Candy Crush: 16 Colorful Bags We’re Loving For Spring & Summer (PASTE-OVER)
These colorful carryalls are bringing all the personality to your warm-weather wardrobe. Consider them your new favorite arm candy!
Punch up your summer wardrobe with a little arm candy. We’ve rounded up the season’s standout colorful bags in juicy citrus tones, romantic pastels, heirloom-worthy beadwork, and beachy raffia vibes. These vibrant accessories prove that the quickest way to make a statement this season is to throw a little color over your shoulder.
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Marcie Tote
This tote makes a strong case for retiring your basic black bag. With its woven texture in a goes-with-anything sage, it’s an updated take on a classic carryall and the kind of bag that turns a neutral outfit into a full look with minimal effort on your part. Shop for $165 at Sam Edelman.
Solandra Clutch
The jelly trend refuses to quit, and honestly, this clutch makes us understand why. With its punchy coral hue and nostalgic see-through finish, it’s equally at home beachside or tucked under your arm at a summer wedding. Shop for $148 at Dolce Vita.
Laguna Cinched Vegan Leather Bucket Bag
Butter yellow continues its reign as one of the happiest (and most versatile) colors in fashion. Add a silk scarf to the top handle of this little bucket bag, and suddenly it’s giving farmers market, coastal weekend, and “yes, she definitely has plans” energy — all at once. Shop for $98 at Anthropologie.
‘Almost Perfect’ Nora Shoulder Bag
Who says suede has to sit out in the summer? This rich blue crescent bag combines polish with easygoing style, hugging comfortably under the arm and adding just the right amount of color to a white button-down and jeans. Shop for $92 at Portland Leather.
Caylee Wooden Bead Handle Bag
For the minimalist who likes maximum compliments, this structured bag strikes the perfect balance. The oversized wooden bead handle keeps it playful, while the timeless silhouette in light pink feels feminine and endlessly wearable. Shop for $95 at e.Allen.
Braided Leather Tote Bag
With this little red-and-cream number in one hand, and a spritz in the other, you’re all set for a Fourth of July barbecue. Straddling both neutral and statement-making, this braided tote somehow works with everything, making it one you’ll reach for on repeat when running out the door. Shop for $179 at & Other Stories.
Small Crescent Shoulder Bag
Is it just us, or are lavender accessories wildly underrated? This romantic little shoulder bag is primed for its main character moment, especially when styled with Bermuda shorts, a kitten-heel sandal, and the confidence of someone who’s always one trend ahead. Shop for $25.95 at Amazon.
Berkeley Shoulder Bag
Lime green is the zest your wardrobe needs. Get it with this juicy little shoulder bag, whose slight slouch has major off-duty cool girl energy. On sale for $199.99 at J.Crew.
Rooster Wicker Basket
Jackie O. would absolutely approve of this bubblegum-pink wicker tote with its bamboo handle and heirloom-worthy charm. Equal parts Palm Beach socialite and modern statement piece, all it needs is a sunny afternoon tea invitation and somewhere fabulous to be. Shop for $368 at Frances Valentine.
Mini Shopper Bag
Muted dusty blue may be one of the best colors in the game right now, and it’s great paired with lace, soft tailoring, or anything with a touch of romance. We’re head over heels for this versatile bag with a removable strap that lets you get two looks in one. Shop for $55.90 at Zara.
Sid Bag
Tangerine dreams, indeed — this juicy vitamin C-colored tote is summer bottled up in accessory form. Big enough for beach towels, farmers market hauls, and spontaneous weekend escapes, it will still look incredibly chic after Labor Day, paired with browns and wine reds. Shop for $495 at Shopbop.
Beckett Raffia Clutch
Nothing says summertime quite like a punchy cherry-red, and this raffia clutch delivers exactly the right amount of drama. Roomy enough for the essentials — phone, lipstick, SPF, and a pair of oversized sunglasses — it works with a breezy linen set at brunch or dressed up for a dinner by the water. Shop for $78 at Evereve.
Small Waverly Tote
With its soft gray undertones, this lilac tote somehow manages to play nicely with every color in the closet, whether styled tonally or paired with a bold contrast. Don’t let the compact silhouette fool you either: it’s secretly an overachiever, fitting journals, planners, and all the small travel essentials that make it the ultimate airport companion. It even has a tiny case for AirPods! Shop for $275 at Oak Hall.
Harper Tassel Straw Clutch Purse
Raffia, hot pink, and an acrylic ring handle? This clutch didn’t come to blend in, and instantly turns even the simplest outfit into the most fun fashion moment in the room. Shop for $65 at Topshop.
Grande Fanny
This is not the fanny pack of your middle school field trips. In a rich hunter green woven finish and that magical just-right size, it’s the ultimate hands-free companion for keeping valuables close at music festivals, on vacation, or while running everyday errands. Style it with one of the brand’s playful acrylic chains for a little extra personality. Shop for $395 at Clare V.
Cerulean Floral Beaded Bag
Some bags are accessories; this one has “future heirloom” status. Covered in intricate floral beadwork and drenched in old-world glamour, this stunning little statement piece was made for weddings, cocktail hours, and the kind of formal moments worth remembering — and eventually passing down. Shop for $198 at Tuckernuck.
Carry on!
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Anne Marie Hanna
An Ole Miss alum residing in Nashville, Anne Marie is passionate about telling the stories shaping the South. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her on a porch with a coffee and a good book, gardening, listening to music, or enjoying time with friends and family.