Functional handbags are definitely my love language. Every season, I’m closely eyeing the runways for the latest mid-size handbag trend worth adding to my closet. I usually look for something practical and functional, but still on trend.
This season with the utilitarian aesthetic taking off, the pocket shoulder bag was a clear front-runner. Although there are dreamy aspirational runway versions from designers like Miu Miu, Altuzarra, and Hermès, I set out to find more affordable options that still feel exciting.
The below 24 bags are on my shopping list for nailing this trend.