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Beaded Bags for Every Occasion

Beaded bags
Design: theSkimm | Photo: Staud, Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie
November 9, 2023

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When it comes to bags, beads do it best. Whether you’re looking to replace your boring office bag or need the perfect compliment to your end-of-year sequin outfit, we’ve got options for you. From delicately embroidered patterns to vintage styles, it’s out with the old and in with the beads. 

Beaded bags
Staud

A cult-favorite beaded bag with intricate designs…

It’s hand-beaded and has a perfect shoulder strap so you can go hands-free. There’s an inner pocket with a zip that’ll fit your wallet, phone, and make-up must-haves with room to spare. Going into the office? Snag this tote bag in the same design that’ll fit your laptop, notebook, and anything else you need. ($250, Staud)

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Beaded bag
Modcloth

A flower bag inspired by vintage designs…

Get your blast from the past with this single-compartment mini tote. It’s made from a bunch of disco-shaped beads in pastel colors and has a long strap you can throw over your shoulder. ($89, Modcloth)

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Wooden bag
Revolve

A bag with wooden beads that’s easy to tote…

It has canvas lining and a structured frame that can stand up on its own. We love the easy color scheme and subtle nod to the brand via the brown beads in the middle. Pair it with a floppy straw hat and your favorite pair of sandals for your next tropical getaway. ($165, Revolve)

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Brown beads
Revolve

A brown bag that’ll make you wanna go on vacation…

The handle, the color, the size — it all screams night out on the (beach) town. This one’s made from heavy acrylic beads that’ll hold their structure, and customers say it’s the perfect outfit addition for a casual outing. ($130, Revolve)

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Handmade bags
QueenJewelsByTheresa via Etsy

A handmade bag that’s got tons of room…

Support small businesses and get a one-of-a-kind bag? Sounds like a win-win. This beaded tote has an intricate design and tons of space. It’s super versatile, and customers say the pictures don’t do it justice. ($125, QueenJewelsByTheresa)

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Champagne bag
Anthropologie

A bag that’ll get you in the party mood…

Corks will go flying and flutes will clink when you take this bag out on the town. It’s made from super delicate glass beads and has a cotton lining and inner pocket so your items will stay safely tucked away. Add this one to cart for your festive outings and this one for every day. ($88, Anthropologie)

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Clutch
Amazon

A blinged-up clutch perfect for new years…

Stuff your phone, credit card, and lipstick in this tiny clutch and head to your next gathering. It comes in three different shapes and 20 different beaded options, and has a tiny strap you can loop onto your wrist so it won’t get lost. ($19.99, Amazon)

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Beaded bag
Ssense

A bucket bag that’s the best of both worlds…

We’re absolutely obsessed with this take on the beaded bag. It’s super subtle and not too flashy, so you can dress it up or down. It’s made from high-quality materials — leather and recycled polyester satin — with gold-tonal hardware that elevate it one step further. ($495, Ssense)

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Beaded bag
Urban Outfitters

A beaded bag perfect for the silver lover…

Disco who? Disco you. We can’t get over this over-the-top bag made from oversized metal balls in different sizes. It can hold your phone and wallet and has no top flap so it’s easy to get into. Psst… if it needs a cleaning, the brand recs simply wiping clean and leaving to dry. ($59, Urban Outfitters)

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Beaded bag
Revolve

A mesh bag with wooden accents…

This one reminds us of an oversized coin purse with a handle. It has a classic look with subtle modern twists. We love the baby blue color and magnetic frame that’s easy to open and close — but you can also snag it in white for an option that’ll always match your outfit. ($115, Revolve)

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