The black bag has been one of the most essential accessories in the wardrobe for years. It's practical, goes with everything, and never goes out of style. However, this summer, more and more celebrities are ditching it in favor of bright and pastel-colored bags.
From Rihanna to Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Kendall Jenner, Sabrina Carpenter and Elle Fanning, stars are proving that summer 2026 is all about color. From lemon yellow to pink, these are the eight shades that are replacing the classic black bag.
Lemon yellow
Rihanna was among the first to embrace the trend, swapping her neutral-toned bags for a lime-yellow model. Taylor Swift later showed up with a bag in the same color.
Numerous runways declared this shade one of the most important of the season, and now it has become one of the most favorite choices outside of them.
Butter yellow
Although some thought this color would quickly go out of fashion, it continues to be one of the most sought-after. Sabrina Carpenter paired a bag in this shade with a pastel dress during a fashion show, while the same color has also been seen in many combinations of Selena Gomez and Gigi Hadid.
Strawberry red
Dua Lipa has made this shade an integral part of her summer wardrobe. During the Cannes Film Festival, she paired a purple dress with a strawberry red bag, creating one of the most eye-catching combinations of the season. Unlike classic red, this shade has a cooler undertone, which makes it look more elegant.
Metallic gold
Kendall Jenner surprised everyone with her choice during a trip, carrying a large metallic gold bag. For a character who usually prefers minimalism and neutral shades, this was an unusual choice, but one that fits in with the latest catwalk trends.
Mint green
Alexandra Leclerc turned heads at the Monaco Grand Prix with a mint-hued bag. At first glance, it looked white, but in the light, the pastel color was clearly visible, which has made a strong comeback this summer in the collections of the biggest fashion houses.
Layla
Actress McKenna Grace chose a purple bag during the same event, proving that this romantic color continues to be one of the most popular. Purple has returned to the catwalks and is increasingly being seen in accessories.
Bubblegum rose
Joey King brought a playful spirit with a bright pink bag, paired with an outfit of the same aesthetic. This shade brings back the energy of the "Barbie" style, but with a more modern and sophisticated interpretation.
Peony rose
Elle Fanning showed that even the softest shades of pink are an ideal choice for summer. Her small bag in peony pink easily combined with the rest of the outfit, while this color has also been seen on Olivia Rodrigo, Jennifer Lawrence and Bella Hadid.
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