The Spring 2022 Handbag Trends to Get Excited About

The humble bucket bag is back.

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Forget about that "it" purse that doesn’t suit you—the Spring/Summer ‘22 bag offerings are all about making your bag of choice work for your lifestyle. This season and well into summer, a new wave of sophisticated bucket bags are ideal for toting around realistic possessions, while smaller, handheld clutch purses work well for the essential trio: your keys, wallet, and phone. Plus, the spring season's bevy of briefcase bags will be your stylish go-to for your laptop and a commuter shoe. Start shopping the top bag trends for spring and summer today.

A Drop in the Bucket Bag

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Chloé, Tory Burch, Michael Kors Collection

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We've seen many bucket bag adaptations over the years, and this season the bucket style reigns king yet again. They're crafted with smooth leathers, glossy finishes, and come studded with contrast stitching details.

In the Palm of Your Hand

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Hermes, Chanel, Loewe

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Quite literally handbags, these grown-up clutch-like creations are calling for us to take along only what we need. Not to fret—sturdy top handles, flaps, and zipper closures will keep your essentials secure.

Crochet Crazed

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Chloe, Loewe, Anna Sui

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Craft-loving fashionistas will rejoice in the season's homespun crochet bags that can hang at the beach or on the city streets.

Oversized 2.0

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Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Tory Burch

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Maybe oversized is just the right size. From Chanel to Tory Burch, designers are still making a case for large totes in durable fabrics, like cotton, canvas, and linen.

A Case for the Briefcase

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Dior, Coach, Prada

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We're here to debrief you on the work tote you'll want to invest in for spring. Roomy interiors, multiple pockets, and structured ladylike silhouettes offer both fashion and function.

Sara Holzman
Style Director

Sara Holzman is the Style Director at Marie Claire, covering runway trends and tracking down the latest finds to buy and wear. When she’s not writing about fashion, she pens about the best places to jet-off to. Over her six years with Marie Claire, Sara has reported on the ever-evolving world of fashion— covering both established and emerging designers within the industry. Sara has held fashion positions at Lucky and SELF Magazine and was a regular contributor to Equinox’s Furthermore website, where she wrote across their style, wellness, and travel verticals. She holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and currently resides in Manhattan. Follow her along at @sarajonewyork.