Our 2026 It-Bag Predictions Are Full of Loud Takes on Practical Silhouettes
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Key Takeaways
- As 2026 begins, it’s time to think about how you want your style to shift for the new year—and an ahead-of-the-trend handbag is the perfect place to start.
- Artsy beading, Chloé Paddington-inspired bohemian silhouettes, and elevated drawstring bags are just a few of the forward-thinking designs sure to make you stand out from the crowd.
Just like that, it’s almost 2026–and as always, a new year calls for a clean slate. You probably already have a few resolutions lined up—better organization, a wellness regimen, calling your mom every day—but have you given any thought to how you want to dress in the new year? If not, you’ve come to the right place. We’re already looking ahead, foretelling which trends will lead the pack—especially when it comes to handbags.
We’ve kept our finger on the pulse to predict the carryalls we believe will carry over (pun not intended) into the new year, and the styles we’ve found balance practicality with modern edge. Below, check out seven it-bags set to take over in 2026, complete with product picks.
