15 Best Beaded Bags to Carry in 2024

Posted by Aldo Pusey on Sunday, May 26, 2024

The Work of Art

Staud Cote Bag

Cote Bag

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Credit: Staud

Start with an artful carryall to tuck into the nook of your arm. If you have a Matisse poster on the wall at home, this bag is for you.

Dimensions: 7.3" H x 9.8" W x 6.3" D

Materials: 100% polyurethane, glass beads

The On-the-Go Accessory

Susan Alexandra GO Bag

GO BagCredit: Susan Alexandra

“I’m a big summer bike rider and needed a hands-free, active bag, which is how the GO bag came into existence,” says Korn. This playful design is perfect for busy weekends.

Dimensions: 5.25" H x 7.75" W x 2.5" D

Materials: Beads

The “Shine On” Bag

Jil Sander Sphere Bag

Sphere Bag

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Credit: Nordstrom

Some bags are made to make a statement the minute you walk in the room. This style is unexpected—and sure to elicit questions about how anything actually manages to stay inside.

Dimensions: 6.5" H x 8.5" W x 2.5" D

Materials: Metal

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The Barbie-Approved Bag

Clio Peppiatt Quartz Bead Bag

Quartz Bead BagCredit: net-a-porter

If rock candy was a defining snack of your early childhood, think of this bag as the arm candy equivalent. It’s an evening style with a Barbiecore touch.

Dimensions: 6.7" H x 9.8" L x 2" D

Materials: Satin, acetate beads

The Back To Nature Bag

Cult Gaia Nia Beaded Leather Clutch

Nia Beaded Leather ClutchCredit: Moda Operandi

Beaded does not have to equal bold; there are also options that fall more into the understated category. This wood bead bag is tactile, but doesn’t call too much attention to itself.

Dimensions: 6.1" H x 12.5" W

Materials: 100% cow leather with wood beads

The Pretty Pearls

Uborse Pearl Clutch Bag

Pearl Clutch BagCredit: Amazon

Almost as if it were plucked straight from Grandma’s closet, this pearlescent top-handle bag is begging to be broken out for an upcoming tea party or picnic.

Dimensions: 9.45" H 7.9" W x 2.4" D

Materials: Pearl beads

What reviewers are saying: “This purse is so pretty and feels elegant. It’s beautiful and fits all the necessities. Very convenient and also looks amazing.”

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The Risky Business Bag

Bottega Veneta Jodie Mini Bag

Jodie Mini Bag

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Credit: Bergdorf Goodman

There’s something distinctly sci-fi about the color and texture combination of this Bottega Veneta bag. It’s a beaded bag for those who aren’t afraid to take fashion risks.

Dimensions: 9.1" H x 11" W x 3.1" D

Materials: Leather with tonal studs

The Easy Beads

Ganni Black Beads Bucket Bag

Black Beads Bucket BagCredit: Ssense

A throwback to beaded friendship bracelets and other childhood jewelry, this compact bucket bag is what you break out to dress up a casual weekend look.

Dimensions: 6.1" H x 5" W x 4.5" D

Materials: 51% recycled polyester, 49% polyester

The Breezy Basket

Aranaz Bead-Detail Bucket Bag

Bead-Detail Bucket BagCredit: Farfetch

A beaded bag with Jane Birkin flair, this compact basket is perfect for beach weddings and late-summer getaways.

Dimensions: 5.9" H x 5.9" W x 4.7" D

Materials: Wood, leather

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The Everyday Twist

Gucci GG Marmont Bag

GG Marmont BagCredit: Gucci

This is a little different from other beaded bags on this list. Gucci’s candylike beads add pops of color to a more traditional leather silhouette.

Dimensions: 10.2" H x 5.4" W x 2.7" D

Materials: Leather

The Downtown It Bag

Bode Beaded Crochet Bag

Beaded Crochet Bag

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Credit: Matchesfashion

In-the-know shoppers flock to Bode for the brand’s vintage-inspired designs. This beaded crochet crossbody bag is the perfect everyday style for carrying just the essentials.

Dimensions: 9.8" H x 5.9" W x 5.9" D

Material: Cotton canvas, beads

The Slightly Oversize Bag

Zara Beaded Bucket Bag

Beaded Bucket BagCredit: Zara

A beaded bag that’s big enough to carry with you to the office, or on an easy weekend thrift-shopping outing with friends.

Dimensions: 12.2" H x 7.1" W x 2" D

Materials: 100% polyester

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The Pop of Color

Germanier Up-Cycled Shoulder Bag

Up-Cycled Shoulder BagCredit: Germanier

Colors abound! This beaded bag has the textures and colors of a spring garden, emerging for the first time after a long winter.

Dimensions: 5.5" H x 9.8" W x 1.5" D

Materials: 100% recycled PVC

The Vacation-Ready Bag

Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Woven Bucket Bag

Bon Bon Woven Bucket BagCredit: Farfetch

A statement mini bag, complete with rows of red beads, is like the cherry on top of a playful ensemble. Pack it for a tropical getaway.

Dimensions: 7.1" H x 3.9" W x 3.9" D

Material: Beaded raffia

The Bold Tote

Lanvin Tote Bag

Tote BagCredit: Farfetch

It’s not your average tote bag. This colorful beaded number is one to break out on days when you want your usual jeans and white T-shirt to feel a little more special.

Dimensions: 7.8" H x 9.8" W x 0.8" D

Materials: Viscose with brass and glass beads

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