Luxe designer mini bags that are worth the splurge

SHOP THIS STORY: Check out our picks of the cutest and most glamorous mini shoulder bags and clutches that prove how good things do in fact come in small packages

By Nora Jumari - 26 Sep 2016

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Oftentimes, the smaller the items, the more valuable they are. Designer shoes, watches, diamond rings – they’re all relatively small yet can cost many times our monthly paychecks.

However, most of us are still willing to spend thousands of dollars on them because of the superb quality and creative process that has been put into these baubles – after all, they do say that “good things come in small packages”.

Having said that, check out our selection of luxe mini designer bags that are simply too glamorously cute to resist.

CLICK THROUGH THE GALLERY FOR OUR PICKS OF DESIGNER MINI BAGS THAT WILL BE WORTH EVERY DIME

Want to know what other fashionable pieces worth splurging on? Read our stories on chic luxury sunglasses and stylish watches that will be worth your time and money! For more shopping stories, check out our dedicated shopping section.

SAINT LAURENT

1/10

Medium Monogram Kate Satchel Bag, $2,684.04

Most embroidered pieces will inevitably look luxe, thanks to the great attention to detail and handiwork put into it. We’re swooning over this iconic YSL Monogram satchel bag, which has been further elevated with the application of embroidered flowers.

Buy this bag on www.farfetch.com!

BOTTEGA VENETA

2/10

Mini Intrecciato Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag, $1,923

No one does weaves better than Bottega Veneta. This bag gets a fresh new twist with a colour-blocking of metallic silver and gold leather we can definitely get on board with.

Buy this bag on www.net-a-porter.com!

DOLCE & GABBANA

3/10

Baroque Box Clutch, $7,641.13

This box clutch from Dolce & Gabbana looks like a vanity chest fit for queens of the Victorian era – and we are loving it. Clutching it in your hand will make you feel like royalty, and we say own it.

Buy this bag on www.farfetch.com!

DSQUARED2

4/10

Medium DD Crossbody Bag, $1,628.52

We know what you’re thinking; the tassels look like curtain tie-backs. But if all curtain tie-backs look this good, we certainly don’t mind them adorning our bags.

Buy this bag on www.farfetch.com!

GIVENCHY

5/10

Mini Pandora Box Shoulder Bag, $3,079.90

You don’t always need an excess of bling to look glamourous. This discreet mini shoulder bag from Givenchy’s signature Pandora collection certainly proves how all you need is good metal-ware and quality leather to look luxe.

Buy this bag on www.farfetch.com!

MOSCHINO

6/10

Printed Patent-Leather Shoulder Bag, $465

This shoulder bag is feminine, edgy, romantic and moody – all at the same time. With that many attributes (to name a few), it only means that it’s ideal for virtually any occasion.

Buy this bag on www.net-a-porter.com!

LANVIN

7/10

Sugar Shoulder Bag, $1,767.50

Lanvin has managed to keep colour-blocking fresh with this simple yet stylish shoulder bag that’s perfect for your everyday wear.

Buy this bag on www.farfetch.com!

LOEWE

8/10

Punk Elephant Leather Shoulder Bag, $1,282

It’s time to acknowledge the elephant in the room (pun intended) that is the resurgence of punk – like this shoulder bag from Loewe! You cannot get anymore punk than a red elephant with three helix piercings.

Buy this bag on www.net-a-porter.com!

SOPHIA WEBSTER

9/10

Claudie Embellished Elaphe And Neon Leather Shoulder Bag, $683

This mini bag is not for the faint-hearted. From the neon snakeskin print to the fur and tassel charms – the bag is anything but subtle. Its bright and bold colours makes for a decidedly unorthodox look that we can definitely get on board with.

Buy this bag on www.net-a-porter.com!

MANSUR GAVRIEL

10/10

Mini Suede Bucket Bag, $635

Bucket bags hold a special place in our hearts ever since Mansur Gavriel launched theirs back in 2013. The black leather with red lining gets a fresh new look with dark coral-coloured suede.

Buy this bag on www.net-a-porter.com!