F/W 2022 Handbag Trends: From New Hobos to Hearts to #Barbiecore

Every fall, we leave the (sometimes) foolish choices of the past season behind and look forward to the future. It seems designers are feeling like lightening up and leaning into overtly femme aspects. It's all coming up hearts, glitter, and #Barbiecore, which I love! Whether you go pink, sequinned, or heart shaped, the takeaway is the same: there's a desire for a lightness and femininity we haven't seen since the early 2000s. So, grab your Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) and get ready to review the handbag trends of the season.

Crescent Bags

Can you say Y2K? One can consider the unique crescent shape an amalgamation of the classic hobo and shoulder bags, and as a palette cleanser with mini bags fading away and larger totes slowly creeping back into relevancy. Either way, these bags are everywhere at the moment, and no two are exactly the same. Some are true crescents, no bigger than a sliver, while others are more of a half-moon shape.

XXL Totes

As we shift further away from the pandemic, shoppers are looking for the bag that can carry it all. Whether you are returning to office mode, traveling or various other outings, you don't have to sacrifice utility in the name of fashion.

Too Hot To Handle

There is merit to a hands-free bag to like a crossbody silhouette or fanny pack. But despite the chatter surrounding this utilitarian accessory detail, there’s something to be said about a good old-fashioned handbag carried with—drumroll—your hands. A personal favourite? The Valentino Garavani small Roman Stud tote bag in #Barbiecore pink! 

Doubled Up

What’s better than 1 bag? 2! 

We have seen this on mini bags such as the Prada Re-Edition 2005 and the Triangle Bag, as well as bucket bags like the Balenciaga Le Cagole Bucket Bag. In fact, the traditional Balenciaga Le Cagole Shoulder Bag is well on its way to cult status.

Furry Friends

Get your cozy on with shearling and faux fur bags that are as tactile as they are beautiful—and keep you feeling all wrapped up.

Heart It

Chanel, Alaia, and Coperni all agree, It's time to wear your heart on your bag. Get just the right amount tweed and spread love however you can.

Whichever handbag you decide to reach for, grab hold tight. These are the trends to get excited about.