36 Suede Bags We’re Adding to Cart—From Shoulder Bags to Slouchy Styles

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Suede, suede, suede! While not new to fashion, we can only describe the material’s epic resurgence as exceptional. Brands are taking note and utilizing the luxe, soft handle for jackets, belts, kitten heels, and notably, handbags. The new crop of suede handbags on the market proves they can be sophisticated, modern, and unique.

Vogue’s Favorite Suede Bags:

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The Soft Work Bag
Banana Republic large leather east-west tote
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The Under-$300 Find
J.Crew Berkeley bucket bag
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The East-West Option
Alaïa Le Teckel shoulder bag
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What’s additionally stimulating is that, at the moment, designers are playing with a range of silhouettes that show off suede’s versatility. There are slouchy, relaxed shapes from The Row and Massimo Dutti—styles that pair easily with leather midiskirts and sporty outerwear. In that vein, Flattered and Gucci are reimagining the hobo bag, amplifying the bohemian nature of suede—in chocolate brown and sandy beige. In contrast, polished and ladylike shapes are trending, both in handbags and in outfit formulas, with structured top-handle shapes from Métier, Toteme, and J.Crew. There are luxe investment styles that will stand the test of time, and more affordable options to experiment with the trend before plunging into the deep end.

Ahead, find a range of the best suede bags worthy of adding to your collection now—and forever.

The Under $500 Edit:

Find a variety of stylish yet affordable suede handbags—all for under $500. From high-street favorites like J.Crew s mini top-handle bag to Madewell s extra-large suede bucket bag, partaking in the suede persuasion needn’t cost a fortune.

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Zara

leather maxi bucket bag

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Coach

suede Empire Carryall 34 tote

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large suede tote bag

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Flattered

Alva big bag

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J.Crew

Berkeley bucket bag

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Massimo Dutti

split leather Lady bag

Tote Bags

For work and beyond, the tote bag has become a go-to for busy women everywhere. Moreover, the suede tote bag is an easy way to elevate an outfit, effortlessly. From Coach to Everlane, discover large-than-life styles, and hand-held finds.

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Banana Republic

large leather east-west tote

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The Row

Park nubuck tote

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Everlane

Studio market tote

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Coach

Gramercy tote bag

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Cos

Gallery tote bag

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Métier

Vérité City braided suede tote

Slouchy Bags

For the antithesis of the structured bag, look to the slouchy shoulder bag. There are boho (or hobo) iterations, from Gucci to Etro, and more modern takes to indulge in from The Row and Khaite.

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The Row

small Bindle in suede

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Gucci

B medium shoulder bag

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Kassl Editions

Anchor suede tote

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Liffner

Pillow hobo bag

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Etro

belted suede hobo bag

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Khaite

Lotus tote

Bucket Bags

A type of bag that never goes out of style? The bucket bag. Practical, and chic, there are entire brands (hello, Mansur!) that have built their empire surrounding this tall, shoulder-strap silhouette. For a suede take, look to Toteme, Little Liffner, and Tory Burch.

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Liffner

belted bucket bag

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Toteme

belted suede tote

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Tory Burch

Romy suede hobo bag

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Mansur Gavriel

Everyday Cabas bag

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Madewell

suede Essentials bucket tote

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Saint Laurent

Le 5 à 7 supple bag

Structured Bags

Ladylike, structured bags are still making waves—and this season is all about the categories rigid, regal edges.

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Ferragamo

Hug ribbed-suede tote

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Balenciaga

Le City embellished tote

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Burberry

B Clip Messenger bag

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Reformation

oversized Patrizia bag

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Elleme

Trousse suede shoulder bag

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Bottega Veneta

Andiamo bag

Shoulder Bags

You can t go wrong with a 90s-inspired shoulder bag—the style is an essential for chic, everyday dressing. Discover high-end options from Alaia and Khate, or opt for more affordable finds from Staud and J.Crew.

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Alaïa

Le Teckel shoulder bag

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Staud

Taru suede shoulder bag

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Khaite

Simona shoulder bag

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Staud

Sylvie shoulder bag

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Miu Miu

Aventure suede bag

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J.Crew

Berkeley shoulder bag