The Spring 2022 Handbag Trends to Get Excited About
The humble bucket bag is back.


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 (opens in new tab) are ideal for toting around realistic possessions, while smaller, handheld clutch purses (opens in new tab) work well for the essential trio: your keys, wallet (opens in new tab), and phone (opens in new tab). Plus, the spring season's bevy of briefcase bags will be your stylish go-to for your laptop (opens in new tab) and a commuter shoe. Start shopping the top bag trends for spring and summer today.
A Drop in the Bucket Bag
Chloé, Tory Burch, Michael Kors Collection
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.
Mansur Gavriel Mini Leather Bucket Bag
Bottega Veneta Crossbody Bucket Bag
Polene Paris Numéro Huit
Tory Burch Mini Bucket Bag
Michael Michael Kors Hamilton Legacy Crossbody Bag
Rebecca Minkoff Peace Leather Bucket Bag
In the Palm of Your Hand
Hermes, Chanel, Loewe
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 (opens in new tab), flaps, and zipper closures will keep your essentials secure.
EÉRA Moonbag Satin Clutch
Cult Gaia Clutch
Saint Laurent Canvas Clutch
Nanushka Satin Clutch
Ted Baker Clutch
Crochet Crazed
Chloe, Loewe, Anna Sui
Craft-loving fashionistas will rejoice in the season's homespun crochet bags that can hang at the beach or on the city streets.
JW Anderson Strawberry Tote Bag
Philosophy x Smiley Company Bag
Shrimps Crochet Bag
Gedebe Crochet Bag
Adriana Castro Crochet Bag
Oversized 2.0
Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Tory Burch
Maybe oversized is just the right size. From Chanel to Tory Burch, designers are still making a case for large totes (opens in new tab) in durable fabrics, like cotton, canvas, and linen.
KASSL Editions Cut Out Oversized Tote Bag
Kate Spade Large Floral Tote
Rag & Bone Recycled Cotton Tote
See By Chloé Denim Tote
Proenza Schouler White Label Tote
Isabel Marant Warden Striped Canvas Tote
A Case for the Briefcase
Dior, Coach, Prada
We're here to debrief you on the work tote (opens in new tab) you'll want to invest in for spring. Roomy interiors, multiple pockets, and structured ladylike silhouettes offer both fashion and function.
Saint Laurent Manhattan Leather and Canvas Shoulder Bag
Maison Margiela Snatched Top Handle Bag
Salvatore Ferragamo Polished Leather Shoulder Bag
Coach Shoulder Bag
Valentino Bag
Anine Bing Alexander Bag
Sara Holzman is the Style Editor 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.
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