If there's one thing about this year's summer trends that you can count on, it's that 99.9% of them revolve around the high-cost notion of the Sofia Richie Grainge–backed quiet-luxury movement. Whether you call it low-key luxe, stealth wealth, or Successioncore, high-quality, logoless design choices have been dominating our hearts, minds, and feeds this year.
While the majority of our focus has been on buying thoughtful investment pieces or replicating the look using affordable retailers, there's no denying that the crème de la crème of all quiet-luxury looks is a slew of viral accessories the fashion set is loving right now. Think the Celine oval sunglasses, Chanel ballet flats, and Loewe leather bags. Thankfully, a slew of midrange designers have come along to perfect the quiet-luxury handbag look for less than $350. They don't just look great though—a majority of the 24 affordable handbags ahead have been tried and tested by editors, friends, and internet strangers who can't stop raving about them. It's a win-win.
Below, shop a selection of my favorite affordable quiet-luxury bags as well as some higher-tier options if you're looking to spend a teensy bit more. Happy shopping.
A subtle pick.
Jane Birkin would approve of this adorable basket bag.
A sweet strap detail keeps this bag interesting.
After associate editor Yusra told me she swore by this bag, I knew I had to test-drive it for myself. She was right—this bag is it.
I've been pining over this bag for months, and I'm about to take the plunge.
Nineties Prada is calling…
This looks suspiciously like another designer bag at a fraction of the price.
If you're looking for a bag with embellishments that don't quite scream trendy, may I present this adorable Charles & Keith purse?
Reformation's step into minimal bags has me salivating.
This screams early 2000s Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen.
The perfect pouch to throw a lip gloss in and head out the door.
This retro bowling-bag silhouette is all of the rage among the Gen Z fashion crowd.
This color is just speaking to me.
Staud for under $300? Score.
Okay, I think you can tell that I need the Staud Alec bag at this point.
Luar's Ana bag is the go-to choice for a twist for those in the industry.
This oversize chocolate tote is ludicrously capacious and cute.
Wait—I think I need this bag to survive.
MM6 Maison Margiela can do no wrong in my eyes.
This deal is too good to let go of.
A bag so nice I think I might buy it twice.
Although this green doesn't feel quite as wearable as other colors on this list, trust me: it makes the most chic outfit statement slung over a simple black blazer.
Chic!
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