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The 38 Most Brilliant Bags to Buy This Spring

Perhaps the easiest way to take any outfit from fine to absolutely fabulous is with the right handbag. These 38 stunners won’t just stand out from the pack, they’re also pretty much guaranteed to spark joy each and every time you pull them out. Now the only thing left is to decide which one (or two or three…) to snap up.

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susan alexandra rainbow beaded bag
Shopbop

Scattered Rainbow

Bestill our Hama Bead-loving hearts.

Susan Alexandra ($430)

mlouye white bucket bag
Shopbop

Twisted Bucket

Want to add some more color? Swap the beige drawstring bag for a yellow, pink or blue one instead.

Mlouye ($545)

kara blue clear bag
Shopbop

Clear Wristlet

Find us a more appropriate poolside tote than this number, we dare you.

Kara ($195)

kurt geiger london stripe bag
Nordstrom

Sunset Stripes

We apologize in advance if you suddenly find yourself craving sorbet every time you carry this bag.

Kurt Geiger London ($229)

nannacay net tote bag
shopbop

Two-tone Net

A surefire way to catch a fish compliment or two.

Nannacay ($232)

sophia webster black hold me bag
Sophia Webster

Cheeky Clutch

This bag just speaks to us.

Sophia Webster ($595)

marc jacobs blue backpack
Nordstrom

Mini Backpack

The bright blue is beautiful, for sure, but it was the sporty yellow-and-black-striped straps that really grabbed our attention.

Marc Jacobs ($237)

johnny was rainbow woven bag
Johnny Was

Woven Rainbow

Leave the simple beige basket bags for another day.

Johnny Was ($102)

brahmin bag in tie dye marble
Brahmin

Marbled Tie-dye

So this is how to rock tie-dye like an adult.

Brahmin ($295)

target a new day blue bag
Target

Robin’s-egg-blue Chain

The chunky chain takes this from girly sweet to trendy chic.

A New Day ($40)

yuzefi box bag
Shopbop

Colorblocked Box

We love the combination of hardy structure and sweet candy hues.

Yuzefi ($430)

state bag feminist toile fanny pack
state

Feminist Toile

This cheeky print celebrating International Women’s Month features bra-burning geese, freedom-fighting cows and piglets embracing their inner Rosie the Riveter.

STATE ($75)

topshop wooden cage bag
Nordstrom

Caged Bucket

Super-summery straw totes can sometimes feel out of place during the occasional spring cold snap. But this acrylic version captures those warm-weather vibes without getting stuck in any one season.

Topshop ($60)

cult gaia long tassle bag
Net-a-Porter

Exaggerated Tassel

The ultimate summer wedding clutch.

Cult Gaia ($300)

shrimps beaded bag
Matches Fashion

Beaded Blooms

The perfect companion to your favorite floral sundress.

Shrimps ($531)

alfeya
Alfeya Valrina

Orange Croc

Despite its small size, this cutie can definitely fit all the essentials.

Alfeya Valrina ($255)

asos wooden mini bag
ASOS

Wooden Mini

A nice switch up from your typical summer straw.

ASOS ($56)

danse lente bag in blue purple and white
Net-a-Porter

Resin Buckle

That asymmetrical flap though…

Danse Lente ($495)

dressbarn white laser cut tote bag
Dressbarn

Laser-cut Tote

Give your worn black tote a break and pick up this inverted version instead.

Dressbarn ($40)


thacker bucket bag
Nordstrom

Understated Shimmer

Like a dazzling desert sunset you can wear on your shoulder.

Thacker ($168)

boden yellow crossbody
Boden

Bold Yellow

Happiness, in bag form.

Boden ($139)

botkier bag in blue gingham
Nordstrom

Preppy Gingham

If you buy the bag, the garden party invitations will come.

Botkier ($198)

hayward mini bag
Shopbop

Mini Chain

Pairs well with gold stacked rings.

Hayward ($850)

the daily edited purple bucket bag
The Daily Edited

Monogrammed Bucket

Good thing you can get your initials embossed, otherwise there’d be little to stop your sister from claiming this as her own.

The Daily Edited ($160)

eric javits straw bag
Nordstrom

Tiered Straw

We’re all here for the hula skirt vibes.

Eric Javits ($350)

imago a mint green bag
Imago-a

Minty Green

Add an icy edge to an otherwise warm ensemble.

Imago-a ($345)

the volon fringe clutch
Shopbop

Striped Fringe

If this doesn’t just scream beachside vacation, we don’t know what does.

The Volon ($1,280)

staud clear bag with beaded insert
Nordstrom

Clear Two-in-one

Carry both pieces for weekend errands, then pull the clutch out for date night with the girls.

Staud ($225)

cuyana red circle bag
Cuyana

Bright Circle

Because sometimes all you need to brighten a look is one solid pop of color.

Cuyana ($140)

whistles fan clutch
ASOS

Pom-pom Clutch

A handy carryall and a fan for any outdoor weddings you have coming up.

Whistles ($75)

boyy black and white bag
Moda Operandi

Black-and-white Buckle

This was the most popular bag at New York Fashion Week for a reason.

BOYY ($965)

loeffler 2
Loeffler Randall

Navy Basket

Picnic not included.

Loeffler Randall ($295)

sole society floral bag
Nordstrom

Painted Buds

So spring can come with you no matter where you go.

Sole Society ($60)

topshop yellow box bag
Nordstrom

Embossed Box

The retro shape gets a fun refresh with rich marigold croc.

Topshop ($52)

tory sport sad tennis fanny pack
Shopbop

Sporty Belt Bag

Funny how a bag with the same face we make when we think about going to the gym can suddenly make us smile.

Tory Sport ($128)

brixton straw bag
Nordstrom

Multi-colored Straw

We never knew how much we’d love the combination of red, forest green and yellow until this very moment.

Brixton ($95)

furla printed metropolis mini bag
Furla

Vibrant Mini

Name a more iconic duo than cherry red and millennial pink.

Furla ($448)

nordstrom straw bag
Nordstrom

Tasseled Bucket

Can someone please throw a fiesta, ASAP? Thanks.

Nordstrom ($49)



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Abby Hepworth is an RRCA-certified running coach who has worked in fashion for over 10 years. Want to know what shoes are in this season? She's got you. Need recommendations on...