Apologies, Canvas Totes, but I'm confident that these 6 designer handbags will be sold out this summer.
With numerous sunny days behind us, it's officially summer, and I'm eager to refresh my wardrobe ahead of my social engagements. A new season calls for new shopping, and while I'm excited to invest in lighter layers and beautiful dresses, I’m also keen on exploring the latest in accessories. Summer shoes are straightforward (and I'm always ahead of sandal trends), but bags? Right now, bags have my full focus. With so many new styles emerging each week, it can be challenging to determine which ones are worth purchasing now and which will endure beyond the summer. From raffia baskets to spacious totes, a standout handbag can completely transform your summer wardrobe. While many of my fellow editors opt for minimalist top handles and practical shoulder bags, the runways are leaning towards clutches, mini bags, and bold embellishments that capture attention (but may not be easy on the wallet). So, what are the stylish women in the know really carrying right now? Social media holds the answer.
During my search for versatile handbags, I noticed several brands and styles that were overlooked in images. While linen trousers, slip skirts, capris, jelly shoes, and flip flops have been taking center stage, some stunning bags have been flying under the radar—until now. And no, this won’t be a list filled with black shoulder bags; instead, you can expect vibrant prints, colors, and details that resonate with the season's cheerful vibe, ensuring your warm-weather wardrobe is on point. Are you ready to explore the new summer "it" bags making waves on social media? Continue scrolling to see them and shop the styles if you’re ready to make an investment.
1. **Saint Laurent Icare**
**Style Notes:** Any bag that was designed in the 2020s yet feels timeless deserves to be recognized as an iconic piece. Anthony Vaccarello’s Icare bag may not be brand new, but our fascination with it remains strong, especially with fresh variations being introduced. The shearling and suede versions were perfect for winter, but currently, my focus is on the raffia baskets as well. If it's good enough for Rosie Huntington-Whiteley...
**Shop the Saint Laurent Icare:**
- **YSL:** Icare Medium in Quilted Suede – This color coordinates effortlessly with nearly everything in your closet.
- The black is incredibly chic, but it also comes in green, burgundy, and wheat.
2. **Chanel Small Shopping Bag**
**Style Notes:** We can’t discuss 2026's It bags without mentioning Chanel, and while the internet is still buzzing about the brand’s two-toned pumps, we’re equally captivated by the Small Tote. Are they pricey? Yes, but Chanel bags typically appreciate in value, and I believe a classic black shoulder bag from the Blazy era will only continue to increase in worth. Pair it now with tanks and skirts, and later in winter with wool coats, jeans, and loafers.
**Good luck finding this one.**
- The animal print adds a cool twist.
3. **Manu Atelier Cambon Cabas**
**Style Notes:** After discovering Manu Atelier a few years ago, I eagerly await their next releases. You might not recognize the brand by name, but you surely saw their Le Cambon bags flooding your feed last year; this year, the Cambon Cabas—a larger, more relaxed shoulder bag—is the star, accommodating all of your essentials stylishly. As someone who leans towards neutral accessories, it was the vibrant green Cabas (spotted on Tia Dewitt) that convinced me that summer accessories should be bold.
**Shop Manu Atelier Cambon Cabas:**
- **Manu Atelier:** Cambon Cabas in Velvet Green Suede – I’m obsessed with this grass green.
- Cambon Cabas in Deep Brown Suede – Perfect with just a white maxi dress and sandals.
- Cambon Cabas in Camel Suede.
4. **Prada Route**
**Style Notes:** If you appreciated funnel neck jackets and cargo trousers, let me introduce you to the Prada Route. Launched quietly this spring, it didn’t require a big introduction; fashion insiders quickly recognized its potential and have been wearing it non-stop for months. The pockets, canvas, and khaki color align perfectly with the utility trend gaining momentum this summer, so anticipate more of the practical Route paired with technical jackets and shorts throughout the year.
**Shop the Prada Route:**
- **Prada:** Route Large Canvas and Leather Tote Bag.
- White leather is ideal for warm weather.
- Large Leather Tote Bag in Chocolate Suede – You can't go wrong with this classic.
5. **Khaite Olivia**
**Style Notes:** After making its debut on the runway in 2022, Khaite's Olivia hobo bag comes in both suede and patent leather, but it’s the raffia version that has fashion enthusiasts enamored this
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