It looks like the era of itty-bitty bags has come to an end. Micro arm candies became all the rage during the last leg of the 2010s when pieces like Jacquemus' Le Chiquito and Balenciaga's Hourglass first went viral. First and foremost accessories, these bags weren't necessarily intended to be hefty carriers.
But now that we live in a post-pandemic world, and life as we knew it has resumed, fashion girls have been yearning for a bit more practicality when it comes to their choice of totes. Exhibiting such were the 2023 runways of Loewe, Bottega Veneta, Altazurra, and Coach, where supersized silhouettes reigned supreme.
The verdict is in: When it comes to designer bags this 2024, bigger is better.
A pragmatically shaped bag need not sacrifice chicness. After all, these "ludicrously capacious totes" (to borrow Tom Wambsgans' words in Succession) were designed to simultaneously adorn one's looks and house your belongings. A bang for your buck, if we may say so ourselves.
For a curation of oversized designer bags you need to shop now, peruse our list below.
SHOP: Best Oversized Designer Bags to Invest In
1. Gucci Aphrodite
Inspired by one of the Italian maison's vintage designs, the Aphrodite surely is a beauty to marvel at. The hobo-shaped leather tote boasts of the classic double-G sigil in gold, and comes with a shoulder-length strap.
Aphrodite Shoulder Bag, $2585 (approximately P147,850.39), GUCCI, farfetch.com*
2. Loewe Squeeze
Aside from XXL bags, slouchy silhouettes are also having a moment right now. Loewe hits two birds with one stone via the Squeeze, which has an adjustable metal strap that encloses the mouth of the bag and ruches the rest of its body.
Squeeze Bag, P292,800, LOEWE, loewe.com
3. Chanel 22
Named after the year of its conception, the Chanel 22 is a drawstring bag that features the brand's signature quilted exterior and double-link straps. You can fit a pair of heels in it for a night-out after work!
Chanel 22, $5800 (approximately P331,733.96, CHANEL, chanel.com
4. Demellier The New York
London-based luxury label Demellier pays homage to the robust nature of NYC with its expandable tote. The triangular folds on each side can open up to create more space for your things. The black-croc version is just downright sexy!
The New York Bag, P49,300, DEMELLIER, demellierlondon.com
5. Polene Cyme
Another errands-ready piece is Polene's Cyme bag, which, FYI, is made of 100% recycled leather. Magnetic closures on each side ensure that your belongings are securely housed.
Cyme Bag, ¥4370 (approximately P34,467.75), POLENE, polene-paris.com
6. Burberry London Check Tote
One of the most recognizable motifs in fashion has got to be Burberry's check pattern. Rock the classic print through their sizeable tote, which is sure to be a statement piece with your office OOTDs!
London Check Bag Tote, P109,867, BURBERRY, zalora.com.ph
7. Jacquemus Le Grand Baci
There's a laundry list of things one must bring on a tropical vacation. Stow away your sunscreen, beach blanket, umbrella, and a whole lot more in Jacquemus' Le Grand Baci. It's impossible to underpack with a bag like this!
Le Grand Baci Bag, resells for $1030 (approximately P58,911.37), JACQUEMUS, garmentory.com*
8. Prada Raffia Tote
For a carry-all that can transition from the sand to the streets, cop Prada's supersized Raffia Tote. You can rest assured that none of your things will slip through the tightly woven fibers.
Raffia Tote Bag, $2300 (approximately P131,549.65), PRADA, saksfifthavenue.com
9. Bottega Veneta Jodie
Bottega Veneta's Jodie enamored celebs everywhere with its handheld iteration, but as of late, the oversized version has also been getting just as much love. Believe it or not, this popular iteration is just the medium size!
Jodie, $4400 (approximately P251,660.20), BOTTEGA VENETA, bottegaveneta.com
10. Saint Laurent Jamie "Carre Rive Gauche"
While Saint Laurent's Icare tote is arguably the most popular offering from the label, its Jamie bag is also worth the investment. The quintessential flight carry-on, we say!
Jamie "Carre Rive Gauche" Shoulder Bag, $4400 (approximately P251,660.20), SAINT LAURENT, saksfifthavenue.com
With your capacious tote in hand, pick up cues on how to style them from the local celebrities we enumerated ahead.
How to Style Oversized Designer Bags, As Seen on Celebs
1. Heart Evangelista
The global style star is among the many fans of Bottega Veneta's Jodie. She reached for a roomy white version to team with her laid-back dress and jacket combo.
2. Kylie Verzosa
Kylie also prefers her Jodie to be on the larger side. Her classic black one adds a subtle touch of luxury to her all-neutral casual OOTD.
3. Kathryn Bernardo
The box-office star is a frequent flyer, so she needs a carrier that can stylishly store all of her essentials. Kath's pick is fuzzy shearling iteration of Saint Laurent's Jamie.
4. Sarah Lahbati
Off to a beachside affair, Sarah was chicly dressed in a beige floral frock, gold jewelry, and—how could we possibly miss it—her Baci bag from Jacquemus.
5. Anne Curtis and Bryanboy
For a short but sweet meet-up in London, the stylish duo twinned in tweed jackets and their choice of shoulder bags. While Bryan slung on a Loewe Squeeze, Anne went for a Chanel 22.
6. Maris Racal
Clad in a comfy, navy blue sweater and jeans, Maris Racal complements the cool tone palette with a capacious Gucci Jackie featuring the house's iconic GG monogram emblazoned all over.
7. Liza Soberano
While out and about in LA, Liza Soberano matches her achromatic OOTD with the black Aphrodite bag from Gucci.
8. Pia Wurtzbach
Queen P goes for a relaxed power dressing moment for her off-duty 'fit. Dressed in an olive tan blazer and a dark brown maxi skirt, she pulls the look together with a practical carrier: the Chanel 22.
9. Julia Barretto
While navgating the streets of Japan, Julia Barretto's travel bag of choice is the Loewe Squeeze bag in aluscious burgundy hue.
10. Kelsey Merritt
Kelsey Merritt elevates her all-black beach 'fit with Demellier's The New York Bag in the striped black-and-white version. Tres chic!
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