How to Identify an It Girl in 2026: This Bag Hue and This Beautiful Heel Trend
If you prefer straightforward, timeless outfits and often incorporate accessories and shoe trends to keep things interesting and current, Kaia Gerber is an excellent source of inspiration. Her effortlessly stylish wardrobe features laid-back yet refined pieces, including slip skirts, trench coats, pull-on pants, cropped tees and tanks, along with low-rise jeans. This brings me to her most recent relaxed outfit, which she complemented with a bag and heels that made it feel even more special and trendy.
Gerber started off in a cropped T-shirt paired with fold-over bootcut leggings. The bag she selected was a cobalt-blue option from Chanel. Cobalt is set to be one of the significant color trends of 2026, making any outfit it accompanies look particularly fashionable. She chose ballet heels for footwear. Gerber has long been a fan of ballet flats and has been seen multiple times this year sporting a similar style with a low block heel. While this style leans more towards classic rather than trendy, given its current popularity, I would certainly categorize it as a trend.
In summary, cobalt bags and ballet heels—whether worn together or separately—are indicative of an It girl in 2026. Continue scrolling to see Gerber showcasing both in L.A. a few days ago and find styles for yourself.
As Seen on It Girl Kaia Gerber
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On Kaia Gerber: Chanel bag; Repetto by Kaia Gerber Kaia Ballet Flats ($440)
Shop Cobalt-Blue Bags
- **STAUD**: Port Tote in Cobalt
- **MANGO**: Small Split-Leather Bag in Vibrant Blue
- **Reformation**: Sofia East West Shoulder Bag in Cobalt Suede
- **Prada**: Re-Edition 2005 Saffiano Leather Mini-Bag in Sea Blue
- **Dragon Diffusion**: Rosanna Shoulder Bag in Navy
- **Fendi**: Baguette Soft Medium in Electric Blue
- **Bottega Veneta**: Intrecciato Suede Clutch in Blue Royal
Shop Ballet Heels
- **ZARA**: Leather Heeled Ballet Flats
- **Reformation**: Terry Ballet Pumps
- **Repetto**: Taupe Camille Rubber-Sole Heels
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How to Identify an It Girl in 2026: This Bag Hue and This Beautiful Heel Trend
Exhibit A: Kaia Gerber.