Brown (and Burgundy) But Never Boring
A black bag always works, but this fall, try warm brown tones instead. Think chocolate, mahogany, burnt sienna, caramel, and sepia. These rich shades are trending now. You’ll see patchwork styles at Fendi and Burberry, sleek leather at Abra and Hermès, and gold accents at Lanvin.
It’s a Cinch
Corset-style belts made a bold statement this season. However, some designers took a more artistic route. At Kiko Kostadinov, Laura and Deanna Fanning added Memphis-inspired flair. Meanwhile, at Dries Van Noten, Julian Klausner used mixed textures to create a pottery-like effect.
Chain Reaction
Think of it as an accessory for your bag. Chain-draped bags are the next big trend—more grown-up than stuffed animals or trinkets. For a classic chain look, Chanel is always a go-to. But this season, many designers got creative. At Chloé, Chemena Kamali mixed chains and charms with a retro twist. Meanwhile, Tory Burch gave off ’90s vibes, like ear-to-nose chain jewelry. Even Thom Browne’s Hector joined in—and looked fabulous doing it.
