18 Baguette Bags That Look Expensive However Much You Spend

last updated 15 July 2022

If there's one accessory that epitomises the '90s, it's surely the baguette bag. Just one glimpse at its teeny proportions and dainty shoulder strap will take you thundering down memory lane to a time when jeans were low-slung and crop tops were plentiful. For me, the trend has connotations of chick-flick heroines, glamazon girl-band members and, well, Regina George. As an accessory, it certainly had a particular "look" attached to it.

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I prefer low-key silhouettes and practical handbags, so it's fair to say that I was initially dubious about the baguette's return to fame. But before you dismiss it like I did, let me assure you that the current iteration has a different flavour than the '90s and Y2K originals. Along with many other summer trends, the baguette 2.0 has taken on a more minimalist spin, and the majority of styles this season come unprinted in shades of black, brown, cream and faded pastel.

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Designed to sit nicely with tailored shirting, loose-fit jeans, sharp blazers and slouchy sweaters, the bag adds polish to basic outfit pairings, as many of our favourite influencers have been showcasing. If you're worried about the price tags of the designer iterations beloved by Carrie Bradshaw and crew, rest assured that the high street has delivered a bounty of winning styles that can fit into any budget. This is also a trend that lends itself to buying second-hand, so if you fancy a pre-loved look, head over to Vestiaire Collective or Etsy, and keep your eyes peeled. I've also included a few options below.

Scroll down to see and shop the throwback bag that won't cost you the earth this summer.

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Throwback to the '90s with a vintage check baguette bag, as seen on Anne-Laure Mais.

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Go tonal with a matchy-matchy skirt and jumper. Then add a colour-coordinated baguette.

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Why not use your baguette to add a pop of colour to a casual weekend look à la Lucy Williams?

Shop the Best Baguette Bags on the Market

Oroton

Cinder Baguette Leather Shoulder Bag

I really love Oroton bags.

JW Pei

Joy Vegan Leather Baguette Bag

This also comes in bright red.

Saint Laurent

Leather Shoulder Bag

Styles with designer logos are always in demand.

Fendi

Baguette Cloth Handbag

The OG baguette bag.

Mango

Printed Shoulder Bag

This orange shade feels so on-trend.

The Row

Half Moon Leather Shoulder Bag

The perfect baguette bag for minimalists.

Staud

Kaia Riviera Panelled Leather Shoulder Bag

This is so cool.

Benedetta Bruzziches

Pina Bausch Crystal-Embellished Satin Shoulder Bag

Benedetta Bruzziches is the handbag brand to bookmark this season.

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Leather Shoulder Bag

This also comes in classic black.

Balenciaga

XX Small Flap Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag

I have a major thing for mock-croc finishes.

By Far

+ Mimi Cuttrell Glossed-Leather Shoulder Bag

This feels so intrinsically '90s.

By Far

Miranda Croc-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag

So glossy.

Burberry

Leather-Trimmed Checked Coated-Canvas Shoulder Bag

The iconic Burberry checks only add to the throwback appeal.

Mango

Patent Leather Shoulder Bag

Azure is a big trend for 2022.

Arket

Rhinestone Shoulder Bag

This looks so high-end.

By Far

Leather Bag in Green

Another excellent baguette option from By Far.

Gucci

Ophidia Webbing-Trimmed Textured-Leather and Printed Coated-Canvas Shoulder Bag

Monogramming like this will never date.

Charles & Keith

Pink Mini Sabrina Envelope Shoulder Bag

This will add a fun twist to any outfit.

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Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over thirteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content specifically for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their SEO strategy and keyword planning, works closely with the beauty team on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media, including her own Who What Wear UK TikTok franchise, French Style Fridays. Previously, Maxine appeared on ITV's This Morning in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o.

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