5 Unexpected Handbag Trends That Flew Under The Radar This Fashion Month

It’s fair to say that fashion month really did deliver this year, and I’m not just talking about the runway shows. The street style alone has provided us with a wealth of inspiration, from the Scandi cool of Copenhagen to the polished tailoring of Paris; and now the dust has settled and everyone has resumed regular programming, we can look back and assess what we learnt over the last five weeks. So, what were the key trends to arise I hear you ask? Well, it turns out that some of trends to really cause a stir this season were the more unexpected clothing, shoes and accessories we saw whilst pounding the pavement.

There are small batch of new trends that the fashion folk are picking up on, and this includes their handbags. Oversized fits, powder pinks and polka dots aren’t to be left to ready-to-wear alone. The fash-pack know that a handbag is the cherry on top of an outfit, and the perfect one can make a good outfit even greater.

After scouring the streets for the best in handbag trends from fashion month, my meticulous editor’s eye has whittled it down to five trends that may have flown under the radar, but are most definitely deserving of some fan-fare. So, keep scrolling down to see my edit of the most unexpected handbag trends to emerge in 2025, and where you can shop them now.

5 EMERGING HANDBAG TRENDS FROM FASHION MONTH 2025

1. POWDER PINK

Style Notes: We called it back in January. Powder pink is most definitely having a *moment*. A muted take on the bolder Barbie hues of yesteryear, powder pink gives us a soft landing into spring, nodding to the pastel tones and lighter shades we know and love to adopt when a little bit of sun comes around. Designers are subverting the sugary-sweet shade, with cool and contemporary shapes bringing the rosy hue right into the now.

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SHOP POWDER PINK BAGS:

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ACNE STUDIOS

Bow-Detailed Ruched Leather Shoulder Bag

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Miu Miu

Arcadie Matelassé Nappa Leather Bag

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Gucci

Gucci Jackie Small Patent Leather Shoulder Bag

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Bottega Veneta

Women’s Small Pinacoteca in Rose/barolo

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Prada

Medium Prada Galleria Saffiano Leather Bag

2. BIG STUDS

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Style Notes: Studded bags are slowly but surely on the rise and have already been spotted on It-girls in the know, such as Laura Harrier, Sofia Richie Grainge and Charli xcx. This trend is due to hit the streets in a big way this season, and will no doubt be coming to a shoulder near you. Minimalist brands Khaite and Alaïa may have been the the original masterminds behind this movement, but you shop them now from plenty of designer brands before they go truly meteoric.

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SHOP STUDDED BAGS:

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Alaïa

Le Teckel Small Studded Suede Shoulder Bag

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Elena Medium Stud-Embellished Pebbled-Leather Shoulder Bag

KHAITE

Elena Medium Stud-Embellished Pebbled-Leather Shoulder Bag

Osmium Leather Shoulder Bag

JADED LONDON

Osmium Leather Shoulder Bag

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3. XXL BAGS

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Style Notes: When it comes to getting around the city, taking your look from day to night, running errands, and maybe squeezing in a lunchtime gym class, only a *big* bag will do. Good job that a handbag that can fit the kitchen sink can be equally as chic as a tiny little shoulder bag. XXL bags are also a power move, telling people that the wearer has places to be and needs stuff. Take up space and pack a punch with my edit of sizeable options.

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SHOP XXL BAGS:

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Bottega Veneta

Andiamo Intrecciato Large Leather Tote Bag

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YSL

Women’s Icare in Quilted Lambskin in Black

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Loewe

Xl Flamenco Clutch in Nappa Calfskin

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Lemaire

Suede Shoulder Bag

4. POLKA DOTS

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Style Notes: The polka-dot renaissance is officially happening, and after making it’s mark on pretty day-dresses, silk skirts and chiffon blouses, we’ve now spotted the timeless pattern move into the handbag arena. What makes this trend extra fun is mixing and matching it with your outfit. The women of fashion week doubled down by wearing polka-dot boots, mini-dresses and jackets, sometimes in reverse colour ways alongside their bags. This monochromatic effect makes for a super eye-catching look, and will sure to make passers-by double take.