Five Bags for Autumn
Here are five bags for the autumn/winter season.
This season marks a shift away from the small bags that have dominated in recent years, with more generously sized designs appearing across the collections. Another welcome change is a move away from prominent logos, with many brands instead relying on distinctive silhouettes and materials to express their identity.
As bags grow larger, totes feel like a natural fit for the season — easy to carry and well suited to autumn and winter dressing. Practical, but without disrupting the overall silhouette of an outfit: that was the thinking behind these five selections.
Prada Route Large Canvas And Leather Tote Bag
Leather and fabric are a natural pairing for autumn and winter, and this season Prada’s Route line has been particularly hard to miss.
The design is understated and uncomplicated, with leather patches and pocket details giving its practical silhouette a distinctly Prada finish. There is little need for a prominent logo here: the contrast of materials and considered detailing give the bag more than enough character of its own.
The Row Agnes 12
There may be no logo in sight, but bags that can be recognized by their silhouette alone are becoming increasingly desirable.
The Row has no shortage of distinctive bags, but the Agnes 12 stands out for its ability to move easily between everyday and business settings. Its calm, considered silhouette gives simple daywear a little more presence, while bringing an understated elegance to more formal workwear.
Delvaux Tempête L
A signature of Delvaux since its debut in 1967, the Tempête has remained a mainstay of the house for decades. Its defining feature is the pair of metal clasps at either side, which can be worn open or closed to subtly alter the bag’s silhouette and character.
While the Tempête is inherently structured and classic, the Large comes with a wider strap that gives it a more casual edge. It retains the elegance of the original design while feeling less overtly feminine, making it an easy unisex choice.
Phoebe Philo Pot Cabas
Of Phoebe Philo’s bag designs, the Pot Cabas is the one that catches my eye most. Its generous capacity and softly voluminous shape bring a polished, urban quality to even the simplest everyday look.
It is the kind of bag that makes an outfit feel considered without looking overly styled. Rather than decorating it with colorful charms, I prefer to let the silhouette speak for itself. Personally, I think the Pot Cabas looks best with nothing more than a scarf loosely tied around one of the handles — a simple detail that feels natural to the bag.
Celine Little luggage In Grained Calfskin
The Luggage is back. One of the defining bags from Phoebe Philo’s years at Celine, it became a global hit — and its silhouette remains recognizable without a logo in sight.
The new Luggage is lighter than before and comes with an added strap, making it easier to carry as an everyday bag. Paired with a long coat or outerwear through autumn and winter, its distinctive shape brings a sharp, urban edge to even the most understated look.