Summer Bags: Stay Stylish When Temperatures Rise

When summer arrives and the wardrobe changes, it is tempting to refresh your handbag collection too. Looking for something minimal so you can dance hands-free until late at night, or enough room for your essentials in case an impromptu weekend getaway appears? There is a luxury bag for every summer moment. Here are our suggestions for the perfect warm-weather companion - when it comes to leather goods, of course.

Tote bags for stylish day trips

If your handbag is not exactly a model of organization during the rest of the year, we would rather not imagine what happens in summer. To carry a swimsuit, book and sunglasses case without risking sunscreen leaking over everything, tote bags are an excellent option. Their roomy interiors and smaller pockets make it easy to carry everything you need for a beach day or an afternoon in the park.

Among our favorite tote styles, the Louis Vuitton Neverfull is one of the most practical. Its supple construction lets you carry plenty while keeping an elegant silhouette. For a chic touch even by the sea, Chanel Grand Shopping totes with their quilted finish are always a strong choice. Bottega Veneta also offers beautiful totes in pastel shades that feel perfect for summer.

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Backpacks for practical days out

Small backpacks are back in the spotlight, and we are delighted. Ideal for an afternoon of shopping or a day at a theme park, these accessories let you walk around hands-free. We love both their practicality and their very current 1990s-inspired look.

Major designers have created backpacks that are as functional as they are elegant. Louis Vuitton introduced designs such as the Mabillon, whose clean lines still feel contemporary. At Secondement, you can also discover vintage bags including Louis Vuitton Lockme backpacks.

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Crossbody bags for stylish city breaks

Many luxury bags with top handles are now also sold with detachable straps. Larger shoulder and crossbody bags, including the Louis Vuitton Keepall, are ideal for an impromptu road trip or a city break with friends. You can even slip a smaller pouch inside for essentials such as your passport. Spacious enough for a weekend away, these elegant designs can make you feel like a movie star holidaying on the Mediterranean coast.

From the Louis Vuitton Speedy, famously carried by Audrey Hepburn, to roomy Prada designs, crossbody bags are summer essentials.

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Clutches for light summer evenings

Summer evenings mean lively nights out. Clutches are perfect companions: discreet enough for rooftop drinks and practical enough for dancing without worrying about your belongings. They hold the essentials - lipstick, cards and tickets - while showing your love for great designers. A trendy summer outfit or a Chanel bag? Fortunately, you do not have to choose.

Whatever the season, iconic chain bags from the great fashion houses are reliable choices. You cannot go wrong with a Chanel Timeless or a Monogram bag from Saint Laurent. We also love the mini Chloé Faye, an elegant design that looks especially good with a little white dress or wide-leg linen trousers.

Color and summery details

Summer is also the perfect time to step outside your usual style and embrace something more original. From the bright colors of Dior bags to the charming floral prints of Gucci, the great luxury houses know how to bring energy to a summer wardrobe.

Summer gives you every excuse to bring out the bold bag you usually save for special occasions: fringe for a beach party, sequins for dinner on the Croisette, or a metallic finish for a romantic evening walk. If not now, when?

You can find these summer bag styles in the Secondement online boutique. Dozens of pre-owned bags are waiting to enjoy the holidays and sunshine with you. And while summer is here, take the opportunity to care for your winter bags too by following our maintenance tips.