For as long as I can remember, I’ve had an obsession with beaded bags. Think weekends spent sifting through The Frock Me Vintage Fair in search of the perfect Art Deco 1920s purse and furiously trawling eBay for my dream preloved piece of embellished arm candy. I actually dread to think about the amount of hours spent glued to a screen dedicated to this never-ending plight.
My addiction increased tenfold when a family friend showed me her prized 2000 vintage beaded Fendi Baguette. The rare gem featured kaleidoscopic hues of golden mustard, rose pink, tangerine orange, lime green and fresh turquoise, curated in a psychedelic formation of layered circles and youthquake floral motifs.
© Dries Van NotenSo, you can imagine my sheer delight (which bordered on a euphoria-induced crash out) when Fendi’s Maria Grazia Chiuri re-released the 1997 Baguette for the brand’s recent autumn/winter 2026 runway collection. Models took to the catwalk armed with iridescent beaded options in a range of vibrant tones, animal prints, Zucca motifs and circular designs.
Fellow luxury houses followed suit, incorporating beaded beauties into their transitional runway offerings. Dior’s Jonathan Anderson leaned into whimsical, Rococo aesthetics, peppering pastel-hued clutches with pale pink blooms. In true Matthieu Blazy fashion, Chanel opted for striking colour juxtapositions, placing petite floral crystals on quilted icons.
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© ImaxtreeDries Van Noten doubled down on texture, marrying rich, sunset-toned jacquard silks with brilliant glass beaded florals that paid homage to the craft of customisation. In keeping with fantastical themes, Etro produced tapestry maps of fairytale scenes, culminating in an exquisite symphony of feathers, studs and sequins.
Fashion’s leading pioneers have proven that beaded bags are here to stay. Shop our favourites below.
Best beaded bags to shop now:
Dark Blue Denim Bag with Floral Embroidery
Fendi
The be all and end all of beaded bags. Introducing the iconic Fendi Baguette, born in 1997 as fashion’s first It bag, reimagined in denim with floral beadwork, logo clasp, lime satin lining and gold-tone hardware. A true investment piece to cherish forever.
Timmy Satin Shoulder Bag
Staud
Staud reigns supreme in the beaded bag department - and this Jaws-inspired gem with a sumptuous satin lining is a fun fashion statement for summer.
Valentina Mini Beaded Bag
Reformation
Trimmed with bohemian 70s fringing, Reformation's silver-toned Valentina Mini Beaded Bag is primed for wedding season. Romantic and whimsy in equal measure.
Sequined Satin Shoulder Bag
Dries Van Noten
A riot of sequins and satin, Dries Van Noten’s shoulder bag shimmers with artisanal drama. Sculptural yet playful, it celebrates high octane, luxury style.
The Fiona Beaded Bag
Anthropologie
An affordable option for those wanting a new high street hero, Anthropologie's food-inspired shoulder bag is a colourful option that's bound to spark conversation.
Zenni Beaded Bucket Bag
Rixo
Beautifully bridal and timeless, Rixo's Zenni Beaded Bucket Bag channels the art deco elegance of the Roaring Twenties with a contemporary metallic twist.
Yellow Beaded Daisy Bag
River Island
Complete your fairytale wardrobe with a helping hand from River Island. The brand's pocket-friendly beaded bag is primed for garden parties - a strawberries and cream dream.
Til Death Do Us Part Twill Tote
Clio Peppiatt
A romantic, tongue-in-cheek statement bridal piece from Clio Peppiatt, the beaded twill tote is trimmed with delicate lace, scattered with pearls and finished with a playful slogan.
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