The 2025 Fall Handbag Guide
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Toteme Tote, goop, $1,690
Retiring your warm-weather bags for the year is less sad when you have something great to swap in—say, a beautiful leather tote or a wish-listed Row bag you’ve been lusting after for months. Below, 27 (organized) options to get excited about.
The Modern Hobo
Big, slouchy suede bags had their first fashion moment in the ’60s and ’70s, during the hippie movement, and experienced a major resurgence in the mid-2000s with the boho-chic trend. Unsurprisingly, the easygoing spirit of the style lives on today—and though the silhouettes are slightly more refined, characterized by clean lines and minimal embellishments, they feel as cool and casual as ever.
The Bowling Bag
According to fashion legend, Prada was the first luxury fashion house to do bowling bags, in 1999, spawning similar styles from competitors and cementing the sporty silhouette as an It bag of the era. Fast-forward 20-odd years, and the style is taking off again—this time, with a streamlined profile, slimmer handles, and much less perforation.
Photo courtesy of Liffner
The Little Red Clutch
Set against an all-white (or all-black) outfit, this eye-catching accessory is something of a sartorial exclamation point, grabbing attention and livening up what might otherwise be a one-note look. Options range from bright-red calf hair (which we love) to a more subdued maroon suede (which we...also love).
The Top-Handle
Whether it’s carried by hand (à la the tweed-clad models at Chanel) or rests delicately on the forearm (as seen at Miu Miu), a top-handle bag makes a feminine finishing touch. We’re particularly fond of Savette’s Symmetry pochettes, which are defined by parallel lines and the brand’s signature high-shine turnlock.
The Not-Black Bag
If you’re tired of your go-to black bag, you might consider buying something new in navy suede: It feels fresh, is every bit as versatile, and comes off as less serious than black, making it easier to carry with casual daytime looks.
Honorable Mentions
One-off styles we love.
The Hands-Free Hero
The Noughtie's Redux
The Statement Piece
The Chic Shlepper
The New Nylon
The Elevated Bucket
