10 New Striking Leather Bags for Autumn
Falling into new styles.
It is said that September is the Monday of the year. With the anticipation of a busy fall, many tuck away the straw, raffia, and small-sized purses and opt for larger leather bags and totes for practicality. Here, we have listed our picks for the 2024 autumn season that offer eye-catching designs, charming accessories, and versatility.
The Prada Buckle
A belt isn’t just for trousers, as Prada presented in its spring/summer 2024 collection, showcasing the new version of the large, refined tote with a belt wrapped around the top. Through the hand-sewn belt loops, the accessory on the accessory can be alternated, offering a fresh take on customization. Made of calfskin and lined with nappa leather, the signature Prada Milano logo is in a pure gold finish on the various sizes and shades.
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Fendi Peekaboo Soft
Fendi reintroduced the Peekaboo IseeU in its recent autumn/winter show, as a reimagined version of the signature calf leather handbag in a softer texture, with smooth edges and an adjustable handle to wear as a shoulder bag or carry as a handbag. For the Soft, Fendi aimed for a lightweight look and feel, covering the signature metal bar in leather and drawing from natural, earthy colours for the tones. Other options of the bag from the Italian maison present mink fur, crocodile nabuk leather, and croco kashmir. All are available in medium and large sizes, but the standout from the collection is the printed version on Cuoio Romano leather, a rendition of the Testa colossale di divinità statue from the Galleria Borghese in Rome.
The Fendi Peekaboo Soft is available in select boutiques as of September 17.
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Large Dior Toujours Bag
The French fashion house has expanded its sophisticated and feminine designs into a bigger bag, ideal for the busy work week or for a weekend getaway. This bag features macrocannage stitching on the calfskin leather, a removable matching pouch inside, and gold charms spelling out D-I-O-R.
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Louis Vuitton Slouchy PM Bag
A new version of Louis Vuitton’s coated canvas bag, the Slouchy PM spotlights the signature LV monogram pattern adorned with gold hardware and presents a new feature: a padlock name tag. Ideal for those with an anticipated busy autumn schedule, the Louis Vuitton Slouchy PM bag was designed with the transition from the work week to the weekend in mind. The wide strap adds to the functionality: this piece can be worn on the shoulder or as a handbag.
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Ferragamo Hug Bag
A testament to the craftsmanship of the Italian design house, the making of the Hug bag requires a series of meticulous steps from the artisans, from ensuring the use of high-quality durable leather to precise construction to hand-braiding the handles, strengthening the bag’s hold and adding a unique touch. The name and design were drawn from the gesture that is common in Italian culture. Two golden Gancio buckles envelope the sides of the bag as the closures, and on the bottom, metal studs protect the base when the bag is set down.
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Gucci Medium Top Handle bag
This new version of a Gucci bag (that can be worn as a shoulder bag or crossbody) in Rosso Ancora leather spotlights what seems to be new emblematic symbols on a coveted crimson-red colour.
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Loewe Medium Squeeze Leather Shoulder Bag
Aside from the exaggerated shapes, objects in place of heels, and pixelated clothing, Jonathan Anderson’s creative vision for the nearly 200-year-old Spanish brand upholds the craftsmanship and expertise in leather goods emphasized in its inception. Competing with the Puzzle bag for the brand’s best bag design, this nappa lambskin leather bag is a strong contender. Featuring a distinctive top handle and a zipper pocket inside, this versatile piece can be styled as a shoulder bag, crossbody, or handbag. In addition, the medium-sized bag has a Pebble charm embossed with Loewe’s four-Ls logo, which can be used to extend the chunky doughnut-style chain. Available in nine shades of leather, it comes in a gold or silver chain.
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Dragon Diffusion Black NS Kanpur Tote
A unique take on a fishnet tote, this woven bag of buffalo calf leather was designed with daily use and comfort in mind. Inside, an antique-style charm of the patron saint of travellers, St. Christopher, is sewn in by hand—blending currentness with timelessness. Each bag is made on demand, opting for a sustainable production model.
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Alaïa Red Le Teckel Small Bag
What seems to be Alaïa’s interpretation of a classic bowling bag, this eye-catching accessory, though smaller in scale, has long top handles, making it an ideal shoulder bag with a pop of colour. Suede on the inside and buffed goatskin leather on the exterior, it has a card slot and a detachable mirror inside—great for touching up on the go.
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Christian Louboutin Le 54 Tote Bag
The brand synonymous with standout shoe design has released a western-inspired leather bag collection of equal measure at select boutiques. A sleek, versatile addition to autumn looks, the Le 54 black-leather tote has a drawstring close, an inner pocket, and a striking red interior. The other version is in a hairy calf leather, with a brown and white cow print, available at select boutiques in the U.S.
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Bottega Veneta Liberta Bag
For its winter 2024 bag collection, Bottega Veneta stepped away from the intrecciato (woven- leather) bags that has been a signature for the brand since 1975, and focused on smooth leather and different silhouettes. Inspired by an archival bag model, Liberta is one the smooth leather bag styles presented in the collection that was crafted with a soft and silky feel. The Liberta bag is calf leather and suede, and a roped loop of the intrecciato leather coaxial cord wraps around a unique brass fastener. The crossbody bag (which doubles as a clutch) is available in two sizes.