The best way to inject an instant sense of play and fun into your look is as easy as can be: a bag that’s been topped off with fanciful accents. They don’t have to make sense (Butterflies! Feathers! Fruit stickers! Rocket ships!). Actually, the more irreverent the embellishment, the better. Here are my favorite of-the-moment bags that just want to have a good time and aren’t afraid to say so:
1. Edie Parker Flavia Feathers Box Clutch: A couple feathers, especially on a pearlescent box clutch, add an instant shot of whimsy to any cocktail-ready outfit. On My Theresa for $1,495.
2. MSGM Patched Quilted Wool Felt Backpack: Get all-out patch-happy with this funky felt backpack, a juvenile-chic (is that a thing?!) segue into fall textures. On Luisa via Roma for $715.
3. Opening Ceremony Izzy Wool-Felt and Leather Backpack: Opening Ceremony is one of the few brands that could make fruit-sticker patches look totally cool. Case in point: this laidback backpack. On NET-A-PORTER for $615.
4. Valentino Butterfly Backpack: Flutter around town with some winged friends on your back. Embroidered and appliquéd butterflies are an ideal contrast for military-green canvas. At Barneys New York for $2,975.
5. Dolce & Gabbana Medium Sicily Heart On Dauphine Bag: Show your love year-round with this spicy-sweet riff on a classic color combination and an even more eternal symbol. On Luisa via Roma for $2,795.
