I'm not blowing any minds when I say that the last few years have seen us turn away from the classic black leather bag to a more bohemian, casual accessory – the brown bag. Leather, suede, intrecciato or nylon, they're everywhere at the moment. With Pierpaolo Piccioli's new Summer 26 edition of the Balenciaga Le City, and the LOEWE Amazona at the top of luxury wish lists, the brown bag trend is only gaining inertia.

I for one, have been ready to die on the brown bag hill for a while now. The perfect 70s-inspired bohemian accessory, it still carries all the luxury, pragmatism and versatility of black bags, but with a distinctive edge. Still very much a neutral, they are an enduring and classic investment – and there are plenty of tones to choose from (whether you're drawn toward toffee-coloured suedes or deep and rich mahogany leathers). There's the added uniqueness in that brown leather often develops a unique patina as it ages, enhancing its character and beauty.

If you're looking to add one to your rotation, we've done some digging to bring you our selection of where to shop the best brown bags right now...

1. Balenciaga Le City

2. Oroton Mica Crackle Broguing Mini Bowler

3. FREJA NYC Mini Chrystie Bag

4. Acne Studios Brown Camero Party Suede Bag

5. BOTTEGA VENETA Parachute Bag in Fondant

6. July Juliette Frame Weekender

7. Cult Gaia Kazia Nano Bag

8. Yu Mei Joan Bag

9. Elleme Trousse Bag

10. St Agni Minimal Pocket Bag

11. Brie Leon Alma Bag

12. COS Folio Bag

13. LOEWE Amazona 180

14. Anonymous Copenhagen Versa Everyday Bag

15. Gucci Mercato 

16. Charles & Keith Victoria Belted Trapeze Tote

17. KIKO KOSTADINOV Brown Trivia Bag

18. Palorosa Quadretti in Medium

Looking to keep your finger on the pulse? We've also rounded up the top bag trends we're predicting for 2026, and the best chic-but-slouchy bags we're loving at the moment.