One of the most widely discussed (and also largely broken) rules in fashion is the “no white after Labor Day” rule. The idea of retiring your whites for the winter has become almost obsolete these days, but there are still some traditionalists that store away their white bags and clothes for the colder months. Others, myself included, may fall somewhere in the middle, wearing white sparingly in the winter and more in the summer. Regardless of where you fall on the white-wearing spectrum, the selection of white clothing, and bags specifically, increases dramatically when designers release their warm weather collections.
Whether an off white or a bright white, bags in the beloved neutral tone are incredibly easy to throw on and wear, matching almost any summer outfit. Conversely, a white bag is incredibly difficult to care for, and one has to be mindful of color-transfer, stains, dirt and everything in between. For that reason, many bag lovers shy away from the cloud-colored hue, opting for nudes or blush tones instead. While I understand the sentiment behind choosing not to invest in a white bag, I still love them. Bags are meant to be adored and used, and though a white bag requires more attention and care than virtually any other color, if it makes you feel good then I say go for it. Personally, I own 3 white bags already—two premium designer and one contemporary, but I wouldn’t hesitate to purchase another should it catch my eye. Are you part of the love it crew? Check out this summer’s selection of white beauties below!
Susan Alexandra Pearl Top Handle ($275)
Frame Les Seconds Tote ($296)
Coach Willis Top Handle 18 ($350)
STAUD Bissett Bag ($375)
Saint Laurent Mini Loulou Puffer Crossbody ($1,450)
Balenciaga Lizard Embossed Calfskin Shoulder Bag ($1,750)
Prada Mini Galleria Satchel ($2,050)
Bottega Veneta Large Intrecciato Leather Tote Bag ($2,250)
Gucci 1955 Horsebit Bag ($2,490)
Fendi Medium Glacier Top Handle Leather Tote ($2,890)
That Gucci bag is to die for. And thank you for the prices ranges in this post, something for everyone.
I bought a white saffiano tote from MG years ago. I rarely use it. It is a beautiful bright white. Got it from Barney’s, maybe I should keep it. lol Funny how these bags go from $275 to $2890
I own a couple of white bags and wear them year-round (Texas). I don’t worry about the, I just enjoy it.
Love them in theory, but it is hard to suffer the dark-wash denim consequences with white bags 🙁
White bags can certainly come in handy. I have one, but it is the least expensive bag I own. I wouldn’t go high end with white. Too risky!
Summer is canceled so the only place we can wear our summer whites is to the living room : /
White bags are for people who don’t take public transportation in the summer – or ever.
It can be done… it’s just a bit of a pain in the butt.
Ha! I think I’ve taken my white bags on the subway before.
I miss a white Loewe ballon bag.
Love that white Prada, but yea not for me. I can’t get through a dinner without messing up my shirt, a white bag is just asking for something around me.
PurseBlog, please do a piece on how to clean white bags.
I bought my mother a perfect condition cream Gaucho and she’s turned it a Beigish yellow. All from wearing it throughout the entire year… that’s why I don’t wear my white bags year round
Yes!
Just bought a vintage Celine boogie bag in white and also have the crocodile Celine bb in cream.
Very very luxe.