The Best Investment Bags of Spring 2021

Looking for that pop of color to brighten up your spring wardrobe? This Longchamp mini bag is perfect for you. Rock this tiny top handle bag with an all-white outfit for dinner on the beach, or use it to give your basic T-shirt and jeans that extra oomph. The fun fuchsia shade will be sure to turn heads and spice up your closet. 

Fendi's signature baguette bag has garnered a cult following over the years. A favorite among It girls, the baguette bag is a worthwhile investment, and this season, Fendi is giving us a more subdued take on the logo mania trend. The iconic Fendi logo is still printed all over the bag, but the interlaced fabric makes it less noticeable. The fabric is light and easy for the sweltering heat of summer, and it's completely leather-free.

We aren't calling this Loewe bag the "life of the party" for nothing. In its cool half-moon shape with adjustable straps, this Loewe bag is ready to transform your outfit. Wear it cross body for an easy effortless look, or adjust the straps and rock it as a belt bag. You're essentially getting two bags in one!

The sweetest little bag that's perfect for date night. The top handle is the perfect size for holding all of your date essentials (lipgloss, credit card, keys, gum, etc.) The ladylike exterior is super girly and will be the perfect finishing touch for your look.

You can't beat a classic Chanel, and a flap bag in a bright color will never go out of style. Chanel put a spin on the classic flap by adding a top handle, so you can hold this bag by the handle or wear it cross body—whatever you feel like that day. No matter how you style this bag, one thing will remain constant: How chic you look wearing it.   

This season, countless designers incorporated this bright color into their S/S20 collections. Orange is, quite simply, the hue to have. While this baby might be "Most Daring," it's also super wearable: The hobo shape and thick woven leather has a casual feel, making it great for everyday wear. Above all, the color makes it perfect for spring. Pair it with denim, a white linen dress, or a spring trench. The options are truly endless with this style and color.  

For all my boss ladies out there: This bag means business. The structure is ladylike and chic, and perfect for pairing with a suit or a leather pencil skirt. Basically, what I'm saying is that this bag belongs in the boardroom.  

Traveling can be hectic, especially when you're trekking from one place to another. With this bag, The Row ensures you don't forgo fashion for function—this is the perfect hands-free travel bag for your next trip. The adjustable shoulder straps ensure that the bag will sit comfortably on your body for the perfect no-fuss look. 

You can't go wrong with this Armani bag. It's okay if you don't want your bag to take center stage, and if you tend to dress a little louder, this Armani bag is the perfect complement to your avant-garde look. The shape is classic and the color is luxe, and you'll be able to depend on this bag to complete any look. 

If you're bored of business casual and ready to spice up your work wardrobe, this is the bag for you. The name speaks for itself: Louis Vuitton's "Carry It" bag will be your wardrobe's MVP this season.

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A version of this story appears in the March 2020 issue of Marie Claire.

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