The Bags I’d Carry Into 2026

Into 2026, I’m buying fewer bags — and carrying them harder. The ones worth keeping are defined by three things: a silhouette that reads instantly, a function that supports real life, and a finish that won’t date the moment a trend shifts.

This edit is a clean mix of icon and modern classic. Each bag earns its place through shape, practicality and longevity — pieces that feel composed with tailoring, effortless with denim, and quietly correct with evening black.

Fendi Mini Fendigraphy

A strong curve is a shortcut to polish. The Fendigraphy sits close to the body, keeps its profile, and turns a simple look into something styled without looking “done.” It’s compact but never precious — the kind of bag that works in daylight, but still holds its own after dark.

MM6 Maison Margiela Japanese Bag

The most intelligent bag in the edit. Folded construction, soft structure, and a shape that adapts as the day changes. It’s the one you reach for when you need freedom — travel days, long meetings, weekends — and still want something that reads fashion, not utility.

Ferragamo Mini Hug

This is quiet luxury with discipline: architectural structure, refined hardware, and a silhouette that looks elevated from every angle. It’s the kind of bag that gets better with repetition — a piece that holds its value because it never tries too hard.

Anine Bing Leo Tote

Every year needs one bag that does the most, without the drama. The Leo Tote is that anchor — light, easy, and designed for movement. It brings a relaxed edge to sharper looks and makes casual outfits feel deliberate.

Saint Laurent Sac du Jour

A modern classic in the purest sense. Structured, timeless, and built for longevity, the Sac du Jour is the “buy once, carry for years” option. It reads confident in a boardroom and effortless on a flight — an icon that stays relevant because the design is fundamentally correct.

The visual edit

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