6 Summer Bag Trends You'll See Everywhere in 2026

I saw my first raffia bag of the year in the woods this weekend (no, I’m not on vacation), and it prompted me that there’s no better time than now to try and discuss the bag trends of summer 2026. I’m an accessory obsessive, and for me, these are the pieces that make our outfits complete, perfect, and unique to who we are.

Yes, those foundational pieces of our summer capsule wardrobes are important, but accessories like shoes and handbags provide an undeniable communication of personality. This is undoubtedly true for summer, when clothes feel lighter and can be simpler, so you can leave it in your handbag to take from one outfit to another. Look.

Trending bags capable of doing this are becoming increasingly evident this season. As much as I love the serious, moody bags of autumn and winter, I have a soft spot for the playfulness and liveliness that many summer handbags bring. This doesn’t mean they can’t be serious, or appropriate for good occasions. But brands and designers have a tendency to present summer handbags in attractive colors, interesting materials and unique shapes. They often feel as sunny as the weather itself.