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The calendar and weather forecast are in agreement.

So it’s finally time to get our spring and summer handbags into the daily rotation.

Women holding woven leather handbags

In fact, this season is full of surprises and warm weather classics alike.

Though it may seem like anything goes, one consistent theme is extremes.

From mega-big tote bags to wildly textured materials, you could’t go wrong with leaning into a niche.

Woven straw and brown leather clutch

Is this the perfect summer clutch?

As spring turns to summer, we usually look to brighten and lighten our accessories.

With this in mind, natural materials and woven elements are frontrunners for summer handbag trends for 2023.

Woman carrying small yellow handbag

The lighter shade of the leather is just right, and the woven rattan-like pattern screams summertime.

Plus, we spy with our little eye the telltale clue that this clutch comes with a crossbody strap.

Buckle up Y2K is here to stay

Here’s some hard-hitting reporting.

Black quilted Chanel handbag

Our nostalgic yearning for all things Y2K is not fading any time soon.

We’re seeing inspiration everywhere from social media toY2K movies to inspire your next look.

The comfort of classic quilted looks

This, right here.

Colorful tote bag with nostalgic patches

Now, that’s how to rock a black handbag all summer long, folks.

This poolside vibe is channeling a 2023 trend the timeless quilted handbag.

How awesome is it that the bling-bling buckle accents of Y2K and quiet luxury are trending simultaneously?

Model holding a pink feather handbag

Here she rocks an understated Gucci handbag in a shade of red reminiscent of Old Hollywood glamour.

In place of garish logos, the handbag’s appeal lies in its quality and design.

Ultimately, summer vibes are imbued with a bit of wanderlust and fun.

Model holding a large purple tote bag

Obviously, this bag is giving that.

Parisian influencer@sabinasocolnails the trend here with a cornflower blue bucket bag with nautical rope accent-top handles.

This style is from@koluntu, a luxury shop specializing in zero-waste, handmade African goods.

Model holding an oversized natural fiber clutch

They’re light and airy, which is precisely the mood to embrace when the heat kicks up.

Along with these perennial trends, you’ll see these fabrics executed in oversized handbags and slouchy styles.

Plus, bonus points for the fact that this clutch goes from day to night like a champ.

Basket-style handbag with pearl handle

With that comes lighter color palettes and pearl accents.

It’s the perfect time to grab a top-handle handbag in a summery material.

We’re swooning over this basket-style bag posted by@detailsmattergy a luxurious riff on a unique warm-weather handbag.