The 5 Bags Every Cool Girl Has In Her Rotation Right Now
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By Victoria Lewis | 27th November 2025Your secret weapon, your partner in crime, your trusty sidekick. So much more than an outfit plus one, a handbag is your look’s one true make-or-break. These days, cool girls don’t just wear their personality; they carry it on their shoulders.
And right now, no one is doing handbags quite like Coach. The makers of the viral Tabby Bag you’ve seen all over your feed, Coach is the heritage brand that’s killing it in the contemporary (without forgetting its roots). Spotted on ‘it’ girls near and far – from Dua to Bella, to that effortlessly chic girl in your office – Coach is not only the master in luxe leather and timeless iconography, but keeps us on our toes with a bit of added spunk. Let’s put it this way – a Coach bag is like a good friend: unique, dependable, and the perfect match – by your side for decades to come.
And don’t sleep on Kate Spade. Another brand that’s back on our radar, giving us staples to statements in the handbag department, and we cannot get enough.
Arm yourself with this season’s hottest handbag finds with our curated list of the shoulder candy that every cool girl needs in her rotation. Go on, conquer the world, girlfriend, bag in hand.
LBB (little black bag)
Just like your beloved LBD, a little black bag is not just a wardrobe want, but a wardrobe need. Whether you need her to be sleek, sexy, or simple, a little black bag will be your go-to gal. Fellas, not sure what to get the woman in your life who has it all? A refined black shoulder bag is great for gifting season (wink wink). The vibes are loving currently:
Modern twist on a classic. This shapely Twisted Tabby Shoulder Bag is on the left.90s chic. I’m currently dying over the skinny straps on this Asher shoulder bag, and it’s quite the Coach Outlet deal too (you’re welcome).Metallic moments. Silver elements are everything when it comes to arm candy this season, and this Kate Spade Studded Bangle Bag is really speaking to me.
Statement maker
The conversation starter. This is where you get the chance to show off that dazzling personality of yours or take on the hottest trends of the moment. From a leopard print to a funky shape, or even an added Coach bag charm – this is your time to shine. What are we loving atm?
Mini Bags. This Gen-Z-coded quilted Tabby Shoulder Bag is a certified headturner. And the turquoise and silver combo? C’est magnifique.All in the texture. Nailing the tactile, Kate Spade is taking a simple shape and making it wild, with this furry friend. The elevated addition that your simple jeans and tank look was craving.Animal print everything. Be it zebra, leopard, or cow-print, there is no better way to put a bit of roar into your look. Meow!
Everyday hero
She’s your tired and true – always neutral, always there. Your everyday shoulder bag must be fit for everything that life may throw at it. Taking you from brunch with the gals to nights spent on the d-floor, your everyday hero handbag must stay both chic and timeless, and these are the styles I’m opting for.
East-west bags. The new kid on the block in hot-girl handbags, the angular shape of this Coach Empire Carryall disrupts the ordinary, while staying effortless.Classy but cool. We love a bit of balance, and this Coach Hampton’s Hobo really nails it. Metallic accents bring the edge, while a sensible silhouette brings timeless ease.Two-tone. The best of both worlds, why choose one neutral when you can do double? A fun take on the viral Coach Tabby Crossbody, this black-and-brown number will be your wardrobe’s best friend.
The workhorse
Every girl needs a bag that works as hard as she does. No corporate or office girlie is complete without a bag that’s throw-on-and-go, fuss-free, and ultra-chic – bringing just enough personality and just enough professionalism to conquer the workweek in serious style.
Such a stud. Adding a bit of oomph to your work bag, a studded metallic accent will do the heavy lifting. And this Kate Spade Halo Studded Bucket bag? The ultimate compliment-grabbing addition to your simple work look.Two in one. We all know the struggle – the eternal scramble for your lippy in your never-ending Mary Poppins-like handbag. Fear not, that’s where the Coach Bleeker Bucket Bag comes in, complete with a sleek purse accessory to streamline your busy day.Suede, baby, suede. This is a forever texture. Dress her up and dress her down, she’s good to go from boardroom to post-work bevvie. I am also obsessed with this bag charm to add that touch of fun.
Weekend warrior
Chronic overpackers, this one’s for you. This may be controversial, but every girl needs (at least) one ludicrously capacious bag. Your overnight bag needs to be well-equipped for sleepovers with your besties and your boyfriend, armed with the ability to house all a girl needs to get a good beauty sleep. Because when it comes to handbags, size does matter.
Shearling dream. Adding a warm texture to a classic bag is an eye-catching yet subtle way to emanate cool-girl energy without trying too hard – and shearling is having more than its 15 minutes of fame.Large and in charge. Sometimes less is more, but not when it comes to your weekend bag. This Kate Spade Halo Bucket bag is the easy-access silhouette we all know and love, but made chic.Rustic red. The muted colour that’s taking over accessories everywhere, this deep cherry red colour is the surprisingly wearable hue to inject colour into your everyday wardrobe.
Feeling the urge to update that handbag collection? Us too. Whether you’re a mini-bag maximalist or a sleek overnight minimalist, Coach has your next right-hand man waiting in the wings. Shop their latest collection of seasonal must-haves, or snap up a bargain with Balck Friday at Coach Outlet. Happy shopping!
Imagery: @katespadeny / @coach
