Mini Bags

Mini bags are a big trend for Spring/Summer 2013. Offered in various shapes and styles mini bags can be worn on a wrist, behind a back or carried by handles. Diane Von Furstenberg showed whimsical bags at her show, while at Louis Vuitton they were of classic shapes and playful checkered patterns.

Odd-shaped clutches were spotted at Ralph Lauren, Sportmax, Giamfranco Ferre and at a number of other designer shows

And there are clutches that come in various prints and patterns as well as with embellishments like studs, rhinestones, beads, fringe and other.

Reptile skins were also all over the runway. From textured croc leather bags at Botega Venetta and Elie Saab to snakeskin and python at Giamfranco Ferre, Gucci, and Giorgio Armani.

Prints and patterns in Spring/Summer 2013 handbags range from summer-y florals to playful checkers at Louis Vuitton, to stripes at Mochino. At Guy Laroche and other shows the handbag prints matched the clothes.