Since spring weather has arrived, I have already pulled out my spring capsule wardrobe for 2026. When it comes to handbags, my tried and true favorites will be front and center. Love!
As far as handbags are concerned for spring 2026, the anonymous handbag is still king. Handbags should be investment worthy and offer high quality construction as well as practicality. Love this era in handbags!
Spring 2026 is all about the belted tote, early 2000’s IT bags, pops of color as well as classic neutral hues, and drawstring bags. While I have a soft and slouchy drawstring pouch bag, I don’t find myself reaching for it, so I didn’t include it in this post.
My favorite handbags for spring 2026 are my small, belted totes, my Balenciaga City bag (moto style), my little green loop bag, this classic black shoulder bag, and my beloved caramel top handle bag. These are the bags I find myself reaching for often, and they are currently getting the most use.
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My larger bags will be perfect during the day, and my small shoulder bags will be perfect in the evening, as well as days when I want to carry a smaller bag.
What are your favorite handbags for the spring 2026 season?
While there are trending styles which will last throughout the year and into next year, there are also standout styles for the spring season. This season, it is time to pull certain styles from our closets and bring them to the front, as well as invest in new bags we feel will carry us through the spring season and beyond.
Spring 2026 is a fabulous season in handbags. The spring handbag trends include practical styles we can wear on a daily basis as well as wear in the future. Many of the styles are timeless treasures for our wardrobe. Love that!
The overall vibe for handbags this spring season is a continuation of the anonymous handbag. Handbags should not bear logos, and they should be clean, high quality, and easy to use. Handbags which are for show, and not for actually carrying things, are not hot.
The color palette for our spring 2026 handbags should be mostly neutral with one or two bags in a fun color such as blue, or yellow. When it comes to neutral, black is always king, but we are also seeing shades of white and lighter brown hues.
On social media you may see excessive bag charms, silly mini stuffed objects, and cluttered add-ons. This is not happening on the street. Handbags should be left alone unless you add a twilly (skinny scarf often wrapped around bag handles) to keep your handles clean. Otherwise, please refrain from adding charms, silly stuffed objects, and anything which hangs off the bag other than an extra strap or chain strap.
Speaking of chains, classic chains are hot this spring. You can add a chain strap to your bag! This is the only thing you can add. Chains are hot, so feel free to wear your chain bags or add a chain to a favorite bag in your closet.
Wondering which styles to wear this spring season? Don’t worry, I got ya covered! So, without further ado, here are the spring 2026 handbag trends to rock this warm weather season.
Belted tote: The belted tote is still going strong. So, if you already own one, fabulous! If not, I recommend investing in this classic style. It’s great to wear casually, on the weekends, and in the office. The belted tote is a versatile style!
East/West bags: This long style is still going strong. Look for horizontal clutches, daytime bags, and totes. The east/west silhouette is still hotter than hot.
Drawstring bags: Whether it’s a bucket bag, tote, or pouch, the drawstring bag is back! You can pull yours out of the back of your closet, or invest in a new one. Either way, this slouchy and casual style is hot this spring season.
Early 2000’s IT bags: Do you have an IT bag from 15-20 years ago collecting dust in your closet? Dust that baby off! Old IT bags are back, especially the Balenciaga City bag. Other retro styles include the Fendi Spy, Fendi Baguette, and Chloe Paddington. Did you have your eye on one but never actually purchased one? Never fear, the city bag, the Baguette and the Paddington are back on store shelves! Treat yourself to the bag that got away.
Bowling bag: This is an emerging handbag style to watch. While classic, it is gaining momentum for spring and next fall. This is a great style in invest in right now. Love!
Remember, handbags right now are all about quality, no logos! Look for investment bags you can wear often without fuss. You will enjoy your investment more if you can reach for it multiple times per week rather than store on a shelf.
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Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more spring coverage!
It’s back! Demand for the original Balenciaga City Bag exploded in 2025, and as we land in 2026, demand is still skyrocketing. Is it possible to revive an IT bag from yesteryear? It sure looks like it!
The Balenciaga City Bag was iconic in the early 2000’s. I snapped up mine in 2009. It was originally a light, denim blue but has faded to more of a grey-blue. Colored leather is always susceptible to fading and color changes. For a more stable color, I recommend natural colors and also black. That being said, I still love the color it has become over the years.
Now, let’s chat a little bit about Balenciaga itself. The design house was popular for decades going back to it’s founding in 1917. Nicolas Ghesquiere launched the city bag collection, and it exploded to IT status rather quickly. Unfortunately, when Demna took over, the brand’s vibe became dark; and let’s not start in about the advertising scandal. It’s too shameful.
Thankfully, Balenciaga has parted ways with Demna and now they have Pierpaolo Piccioli and the brand is once again, out of the dark.
This may have led to the renewed intereest in Balenicaga’s handbag collection as well as designs as a whole. For now, the City bag collection is exploding once again, just like 15-20 years ago. If you have one in your archives, it is time to pull it back out and rock it on casual days.
If you do not already own one of these soft and squishy, delightful bags, what are you waiting for! Look at the squishy and soft leather!
I love the whole moto-chic vibe of the Balenciaga City Bag and how it can be worn by the top handles or the attached shoulder strap. My bag is from 2009, and it has been worn A LOT! The leather is in amazing shape, minus the faded color. The craftsmanship, quality, leather, and style are impeccable. If you don’t already own one, I highly recommend investing in a Balenciaga City Bag for your collection. It is well worth it!
The interior features a zipper pocket and there is a mirror attached to the bag you can move around. I keep mine tucked inside the bag. There is also an exterior zipper pocket, which I never use.
I plan to wear mine a lot this spring and summer seasons. I am so happy this bag is back in style. It is one of my all-time favorite bags! Love!
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What do you think of the Balenciaga City Bag? Do you love it too?
Thanks for stopping by!
XOXO Cathy
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