Curious to find out which designer bags will be big in 2023, I reached out to luxury experts to get their insights on what specific designs and silhouettes to look out for, and the findings were interesting. While there were some overall trends that were named “hot” for the year ahead—including all-you-can-fit bags, crescent-shaped silhouettes, Y2K comebacks, and travel-specific pieces—the main takeaway is that there is a shift in the market to timeless investment styles.
“We will continue to see a rise in luxury handbags—both through classic styles and more exclusive items,” Fashionphile president and CCO Sarah Davis explains. “During murky financial times, people gravitate toward items that are tried and trusted. People also are interested in looking for a deal but are more thoughtful than ever on how they spend their money.” Celebrity personal shopper Gab Waller echoed this observation, telling Who What Wear that “clients that previously purchased more casually are now looking for a smart return on their investment.”
This lines up with what we have been seeing in designer fashion with the rise of “quiet luxury” bags and heritage pieces that are sleek and discreet and can transcend the seasons. So which styles made their short list of key pieces to invest in right now? Ahead, the six top designer investment bags to buy in 2023.
