Top 5 Designer Bags That Ruled 2024

Omg, can you believe that another year has already passed? What a wild ride it’s been in the world of luxury fashion! Top creative directors have shifted houses. Heritage brands have embraced the need for thinking outside the box – there’s so much we’ll remember 2024 for. But let’s be real, most of us are probably going to associate the year with the incredible it-bags that it brought.

From minimalist designs that whispered sophistication to bold, statement-making pieces that turned heads, this year’s most coveted bags reflect a perfect blend of timeless elegance and contemporary flair. These bags also didn’t just accessorize outfits — they became icons of style, sparking trends, and countless double taps. Ahead, a closer look at the top five designer bags that ruled 2024.

1. Alaïa Le Teckel Shoulder Bag

If only one designer bag could be crowned the it-bag of the year, for 2024, that would definitely be Alaïa’s Le Teckel. Owned by nearly every it-girl on the block, this stylish shoulder bag has overtaken every major social media platform, inspiring countless street-style looks and selfies. Of course, one can’t deny the overly-photogenic nature of this handbag – the elongated body with two sculptural shoulder straps looks absolutely beautiful. Not to even mention that it’s so Alaïa, which is renowned for masterfully blending timeless elegance with sculptural lines.

2. The Row Margaux

Then, standing really close to Alaia’s Le Teckel is The Row’s viral Margaux bag. Dubbed by Vogue as the top contender for the next Birkin, or how Harper’s Bazaar called it “the heirloom in the making”, this minimalistic top-handle bag is the epitome of quiet luxury, a trend which appears to be moving with us into 2025. With that said, over this year, tons of lookalike styles to The Row Margaux have emerged. If you want, you can check them out in my dedicated article on the best The Row Margaux alternatives.

3. Miu Miu Arcadie Bag

Miu Miu bags continued delighting it-girls in 2024. Specifically, their Arcadie bag, which was released for Fall 2023, but started taking off around this spring. Inspired by the silhouette of a classic top handle bag, this trendy number arrives in a wide array of stunning colors, with options available in both smooth leather and Miu Miu’s signature “matelasse”. A detachable and adjustable shoulder strap further highlights the modern nature of this piece.

4. Bottega Veneta Andiamo Long Clutch

An elongated clutch bag, crafted in Bottega’s iconic intrecciato and adorned with the handy top handle, the Bottega Veneta Andiamo Long Clutch was pretty much destined for instant success. But did Bottega Veneta actually anticipate such a crazy demand for this bag? Because literally everyone had to have one right away, incl. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who was one of the first celebrities to rock the style. And it seems like this obsession is far from being over. Thus, expect to see the Andiamo Clutch a lot in 2025.

5. Savette Symmetry Pochette

Despite only being founded just a few years ago, Savette is already making big waves in the luxury fashion world. In particular, the brand’s Symmetry Pochette bag has caught the eye of many top influencers and bloggers this year due to its clean and minimalistic lines that perfectly fit in with the current trend for “quiet luxury”. The Savette Symmetry Pochette Bag is also relatively affordable compared to other it-bags on this list, arriving at just $1,390 retail.

Which handbag(s) do you associate with 2024? Leave your pick(s) in the comments below!