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Trendsetters Everywhere Are Reaching For Luxury Shoulder Bags—Get These Top Picks

 

Can’t seem to find the perfect luxury shoulder bags? This edit might just have your accessories covered for the rest of the 2023 year. If you haven’t heard yet, just about everyone is rocking shoulder bags. From your favorite Instagram models to the world’s most popular A-listers, these small bags hold a lot of power. Dress them up or down with your go-to looks and you’ll be on your way to becoming the next icon. But now that you’ve heard the news, scroll to find the next bags your closet has been begging for.

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COACH Tabby Leather Shoulder Bag

Two metallic purple mannequin hands against a starry background, each holding a Trendsetters Everywhere Are Reaching For Luxury Shoulder Bags—Get These Top Picks shoulder bag; one lilac and another blush pink, both with circular clasps.

COACH Pillow Tabby 18 Leather Cross-body Bag (on the right)

Luxury Shoulder Bags In Every Color

 

There are really no words for colorful luxury shoulder bags. The style is already irresistible, but when paired with a good shade—it’s game over. With the options on the market, taking advantage of the rainbow is the easiest thing you can do within accessories this year. Not to mention, there’s a whole lot of it for the next couple of seasons. Whether it be the famous pink or the sky blue we’re just starting to see, it’s time to lay off of the black purses. Timeless accessories are always great to have, but this year: it’s time to get outside of your comfort zone.

 

Our particular favorite in mind is the PRADA Mini Saffiano Leather Chain Shoulder Bag. Exceptionally crafted and undoubtedly a trendsetter, pieces like this are worth holding on to. It’s not every year that we get the opportunity to go bold and proud, so why not experiment with accessories? Luxury shoulder bags may seem like a minuscule detail to an outfit, but are really 2023’s secret to making any ensemble look iconic.

  • BALENCIAGA Le Cagole Extra Small Bucket Bag

    $2,350
  • SAINT LAURENT College Large Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag

    $2,990
  • BOTTEGA VENETA Gold Mini Sardine Leather Cross-body Bag

    $3,400
  • GUCCI Mini GG Marmont 2.0 Leather Shoulder Bag

    $2,900
  • FP COLLECTION Spellbound Crossbody Bag

    $78
  • FREE PEOPLE Brown West Side Studded Sling Bag

    $178
  • SELF-PORTRAIT The Micro Bow Mini Crystal-embellished Bouclé Tote

    $480
  • LOEFFLER RANDALL Jolene Bow And Crystal-embellished Faille Clutch

    $350
  • GUCCI Horsebit-embellished Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag

    $3,490

They Might Be Small, But They're Powerful

 

If you’ve noticed anything about the luxury shoulder bags worn by your favorite celebrities, it’s that they’re usually over the top. While yes, you can enjoy the more timeless options, there are still many trends to take advantage of. Whether that’s wearing some fringe around your shoulder or opting for sequins or even mosaic mirror textures—all goes this year. Just because these hot accessories are small, doesn’t mean you have to skip out on all of the fun.

 

For example, the VALENTINO GARAVANI Rockstud Spike Leather Shoulder Bag was created with excitement in mind. After all, we are stepping into a new, warmer season—why not switch things up? With the spring and summer on their way, it only makes sense to try something a bit more daring. But if you’re still hooked on keeping things classy, the MIU MIU Matelasse Nappa Leather Crossbody Bag can meet you right in the middle. These luxury shoulder bags might seem innocent, but when paired with the perfect designer dress—you really won’t want to let them go.

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SELF-PORTRAIT Mini Hotfix Bow Shoulder Bag

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COACH Studio Baguette Leather Shoulder Bag

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