Carry the Rainbow: the Best Colourful Bags for Summer
From cherry-red to zesty lemon, discover the bag trends bound to boost your serotonin levels
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Carry the Rainbow: the Best Colourful Bags for Summer
From cherry-red to zesty lemon, discover the bag trends bound to boost your serotonin levels
By: Madeleine KillickImage: Shot by Dennis McInally
Summer is here, and as the celsius continues to rise, there’s no better time to refresh your warm weather staples. Before you stock up on sundresses and SPF, get your hands on a colourful bag to accompany you on those sunny days. Whether it’s a clutch the colour of golden sand, or a mini mint shoulder bag, read on to discover a kaleidoscope of colourful bags to carry you through the summer.
Lemon Fever
Liberty Iphis Yellow Little Marlborough Tote Bag, £450
Zingy, bright and joyful: yellow is the ultimate summer shade. A colour favoured for its dopamine-inducing qualities, a yellow bag is the easiest way to infuse your accessories edit with a punchy pop of colour. Embroidered with zesty, sunshine-yellow lemons, Liberty’s Iphis Yellow Little Marlborough Tote Bag, £450 is set to become a beachwear staple with its spacious interior.
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Beige Is The New Black
LOEWE Puzzle Edge Mini Bicolour Shoulder Bag, £2,000
It may not scream ‘summer’, but beige is a lighter and bright alternative to black. From biscuit to camel, cream and tan, these neutral tones are anything but bland. Choose an asymmetric silhouette or unusual detailing to elevate an everyday outfit. With its two-tone palette and innovative folding design, Loewe’s Puzzle Edge Mini Bicolour Shoulder Bag, £2,000 is the eye-catching arm-candy you’ll want to wear all summer - and beyond.
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Loewe x Paula's Ibiza Slit Mini Tote Bag, £895
Whether you prefer pastel, olive or chartreuse, green has been a big colour in 2024 with vibrant verdant shades sprouting through this season’s collections. Made to be matched with monochrome or muted tones, the Loewe x Paula's Ibiza Slit Mini Tote Bag, £895 offers just enough space for all your handbag essentials, and is comfortable to wear with its adjustable shoulder strap.
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Liberty Iphis Petite Valise Cross-Body Bag, £450
The subtlest hint of scarlet, ruby or crimson can transform an otherwise simple outfit. Perfect paired with black, or worn with contrasting shades of green or pink, red can adapt accordingly to the minimalist or maximalist dresser. Small but mighty, Liberty’s Iphis Petite Valise, £450 is an ideal option for those who don’t want to commit to head-to-toe red. Its top-handle makes it ideal for evening strolls or dinner plans.
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Isabel Marant Oskan Moon Leopard Shoulder Bag, £895
Fierce and forever stylish, the roaring resurgence for all-things leopard proves it’s more than just a trend - it’s a timeless staple. Isabel Marant’s Oskan Moon Shoulder Bag, £895 purrs with sophistication. Crafted from smooth, short-pile leather, its sleek half-moon silhouette makes it the perfect piece to scoop under your arm.
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