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    The Bag Trends for Winter 2021-2022 to Look Out For

    Who said baggage was a bad thing?

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    By Sara Holzman
    Published 24 September 2021 In News

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    Far from fading into the background, bags were even bigger—quite literally–on the fall and winter runways. Which comes as a relief as we continue to be out and about, longing for more than just a canvas grocery tote. Whether you're looking for something shiny and new like a fabulous chain-link bag, or simply need a back-to-work accessory boost (maybe a very polished single strap shoulder bag?), we've broken down the biggest winter bag trends for you.


    The Big Leagues

    Is bigger actually better? These bags will argue yes. For winter, ditch your multiple carrying vessels for an extra-large tote that can handle your laptop, an extra pair of shoes, and so much more.

    Handbags - The Big Leagues

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    Leather Tote Bag

    COS Leather Tote Bag
    $350.00 AT COSSTORES.COM

    Intrecciato Suede Tote

    Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Suede Tote
    $2450.00 AT MYTHERESA.COM

    Quilted Market Tote

    Hozen Quilted Market Tote
    $160.00 AT HOZENCOLLECTION.COM

    Carmen Large Tote

    Fossil Carmen Large Tote
    $280.00 AT FOSSIL.COM


    No Weak Links

    More posh than punky, chunky chain-link bags are still trending. Choose the season's "it" bag with either a gold or silver metal to suit your style.

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    Mila Raffia Shoulder Bag

    Cult Gaia Mila Raffia Shoulder Bag
    $295.00 AT MODAOPERANDI.COM

    Chain Strap Shoulder Bag

    Zara Chain Strap Shoulder Bag
    $49.90 AT ZARA.COM

    Chain Leather Top Handle Bag

    Demellier Chain Leather Top Handle Bag
    $450.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    Woven Bag

    Steve Madden Woven Bag
    $99.00 AT STEVEMADDEN.COM


    The Softer Side

    Shearlings and faux furs won't just live on winter jackets this season- they're leaving their huggable mark on handbags too.

    The Softer Side

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    Faux Shearling Bucket Bag

    MM6 Faux Shearling Bucket Bag
    $61.00 AT MAISONMARGIELA.COM

    Le Chiquito moyen top-handle bag

    Jacquemus Le Chiquito moyen top-handle bag
    $950.00 AT FARFETCH.COM

    Petite Lee Radziwill Shearling & Leather Satchel

    Tory Burch Petite Lee Radziwill Shearling & Leather Satchel
    $698.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    Raisin Shearling Top-Handle Shoulder Bag

    Elleme Raisin Shearling Top-Handle Shoulder Bag
    $595.00 AT BERGDORFGOODMAN.COM


    Lock It In

    The Chloe Paddington bag was once the talk of the town. This winter, locks are having their moment yet again. There's no better way to secure your goods than with one of these padlock-adorned purses.

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    Spade Flower Jacquard Locket Bag

    Kate Spade Spade Flower Jacquard Locket Bag
    $398.00 AT KATESPADE.COM

    Two-Tone Metallic Push-Lock Handbag

    Charles and Keith Two-Tone Metallic Push-Lock Handbag
    $56.00 AT CHARLESKEITH.COM

    Padlock Leather Bag

    Gucci Padlock Leather Bag
    $1890.00 AT NET-A-PORTER.COM

    Peekaboo Mini

    Fendi Peekaboo Mini
    $3890.00 AT FENDI.COM


    All the Single Straps

    A bit retro and undeniably-sleek, these single strap shoulder bags can be handheld or conveniently cradled under your arm.

    All The Single Straps

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    Scotty Bag

    Staud Scotty Bag
    $325.00 AT FWRD.COM

    Turnlock Shoulder Bag

    Coach Turnlock Shoulder Bag
    $395.00 AT COACH.COM

    Elizabeth Croc-Effect Tote

    Mateo Elizabeth Croc-Effect Tote
    $395.00 AT FARFETCH.COM

    Cleo Shoulder Bag

    Prada Cleo Shoulder Bag
    $2500.00 AT FARFETCH.COM


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