While we love our practical and sharp black handbags, lately we’ve been leaning more towards silhouettes in a rich range of colors. But it’s not just us; some of the most stylish people on our social feeds feel exactly the same—and can you blame them? The new shades populating our FYP’s are eye-catching and elegant, standing out while remaining wearable and chic.
There’s no denying that color can bring any look an instant burst of character, and the latest sweeping the handbag sector are both elegant and versatile. Whether you match parts of your outfit to a specific hue like toffee brown, or opt to make the bag its own statement—a definite possibility with frosty lemon yellow, pale pink, or a deep cranberry red—there’s no wrong way to wear them. These colors are tasteful and anything but basic, allowing them to be seamlessly mixed and matched with both vibrant and neutral pieces in your closet.
In short: consider this your sign for a handbag refresh, from sophisticated top handles to lightweight crossbody bags. Below, discover the six trending colors handbag lovers are gravitating to right now.
Pale Lemon
This cheery shade makes a refreshing statement with its frosty tint. Its lightness pops against darker hues instantly, while still providing a subtle minimalism akin to classic white, ivory, or cream tones. A contrast against deep, dark red—as seen on content creator Caroline—is a chic primary color-rooted pairing to note for the season ahead.
Cranberry
During the winter and fall months, cranberry’s a true cool-weather staple shade. Its deep red hue is dark enough to be worn from day to night without overwhelming your outfit, complete with subtle purply undertones are utterly sophisticated. Handbags in this color look especially effortless with equally cold weather-ready neutrals like espresso, mocha, and classic black.
Toffee Brown
Delectable toffee brown is sweet and simple. Deeper than tan but lighter than your everyday dark brown, this color holds its own with nods to academia and crisp fallen leaves. The shade looks especially sharp in shoulder bags with a subtle slouch—which are also on-track to trend next spring, too.
Frosty Pink
This is a surprising color we’ve spotted in the concrete jungle, but its return for winter makes perfect sense. Instantly catching the eye, frosted pink is a fresh, confectionary counterpart to the brighter reds and millennial pinks of the past. The color especially pops in all-leather outfits, which also lend the sweet shade an easygoing cool factor.
Deep Blue
It’s no secret: deep blue is a classic color that can be worn year-round. Handbags in this color can be seamlessly paired with other blue shades for additional depth, which we can totally get behind. Gold hardware and rich textures like soft suede and leather give the shade a luxe touch—especially in elegant shoulder or top handle bags.
Chocolate Brown
We love espresso and beige-hued browns, but true chocolate brown is having a major moment right now. Lighter than black but darker than beige, this subtly warm shade can be worn with ease every day. It’s a versatile hue that deserves a spot in everyone’s closets, and looks especially luxe with details like buckles and linear patterns.
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