The Festive Designer Bags We’re Bringing For Christmas Parties

Everywhere you go is really beginning to look a lot like Christmas – lights fill the streets, Mariah Carey is climbing up the charts again, and your calendar is likely booked with back-to-back dinner parties. With just so much cheer filling the air, remember to spread some to your wardrobe, too. Let this be the moment you tick a few things off your wish list, say, a bag (or two) of your dreams. After all, you’ve made it through the year, and what better way to end it than with an arm candy just as festive as this giving season. 

1. Chanel 25 metallic grained calfskin leather handbag, $8,760, Chanel

The Chanel 25 originally made headlines when first seen on the arms of the French maison’s ambassadors, Dua Lipa and Jennie of Blackpink. Their Cruise collection introduced a new mini size with metallic finishes that perfectly embodies the energy of this season – who needs a plus one when you’ve got this silver bag?

2. Paddington grained leather bag, $3,900, Chloe

In March 2025, Chemena Kamali re-introduced the iconic bag of 2005, first designed by her predecessor at Chloe, Phoebe Philo. If you’re planning on returning back to your boho roots, the Paddington the bag to channel that energy for Christmas.

3. Metal and nappa lambskin clutch, $16,500, Loewe x Louis Wain

Louis Wain was famously known as “The Man Who Drew Cats”. In collaboration with Loewe, the British artist’s charming feline characters appear across bags and ready-to-wear that are fitting for this joyous season; now, “The Man Who Turned Bags Into Cats” can officially be added to his title.

4. Mini B Clip cotton-blend and leather messenger bag, $2,890, Burberry

Burberry’s iconic checkered pattern has long served as a visual barometer of many things – among them the drop in temperature that instantly signals Christmas is on its way. What better way to welcome the festive season with a bag that embodies that unmistakable holiday spirit?

5. DeVain jacquard lurex fabric shoulder bag, $3,280, Valentino

One of the very first bag silhouettes that Alessandro Michele introduced to Valentino as its new creative director, the DeVain bag is all parts dreamy and whimsical (see their newest campaign). This version in green embroidered jacquard fabric captures the spirit of Christmas so perfectly.

6. Cotton canvas with sequins bag, $1,550, Tory Burch

Tory Burch’s Pierced bags have made rounds on a number of social media platforms – TikTok, Pinterest, Instagram – you name it, it’s everywhere. Embellished with sequins, floral embroidery, and beads, it’s as merry as a bag can get for the holiday season.

7. Toujours calfskin leather tote bag, $5,600, Dior

This gold-tone iteration of Dior’s Toujours bag is a true statement-maker, timeless yet infused with just the right touch of holiday spirit.

8. Petit Sac Noir nappa leather bucket bag, $4,850, Prada

In a quintessential Christmas hue, this mini bucket bag imbues any outfit with a colourful and festive energy. Plus, it offers ample space that is just enough to stuff all your party essentials and more – though maybe skip stuffing the turkey stuffing in it.

9. Half Horsebit leather bag, $2,600, Gucci

The new Gucci Half Horsebit bag takes on the brand’s most emblematic codes, now softened with a relaxed shape and adorned with the signature hardware. This deep green version makes the perfect choice for when you want to subtly and elegantly channel the Christmas tree.

10. Andiamo ostrich leather clutch, $9,930, Bottega Veneta

’Tis the season to be jolly, and what is jollier than Bottega Veneta’s Andiamo clutch in gold ostrich leather that could bring cheer even to the most monochromatic outfit of all.