Spring into SS26 with stylish arm candies

As the dust settles on the SS26 runway shows, one thing is crystal clear: handbags are having their most playful and innovative moment in years. This season’s bag offerings feel particularly special—combining practical functionality with unexpected design twists that make each piece feel like a conversation starter. From Coach’s nostalgic hardware details to Celine’s architectural drama and Fendi’s hidden sparkle surprises, luxury houses are proving that the humble handbag can be both an everyday essential and a work of art. Gone are the days of choosing between form and function. It’s a refreshing departure from the minimalist bag trends of recent seasons, signalling a return to bags that feel genuinely special and worth the investment.

Here are the standout new releases that are set to define your arm candy for the coming Spring/Summer 2026 season.

Take a look at all the new bags that were spotted on the Spring/Summer 2026 runway shows: 

Coach’s Kisslock Barrel Bag

From the Coach Tabby bag to the Empire Carry-All and the Brooklyn bag, the New York-based fashion house has a new arm candy to fawn over—the Kisslock Barrel bag. Shaped like a cylinder with two shoulder straps, the new bag is reminiscent of an East to West bag, but with a twist. Named ‘Kisslock’, the bag features a Kisslock closure, perfect for stashing miniature things like your keys, lipsticks and more.

Celine New Luggage Bag

Taking inspiration from the Phantom bag, the Celine New Luggage bag is a new contemporary, boxy bag that stands out for its dramatic side wings.  Known as the “smiley” face because of the placement of the handles and zip on the front, which mimics a grin, the New Luggage bag will complement your outfits seamlessly. 

Fendi Sequin-Lined Bags

Fendi hasn’t necessarily strayed from its modus operandi when it comes to bags, but it has added a twist. The Peekaboo’s now are encrusted with a little sparkle when the sides of the bag are flailed open—from pink to green and blue.

Moschino Tote Bag

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Different from their whimsical and unique bags, Moschino takes the hobo route with their latest tote bag that’s adorned with geometric patchwork designs during the SS26 runway show.