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The 13 Most Coveted Under-$500 Designer Bags for Spring 2026

The Hollywood Reporter·Katie Ann Lehman·6 months ago
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As temperatures rise, handbags take a lighter, more effortless turn, with an emphasis on ease, texture and a sense of movement. Airy materials like raffia, canvas and woven leather step into focus, bringing a tactile, vacation-ready feel to everyday silhouettes. The palette follows suit, shifting to sun-washed neutrals, soft pastels and bright, mood-lifting hues — think butter yellow, Kelly green and crisp white.

Silhouettes relax without losing intention. East-west shoulder bags, roomy totes and soft, slouchy carryalls define the season, while refined top-handle styles offer a more polished counterpoint. There’s also a noticeable push and pull between mini and oversized proportions, with barely-there bags and generous carryalls coexisting in a way that feels both practical and directional.

Details stay considered but unfussy.…

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