Just thinking about the trends that are on the horizon for fall makes me giddy for the new season. I can't be alone here, right? I know I'll have to wait for real fall weather to arrive before pulling out my chunky knits and leather pieces, so in the meantime, I'm fixating on the fall trend I can wear right this second: bags. I'm already starting to spot designer handbag trends that will set the tone for the rest of the season.
I sifted through the heritage designers like Chanel, Burberry, and Chloé as well as new It-bag brands like Wandler and Medea to assess the styles each label is offering. What I found were eight overarching trends that simply can't be missed—from the mini structured shapes that are undeniably Insta-worthy to the It prints like zebra and snakeskin. Read on to discover and shop each trend now so you're well-versed on what the fashion set will all be wearing for the rest of the season and beyond.
Apart from feeling particularly current, these fall designer bag trends have the most staying power. Scroll down for some worthy investments.