Spotted on Sunset: The Bag Color Women in L.A. Are Choosing Over Black, Brown, and Even Butter Yellow

I moved to New York City just over four years ago, but before the Big Apple swept me off my feet, I was a quintessential L.A. girl. As a result, my style takes after the city's laid-back approach, finding its place among palm trees and a beating sun. While head-to-toe black is considered NYC's uniform, I manage to sneak in a bit of color, staying true to my roots.

I like to introduce bold hues through accessorizing. A pair of cherry-red sunglasses or an orange silk scarf instantly livens up a look, but a vivid handbag is even better. For years, I've reached for my M.Gemi loop pouch in a now-discontinued kelly green, and it's no coincidence that the same bright pigment is taking over the Los Angeles streets.

The spring 2026 green-bag trend is kicking black, brown, and even butter yellow designs to the curb, ushering in a maximalist alternative. But the saturated green isn't only being spotted on Sunset Boulevard. It's earned runway approval, with Loewe, Prada, and Burberry giving it a place in their spring/summer 2026 collections.

The colorful handbag trend isn't reserved for just the rich palette, either. You can own the look in olive, pistachio, and seafoam, making it simple to style. Pair a green bag with dark, inky denim for a streamlined approach, or wear it against a bright-white maxi skirt to make a statement. You can even take after Dua Lipa and mix and match the botanical shades, combining electric hues with leafy tones.

Make like the L.A. cool girls and steal their favorite bag trend of the season. Find top picks from Bottega Veneta, Cult Gaia, and Clare V. ahead.

Shop the Spring 2026 Green-Bag Trend