As the weather heats up and we shed our layers, swapping slinky tank tops for boxy outerwear and breezy dresses for wool trousers, we often lose one vital utilitarian staple: pockets. Like any home, our ensembles require storage, for lack of a better word; a place to house your phone, keys, wallet, lipstick, hand sanitizer, a book, snacks, the better part of a pharmacy—basically everything but the kitchen sink. Pardon our circumlocution-based logic here, but what better excuse to invest in a new handbag? We've tapped our most stylish friends to divulge which handbags they're buying this season. From the Gucci multicolor Marmont to a carry-all basket bag, they've got all your sartorial needs covered.
Wonton 20 Macrame Rafia Caramel Beige
This bag reminds me of the Pierre Jeanneret office cane chair. I love the mix of buttery-soft leather and raffia which is a fun material for spring and summer.
Leather Tote
Just looking at this color makes me smile—it's unexpected and bright, but not overpowering. It's the perfect size for essentials—phone, keys, cards, lipstick, sunglasses—and adds a punch to any outfit.
Nylon Logo Plaque Tote Bag
I am expecting a baby this summer and have a feeling that the diaper bag will become my go-to handbag. Prada or nada, right? (This is definitely a wish-list item).
Gabriel Waller, Product Sourcer & Founder, gabwaller.com
Horsebit 1955 Medium Tote Bag
The Gucci crochet bag—I've had a lot of sourcing requests for this style currently.
Crystal Re-edition 2000 Black Satin Shoulder Bag
This one continues to be very popular, and they've just released it in a silver colorway which is very exciting!
Mini Flap Bag with Top Handle
This is a new season favorite from the CHANEL spring/summer '21 collection. As seen on the runway, it's now peaking in demand.
Michelle Duncan, Founder & Designer, Duncan
Miss Daisy Leather and Gingham Bucket Bag
Who doesn't need a fem gingham bucket bag with daisies... But make it black!
Medium Osa Tote in White Patent Leather
I need to refresh my closet now that we are starting to go back into the world and the office... This Khaite bag is the perfect size for throwing every single thing I own to carry around all day.
Clutch
Better, festive days are ahead! Prepping myself with a cute spring wicker clutch—but make it a BIG GREEN KIWI.
Telsha Anderson, Owner & Buyer, t.a. New York
Tag Two-Tone Tote Bag
Tag Two-Tone Tote BagI've been eyeing this Saint Laurent Tag two-tone bag for a while now, so much so that I can picture it randomly with different outfits in my closet. There's something about a tan-and-black bag that's big enough to fit my entire life that makes me smile. It's also a true classic!
Orange Gold Clutch
We started carrying Peet Dullaert in-store and online for AW20, and it's been a true crowd favorite. Their mini orange clutch was a great accessory for fall and carries over into spring effortlessly. Although it's a mini, it ironically fits an iPhone, wallet, and phone charger.
Brushed Silver Card Case
The Peter Do silver card case isn't necessarily a bag, but it serves the same purpose. Aside from being able to hold life's most important day-to-day necessities, it's probably the chicest thing I've seen in a while. I normally lean towards gold hardware and accessories, but for this, I'd make an exception.
Marianne Theodorsen, Digital Creator
Vitty Mignon
Just the perfect sparkly little number to accompany all those fabulous "finally I can dress up" outfits I've been dreaming about since the first lockdown about a year ago. The shape fits all my essentials for a night out, and the color is just DREAMY!
19 Flap Bag
The top of my wish list at the moment, this bright denim bag adds some fun to any outfit. Huge plus for being able to fit a loooot of stuff, and I also love the chunky hardware details. Yum.
Small GG Marmont Multicolor Canvas Bag
Just because we all need some extra colors in our lives right now. This style is super colorful, but still so versatile.
Charlotte Lewis, Founder & Designer, Ven Store
Symmetry Pochette Leather Tote
I recently purchased a Savette pochette in Saddle and am now seriously coveting it in black—perfect simplicity and the easiest way to add elegance to any outfit.
Straw Shopping Basket
A basket is my everyday go-to bag from spring to autumn. A longer strap is a must, and so is size—something that can fit everything from my laptop to my daughter's snack box. My friend Emily of @strawlondon scours flea markets all over the world for the best vintage baskets, dropping new styles on her website every month.
Tangle Small Leather Shoulder Bag
I never managed to get my hands on The Row's Medicine bag and have spent many an hour searching for the exact right one secondhand. The Jil Sander Tangle bag is a pretty perfect alternative. I'm investing in the dark brown style, the perfect accompaniment to a simple white cotton dress.