What better way to change up your daily wardrobe with an accessory so simple yet statement-making as a handbag? With the warmer seasons in full swing, we dig into the HBX catalog to discover some of the biggest handbag trends this year, showcased in a series of androgynous outfits featuring mesh tanks, skirts, cropped tops, baggy pants and more.
In our latest style guide, we're spotlighting seasonal options such as woven knit shoppers, as well as staple investment pieces from fan-favorites like Maison Margiela and Lemaire. Continue scrolling to see the hottest handbag trends of 2023 so far, and how we style each look. You can shop all products on HBX now.
Summer Shopper
Now is the time to play around with textures, colors and patterns. For the warmer seasons, incorporate hints of summer into your wardrobe with woven knit and crocheted details as found on JW Anderson's Knitted Shopper Tote Bag. It's okay if you aren't used to styling colored items — the trick is as simple as using the handbag as a statement piece to contrast an all-black fit.
Here, we pair the Knitted Shopper Tote Bag with Heliot Emil's Harness Top and GmbH's LATA SS23 Pleather Trousers, accessorizing the look with rectangular shades from Gentle Monster.
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Small and Simple
Despite the fact that you practically can't really fit all of your everyday belongings, mini and micro-sized bags are very much still in season. Complete with a top handle, the Maison Margiela 5AC Micro can be carried by the hand or worn as a crossbody accessory, allowing for a variety of styling options.
This pale blue handbag complements Blumarine's mesh logo tank top with loose-fitted trousers by South Korean label KUSIKOHC. Complete the look with TEVA's utility-focused sandals and accessories such as Gentle Monster's tinted glasses, Justine Clenquet's pearl choker and In Gold We Trust's bracelet.
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Dystopia Core
2022's dystopia-inspired fashion continues as one of the key "-core" trends in streetwear. Hyein Seo is one of the brands heavily embodying this aesthetic, as seen on its Fringed Leather Bag adorned with beading details on the foldover flap along with hardware attached to the shoulder strap.
We're styling this accessory with a distressed knit sweater from Ottolinger with white pants by Hyein Seo. Merrell's Hydro Moc adds a utilitarian finish to the outfit alongside KUSIKOHC's bucket hat.
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Classic Croissant
Crescent or croissant-shaped crossbody bags are not only practical, but also allow for versatile styling. A simple casual look featuring a white T-shirt and jeans can be elevated with Lemaire's signature Croissant bag, while the accessory can also be worn with a dress.
Achieve this effortless street-ready outfit with Hyein Seo's buttoned shirt and Acne Studios' draped skirt, complete with Our Legacy's chain necklace and the 11 By Boris Bidjan Saberi x Salomon Bamba 5.