There once was a time, in the not too distant past, when polish equalled perfection. Handbags were kept carefully in dust bags, pulled out only for special occasions, and never stuffed too full for fear of damage. But in 2025, we've officially entered a new era — one defined by a reach  for staples that exude lived-in sensibilities. We're talking about designer handbags that we can throw around that carry all of our essentials (lord knows the list is endless), and if you’re brave enough, chuck them down on the floor at a restaurant.

With places to be and junk to carry around, micro purses simply aren't cutting it anymore. Enter: the slouchy bag. Yes, those softer, relaxed silhouettes have become a symbol of modern luxury, which specialises in laissez-faire. The runway has been no stranger as of late to a slouchy bag, channelling a rushed-out-of-the-house-to-run-errands aura – even down to the handgrip. At Matthieu Blazy's debut CHANEL collection, bags went down the runway un-fastened — as though their wearer was too busy, too important to close it. Isabel Marant had us dreaming of slouchy, cargo-style bags for Spring Summer 26, while Gucci proved that they style could extend to clutches, too. And Jack and Lazaro then put their flair on the silhouette for Loewe, reimagining the beloved Amazona 180, worn unzipped and half-open. Call it tardiness, but make it chic. 

There’s something indescribably chic about having a rotation of signature items that you reach for, always well-loved and always well-worn. Jane Birkin was the blueprint of this silhouette, lugging around her namesake tote rallies and soirées alike, always overflowing with the detritus of a life well lived. It was her identifier, one that encapsulated the authenticity a handbag can represent. And in all transparency, it's a status we've all been chasing since. If you're looking to covet the silhouette, peep our selects and shop our favourite slouchy bags, below.

Shop the slouchy bag trend

1. Balenciaga City Bag

2. Kassl Editions Crossbody

3. Paloma Wool Riba Zip

4. The Attico La Passeggiata 

5. Bottega Veneta Hop

6. The Row Bindle suede shoulder bag

7. MM6 Triangle Tote

8. Aest Studios Capture Super Tote Bag

9. Kallmeyer Toulon Slouch Bag

10. Toteme Textured Leather Tote

11. Isabel Marant Bolton Distressed Leather Shoulder Bag

12. Gucci Beautrix maxi horsebit-detailed leather-trimmed debossed suede tote

13. Chloé Balloon full-grain leather tote bag