ICYMI: we are still painting the town red in 2024. From the runway to the high street, we’re seeing all our favourite looks through rose-tinted glasses – splashed in shades of ruby, crimson, and scarlet. This comes as no surprise considering that a jolt of the vibrant hue can infuse any outfit with a potent dose of pizzazz. The hyper-saturated hue appeared on nearly every runway in 2023, and its latest manifestation is the red handbag trend – a simple, high-impact accessory you can use to stay on-trend in 2024.
Evocative of royalty, passion, and intensity, the fiery shade arguably packs a more powerful punch than any other hue. Ultimately, the power of a bold red piece is most popular in small, homeopathic doses, which is why red handbags are so commanding.
If you’re looking for a strong pop of color to carry into 2024, we’ve got you covered. Ahead, we have compiled 10 of our favourite red handbags to help keep you on trend.
GALXBOY EMBOSSED DOME BAG – RED
R2000.00
Designed with functionality in mind, the dome bag offers ample storage space for essentials such as keys, wallet, phone, and cosmetics – all while keeping you on-trend. If you’re big on practicality when it comes to handbags, this sleek silhouette from GALXBOY might be the best option for you.
Ted Baker Croc Detail Large Icon Bag
R960.00
It is difficult to remember a time when the tote bag was not a key part of our wardrobes. Whether it’s because our handbags became too tiny to carry our day-to-day essentials or because we now all rightly shun the use of plastic bags when we pop out to the shops, many of us turn to the humble tote on a daily basis, and have done so for many years. And when it comes to tote bags, no one is doing it better than luxury fashion brand Steve Madden.
Colette by Colette Hayman Nolene Plain Clutch Bag
R370.00
It’s clutch time! The ever-so-stylish bag trend that seamlessly crosses over into daytime elegance territory is a great wardrobe staple. Get one in red for that scarlet trend effect.
LEGiT Chunky Chain Strap Quilted Baguette Bag – Burgundy
R199.00
A luxe material that looks good in all shapes and sizes with a ladylike finish to any look. Take your pick of heirloom-inspired style this season, from LEGiT.
R1099.00
ASMR-friendly accessories are the move in 2024 and what better way to hop on the trend than with a few sparkles on your handbag? For a jolt in your outfit, try this locket tote bag from ALDO.
R995.00
If you’ve had every type of bag there is (and some fashion girls have), the only way to add some excitement is with a trend that will be readily available in 2024: oddly shaped bags. The perfect way to implement this trend would be to buy yourself the voguish-red heart-shaped bag from Steve Madden.
Charles & Keith Eudora Tweed Trapeze Bag – Red
R2200.00
Whether it’s nautical or more academic, patterns have come back in a big way for the upcoming season. You can choose between floral details or opt for a trapeze design such as this stunning one from Charles and Keith.
Charles & Keith Quilted Vanity Pouch – Burgundy
R1050.00
The same travel-minded spirit embodied by the duffle bag is echoed in these vanity case-inspired designs. Primed for soirées, miniature box styles from Charles & Keith have all the elements of chic and reliable plus-one.
Foschini Knotted Handle Mini Tote Bag
R449.00
Belts were everywhere on the runways for spring/summer 2024, from choker necklaces down to the toes. So why wouldn’t they be on bags as well? Get in on the soft-corporate trend with this Foschini knotted handle mini tote bag.
Colette by Colette Hayman Kenzie Stitch Bowler Bag
R669.00
The ’90s have been back, but even more so with baguette bags trending on the runways. What better colour to have the stylish bag than the hue of the season? Not your average purse, these babies are horizontal and you can fit a literal baguette in them.
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