Winter seems to be playing hide-and-go-seek with those of us in New York; it was a balmy 67 degrees yesterday afternoon while today is back in the 50s, as if Mother Nature is actually toying with us. Once the calendar turns to April, though, my glee for spring can hardly be contained. If I will myself to believe it’s warm outside, I don’t actually need a jacket, right?
Soon enough, though, it will be warm, and it might even stay that way for several months at a time. (That’s how this whole spring/summer thing works, right?) In anticipation of those months, or in generalized anticipation of someday taking a vacation (not holding me breath on that one), I’d like to present you with my favorite Spring 2012’s Beach Bags. One caveat, though: I play a bit fast and loose with the definition of the term “beach bag.” These aren’t necessarily all vessels to tote your sunscreen and trashy novels out to the sand; instead, these are bags of many uses that I’d like to take on my next beach trip.
The Frasqueira Louise Paris Rosa Master Bag: simple, elegant, and with just enough pink snakeskin trim to let you know that it doesn’t come cheap. $1190 via Net-a-Porter.
If Lanvin’s a little too rich for your blood, the Marc by Marc Jacobs Sami Woven Tote is roomy and functional for a much lower price tag. $350 via Net-a-Porter.
Geantă CALVIN KLEIN JEANS City Nylon Shoulder Bag K60K609300 BDS Kate Spade Bon Shopper Magazine Tote Shoulder Bag In Beige Faux Leather. $178 Small Scrunchie Faux Fur Top Handle Bag.
When packing for vacation, don’t forget that you’ll probably need a nightlife-friendly clutch. The vanity Kit Wash Bag was made to serve exactly that purpose. $795 via Net-a-Porter.
The LEMAIRE Camera boxy crossbody bag Braun is my favorite of the whole group – the colorfully striped straw and Balenciaga details blend the two aesthetics perfectly. $975 Small Scrunchie Faux Fur Top Handle Bag.
The Shimmering Textile Clutch Bag is a more traditional beach workhorse – functional, relatively inexpensive and patterned to avoid looking dirty or used. $285 via Net-a-Porter.
The By Malene Birger Don’t Lie Evidencia Bag is more of a traditional beach option with a trendy neon twist. $179 via ShopBop.
The Casablanca monogram motif crossbody bag is summery and colorful, but it’s not huge and hulking like most straw bags. Great for an afternoon of shopping. $195 Small Scrunchie Faux Fur Top Handle Bag.
Somehow, the Goji Mini Bamboo Hand Bag In Black Leather is both the plainest bag on this list and also one of my biggest favorites. The safari feel and crossbody structure make this bag perfect for a vacation that’s either luxe or adventurous – or both. $495 via Net-a-Porter.
The LEMAIRE Camera boxy crossbody bag Braun is awesome. Very functional as an everyday purse too I think, and not as finicky and fragile as their standard lambskin.
It is my favorite too! It is quirky but cool!
Quirky-cool! LOL.
The Balenciaga one is my favorite, I’ve always wanted one. I actually own the MK bag but mine is the tote (bigger but equally pretty) with the neon straps, I think it’s more fun than the traditional brown. I love it.
The Kate Spade on was on sale at my local Nordstrom today, but I can’t remember for how much
I am a new mom and I am looking for a fun beach bag to use as a fun baby bag when I go to FL in May I have been looking at bags for a few days now I couldn’t believe it when I read your post and you had picked three of the bags I am considering Trotter. The Tory Burch, DVF, and Marc Jacobs. I hadn’t seen the Michael Kors bag, but instead of a baby bag I would love it just for me that rich brown leather handle is striking against the straw.
The Kate Spade is my favorite. I love her print-inspired designs.
DVF
I don’t even like the too expensive for straw Lanvin bag with a boring strap.
The Balenciaga set is Coccinelle, chic and cool!
That and the M Kors are the only interesting bags. And the Balenciaga the one I’d buy!!
X Joy
Very nice bags! My favorite would be the Dian Von Furstenberg Kaya. Love the fabric and practicality to bring it to the beach.
Would love to share another bag that I make and list on Etsy, It is called Rest-a-Shore Bag.
Would love to hear back from you on any feedback.
Etsy.com Listing 70716131 Rest-a-Shore Bag
Cindy
LOL! The prices are ridiculous for a bag you would just take to the beach or on your vacation. The materials they are made of do NOT justify the tag. hahahhaahahaaaaa