K-drama fashion isn’t only reserved for your favourite Korean actors. Sport similar styles with these trendy bags from some of the hottest brands in Korea right now! From casual to sporty, you are bound to be spoilt for choice with the extensive range of designs to choose from.
1. MARHEN.J
If you’ve been following closely with Korean fashion trends lately, you would’ve heard about MARHEN.J. The brand specialises in creating designer bags that are not only oh-so-aesthetic but also functional.
Kickstart your MARHEN.J bag collection with the MARHEN.J Roy NANO Heart Signal bag which is widely adored for its minimalistic yet girly design. The bag interior also features useful compartments to hold your water bottle and documents. Looking for a more petite bag? MARHEN.J’s got you covered too with the dainty MARHEN.J Lolly NeoMint and striking MARHEN.J Amber Rose Red bucket bag!
2. Pleats Mama
From skirts to bags, pleats have taken over the fashion world by storm. Keep up with the trend and get yourself the Pleats Mama Lavender Mini Bubble Bag which folds up like a sleek fan when not in use!
Made of durable yarn extracted from PET bottles, Pleats Mama bags are a huge step towards sustainable fashion. If the Mini Bubble Bag is too small for your liking, opt for the Pleats Mama Knit Pleats Blue Shoulder Bag which is the perfect size for a book bag!
3. Stretch Angels
Why splurge on multiple bags when you can get one convertible Stretch Angels Flap Multi Camel Panini Bag? This peachy cross-body bag can be converted into a clutch to go with your more girly outfits. Inspired by the Panini sandwich, this boxy bag may look small on the outside but boasts lots of space on the inside to hold your wallet, phone and other accessories.
Psst, the bag also comes with a complimentary card wallet in the same matching colour – what a steal! Don’t forget to check out other popular offerings by Stretch Angels, including the Stretch Angels Panini Metal Logo Black And Silver Solid Bag which will be essential to complete your swaggy getup!
4. Summer Honeymood
Rattan bags will never go out of style! Get ready for summer with the Summer Honeymood Rattan Loaf Bag Mint Ice Cream which is the perfect accessory for your beach vacation or garden picnic. Your summer #OOTD is bound to get lots of likes with the quirky pom poms and bright colours!
The brand also carries other designs such as the minimalistic Summer Honeymood Rattan Loaf Bag Bubble Gum which comes with a cute decorative ornament on the side. All these pretty bags are handwoven in Bali with quality rattan that will not hook onto your apparels.
5. RAWROW
If you are only buying one bag for the new year, you have to go for the RAWROW Square 2WAY Original Bag 114Corduna 15 Mustard. The RAWROW bag will brave through all your 2021 adventures without a hitch as it is made of Cordura, a material that is more durable than polyester and cotton.
Not only is the backpack practical, but it’s also spacious and can hold a 15-inch laptop. In addition, there are several small pockets in the bag to hold all your knick-knacks like keys and water bottle.
6. Alice Martha
Not the best when it comes to mixing and matching accessories with your outfits? If that’s the case, we suggest staying on the safe side by keeping to simple and classic designs like the Alice Martha Rosie shoulder bag. Secured by a magnetic clasp, the bag is designed with the perfect size to hold your makeup and other necessities. Thanks to its structured design and solid colour, you’ll have absolutely no problem finding the right outfit to go along with your Alice Martha bag!
7. Fibreno
The classic Fibreno Piccolina bag is every office lady’s dream with its sophisticated and classy design. It’s the perfect size to carry your work documents, laptops and more. The bag comes in a huge range of beautiful colours including mulberry purple and wine. While the Fibreno bags may appear a little dull on first look, the best way to carry these bags is to accessorise them with trinkets and scarves to spice them up!
8. Entre Rêves
Go loud or go home with Entre Rêves Guilty Pleasure Backpack which is designed with reflective duo chromatic fabric for that in-your-face effect! Peppered with patches of our favourite snacks, this backpack is definitely one of the most unique bags you’ll ever own.
If such loud designs are right up your alley, check out other Entre Rêves bag designs such as the Entre Rêves Mini Busy Babe Gold Backpack and the Entre Rêves Rose Campbell Backpack!
9. Bubilian
Think sneakers, baggy joggers and the Bubilian 3way Cordura Backpack – a perfect streetwear getup that will have you feeling cool and confident wherever you go. This stylish unisex backpack leans on the bigger side and doubles as the perfect travel companion when you’re back on your world adventures again.
Open the Bubilian bag like a suitcase to reveal an incredibly spacious interior compartment that can hold several days’ worth of clothes. There’s even a laptop compartment at the back so you can carry all your essentials on your back and leave your hands free to explore the world!
10. Find Kapoor
Dare to experiment with bold colours and prints? Find Kapoor’s bags are exactly what you are looking for. The brand carries many unconventional designs and one of their best-sellers is the Find Kapoor Pingo 20 Basic Line Set Pink Bag which is a bright flamingo pink bucket bag.
Aside from its eye-catching hue, the highlight of this stylish bag lies in its straps. Pick from the snakeskin sling or the studded wristlet strap to switch up the vibe of the bag!
11. Marymond
Canvas tote bags are a must-have in your bag collection. If you’re up for some pretty floral designs, check out the Marymond Dianthus Violet Tote Bag which features gorgeous full-bloomed Dianthus florals. The simple design goes well with maxi dresses and even jeans, ideal for school or a casual Sunday brunch date!
Catch up with the latest trends from Korea
From rugged to cutesy styles, we hope you’ve found your ideal Korean bags from our list! To have a better grasp of the latest Korean fashion trends, be sure to keep up with the hottest K-dramas and watch out for popular K-Pop idol outfits and styles!
This article was first written by Shopee Singapore, and repurposed with permission by MiddleClass.
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