6 Fall Handbag Trends to Carry Through 2020

Nothing against classic handbags, but trendy styles are so much more fun to carry. They make any outfit feel of-the-moment and are the perfect way to test-drive a fresh look—without committing to a whole new wardrobe. Case in point: These six easy-to-love and au courant handbags that come in all shapes and sizes.

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1. Croc-Effect

There’s just something about croc-embossed leather that makes a handbag look a million times more luxe—even if you’re wearing it with worn-in jeans and a nubby sweater.

Get the look: Mango ($60); Steve Madden ($82); 3.1 Phillip Lim ($450)

2. Circular

Kendall Jenner was spotted rocking Staud’s Moon Shoulder Bag during fashion week, and it’s quickly become the handbag for fall (and beyond). Why? It has all the convenience (and most of the storage space) of a tote with the carefree style of a hobo bag.

Get the look: Anthropologie ($88); Loeffler Randall ($296); Staud ($325); By Far ($715)

3. Retro Lady Bag

This trend is throwing it back to the boxy, feminine shapes of the 1940s, when structured styles were all the rage. Keep things retro by holding yours via the top handle or modernize it for your multitasking life with a crossbody strap.

Get the look: Topshop ($40); Tory Burch ($498); Benedetta Bruzziches ($660)

4. Double Trouble

When everyone at fashion week showed up with the new Louis Vuitton Multi-Pochette, our type A personality was delighted. A separate compartment for everything, all in a few compact pouches? Yup, that’s just the kind of organization we need.

Get the look: Staud ($295); Staud ($395); Ratio et Motus ($1,495)

5. Oversize Tote

Yes, last season’s itty-bitty bags were cute, but they didn’t even have enough room to fit an iPhone. This fall, it’s all about giant Mary Poppins-esque totes that hold your laptop and your workout clothes, in addition to the requisite phone, keys, wallet and lipstick.

Get the look: Beis ($128); Madewell ($198); See by Chloe ($221)

6. Zippered Pail

The successor to the bucket bag, this new, more structured take resembles a beach pail, letting summer live to see another season. Bonus: The top zipper means the contents of your purse won’t be at risk of spilling out in public.

Get the look: Urban Originals ($98); Staud ($261);  Staud ($325)

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