Red is a color that conjures up a variety of emotions. It's fiery, passionate romance and no-holds-barred fury all in one hue. It was also a prominent sighting on the recent runway presentations of Hermès, Sandy Liang, Proenza Schouler, and other high-end labels. As 2023 winded down, the flamboyant cotton-candy pinks that once dominated our lookbooks made way for bold crimsons and scarlets.
As the remnants of last year's Fall/Winter season trickles into 2024, red proves to be the it-color to infuse into wardrobes. Donning the hue from head-to-toe might sound a bit intimidating, so a palatable way of incorporating it into your looks is through your choice of tote. Luckily, there's a myriad of designer bags to readily choose from. Paint the town red with our selection below!
10 of the Best Red Designer Bags to Shop
1. Gucci Mini Heart Bag
Cliché as it may be, but the color of love (or, you know, of your heart) is a vivid shade of red. That's why we're swooning over Gucci's double leather pouch, which has their iconic gold sigil situated right in the center.
Interlocking G Mini Heart Shoulder Bag, €1690 (approximately P103,650.40), GUCCI, gucci.com
2. Coperni Heart Tote Bag
Literally wear your heart on your sleeve with Coperni's flimsy patent leather tote bag. Don't fret though, because it's way more durable than you think!
Mini Heart Tote Bag, $420 (approximately P23,566.20), COPERNI, coperniparis.com
3. Coperni Swipe Bag
For something a little less on the nose, Coperni also offers its signature Swipe bag, an oval-shaped carrier that perfectly hangs on your shoulder.
Mini Swipe Bag, $590 (approximatley P33,104.90), COPERNI, coperniparis.com
4. Prada Patent Leather Bag
If you find the sheen of patent leather to be downright sexy, then you're going to be obsessed with this offering from Prada. The arm candy comes in an endearing petite shape and a rich cherry-like hue.
Patent Leather Shoulder Bag, €2400 (approximately P146,758.86), PRADA, prada.com
5. Jacquemus Le Grand Bambino
While Jacquemus' Le Chiquito is undeniably its most recognizable original, the Le Grand Bambino is just as charming with its sleek, vertical silhouette.
Le Grand Bambino Le Chou Chou, $1025 (approximately P57,237.02), JACQUEMUS, jacquemus.com
6. Bottega Veneta Sardine Bag
There's nothing fishy about this bag. Crafted using the brand's signature intrecciato weaving method, the Sardine is distinguished by its metallic handle shaped just like its namesake creature.
Mini Leather Sardine Crossbody Bag, resells for $2870 (approximately P161,035.70), BOTTEGA VENETA, harrods.com
7. Fendi By The Way Bag
By the way, this Fendi number belongs to your shopping wishlist! It comes in a familiar, compact shape, and proudly has the Italian house's name emblazoned up-front.
By The Way Mini, £1450 (approximately P103,451.58), FENDI, fendi.com
8. Gucci Horsebit Chain Bag
Gucci brought this classic model back from the 1970s, giving it a more contemporary redux. Seeing it in this devilish red colorway is a sight for sore eyes!
Horsebit Chain Medium Shoulder Bag, $3890 (approximately P218,262.07), GUCCI, gucci.com
9. Ferragamo Hug Bag
Why hold your bags when you can hug them? Ferragamo introduces an all-around carry-all that adorably folds on itself when clasped shut. Too cute for words!
Hug Handbag, $2900 (approximately P162,714.65), FERRAGAMO, ferragamo.com
10. Hermès Kelly Sellier 25
Undeniably one of the most sought-after bags in the world, the Hermès Kelly becomes an even hotter item when rendered in red croc-skin leather. Brace yourself for that price tag, though!
Kelly Sellier 25 in Shiny Porusus Crocodile, resells for $100,000 (approximately P5,610,850), HERMÈS, madisonavenuecouture.com
You can treat your designer bag as the introductory dosage of red your looks need. The vibrant tone can make for some visually interesting color-blocking, after all. It perfectly accents solid-toned neutrals, plus it also plays well with prints in the same degree of saturation. Want to see how it's done? Check out the celebrity-approved OOTDs we listed ahead.
How Local Celebrities Are Styling Their Red Designer Bags
1. Heart Evangelista
It's to be expected that Miss Love Marie herself has a heart-shaped piece in her vast array of bags. She teamed her Gucci number with knit sweater vest and black platform heels.
2. Pia Wurtzbach
Pia definitely knows how to model this spicy Horsebit Chain. She clutched the arm candy with a little black dress and her killer smize.
3. Lorin Gutierrez
Similarly, Lorin wore her mini croc-skin Kelly with a simple yet sultry white frock. Now that's what we call a pop of color!
4. Issa Pressman
As Issa demonstrates, mixing prints and eye-catching colors in one outfit is not an impossible task. She rocked a floral blazer and chunky Prada loafers with her petite Fendi By The Way.
5. Chi Gibbs
Color-blocking is a fun and easy way to take your looks to the next level. Take it from this 'fit of Chi's, where she offsets her sky blue sheer top with bright red shades and Swipe bag.
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