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Bracelet bags are the accessory trend to know – and follow. We saw leading designer brands showcase all over the Autumn Winter 2024 runway; from Chanel to Chloe, Gabriela Hearst to Prada, Alaia, Alexander McQueen, and many more.
Bracelet bags are not just any bag, they are a hybrid between a bracelet and a bag, though it is not to be confused with a clutch bag with a wrist strap. We have seen plenty of handbags with a strap to slip your hand into to ensure you have it on you at all times, but they can look a bit old fashioned, which is why we love the bracelet bag as it offers a modern spin on the style.
The main standout feature is a bracelet bag feature a giant metal bangle as a strap, perhaps a buckle belt strap, or a chain attachment to clasp onto your valuables.
The strap shouldn’t be a leather or plain chain like many designs, the key here is to find a bag where the strap adds extra sparkle to your whole outfit, rather than a practical afterthought. What we mean by this is if you saw the metallic bracelet strap on someone’s wrist, it could easily be confused for a bangle.
This trend may sound familiar to a millennial, and you’d be right. This trend was a go-to circa 2010, and now it is back it is giving many of us a taste of nostalgia.
The bracelet bag is best suited for eveningwear or formal occasions – any time you can leave the house with minimal valuables.
There are plenty of styles to shop from high end and high street stores. Ever on the lookout for a bargain, we have whittled down our favourite bracelet bags to take you from date night to cocktails with your besties, to the accessory to complete your wedding guest ensemble.
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Dune Primrose S in Gold
This design is slightly oversized to be considered a small clutch bag, plus it has different handles so you can style it as a handbag, wear over the shoulder, over your wrist or in your hand. It features an interchangeable gold chain handle, as well as an adjustable leather handle. The bag itself features a woven exterior similar to Bottega Veneta’s artistry, and features a magnetic close top with an internal zip up pocket.
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Bianca Ball Mesh Handle Bag
The Bianca Bag is the perfect accessory for a night out.The gold mesh outer delivers the glitz and the glamour, while the bracelet ring strap makes it look even more high end, plus it is easy to hold. The two bracelets are to be held together, so when it is sat on your wrist it resembles two bangles.It features a zip fastening to ensure your belongings are safe and out of sight from prying eyes.
BUY NOW FOR £83
River Island Metal Handle Cylinder Bag
The River Island Metal Handle Cylinder Bag looks very similar to Chloe’s Kiss Bag, but for a fraction of the price. Made from polyurethane to create a faux leather aesthetic to contrast the hard metallic detail, this bag will complement any look.
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Maniere De Voir Chain Plaited Rope Handbag
A chic spin on the bracelet bag, this Maniere De Voir bag features a standout chunky twisted rope strap, which hugs the entire bag. The rope handle has been entwined with a chain to add an extra dimension to this stylish bag.It boasts one compartment, which is concealed with a zip fastening.
BUY NOW FOR £89.99 (WAS £119.99)
Charles & Keith Satin Ruched Ring-Handle Bag
For a classic bracelet bag look no further than this Charles & Keith creation. The body has been crafted from super smooth satin, and features subtle pleated detail to help create the squoval shape.The metallic rings can be held in your hand, or dangled from your wrist. While it comes in three colourways, stock is selling out fast.
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Autograph Suede Grab Bag
At first glance this M&S bag may look like another cross body bag, but you’d be wrong. The suede design features two metallic hoops at each end of the bag, which are to be held together so the bag becomes more compact.However, it does include a detachable crossbody strap to take this bag from day to night. The bag is fully lined, and features a zip top, as well as zip-up pocket inside.
BUY NOW FOR £89
JW PEI Orla Vegan Leather Weave Mini Grab Bag
It’s giving Bottega Veneta – but for less. The vegan leather fabric has been plaited to create a similar woven texture to the designer alternative.The mini handbag is fitted with a metallic hardware top handle, though it also comes with a detachable crossbody strap too. The mini bag is ultra stylish, and a timeless shape you can style with the classic 'jeans and a nice top' or a feminine dress and heels.
BUY NOW FOR £130
ASOS DESIGN Hardcase Scoop Clutch in Gold
A hard case clutch bag can be problematic for those who love to cram things in their bag, as there is often no wriggle room like there is in a fabric design. This metallic clutch is circular in shape with a fixed top handle you can hold in your hands, lip onto your wrist or even down to your elbow, depending on your style.It is a chic accessory that will instantly add drama to any evening look.
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