Whether you’re after a bag for work, the weekend, or an evening out, a designer bag is definitely an investment and needs to be something you’ll love and get the use out of for many years to come. If you’ve been thinking about what bag is next to add to your collection, or you’re in the market for your first designer bag, look no further – I’ve rounded up some amazing investment bag options in this post.
If you’re working with a specific budget in mind, check out the Best Designer Bags Under $2,000 to Invest In, and if your budget is a little lower, the Best Designer Bags Under $1,000.
If you’re in the market for a bag that’s perfect for work, also have a read of the Best Designer Work Bags to Invest In. If you’re wanting something smaller for weekend errands or evening date nights, check out the Best Designer Cross Body Bags to Invest In.
It’s important to note that storing your designer bags properly will help keep them in their best condition for longer, and help prevent them from losing their shape over time. Make sure you check out our post on How to Store Designer Bags.
If you’re wanting to know more about some of these bags, I’ve also done a few reviews and #wimb on some of these bags over on my Instagram Stories under my Bag highlights. Over on my Instagram Reels I also have a few What’s In My Bag videos so you can see exactly what fits inside them!
From work totes to cross body bags, below are some of the best 2024 designer bags that are worth the investment.
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Best Designer Bags 2024
A Classic Chanel Bag
You really can’t go wrong investing in a classic Chanel bag in a neutral colour. Chanel bags are great investment pieces to add to your designer bag collection as their prices on classic styles should only go up. I have a dedicated post on the best Chanel bags to invest in 2024.
My top picks would be the Chanel Classic Flap bag (review here), which is an iconic style that will always be a great investment piece. The Chanel 19 bag (review here) is also one of my most used bags. The Chanel Wallet on Chain is a great smaller cross body style – it’s one of the Best Designer Crossbody Bags to Invest In.
The Chanel Wallet on Chain is a great little bag for when you’re out and about and not needing to carry much. To see exactly what can fit inside head to my Instagram and check out my ‘Bag’ story highlights. I would personally go with the caviar leather over the lambskin for both of these bags as it’s so much more durable.
Chanel bags can definitely be expensive so look out for some pre owned styles that are in a good condition. I’ve linked some below!
Celine Luggage Bag
My Celine Mini Luggage bag was one of the first designer bags I ever purchased and I still love it just as much today (although the nano size is now my favourite)! Structured and classic, the Celine Luggage tote is one of the most iconic Celine bags, and for a good reason. It comes in 3 sizes (Nano, Micro and Mini) and various colour ways. Read the full Celine Luggage review here.
These bags are great because they have one large compartment so they fit a lot (even the nano size!). They also have a couple of leather options depending on what style you prefer – smooth or drummed leather. I own the smooth calfskin in both the Mini and the Nano sizes – it does scratch more than the drummed leather but it’s supposed to hold its shape better over time.
To see exactly what can fit inside the Mini and Nano sizes head to my Instagram and check out my reels.
The Mini is the largest size and is perfect for work or travel – it can easily fit your essentials and a laptop (and basically your entire life inside – its huge!) and I talk about it in my post on Stylish Work Bags that Fit a Laptop. The only con with the Mini Luggage is that it’s quite heavy (definitely heavier than the Belt Bag), and doesn’t have a shoulder strap. Despite the weight, I still love this bag, and the size makes it perfect for traveling with too. I have an IG reel on how I pack my Celine Mini Luggage for work and what fits inside here!
SAINT LAURENT CHAIN WALLET
SAINT LAURENT KATE BAG
Another great little Saint Laurent bag, this one is larger and fits a tiny bit more than the Wallet on Chain, but can still definitely be worn cross body, along with on the shoulder. I talk about it in my post on the Best Designer Crossbody Bags to Invest In. The leather is also really durable and it’s a bag that really does go with anything, day or night! I have a full review post on the YSL Kate Bag, which covers everything from sizes, prices, and different leathers and hardware options.
Gucci Dionysus Bag
CELINE BELT BAG
The Celine Belt Bag is such a classic Celine style and it’s a bag I still get so much use out of. I’m wearing the Micro (middle) size in the above picture, but the Mini (large) size is also perfect for work if you need to carry a bit more. The bag closes via the top flap and also has a inside zipper.
Opening and closing it does take some getting used to at fist. I’ll usually just leave the inside zipper open and close it via the flap to make accessing what’s inside a bit easier. The leather on this is quite durable and it’s a nice subtle but stylish bag that’s great for work as well as casual looks. I go through what can fit inside over on my Instagram TV.
PRADA CAHIER BAG
This is one of my favourite smaller bags right now – I just love the hardware and edginess of it so much! Although it’s a bit bulkier, it can still be worn cross body if you don’t want to carry it on your shoulder.
If the look is a bit bulky for you, I’ve linked some of the smaller sizes below too. To see exactly what can fit inside the Prada Cahier bag, head to my Instagram and check out my ‘Bag’ story highlights.
HERMES BIRKIN
I just had to put a Birkin on the list! One of the most timeless bags and a true investment piece, if you can get your hands on one of these it’s definitely a classic bag that will never go out of style. A Birkin bag also almost always holds its value or increases over the years.
I hope this post helped you choose the next designer bag to add to your collection or wishlist! Feel free to DM me over on my Instagram if you have any bag questions, I always love chatting all things bags with you guys!
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LOve these picks that you have chosen! You have to invest in what’s best for your wardrobe and what you’re going to get your cost per wear down with
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So true! Glad it helped! Xxx
The Chanel wallet on chain has been on my list for years but I’ve never gotten around to pulling the trigger. I ended up purchasing a Delvaux Tempete and jumbo flap bag lol. Your collection is definitely goals for me, although I know which bags will work for my lifestyle and which ones won’t
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It’s a beautiful bag! Hope this post helped xx