, creating a captivating contrast with the sleek leather finish. Within, this bag hosts a single main compartment for your daily necessities, highlighted by an internal brand patch and medal. Handcrafted in India.
Dragon Diffusion
Rosana Small Top Handle Bag
Jacquemus
The Jacquemus La Pochette Rond Carre Clutch in black is made from smooth lamb leather. It features a functional fold-over top secured by a magnetic closure. The clutch is adorned with asymmetrical side detailing, and a discreet branded inscription graces the front. The interior offers a single, roomy main compartment for your necessities. Made in Italy.
Jacquemus
La Pochette Carre Clutch
