From reinvented classics to new designs, these bags make a fashionable statement
Fashion brands have rolled out their Spring/Summer 2025 offerings, and among them are many gorgeous bags.
This season's 'it' accessories are a combination of reinvented classics and others that are completely brand new.
Dior's Caro Bucket, dressed in precious leather of a light gold hue and sublimated with the graphic lines of macrocannage is a covetable piece.
With its supple curves, it is the product of exceptional savoir-faire, featuring delicate golden finishes, such as the 'CD' initials adorning the drawstring and front pocket, which add a touch of elegance to this unique piece.
Adorned with floral raffia fringes that bloom with gemstone centers, the Dolce Box gemstone raffia handbag is a charming piece. Photo: Dolce & Gabbana Read more: Brimming with style: Cowboy hats are now taking the fashion spotlight
It is also available in a range of different shades – powder pink, black, latte Dior, or even as a natural-toned raffia version.
This season, the Valentino Garavani Vain bag is presented in new variations with the same timeless allure.
In addition to its two classic sizes, a versatile clutch has been developed with two straps: an adjustable leather one and a short chain.
There are also pieces in a variety of precious skins and colours, and new embroidered variations all crafted by expert artisans
Loewe's The Madrid is a new bag crafted in a soft trapezoid shape, made of a beautifully smooth and supple leather.
Named after the brand's home city, where the house was founded in 1846, the bag has generously pleated sides that are cinched closed with tubular straps finished with tactile shoulder padding.
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A sleek magnetic fastening features a jewel-like gold Pebble while an exaggerated zip gives the bag an asymmetric twist.
Dolce & Gabbana's Raffia range includes the Dolce Box gemstone raffia handbag, trimmed with smooth leather trims and detachable shoulder strap.
Adorned with floral raffia fringes that bloom with gemstone centers, this statement piece brings texture, charm and a touch of sparkle to one's warm-weather wardrobe.
Fendi's Peekaboo Soft Small stays true to its codes and unparalleled softness, maintaining the original features of the Medium and Large sizes: the soft construction, lightweight design, and sumptuous high-quality calf leather.
Its wearability is enhanced with a new cross-body functionality, thanks to an adjustable strap extension that can be added to the handle.
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