“New year, new you” is a popular mantra at this point in the calendar, but if you’ll allow us to be so bold: it’s BS. Not only is trying to change your fundamental self a setup for failure, but you’re probably fine how you are. One thing you can change to make your life a little more stylish and organized, though, is your bag, and it won’t even require any adult education classes or kale smoothies to do it.
Seasonal statement bags are all fun and good, but when it comes to something you can carry every day in normal life, most shoppers defer to bags that are a bit more discreet, and often that means a bag in a neutral color and with minimal embellishment. Season changes are a great opportunity to look for a bag that’s might be floating a bit under the radar because new arrivals are plentiful, so we picked 20 subtle beauties to get your accessories reboot started in the right way. “New year, new bag” has a bit of a ring to it, right?
Alexander Wang Mini Lia Saddle Bag
$725 via Nordstrom
Chloé Mily Shoulder Bag
$1,950 via Net-a-Porter
Coach Rogue Satchel
$850 via Coach
Creatures of Comfort Apple Bag
$380 via Nordstrom
Derek Lam 10 Crosby Houston Mini Bag
$550 via Bergdorf Goodman
Diane von Furstenberg Moon Shoulder Bag
$350 via Net-a-Porter
Elizabeth and James Eloise Mini Satchel
$395 via Net-a-Porter
Gucci Nymphea Bag
$2,390 via Net-a-Porter
Karl Lagerfeld K/Slouchy Tote
$365 via Net-a-Porter
Kate Spade Healy Lane Lawrie Shoulder Bag
$378 via Nordstrom
Maison Margiela Shoulder Bag
$1,495 via farfetch.com
Marc Jacobs Small Kitty Shoulder Bag
$797 via farfetch.com
Max Mara Venice Twist Tote
$1,490 via Nordstrom
Miu Miu Madras Crossbody Bag
$1,660 via Nordstrom
Mulberry Camden Shoulder Bag
$995 via Nordstrom
Prada City Calf Tote
$1,970 via Neiman Marcus
Proenza Schouler Mini Hex Bucket Bag
$990 via Proenza Schouler
Valextra Twist Crossbody Bag
$1,980 via Bergdorf Goodman
Victoria Beckham Swing Shoulder Bag
$1,950 via Net-a-Porter
Vince Camuto Taja Tote
$248 via Nordstrom
The Gucci Nymphea looks gorgeous, and love the comeback of the bamboo handles.
Victoria Beckham’s bags are always so gorgeous.
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