The Bag Trends That Will Invade the Fashion World in 6 Months

During fashion month, our attention is laser-focused on the runways to uncover the next-gen trends destined to dominate the fashion universe. While the spring 2020 shows—especially those during NYFW—offered a range of fresh looks in the ready-to-wear and accessories realms, it’s the new handbag silhouettes, in particular, that we’re shining a spotlight on right now.

One glance at the collections of designers from Tory Burch to Brandon Maxwell and you’ll quickly realize why we’re dedicating this entire piece to the coolest bags of the moment. Yep, from updated mini bags to supersize stunners, the styles in question are just that good.

Ahead, follow along as we bring you through the next It bag trends you’ll see everywhere when spring hits. And because we know you like to be the first in your friend group to test-drive the latest items, we’re also showcasing how to shop the next-level handbag trends right now as well. Carry on.

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(Image credit: Sies Marjan (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); JW Anderson (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Bottega Veneta (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images))

This casual, on-the-go sling silhouette gets a high-fashion upgrade, and it’s shaping up to be one of the It bags of the season.

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It’s all about the details for spring 2020 with statement-making buckles (both in your face and more subtle) front and center on the coolest handbags.

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(Image credit: Brandon Maxwell (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Tory Burch (Peter White/Getty Images); Ports 1961 (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images))

That mini bag you tested out last season? Well, it’s shrinking to an even daintier size for spring. Sure, it’s not the most practical pick out there, but it sure is cute.

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(Image credit: Jonathan Simkhai (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Zimmermann (Peter White/Getty Images); BOSS (Andreas Rentz/Getty Images))

On the other end of the spectrum, the oversize tote lives on as a must-have to store your entire life. Seriously, the more XL, the better.

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(Image credit: Ulla Johnson (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Brandon Maxwell (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Missoni (Estrop/Getty Images))

Say hello to the 2020 version of the bucket bag with slouchy, drawstring-accented carryalls reigning supreme as the new going-out bag.

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(Image credit: Michael Kors (Peter White/Getty Images); Kate Spade New York (Victor VIRGILE/Getty Images); Oscar de la Renta (Peter White/Getty Images))

Woven bags and basket silhouettes feel more sophisticated than ever in sleek, structured shapes to bring a polished yet playful spin to any outfit.

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Next, check out the cheapest and prettiest heels you can buy this fall.

This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.