If you're in the market for a new fall bag, know this: it should probably be big enough to carry a cable-knit sweater, a cozy plaid blanket, and a container of your favorite pumpkin-spice treats.
The Coach Brooklyn bag and Chloé Paddington purses that reigned supreme in recent years will no longer cut it.
Cool girls want bags that are bigger, slouchier, and look more lived-in than the trendy pieces of years past.
Designers like Bottega Veneta showcased massive totes on fall runways, and retailers like Free People have recently introduced classic purses in larger sizes in their stores.
Fashion fans and stylists have also raved about larger-than-life bags on social media, saying styles continue to grow in size and become more coveted as fall approaches.
Here are some options to consider, from luxury bags to mid-range designer purses.
The Row has a large leather option that will appeal to fans of the Coach Brooklyn bag.
Whereas the famed Coach purse measures 11 inches tall and 11 inches wide, The Row's $3,900 Jean Shoulder Bag is nearly three inches longer and taller — and that's before you consider the strap.
It's also less structured with a slouchy design, and it's made from calfskin leather that naturally looks gently used.
If you prefer suede, Bottega Veneta has got you covered.
Most fashion fans are familiar with the brand's signature woven designs with knotted handles, typically found in shiny leather.
Now, the luxury label is supersizing that style. The $5,100 Jodie bag is large enough to be worn over the shoulder, measuring almost 19 inches long.
Its gray-toned color, called cloudy indigo, is also the perfect neutral for fall.
Burberry has the ideal tote for anyone who wants something they can start carrying in late summer.
Raffia totes are typically reserved for summer beach bags, while checked-patterned totes are often associated with fall.
That makes the $1,395 large Margate bag from Burberry the ideal transition piece.
It has a sand-colored base decorated with Burberry's signature print in tan, red, and black. Together, its size and details make the bag perfect to wear between August and September.
For an athletic look, consider a colorful nylon bag.
Free People Movement's cinched tote bag is more vibrant than others on the market, available in six colors, and is more affordable at $78.
It also has an abundance of pockets to carry everything you might need throughout autumn.
Oversized bags can be intimidating. Songmont has a solution.
The Chinese fashion brand has become a cult-favorite online thanks to its Gather bags, which are sold in small and medium sizes.
The latter retails for $599, and is the perfect option for people who want to dip their toes into the slouchy bag trend without going all in.
It's big, but not so massive that it's overwhelming.
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Amanda Krause is a Senior Reporter at Business Insider covering a variety of lifestyle topics.Her work at BI includes profiles of beauty moguls, analyses of celebrity fashion, reviews of trending products, expert interviews across topics, features about booming small businesses and lucrative side hustles, and live coverage of award shows, pageants, and other events. Amanda has also widely covered Disney brands and theme parks, writing everything from slideshows about her experiences on Disney cruises to breaking-news stories focused on major changes and layoffs within the company. She previously appeared on CBS in 2024 to discuss the Met Gala and won an Anthem Award in 2023 for her work on Business Insider's package "Better Me."Amanda graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a degree in Communications and Journalism, and has more than seven years of experience in the lifestyle space.You can email her at [email protected].ExpertiseFashion, celebrity style, beauty, lifestyle trends, and Disney theme parks.Popular ArticlesI spent under $200 a night to stay at Disney World's cheapest resort. My tiny room was worth the convenience.A woman spent $2 on a necklace that resembled a Tide Pod. It turned out to be a one-of-a-kind art piece worth $3,000.Bobbi Brown is still living a life of luxury and lipstick — and it's all on her own termsA Kansas City store owner thought someone made a fraudulent order on his website. It was actually a legit purchase from Taylor Swift.Beyoncé's mom promised Ty Hunter 20 years ago that she would get him out of his retail job. Now he's styling the biggest stars in Hollywood.I've tested every product in Selena Gomez's makeup line, and almost every item is worth buying
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