This Summer's Most-Wanted It Bags Have Arrived—5 Styles Set to Sell Out First

At last, the bright sunshine has arrived, and the seasonal switchover is officially upon us. Many of us are repeating the same steps right now, switching into linen trousers, unpacking our minidresses and booking in pedicures as sandals return to the everyday. As a handbag-obsessed editor, the first piece that truly signals the shift into the warm seasons is the first flurry of summer bag sightings, and right now, stylish dressers everywhere are reaching for these popular designer summer bags once more.

Whilst our beloved leather bags can hold their own all year round, many of us look for an update when the warmer days arrive. Often, these styles call for a tactile update to suit the change in weather, with open tops to be filled with picnic and beachside essentials. Of all the great summer bags around, the very best tend to feature some form of intricate weave, raffia infusion or intricate crochet work, bringing a touch of ease to handbag silhouettes as well as an update in texture and shade.

After leaning into a series of trending styles over the years, I’m ready to invest in a luxury style that will outlast shifting trends, is intricately crafted, and has designer appeal in every stitch. When adding any piece to my wardrobe, longevity is a key focus, especially for investment buys. The most worthwhile additions are always those that will serve our wardrobes year after year, and when it comes to enduring summer bags, a handful of styles can be spotted every single time the weather heats up. Whilst the new collections have offered a fresh wave of styles, I searched for the truly timeless styles, those that have earned their keep for years and still feel like a fresh update to any summer wardrobe. Below, you’ll find the 5 most popular designer buys for summer 2026.

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1. The Row Woven Bag

Style Notes: The Row's bags are known for being some of the most understated around, and when it comes to its summer collection, a tactile update is all that's required. Woven fabrics and leathers note the new season styles, and whether you've tracked down the sold-out Estelle or are falling for the updated Barn tote, each of the bags has the same The Row aesthetic: understated, refined and incredibly timeless.

2. Loewe Basket Bag

Style Notes: The Loewe basket bag is a cult piece every single summer. First launched in 2019, every year a Loewe basket bag can be spotted on the chicest dressers, in one form or another. The distinctive logo nods to the designer origins of the style, whilst the intricate raffia weave reflects the brand's craftspersonship. The spacious styles can be filled with all summer essentials, whether heading out for a picnic in the park or to the local beach.

3. Saint Laurent Raffia Bags

Style Notes: Rather than one specific summer style that returns every year, Saint Laurent's extensive roster of iconic bags gets a summer-ready update with the infusion of raffia finishes. From the capacious Icare to the refined Le 5 à 7, explore Saint Laurent's It bags, now reinterpreted in a tactile raffia finish for the warmer days.

4. Miu Miu Crochet Tote

Style Notes: For spring/summer 2024, Miu Miu launched a colourful crochet summer bag, which immediately caused a frenzy in the fashion sphere. The playful feeling of the shades and crochet texture felt so true to Miu Miu's aesthetic that it's been reinvented for warm-weather collections ever since. Whether heading out for spring picnics or strolling to the beach abroad, this bag is sure to bring a joyful infusion to any occasion.

5. Bottega Sardine

Style Notes: The Sardine bag brings together Bottega Veneta's iconic Intrecciato weave with a playful infusion of metal hardware, shaped as a sardine. The coastal nod is a fun motif that also works as the handle of the bag, spotted across the globe when stylish dressers put together their summer evening looks.

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