For most women, bags are the perfect accessory. These wonderful creations not only make an outfit stand out, but also carries precious cargo of our day to day life. It holds important pieces of items we need and want to bring with us wherever we go.
There has been a great evolution of fashion when it comes to women’s bags, but the one style that will always be current, functional, and so comfortably easy to carry is a shoulder bag. The variations of shapes and sizes for this stylish accessory makes it an ideal bag to carry for any type of occasion.
Wherever you feel like going, here are some designer shoulder bags you might consider bringing with you:
Shoulder Bags We Love
BOTTEGA VENETA INTRECCIATO OLIMPIA KNOT CHAIN
Price: US$3,750.00
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This sharp design from the Italian luxury brand would make casual wear look classy. The woven leather and chain strap of this beautiful shoulder bag adds texture to any outfit you decide on putting on.
FENDI 3JOURS SMALL RED LEATHER
Price: US$2,450.00
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An elegant design from Fendi, this Italian fashion house knows how to showcase leather in the most luxurious way.
STELLA MCCARTNEY FALABELLA BOX
Price: US$1,195.00
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Made with soft plush velvet, this perfect for day and night. Stella McCartney shows us how black can be amazingly timeless.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN ELOISE TEXTURED-LEATHER
Price: US$2,390.00
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From the French fashion house of Christian Louboutin, this suede-paneled and textured-leather bag is a dream to carry on your shoulders. The brand is not only famous for its signature red soles on their shoes but elegant designs for their bags as well.
GUCCI SYLVIE LEATHER
Price: US$2,590.00
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A classic design from one of the most sought after luxury brand, this Gucci shoulder bag is your perfect companion for a classy day.
DOLCE & GABBANA PINK ROSE WALLET CHAIN
Price: US$995.00
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Made from grained calfskin leather printed with elegant multicolor floral pattern, this piece from Dolce & Gabbana is a dream to pair with darker outfits to make the sophisticated pattern stand out even more.
VALENTINO GARAVANI ROCKSTUD LEATHER BUCKET BAG
Price: US$1,295.00
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A beautiful red leather bag from one of the masters of crafting Italian leather, Valentino. This stunning Rockstud bag is embellished with the brand’s signature pyramid studs with gold hardware.
GIVENCHY INFINITY HOBO BAG
Price: US$2,150.00
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From the French haute couture brand, Givenchy. This smooth Italian leather bag is the definition of hobo chic. It has silver hardware chain at the shoulder strap to give a more edgier look.
JIMMY CHOO STUDDED TEXTURED LEATHER
Price: US$1,750.00
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An edgy look for your casual style, this trendy piece from Jimmy Choo is a showstopper. It is made with textured leather, embellished with silver hardware, eyelets, and studs.
PRADA RIBBON SHOULDER BAG
Price: US$2,160.00
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This fashionable piece from Prada is elegantly simple. The color blocking designs in front can create a nice contrast of colors to your outfit, and the smooth leather makes your entire look exquisitely upscale.
TOM FORD TARA SMALL LEATHER
Price: US$1,990.00
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You can never go wrong with a timeless design. This beauty is from one of the best classic contemporary designers, Tom Ford. It is made with smooth leather, with adjustable shoulder straps, and accented with gold hardware.
JW Anderson Pink Disc suede and leather cross body bag
Price: US$1,455.00
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You can count on this body bag to sneak in some girliness on your outfit even when you’re wearing an oversized hoodie that does nothing to highlight your form. The lovely combination of suede and leather from JW Anderson just won’t escape your eyes.
Alexander McQueen Box Bag 19 studded leather shoulder bag
Price: US$2,090.00
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Prepare yourself to be impressed by a bag that’s not only captivating in design but also functional and versatile in its use. The Box Bag 19 being a sensible bag isn’t limited to the compartments alone, which is more than enough to store your cards, keys and gadgets; it also offers you to bring it in more ways than one with the detachable straps you can use to wrap the bag across your body, hang it over your shoulder, or take it by hand like a normal clutch bag.
Off-White pink Binder Clip leather shoulder bag
Price: US$1,030.00
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Want a bag that’s urbane and chic in the price of one? Time to stop looking, you’ve got this Off-White shoulder bag to grant your wish. It’s named Binder Clip bag for the clip beneath that bears the label’s name. The straps make it easier to bring your belongings around.
Prada Folk tasseled embellished leather shoulder bag
Price: US$3,100.00
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Few vintage-looking bags match the charm of the Prada Folk bag. The leather is not to be doubted, but it is the antiqued hardware and turquoise cabochons that really draw us in. The tassels even succeed in making it look more quaint. If you want to wear it across the body, the guitar strap can be exchanged for a longer one.
Saint Laurent Collège bag
Price: US$2,590.00
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Saint Laurent shows off its craftsmanship with leather and Parisian design with this chic, quilted Collège bag in soft, light pink. The bag is a Saint Laurent special for the subtleness of its charm and the convenience of its interior.
JW Anderson Knot leather-trimmed suede shoulder bag
Price: US$1,720.00
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JW Anderson maximizes the suede not only by providing ample space for whatever you may need to pack on a hectic day but also by making it a bit artsy with the inclusion of the knot beneath it. Made in Spain, the bag from JW Anderson doesn’t shortchange you with leather nor accents so you could fully appreciate it in all its glory.
Loewe two-tonal Hobo bag
Price: US$2,139.00
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Spice your accessory game a little with Loewe’s aptly named Hobo bag, large enough to fit many of your necessities you’d feel you’re lugging around a day’s worth of your things. It won’t be uncomfortable though as Loewe made no compromises with its supple leather. Plus, the two-tone and slightly different construction of the bag also makes this an easy way to make a statement.
Alexander McQueen Box Bag 16 small python shoulder bag
Price: US$2,690.00
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Here’s another variant of Alexander McQueen’s box bag that celebrities and fashionistas all over the world were quick to embrace. This time you have a vintage-looking accessory that’s modeled after a luggage and a python style. The red bag can be carried either over your shoulder with the strap or on your hand with the gold link.
Victoria Beckham half moon handbag
Price: US$1,716.00
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The former Spice girl may have put her former life as an entertainer behind her, but she remains a fashion icon and a tastemaker, and this time also a designer to add to her list of accomplishments. This half moon bag is striking and feminine, featuring an embossed crocodile effect on the calf leather. Wear this off duty or otherwise and you’d still be able to pull a sophisticated look.
Isabel Marant Kleny whipstitched leather and suede shoulder bag
Price: US$620.00
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Still cannot get enough of the boho chic style? Then add this bag with panels of brown suede and leather to your collection to complete the look. Isabel Marant’s bag is compact enough for everyday use and also has a twill interior to hold your things. The strap is also adjustable so you could control the drop and make carrying it a tad easier.
Fendi Kan I F shoulder bag
Price: US$2,776.00
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Fendi may be a minimalist lover’s haven, but lately we’ve seen the Italian luxury brand venture into designs that create a dramatic impression. The Fendi Kan I F shoulder bag is many things: unique, fun, glamorous, among various apt descriptors. The use of logo is tasteful and the expert application of texture even brings to mind classic. It’s shiny on all the right places plus it holds its structure even when jammed with many things.
Miu Miu Quilted and matelassé leather shoulder bag
Price: US$1,970.00
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Miu Miu’s shoulder bag is a quaint tribute to the past, part of the retro-inspired Resort ‘18 collection that debuted in Paris. The lamb leather is shiny but the red color guarantees that it will turn heads along the way. Its lustrous material is emphasized further by the matelassé and the gold hardware it uses for the zipper and the clasps.
Givenchy Infinity bag
Price: US$1,990.00
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We’re impressed by Givenchy’s ability to fuse classic and futuristic in one accessory. It establishes this concept with its choice of gray for the calf leather, not to mention the silver hardware that serves as a clasp closure.The Infinity bag is definitely for keeps, something that would remain stylish through the times.
Alaïa Studded leather shoulder bag
Price: US$2,700.00
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Alaïa’s legacy was set in stone with his insistence to be hands-on on the construction of his creations. The house continues this practice even beyond its gowns, which can be seen on this shoulder bag. The studs, tiny as they are, are carefully positioned by hand. Its interior is made in beige and comes with a interior mirror convenient for touch-ups.
Bringing these wonderful creations and carrying them on our precious shoulders have become a task women are more than happy to do. It not only helps us transport our items, but makes us feel good as well because these designs have helped us showcase our personalities or mood. Shoulder bags have definitely become a woman’s best friend – a stylish confidant that carries your personal secrets.
Why We Love These 5 Balmain Shoulder Bags and How to Wear Them
If there’s an accessory we’d dare say is underrated, that would be women’s bags. Just consider its function—it can hold many things at once! Whether it be your cards, your phone, or any touch-up necessities, they all go to your bag because ladies’ pockets couldn’t carry as much. What’s more, they can glam up any outfit just by having them on, and isn’t that fantastic? Leaving the house without one leaves us feeling that there’s something missing, and yet, they are often an afterthought when it comes to accessorizing. Balmain gives a chance to change that with its boxy bags that are functional as they are beautiful.
Whether you’re headed to socialize, about to go to work or even just planning to roam around the city, there’s a Balmain bag that will be reliable knockouts to guard your things. Here are our five favorites with handy tips on how to wear them:
Balmain Embellished two-tone leather shoulder bag
Price: US$1,995.00
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Black and gold is a proven combo—the latter can be tricky choice when placing accents because its luster can be too much to handle especially when bouncing off light, but black is a canvass that could tone down the shimmer. You can have too much of gold, but in this two-tone shoulder bag, it is kept at a level that could still be considered elegant. It is compact, which makes it easy to bring, while also being structured so that you can put your stuff on it effortlessly; likewise, the flap is hassle-free to use. The bag with its golden star-shaped hardware and similarly colored strap would look classy on the shoulder or on your hand with an all-black outfit as pictured, or any ensemble that could balance out the gold.
Balmain Striped leather shoulder bag
Price: US$2,350.00
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Another color that blends well with gold is white, and in this leather shoulder bag, you see three tones that when set side by side, creates an accessory that is tasteful and versatile. The stripes lend the bag a smart casual vibe but can easily accompany a more glamorous getup if need be. The supple leather is in black and white, while the trims, the chain strap and the crest that doubles as a lock to keep the flap in place are in gold. You are pretty much free to choose which pieces would go with this bag—it would look stylish while it dangles on the shoulder and you’re wearing a jumpsuit, or sporting jeans and pumps as you’re clutching the chain strap.
Balmain Box embellished leather shoulder bag
Price: US$2,095.00
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This solid shoulder bag is a sight to behold; by getting yourself one, you are aligning yourself with some of Balmain’s most famous fans. It’s a bag that makes a powerful kick once you lay your eyes upon it, and the micro studs are only a part of the equation that makes that possible. The tiny embellishments cover the top quality black calf leather, and its construction gives a sturdy impression. Whether you’re out with friends or spending the evening with a romantic prospect, your possessions will be kept safe while you drape the bag on your shoulder and the crest fastens it. You don’t have to put the weight on one shoulder the whole time, the strap is adjustable so the accessory can be a crossbody bag.
Balmain Baby Box embellished leather shoulder bag
Price: US$2,450.00
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A black bag is an option you can depend on all the time. Although it can work with your ensemble even when it is left unadorned, sometimes it’s great to have choices that keep the classic from becoming boring. Balmain does just that with its Baby Box bag by bedecking the black leather with a combination of crystals and studs. Gussy up with your LBD and this charming accessory to safekeep your belongings. Knotting the chains will make it easier for you to hold the bag with your hand.
Balmain Embellished leather shoulder bag
Price: US$1,695.00
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If you’ve got a Balmain bag, flaunt it! This charmer from the French luxury house makes no attempt at subtlety by putting its name in gold lettering three times, but it works at being a glamorous shoulder bag anyway. You can look like you know your brands while enjoying the company of friends and acquaintances and being sure that everything you need is inside the tight little box—it has as many as four slots allotted for your cards. The smooth leather can be worn on the shoulder, cross-body or as a clutch, and it would look fabulous with your kicky skirts and heels.
Minimalist Shoulder Bags for Any Occasion
YVES SAINT LAURENT CROCODILE SUNSET SATCHEL
Price: US$2290.00
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I wanted to start if off with an all-time favorite Yves Saint Laurent chain bag. The croc-embossed leather is an absolute classic for this design, since it adds texture to a traditional piece.
GUCCI DIONYSUS SHOULDER BAG
Price: US$2,500.00
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Made with soft suede material, this masterpiece from Gucci is to die for! It is accented with its iconic double tiger-head clasp, and complemented with a sophisticated silver chain strap.
VALENTINO ROCKSTUD QUILTED LEATHER SHOULDER BAG
Price: US$3,195.00
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An elegant design from Valentino, the quilted leather is accented with its famous rockstud pyramid-shaped studs. A strap at the top also gives you a choice of holding it as a cute handbag.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN BLACK SKULL WALLET BAG
Price: US$557.00
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It is made from grained leather, this Alexander McQueen piece is perfect if you only need to carry small items. The silver chain and skull accent provides a little bit of edge for your elegant look.
PRADA QUILTED WALLET CHAIN BAG
Price: US$725.00
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This silver-chained beauty is made from soft calfskin, quilted to give a more sophisticated design. It has the gold-plated lettering of the brand that Prada is very much known for.
THOM BROWN WHALE BAG WITH CHAIN SHOULDER STRAP
Price: US$4,981.00
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Made by the American fashion designer, Thom Browne, this calf leather perfection is an example of fun meeting luxury and elegance. This New York based designer likes to incorporate animal designs into his collection, as can be clearly seen by this beautifully made piece.
CHLOÉ DREW LEATHER SHOULDER BAG
Price: US$1,650.00
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An elegant rounded textured-leather handbag from Chloé is a refreshing break from those elongated designs. It has a gold chain strap and accented with gold hardware that makes its design even more refined.
CHANEL QUILTED CHAIN STRAP BAG
Price: US$4,210.00
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If there is a standard for chain bags, this Chanel vintage would probably top the list. The black lambskin leather creates a very sleek look, and its quilted design adds texture to the already stunning appearance.
