The Runway Has Spoken: These Are the 5 Handbag Colour Trends That Will Dominate This Summer
With the ability to take even the simplest of looks from basic to chic, the impact that the right handbag has on an outfit is undeniable. And as fashion editors, we spend a lot of our time analysing runway shows to identify which bag styles, shapes, and colours will be at the forefront of any given season.
If there's one thing the spring/summer 2025 fashion month taught us, it's that this season is all about colour. But fear not. It's not about clashing neons or 'in your face' hues. Instead, designers across the globe, from here in London all the way to New York, leant into more delicate, more curated bag colours that can easily slot into any capsule wardrobe, both minimalists and maximalists alike. After scrolling through hundreds of ready-to-wear lookbooks, I spotted five key colour trends that are set to be huge this summer—dill green, pastel pink, chocolate brown, sky blue and butter yellow.
Given the endless months of black, white and beige tones dominating the fashion scene, I, for one, am excited for a palette refresh that will freshen up my wardrobe without completely pulling me out of my comfort zone. Sure, these 'quiet luxury' inspired shades will never go out of style, but the colours spotted late last year on the catwalk show no signs of dating either. And what makes these trending hues feel particularly classic is their versatility. After last winter, we've all probably dipped our toes into the chocolate brown and butter yellow trend already, and while greens, pinks and blues will indeed bring that cool factor to going out outfits, they can just as easily work for the casual everyday errands we all know too well.
If you, like me, have been feeling an urge for a wardrobe refresh, without a full-on overhaul, keep scrolling to discover the five handbag colour trends set to dominate this season and beyond.
5 Handbag Colour Trends That Will Dominate Summer 20251. Dill Green
Style Notes: Sat somewhere between pastel sage and moody khaki, dill green is the it colour of the season. From Gucci to Sandy Liang, designers are committed to head-to-toe dill green looks that perfectly blended modern chicness with retro edge. And the most compelling part is that the effortlessly elevated hue can pair easily with both muted and more saturated colours. If you're after a colour that feels fresh as well as equally timeless, dill green is one to try. And it's not just handbags, expect to see this playful colour in clothing, shoes and jewellery form over the next few months.
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Style Notes: Powder pink may not be a new shade, but fashion houses have given it an elegant refresh. Brands such as Fendi and Ferragamo showcased pretty pinks that are less like the bubblegum Barbie-era pinks we saw back in 2023. and instead more muted and understated. This allows the softer hue to easily take the place of your white, cream or beige handbags for a slightly more romantic summer look. Whether you pair it with a classic white blouse or toughen it up with some double denim, this sweet hue has solidified itself as a natural in its own right.
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Style Notes: Chocolate brown might initially strike you as an autumn/winter staple, but this deeper hue has stuck around for summer 2025. Rich, smooth and effortlessly chic, this shade will add a grown-up edge to any outfit. Several brands from boho-inspired Zimmerman to the forever preppy Miu Miu showcased chocolate brown bags in their ready-to-wear presentations, proving that the style can work for literally every style and aesthetic. And the best part? You can carry this shade no matter the season, with chocolate brown fitting seamlessly into summer as well as winter. The bag shade looks especially luxe in classic fabrications such as leather or suede, which often come at a higher price point. However, the high street also had a range of affordable options that look just as sleek.
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Style Notes: Few colours are able to demonstrate the easy, breezy vibe of summer like sky blue. Light, airy and no less versatile than its moodier navy counterpart, sky blue is perfect for adding a subtle touch of colour to a neutral outfit, and it's showing up in every silhouette imaginable for summer. I personally love Versace's take (shown above) of a chic vanity bag in the pared-back hue, but there are also plenty of roomy totes and timeless shoulder bags on the market at the moment.
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Style Notes: Yellow has been popping off for a few years now, but instead of the paler iterations us minimalists are used to, designers opted for more buttery tones that are sure to stand out this summer. Everyone from Chanel and Jacquemus to Lacoste showcased buttery handbags in every size and silhouette imaginable. It's bold enough to make a statement, but its close proximity to beige and cream means it can easily replace any neutral of your choosing without looking out of place.
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