Many of us visualize our vacation outfits when we start packing for a trip, but sometimes, accessories get overlooked. It’s a key piece of the puzzle though: The right handbag can make even the simplest outfit stand out, adding a pop of color or texture to your wardrobe staples. While a functional travel bag with tons of interior pockets and zippered compartments is ideal for a busy itinerary of sightseeing, taxi-hailing, and museum-hopping, a fun, vacation-ready handbag can really level up your look and is less cumbersome to tote around a resort or hotel.
Natural materials like raffia and canvas always trend this time of year, and seashell embellishments and mother of pearl accents bring the mermaid-aesthetic to your outfit. Structured silhouettes like bowler or bucket bags add interesting shape to any look, while drawstring pouches are both elegant and effortless.
Whether you’re heading on a coastal trip to San Sebastián, a multi-city European getaway, or a tropical destination wedding, we have you covered with 10 stylish vacation bags to wear this summer. These statement accessories will make every look more memorable—and hold the essentials, of course.
