Tasteful Dressers in London and Paris Are Now Carrying This Classy and Understated Bag Style
If you've found yourself in or looking to any of the fashion capitals over the past few weeks, then you might have noticed a particular bag trend in the clutches of some of the city's best dressed. The style set's new travel companion, the bowling bag is the autumn trend that fashion people are reaching for day-in and day-out.
Originally crafted to carry bowling balls, the bowling bag design feature a top handle and a capacious silhouette, and recently fashion brands have been serving up chic iterations of the style that can house your daily belongings comfortably.
Ideal for frequent wearing, the bowling bag buoys between smart and causal, offering a wearable silhouette that can see you through so many occasions. A large iteration such as The Row's Margaux 17 is a favourite amongst editors who often use the bag in place of a suitcase or weekender for any overnight stints. Smaller sizes can comfortably house a laptop for trips to the office, and micro styles stand in as an elegant alternative to a clutch for evening events.
The further in to autumn we move, the more and more I'm seeing this bag silhouette crop up around me. A style staple in the early 2000s, 2024's versions features sleeker and more minimal designs in a rich range of hues.
Now that the weather has dipped and we're obliged to haul around a layer or two, the big bag offers ample room for squeezing in an extra knit.
Catering to the growing demand, brands including Reformation, Mango, and M&S with all host versions of the trend, with sizes ranging from obnoxiously large, to smaller, evening-ready styles.
Perhaps it's the continued exposure to the nostalgic trend, or maybe it's the smart silhouette that's piquing my affection, but this understated bag is officially on my autumn wish list.
Freshly inspired to shop the style myself, read on to discover my edit of the best bowling bags to shop for autumn 2024.
SHOP BOWLING BAGS:
Ask any fashion person and they'll tell you that this covetable bag is at the top of their wish list.
This includes a detachable strap so you can wear it as a crossbody, if you prefer.
This mushroom brown shade is so ealy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Having worked in the fashion industry since her time at university—where she obtained a BA in Journalism from University of the Arts London, Natalie's experience spans journalistic and styling roles. In the early stages of her career Natalie predominately worked on editorial shoots for fashion publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK, before moving into journalism roles.
On completion of her degree she interned in the editorial team at British Vogue and later went on to freelance for the publication. Here, she developed her interest in reporting on the latest fashion news and trends. Inspired by the dynamic nature of the industry, Natalie went on to write for other lifestyle and fashion brands and publications before taking on the role as News Writer for Who What Wear.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Focusing on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion, Natalie reports on a daily basis, ensuring that she remains ahead of the trends. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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