In New York City, it’s not enough for a bag to be stylish. A bag is a lifeline. It’s what keeps your keys and wallet safe on the subway. It’s what holds your laptop or Kindle on the way to work, or how to dress up a casual outfit for a date night. It’s evident on the Fashion Week runways: Elegant bags are just around the corner in 2024, and residents of Manhattan, Queens and beyond are finding ways to make the most of this trend.
Although elegance comes in many forms, you can view the following It bags the same way you would a pair of kitten heels. Practical, structural and yet refined. Textures such as smooth calfskin and woven rattan are timeless yet modern, while colors can range from quiet luxurious neutrals to rich shades that add a striking element to a simple jeans-and-T-shirt ensemble. The 2024 lineup still features some familiar shapes from previous seasons, like a crescent moon silhouette or the classic bucket, but subtle details like elongated straps or a structured square body feel like a natural progression from what you’ve seen before. On the streets of SoHo as well as on the Upper East Side, you can expect stylish people carrying these bags in their hands, tucking them under their shoulders or wearing them crossbody. Shop favorite affordable styles that still look expensive when you wear them out of the house.
An elegant bag with a vintage touch.
wxya
Joy shoulder bag made of artificial leather
White goes well with everything.
A bag that looks so elegant.
A woven bag is perfect for summer.
Coach
Eve gloved leather hobo bag
Your everyday shoulder bag.
Muññ
Sophia basket bag with canvas finish
A woven bag is a perfect choice for holidays.
Reform
Small Vittoria bag
A bow adds a delicate touch.
Mango
Rectangular bag with flap
Keep this bag in your hand or throw it over your shoulder when you’re on the go.
Inès Bressand
No. 35 Basket bag with leather upholstery
Not your average everyday bag.
Demellier
Tokyo small leather shoulder bag
Wear this sleek style to the office.
Dragon Spread
Egola basket bag made of woven leather
This woven bag is a necessity.
Outside
Small Ana espresso bag
The structured bag from Luar is the ultimate It bag.
A bucket bag that is effortlessly elegant.
Tory Burch
Small Robinson Pebble leather tote bag
Long straps are modern and trendy.
The contrasting textures make this bag stand out.
Filip Lim
Id soft shoulder bag
A bag that is so elegant for every day.
A sleek tote bag that is suitable for all occasions.
Ladyish with a fun twist.
An equestrian-inspired silhouette for the horse girl.
Hyer goods
Mini shoulder bag
A small bag for nights out on the town.
Furla
Small shoulder bag with floral jacquard from 1927
A floral print provides a unique option.
APC
Ninon small drawstring bag
A mini bag that will make your outfit stand out.
Jil Sander
Cannoli small bag
Leave it to Jil Sander to give elegant a modern touch.
Demellier
Midi New York bag
Prada
Vintage black convertible handbag
Two words: vintage Prada.
Marni
Prisma Ew bag with top handle
The puffy look gives this top handle bag a modern twist.
Ferragamo
Cuddly soft two-tone bag
This bag is already making the rounds in elite circles.
