They're Here: The 10 Handbags Worth Saving Up for in 2026
From Chloé to Celine, these are the brands getting all the buzz.
There's much to look forward to at the start of a new year, and for me, fresh It bags are always near the top of my highly anticipated list. The buzziest handbag styles of 2026 have already begun to reveal themselves, and they're so good that I'm tempted to halt shopping for everything else for awhile and just splurge on one of these designer bags. You might feel the same way once you see them for yourself.
Some of the bags I'm highlighting have been available for a minute but continue to gain momentum, and others are brand-new and made their debut on the spring/summer 2026 runways or as part of the resort 2026 collections. All are very much worthy of your bag funds if you're in the market to invest in an It bag this year. Trust me. Among the 10 options below, there's something for everyone, no matter what aesthetic you're seeking or what type of bag best meets your needs and suits your lifestyle. Keep scrolling to familiarize yourself with them and perhaps shop for the 2026 It bag of your dreams. Prada, The Row, and Celine—to name a few—are present and accounted for.
The Row Peggy Clutch
While it's increasingly tricky to narrow the The Row's bag offerings down, it's become clear in recent weeks that the Peggy Leather Clutch is the bag of the season. The bag is a minimalist's dream—devoid of hardware and only showing the faintest logo. The soft leather bag can be carried as a clutch or over the shoulder, making it the perfect bag to transition from day to night.
Prada Passage Bag
Everyone has been impatiently awaiting Prada's Passage bag since it was spotted all over the brand's S/S 26 runway, and the first of the lineup (a black leather-and-nylon iteration) is here. I predict it's poised to be a Prada classic for years to come. Everything about it is perfect, from the size to the functional pockets. Stay tuned for versions of the bag-within-a-bag style in croc and various colorways.
Toteme Cocktail Naplack Bag
I love the name of this bag as much as I love the actual bag. Toteme's Cocktail bag is my idea of the perfect evening bag—simple yet elegant and hands-free. It comes in patent-leather espresso and black, and I'll never be able to choose.
Miu Miu Beau Bowler Bag
Miu Miu's Beau bag is already coveted and adored, so it was wise of the brand to reimagine it in a subtly different shape that feels even fresher than the original. The newly released style capitalizes on the bowler-bag trend in a pared-down, timeless way.
Saint Laurent Evening Soft Clutch
This minimalist satin clutch is classic Saint Laurent. It's sharp and soft at once. The satin pouch has a pillowy look to it, and it's larger than you'd expect it to be, which is a bonus for several reasons. It's getting harder and harder to find it in stock, so if you see it, grab it.
Chloé Paddington Bag
The buzz over the comeback of Chloé's Paddington bag undoubtedly began in 2025, but it's only intensifying. No other designer bag captures the early 2000s in a way that's as cool and elegant as this.
Celine Soft Triomphe Besace Bag
The fashion crowd has been buzzing about the new Celine bags for 2026 since they were introduced among Michael Rider's first collections for the fashion house. The reimagined Luggage bag is understandably getting lots of attention, but the Besace bag gets my It-bag vote. The versatile logo flap bag can be worn as a shoulder bag or crossbody.
Dior Bow Bag
The first It bag of Jonathan Anderson's tenure at Dior is here, and it's a pretty one. Coined the Dior Bow Bag, the soft leather pouch can be worn over the shoulder via the chain strap or carried as a clutch. The runway also featured the style with a leather strap, so stay tuned for that release.
Saint Laurent Amalia Bag
Sorry, but I couldn't pick just one Saint Laurent bag for this list. Slouchy shoulder bags aren't groundbreaking, but what makes this one stand out from the pack is the twisted hardware that wraps around the strap. The YSL logo is nestled among it, and it's just such a cool detail. It comes in two sizes, and the mini option is perfect for the evening.
Alaïa Le Bulldog Bag
New Alaïa bags are pretty much guaranteed It-bag status, and the latest contender is the Le Bulldog. The shoulder bowler bag has an elegant yet cool, vintage look to it, and the substantial size makes it a perfect everyday option. The distressed-leather iteration feels especially 2026.
