Spring's Hottest Bags!

Get the scoop on which designer bags – from Balenciaga to Gucci – are the must-haves of the season. Plus: Looks for less! By Andrea DeSimone

01 of 20

BALENCIAGA

BALENCIAGA
courtesy Balenciaga

Nothing says spring like florals. The star-favorite studded bag gets a spring update – bright yellow leather and floral-printed cotton.

02 of 20

LOUIS VUITTON

LOUIS VUITTON
courtesy Louis Vuitton

Part of a limited edition collaboration with artist Richard Prince, the classic initial print fades to the backdrop as spring’s hottest hues – purple, green and blue – swirl around witty love jokes. Good luck getting one – you have to specially order the “Monogram Jokes Heartbreak” bag!

03 of 20

JIMMY CHOO

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courtesy Jimmy Choo

Already an A-list favorite, the shoe designer’s “Saba” hits another major spring trend – safari! – with its pony-skin zebra print and African-inspired bangles. Hilary Duff, Halle Berry and Kate Bosworth have already scooped up the style.

04 of 20

VERSACE

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courtesy Versace

It’s all about color! Versace’s plissé calfskin “Bubble” bags come in every shade, from neon orange to bright turquoise. The vibrant design has already been spotted on the shoulders of Fergie and Eva Longoria.

05 of 20

GUCCI

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courtesy Gucci

Necklines are getting glam with metallic embellishments, and spring bags are following suit. The Italian design house’s must-have “Joy” bag boasts shiny embellished flowers with black crocodile trim.

06 of 20

CHANEL

CHANEL
courtesy Chanel

Named after the legendary Rodeo Drive, this perforated metallic calfskin metal tote is just the thing to reflect the spring sunshine!

07 of 20

BURBERRY

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John Lawton

Forget that iconic plaid – this season the British design house ditches its signature print and introduces the “Warrior” bag. Adorned with celtic metal studs and alligator trim, this is one hot bag – Rachel Bilson’s already rocking hers.

08 of 20

DIOR BY JOHN GALLIANO

DIOR BY JOHN GALLIANO
John Lawton

The eccentric designer hits a bright note with the “Soft Babe” bag made in bold colors and prints like this sunshine yellow and wild zebra. Trendsetters like Sarah Jessica Parker, Heidi Klum and Mary-Kate Olsen are already toting this stylish accessory.

09 of 20

PRADA

PRADA
couresty Prada

Stylish with a dash of whimsy, the Prada “Fairy Bag” is so It that there is a massive wait-list for the artistic deerskin bag. Oscar winner Tilda Swinton already has been photographed with hers.

10 of 20

MICHAEL KORS

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courtesy Michael Kors

Ditch the big black bag and grab a white one for the warmer weather. The Project Runway judge has been selling out his “Beverly Runway Drawstring Satchel” in super-luxe white python, a design that new mom Jennifer Lopez owns.

11 of 20

CC SKYE

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courtesy CC Skye

When Katie Holmes spotted the new spring GiGi tote, she had to have it – before it even hit the shelves! The simple black leather tote with a sparkly gold belt is perfect for day-to-night use.

12 of 20

DEVI KROELL

DEVI KROELL

Known for her exotic skins, Devi Kroell hits the safari trend head-on with this orange and gray python bucket bag, a look that celebs like Anne Hathaway are already carrying.

13 of 20

TREESJE

TREESJE
courtesy Treesje

The celeb-favorite “Asher” bag – Lauren Conrad and Katherine Heigl both have it! – has gone blue for spring. Sticking with the season’s bold colors, this must-have will brighten up any outfit.

14 of 20

DOLCE & GABBANA

DOLCE & GABBANA

Taking a trend right off the runway, the Italian design house’s “Miss Romantique” handheld satchel is a favorite for the spring with its black and white detailing and exotic skin finish. Lindsay Lohan can’t stop carrying hers.

15 of 20

HOGAN

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courtesy Hogan

The Hogan “Soft Bag” is the perfect casual carry-all with its bright color and soft lightweight shell. Katherine Heigl has been showing off hers all over L.A.

16 of 20

ANYA HINDMARCH

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courtesy Anya

The British handbag designer has struck gold with the “Cooper.” The perfect day-to-day hobo with a glamorous metallic bottom has already become Angelina Jolie’s constant travel companion.

17 of 20

BOTKIER

BOTKIER
courtesy Sasha

Fashionistas like Blake Lively are loving Botkier’s remodeled “Sasha” duffle – and not just because of the chic new style. The cult favorite comes in the boldest patent shades of the season, from this bright blue to a sassy hot pink.

18 of 20

MIU MIU

MIU MIU
courtes Miu Miu

Going for the ultimate luxe feel, Miu Miu creates a red and black patchwork bag with an intricate braided handle to get ready for the warmer months to come.

19 of 20

JIL SANDER

JIL SANDER
courtesy Jill Sanders

Color shouldn’t be reserved only for the daytime. Jil Sander adds the boldest neon hues in exotic skins to tiny evening bags for spring.

20 of 20

THOMAS WYLDE

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courtesy Wylde

A favorite of the daring dressers Sienna Miller and Charlize Theron, Thomas Wylde carries the stud trend through another season with the rocker chic “Cleopatra” drawstring bag.

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