Trends

The return of the drawstring bag

 in Handbags / Trends  tagged fall 2026 / outfits / spring 2026 / summer 2026 / winter 2026 by
drawstring bag trend 2026

wearing: sunglasses / earrings / peacoat / sweater / drawstring bag (old, similar here) / spring nail polish / jeans / sneakers /

The drawstring bag is back! It went on a hiatus for a few years, and in 2025, it crept back into style and is now showing up in almost every designer and brand collection for 2026. Get ready for it!

If you already have a drawstring bag, whether pouch or bucket, it is time to bring it back out from the back of your closet and into the rotation. In addition to the drawstring style, look for brighter hues plus classic neutrals. So, if you are like me and own a colorful drawstring bag, it’s back in style! Rock it now and for the next few seasons. Love that!

One rule though, no logos! Your drawstring bag should be beautiful leather or faux leather or canvas or fabric. No logos. Sorry LV girls! Keep that logo bag in the closet.

One thing to remember with drawstring bags, they are open at the top. So be sure to secure your smaller items inside your bag so you don’t experience spillage, especially in the car.

If you don’t already own a drawstring handbag to pull out from your personal archives, I recommend investing in a fun one! Choose a color or neutral you see yourself wearing a lot this year. It’ll be a fun alternative to your belted totes, east/west bags, chain shoulder bags, and hobos.

Enjoy the drawstring bag trend. It’s fun yet understated; and offers a fresh alternative to the rest of the continuing handbag trends in 2026. Love that!

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more in 2026!

XOXO

Cathy

Best of BAF Weekly IT List 2025

 in General Fashion / Trends  tagged 2025 year in review / baf weekly it list by

Best of 2025 from top left: black belted tote / Hermes nail polish / Chanel nail polish / classic sweater / wide leg jeans / earrings / east/west handbag / ReVive cream / Dior nail polish / high heels / Chanel fragrance / top handle caramel bag /

2025 is coming to an end, so let’s celebrate everything we loved throughout the year!

When it came to handbags, we loved belted totes, east/west styles, and the anonymous handbag. Thankfully these styles continue to thrive in 2026. Although, there will be a few new styles to covet in the new year, so keep what you have, and stay tuned for the upcoming trends of 2026!

There is a return to professional attire trending in the workplace. In 2025 we started our classic high heels collections, this will continue in 2026. Invest in neutral, classic high heel shoes for the workplace and beyond. Love!

Lightweight fragrances are trending now and into new year. This one from Chanel is a hit!

When it comes to nail polish, anything goes! Keep wearing what you love. In 2025 we loved all the colors!

Pearl jewelry is classic, and it has also been trending. Watch it explode in 2026.

Shop the hottest from the BAF Weekly IT List online:

What was your favorite IT item in 2025?

Thank you for your continued support. Let’s celebrate 2025 and look forward to 2026 together!

XOXO
Cathy

Color of the Year 2026 Cloud Dancer

 in Color Trends / General Fashion / Trends  tagged cloud dancer / color of the year / cruise 2026 / fall 2026 / holidays 2026 / pantone / spring 2026 / summer 2026 / winter 2026 by

Cloud Dancer inspired from top left: Dior nail polish / handbag / pearl earrings / statement earrings / sneakers / Pantone /

Move over Mocha Mousse, there’s a new color of the year from Pantone in town! Cloud Dancer is the color of 2026, and I have to admit, I am surprised! I expected a soft green, or something not so. . .. neutral shall we say? But I digress. . .

Here we are. In 2026 it’s all about shades of white. Cloud Dancer is a soft, slightly off-white hue. It reflects new beginnings, a reset in mindset, and a clean slate. As people try to get off their devices and touch grass, we are seeing a shift of getting back to reality. Cloud Dancer by Pantone is a reflection of our society’s current mindset of resetting and moving away from distractions and clutter, a yearning for simplicity.

Cloud Dancer, and shades of white in general, are increasingly popular in fashion, interior design, and daily life. Although we saw pops of vibrant color on the runways for spring, the overall vibe for 2026 is clean and fresh. We will see a continuation of neutrals, with the occasional color infused for depth and variety. So, pull those shades of white out from the back of your closet and rock them in 2026!

For more information about the Pantone color of the year for 2026, Cloud Dancer, please visit Pantone.com.

A few fabulous items with the Cloud Dancer inspired vibe:

How will you incorporate Cloud Dancer into your wardrobe or daily life in the new year?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy