Style Guide to the Best Bags of 2024
Written by Amiya B
As we bid farewell to the fall/winter fashion circuit and make our way towards the second quarter of the year, we found ourselves inspired by the impeccable aesthetics that draped the runways this season. Handbags have to be our favourite accessory to any outfit. Take a page from our personal fashion guidebook and never underestimate the stylistic powers of a good bag. Read on to find out about our favourite bags and how to style them.
1. Tote Bags
Let’s start with the essentials - a spacious, well-crafted, daily tote. Tote bags make for the perfect day-to-day handbag and can pass off as an accessory to almost any occasion. When scouring the stores for a good handbag, it is imperative to take certain parameters into consideration. Find a tote that has enough room for all of the things you prefer to have on hand on the daily. Undoubtedly, style is a primary parameter when looking for a tote. However, ensure that the design itself is on par with the craftsmanship of the bag. A tote is likely to be used often, hence durability and comfort are paramount. Neutral colours that don’t fade or freckle easily are perfect when finding your everyday handbag. Personally, we love Hermès’ new iteration of the iconic Birkin but that’s not to say that we don’t have absolute heart eyes for the Khaite tote.
Hermès
The Row
Khaite
Métier
2. Mini Bags
Mini bags are the new it girl must-have and so we must delve into our favourite mini bags of the season. While mini bags may not be the most practical addition to your daily routine, you have to admit that they make for stunning accessories. Mini bags are great for informal occasions, including but not limited to brunches and soirées. This type of handbag can take on the role of a statement piece in your wardrobe. Since these bags are usually big enough to fit your lip gloss, keys and phone (if that), be mindful when making this purchasing decision. The Jacquemus Calino goes wonderfully with an elegant look while the Coperni Swipe has the ability to give your outfit the right amount of edge. Mini bags can elevate a basic outfit by bringing the cool factor to your ‘fit. You must have admired the people who don casually chic outfits while strutting around the city with their mini bag in hand. Well, this is your sign to be the admired.
Jacquemus
Gucci
Coperni
Acne Studios
3. Evening Bags
Evening bags are the most opulent types of handbags around. Artistically designed to add an air of couture to any evening ensemble, evening bags are possibly the most extravagant of all. However, you simply cannot argue with the fact that every lover of fashion needs an evening bag of their own. Bottega Veneta’s knotted golden clutch and Manolo Blahnik’s Capri velvet clutch are classic evening bag silhouettes with chic embellishments. The concept of an evening bag determines that it is to be carried to parties and events that take place after sunset, but we think that an evening bag can also be on display at other fancy functions, no matter the time of day. After all, a bag so gorgeous should be worn for all to fawn over.
NEOUS
Bottega Veneta
SIMKHAI
Manolo Blahnik