The trend cycle is ever-changing, with one trend getting ditched in order for another to take the spotlight. This summer, fashion people have been ditching the shoulder bag. Raffia and woven bags were in the limelight but have been swiftly replaced with a chicer option to elevate basic summer outfits. The preferred summer bag trend in question? Clutch bags. They’re officially the bag trend of the summer.

I’ve noticed both online and IRL the sophisticated effect a clutch bag has on a simple, understated summer outfit. Think T-shirts, tank tops, a pair of shorts, or lightweight pants with a clutch bag in hand. It’s an effortless addition to an outfit that looks put-together. Some F/W 26 collections, such as Proenza Schouler, Celine, Bottega Veneta, and Coach, have already signaled that clutch bags will continue to have a major moment. If you agree and want to try the bag next It bag trend of the season, keep scrolling to shop all the chicest clutch bags.