Fashion

Pretty In Pastels: 17 Bags To Wear This Season

Prepare for a spring awakening

by Jenna Igneri

Spring is here and warmer weather is starting to become the norm. With that, the transition of your wardrobe from winter to spring is imminent. Soon enough, coats will be a thing of the past and it will be acceptable to wear a T-shirt outside without freezing to death. With the excitement of this spring enlightenment on the horizon, we can’t help but feel an urge to break away from the dark colors we wore all winter long and refresh our spring wardrobe's lineup.

Pastels for spring are certainly not a groundbreaking concept, but it’s undeniable that they instantly spruce up a drab wardrobe and ring in the arrival of warmer temperatures. It’s time to start working on spring-ifying” our everyday looks, and there's no easier or less overwhelming way to begin than with accessories. This season’s bags are unique in shape and texture—and available in a range of prettiest pastel shades, from peachy pink to powder blue.

We rounded up 17 of the cutest pastel bags of the season (all for under $400) to give our wardrobes a reboot. Click through the gallery below for a sartorial spring awakening.

Photo courtesy of The Cambridge Satchel Company.

The Cambridge Satchel Company, The Small Cloud Bag, $195, available at The Cambridge Satchel Company.

Photo courtesy of Loeffler Randall.

Loeffler Randall, Mini Rider, $395, available at Loeffler Randall.

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Vince Camuto, "Small Mila" Crossbody Bag, $58.80, available at Nordstrom.

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Daughter of Jon, Lilac Handbag, $104, available at NYLONshop.

Photo courtesy of Zara.

Zara, Backpack With Foldover Flap, $29.90, available at Zara.

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H&M, Small Suede Shoulder Bag, $49.99, available at H&M.

Photo courtesy of Baggu.

Baggu, Leather Backpack Pastel, $280, available at Baggu.

Photo courtesy of Forever 21.

Forever 21, Faux Leather Tote, $34.90, available at Forever 21.

Photo courtesy of ASOS.

ASOS, Double Handle Shopper Bag, $43, available at ASOS.

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Free People, Slouchy Vegan Tote, $68, available at Free People.   

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BDG, Suede Mini Messenger Bag, $49, available at Urban Outfitters.

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Vince Camuto, "Small Mila" Crossbody Bag, $58.80, available at Nordstrom.

Photo courtesy of Ted Baker.

Ted Baker, Ersilda Crosshatch Leather Mini Bucket Bag, $249, available at Ted Baker.

Photo courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff.

Rebecca Minkoff, Mini Suki Saddle Bag, $225, available at Rebecca Minkoff.   

Photo courtesy of & Other Stories.

& Other Stories, Metal Handle Leather Tote, $195, available at & Other Stories.

Photo courtesy of Aritzia.

Auxiliary, Micro Dalen Crossbody, $225, available at Aritzia.

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Aldo, Rocket Bag, $49.98, available at Aldo.