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Bag girlies!!  When Miu miu Beau bag was released last 2024, I totally fell in love with it..  The bag is so classic, it's still on demand and trending after two years after it's launch. (I am one who got so into that bag - *wink!).  This Spring/Summer 2026 expect new bowling bags (doctor's, east-west) are coming - with architectural arc, more structured and half moon handles. Mango Jacquard Bowling bag   P4,595.00 Mango Bowling bag buckle P3,295.00 Maise Carryall bag $448.00 Tory Burch Small Moto Quilt Bowler P24,500.00 Miu Miu Beau Bowling bag €1,965.00 Chloé Bowling bag embellished with charms €1,640.00

Who has not received a Trader Joe's tote as a "pasalubong" from your friends and family from the US?  This canvas tote have became one of the most coveted reusable bags worldwide.  Even well-known celebrities carry them.  It actually became a high fashion item..  2026 is the year when the world intensifies shifting to sustainability : By avoiding the use of single use plastic bags in order to protect the environment.   Here are some of the trendy reusable bags you can find: Classic Mini Tote Halloween Theme Mini Tote Easter Theme Mini Tote Easter Theme Large Tote Classic Large Totes are available in Blue, Red and Green Trader Joe's Tote - comes in two sizes Mini and Large.  This tote really started the trend.  It retails at $2.99 - $3.99 (approx. P180.00 - P265.00 each) according to Forbes online to is being sold on Ebay up to $50,000.00.  The tote also comes in variety of colors and designs, but the most popular is their classic tote with ...

Everyone's question is... will bag charms trend continue?  Or is it a dying trend?  My personal take is it will not really disappear: maybe Labubu or the Monster had it's time in 2025 , they need to get take the back seat this year. Bag charms give every bag a personality and uniqueness.  It also shows the personality of the one carrying the bag, especially nowadays people are more drawn to  quiet luxury bags and adding bag charms will surely make their bag stand out. What do we expect this year? source: Google source: Google Functional : Miniature keys, bottle opener, compact mirrors, mini pouches, tiny bags, and the like... moving on from The Monsters to these useful items.  We already saw this in third quarter of 2025, and it will be more visible this year. source: Google Multi-layer Maximalist : the aesthetic is mixing textures, multiple charms, personalized and slightly cluttered look.  Inspired by Y2K, playful and nostalgic elements. source: Chloe...

As promised here is the Part 2 of my Bag Trends forecast for 2026 .  But before I start, I hope the Part 1  (Bag Trends 2026 : Early Predictions Part 1) helped you choose which bag to get or maybe you have checked your closet which bag you have kept for a long time and this is the best moment to use it again.  The Barrel Marc Jacobs The Cargo Bag (source: Marc Jacobs) Spade Icon Small Barrel Bag (source: Kate Spade) Louis Vuitton Papillon (source: Louis Vuitton) The cylindrical shaped bag it's a small version of a duffle bag.  The only difference is that it's more structured.  This bag have come and go as far as I can remember, I hope to see a lot of this in the market that is budget friendly. The Bucket Mango Jacquard Bucket Bag (source: Mango) RL Canvas Witley Bucket Bag (source: Ralph Lauren) Dior Medium Signature Bucket Bag (source: Dior) Bucket bags continue to be on trend since it's revived by Mansur Gavriel in 2013.  The bucket shaped deep and...

I love sharing anything about bags.  As you know I am really into bags.  It does not matter if it's not a designer or luxury brand, but as long as I like it... I save to have it.  So the question is - What are the upcoming bag trends for 2026 ?  You may have it now in your closet or maybe you can find a better alternative if you cannot afford a luxury brand. The Fuzzy   Miss Fluffy Lady Miss Fluffy B-kin Bag Balmain Sync Bag (source: Balmain ) Fuzzy or Fluffy - whatever you call it.  Bags made with faux fur , this trend came about with the birth of plushie bag pendants - the Labubu and Jelly Cat .  The trend will definitely continue until 2026.  Well I have one, my Miss Fluffy bag or as some would call the Jellycat Birkin .   The Croissant Zara Metal Handle Hand bag (source: Zara ) Fendigraphy Mini (source: Fendi ) Balmain Sync Bag (source: Balmain) Well your guess is as good as mine.  It's the bag that is shaped like a croissa...

Another fashion trend is making a comeback this Spring 2025 !  Normally plaid prints are so popular during Autumn season but this year it came out a season earlier.  From the traditional tartans to updated color combinations.  Giving it a modern twist.  Personally I love Plaids ... be it on trousers or top...  find them very versatile and stylish.  You can easily pair, layer it with any outfit. Here are some ways to wear your Checks : source: Zara source: Zara 1. Co-ords (Coordinates) - I am truly obsessed with coordinates even those plain co-ords.    source: Zara source: Zara 2. Layering - A modern twist in layering outfits.  source: Zara source: Zara 3. Plaids on Plaids - combination of  two or three different checks pattern print .  I know not all can rock this.  But if you think you can pull this off... then do it! source: Muji source: Muji 4. Sundress - Last but the not the least this sundress or maxi dress , these ar...