Why the Slouchy Shoulder Bag is Perfect for Post-Pandemic Life

From Louis Vuitton to Khaite, designers are making a case for the slouchy shoulder bag.

Why the Slouchy Shoulder Bag is Perfect for Post-Pandemic Life

The slouchy shoulder bag is back. As we reemerge—whether that entails a return to office life, resuming dinner dates with old friends, or planning travels for the summer—there’s an appetite for the best slouchy handbags that are soft yet comfortable to carry. Recently during the Resort 2022 collections, Louis Vuitton made a case for the silhouette, as did Khaite and Balmain, who showcased their own iterations on the catwalk. Louis Vuitton presented their signature monogrammed versions, Khaite displayed their classic minimalist take, and over at Balmain, slouchy bags were oversized and front and center. And just last week, Altuzarra released their new Duo bag collection, which features their own unstructured shoulder bag. Altuzarra’s version, however, takes it a step further by offering it in a reversible option—why choose just one color when you can have two?

This accessories trend seems to wink at the comfort we’ve all been seeking as of late. We need practicality in our handbags, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t be cushy and soft. Just as our wardrobes are shifting from cozy pajamas to double-duty dresses and our winter slippers to summer shoes, we’re all looking to ease back, rather than rush. Ahead, shop 24 best slouchy handbags for post-pandemic life perfect for all occasions—work, play, travel, and beyond.

Altuzarra Duo mini reversible texutured-leather shoulder bag

Demellier midi Milan leather shoulder bag

The Row everyday leather shoulder bag

Cuyana oversized double loop bag

Anthropologie slouchy tote bag

Imago-A Plis leather shoulder bag

Mango pleated bucket bag

Loewe Paula's Ibiza Balloon colorblock canvas hobo bag

Coach Ergo shoulder bag 33

Prada Re-Edition 2006 nylon chain shoulder bag

Khaite small Beatrice hobo shoulder bag

Staud navy Scotty bag

Staud off-white large chain Sasha bag

Bottega Veneta small Jodie

JW Anderson medium chain-strap leather shoulder bag

JW Pei Gabbi bag

Balenciaga Tool 2.0 tote

Salvatore Ferragamo

Isabel Marant Moskan raffia and leather shoulder bag

Frame Le Switch hobo bag

Everlane canvas basket tote

Rebecca Minkoff chain hobo bag

Fendi Croissant small shoulder bag

Wandler Lin leather handbag

This story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Julie Tong