13 musician-approved designer bags for festivals and other occasions

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It’s the season to buy new bags again. From clutches to cross-body bags, hobo bags, satchels, totes and quilted totes, finding the perfect bag can transform your outfit while putting you in a better mood, and with the holidays right around the corner, now is the time A good time to start making your list (and check it twice).

If you’re on the hunt for a new bag and need some style inspiration, we’ve compiled a list of gift-worthy bags loved by Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and other style-defining record stars.

Whether you’re shopping for holiday gifts or need a new bag for yourself, read on for our roundup of designer bags to shop for the holidays and beyond.

Orpen

We have the popular girls to thank for putting Auburn in the spotlight. Beyoncé, Lady Gaga and Selena Gomez have all been spotted wearing Aupen, but last year Swift was photographed with boyfriend Travis Kelce The brand became famous after Kelce carried the now-hot Nirvana bag on a date night.

Last month, Olivia Rodrigo wore an unreleased Nirvana crocodile buckle bag from a collaboration with LVMH Métiers d’Art, while Charli XCX wore one while leaving the Bowery Hotel in New York City on Tuesday (November 12) Nirvana bag.

The Nirvana is a versatile “minimalist” bag in calfskin that can be worn over the shoulder or under the arm. This asymmetric style features a gold-tone buckle, interior pocket, and woven handles (bag measures 10.3 x 4.5 x 2.7 inches deep).

coach

In the land of luxury bags, Coach needs its own area code. GloRilla, Cardi B, Jennifer Lopez, Kelsie Ballerini, Normani, Coco Jones, Swift, Dove Cameron and many other celebrities are fans of Coach bags and apparel.

What is the best Coach bag? There are too many to list, but the Tabby bag is at the top of the list. Available in smooth and muted leather, this beloved bag comes in a variety of sizes and colors, including classic black, merlot, maple and dark stone.

Need a larger Coach bag? The Brooklyn Shoulder Bag features a casual, hobo design with the same Coach quality.

Crafted from natural grain leather, this stylish bag comes in three sizes – the smallest, the Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 23, measures just 7.25 inches. Bag 28 is a medium-sized bag, and Bag 39 is the larger of the three bags at 17 inches (enough to hold a 15-inch laptop). Model Bella Hadid wore the Brooklyn Shoulder Bag in July. The bag has a magnetic closure and interior snap pockets for smaller essentials.

Bottega Veneta

Bottega Venetta’s mini Jodie leather Hobo bag needs its own fan club. Braided designs have become very popular over the past few years, but they’re also one of Bottega’s more affordable bags.

The Mini Jodie is available in nearly a dozen colors, including black, white, caramel, almond and two tones of green. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative, consider Anthropologie’s Brigitte Satchel ($180) or Quince’s handwoven shoulder bag ($129).

Bottega has a range of small, medium, large and jumbo bags loved by the likes of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky. For Halloween, Rihanna stepped out in a Savage x Fenty leopard-print jumpsuit paired with a giant Bottega Veneta Women’s Maxi Luaren 1980 bag, while A$AP Rocky rocked out during his birthday last year and in Harlem in September. Showing off a giant pink Bottega Veneta duffel bag, the rapper debuted a snakeskin mini Bottega Sardine bag at Milan Fashion Week.

Burberry

Raincoat, scarf, bucket hat and boots. When you think of Burberry’s plaid print, a few things come to mind. Burrberry’s plaid bowling bag embodies the brand’s sophisticated design in a wallet form and is endorsed by pop stars. In early November, Grande was seen carrying a Burrberry plaid bag (along with Burrberry heels, of course).

This plaid bowling bag is made of faux leather with calfskin trim and fabric interior. It comes with a leather padlock and gold key, zipper closure, removable shoulder strap, and measures 7.3 x 4.3 x 4.7 inches, large enough Spacious enough to store daily necessities such as wallet, keys, lip gloss, mobile phone, etc.

Dior

Saddle up! We’re going back to the Y2K era. The saddle bag, designed by John Galiano, debuted at Dior’s Spring/Summer 2000 fashion show.

Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, and Paris Hilton were among the stars who debuted with Dior at the time, and 24 years later, the saddle bag has become a staple for fashion lovers like Swift A signature accessory, Swift has worn the Dior Saddle Bag on more than one occasion (most recently on a date night with Kells in 2017).

Gucci

From the T stage to the screen, Gucci has always had an indissoluble bond with stars. The brand has collaborated with the likes of Miley Cyrus, Billie Eilish and Bad Bunny, and more than 80 years after the first Gucci store opened, the luxury brand has transcended fashion and become one of the music mainstream.

When it comes to bags, Gucci has a lot of them. And they’re expensive—ranging from less than $1,000 to well over $4,000. The Ophidia Mini is on the cheaper end of the price list at $800, making it a lovely gift option.

Luo Yiwei

From the Super Bowl to the Met Gala, Loewe is becoming a favorite of some of music’s biggest stars: Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar and Janet Jackson, to name a few.

In the bag department, Loewe offers visually alluring design options such as the Squeeze Bag, Puzzle Bag, Puzzle Tote, Flamenco Bag and Pebble Bucket Bag that Hilary Duff was spotted carrying in New York – all available in mini, medium and Large.

Louis Vuitton

A luxury bag with a price tag to match. After years of working with several recording artists, Louis Vuitton has finally hired one: Pharrell Williams has been named menswear creative director in 2023.

The fashion house has collaborated with artists including Rihanna, J-Hope and Tyler, the Creator, and has dressed stars including Beyoncé, Swift, Gomez, Shawn Mendez and Usher.

With so many packages on the roster, it’s hard to narrow it down best Louis Vuitton bags, but if you’re interested in a shoulder bag-style everyday bag, go for the Louis Vuitton Mettis Pochette. This 9.8-inch style has a top handle, adjustable shoulder strap, three interior compartments and an S-Lock closure.

For those feeling a stylish retro vibe, the Louis Vuitton Stephen Sprouse Alma bag is back in style. Earlier this year, BLACKPINK’s LISA sported a Stephen Sprouse bowling bag, and we’re still considering Rihanna’s petite Louis Vuitton Nano Speedy Monogram bag.

Osoy

K-pop fans may be familiar with Osoi. The Korean bag brand worn by Hyein of NewJeans comes in a variety of styles and textures—leather, suede, and other materials.

Osoi’s black mini tote is a modern take on the classic hobo shoulder bag. Crafted from polished leather, this leather bag features adjustable sliding handles, two zip closures, an interior pocket and is lined with faux suede.

Prada

Prada girls, unite! Many celebrities wear Prada – sunglasses, fragrances, clothing, shoes and, of course, Prada bags. Prada’s Arqué appears to be the brand’s latest celebrity-favorite bag.

This moon-shaped leather bag comes in black and white and is only slightly more expensive than the popular recycled nylon mini bag. The Re-Edition 2000 Mini Bag ($1,250) puts a new twist on a retro look, made from “Re-Nylon,” a material derived from recycled, purified plastic waste, fishing nets and textile waste fibers collected from the ocean. Prada. The Re-Edition mini shoulder bag features a zipper closure, webbing handles and the Prada triangle logo at the center front.

Versace

Versace has collaborated with everyone from Madonna to Jungkook and continues to find new ways to connect with fans across generations.

Earlier this month, Aepsa-owned Ningning debuted its new Kleio bag at Versace’s 2024 holiday event. This quilted lambskin shoulder bag features an adjustable double chain strap and gold-tone hardware, making it the perfect holiday gift.

saint laurent

As a St. Laurent brand ambassador, BLACKPINK’s Rosé has access to the hottest YSL bags, which she can wear on the red carpet or while traveling the world.

YSL’s beautifully designed bags include the Voltaire embellished leather tote ($3,000), quilted leather shoulder bag ($1,700) and YSL bucket bag ($2,100). The textured leather bag pictured above is more of a “night out” bag that you can wear to holiday parties and other formal events.

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