<p>Of course, if you’re all for a <a target=”_blank” href=”https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/trends/g46277448/best-small-crossbody-bags/”>mini</a>, teenier bucket bags, rendered in materials like sumptuous velvet or suede, make for a lovely <a target=”_blank” href=”https://www.harpersbazaar.com/fashion/trends/g45867001/best-designer-evening-bags/”>option for a special occasion</a> or when you’re toting only the essentials. Then, there are specialty designs, like those artfully strung with seashells or crafted of seasonal material like raffia—a must-have for getaways and to complement your warm-weather wardrobe. </p><p>From spacious to small, scroll to discover the 20 best designer bucket bags topping our lists, from Bottega Veneta, Loewe, Fendi, Chanel, and more brands.</p>”/>
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A Leather Designer Bucket Bag
Loewe Anagram Pebble-Leather Bucket Bag
A Leather Designer Bucket Bag
Loewe Anagram Pebble-Leather Bucket Bag
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Loewe is synonymous with cult bags, like the label’s new Anagram bucket with a high-polish, gold-tone closure.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 10.9″ H x 9.6″ W x 9.2″ D
A Woven Designer Bucket Bag
Bottega Veneta Small Intrecciato Knot Leather Bucket Bag
A Woven Designer Bucket Bag
Bottega Veneta Small Intrecciato Knot Leather Bucket Bag
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At once modern and timeless, this Bottega Veneta bucket enhances the classic structured shape through sleek toggled hardware and the label’s signature intrecciato technique.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 7.5″ H x 7.5″ W x 8.3″ D
A Colorful Designer Bucket Bag
Fendi Mon Tresor
A Colorful Designer Bucket Bag
Fendi Mon Tresor
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Fendi’s Mon Tresor bucket bag is iconic—go bold by opting for a pop-of-color shade like this vibrant red.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 18cm H x 14cm W x 12cm D
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A Minimal Designer Bucket Bag
The Row Park Small North-South Tote Bag
A Minimal Designer Bucket Bag
The Row Park Small North-South Tote Bag
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The Row’s north-south bucket tote is peak quiet luxury, coming in a range of versatile neutral colors, like this scrumptious taupe.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 8.6″ H x 5.2″ W x 5″ D
A Midsize Designer Bucket Bag
Etro Saturno Medium Leather Bucket Bag
A Midsize Designer Bucket Bag
Etro Saturno Medium Leather Bucket Bag
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Both structured and soft, this dynamic Etro bucket is a captivating take on the functional midsize bucket.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 9″ H x 9″ W x 17″ L
A Canvas Designer Bucket Bag
JW Anderson The JWA Corner Canvas Bucket Bag
A Canvas Designer Bucket Bag
JW Anderson The JWA Corner Canvas Bucket Bag
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This bucket bag with a knotted strap and distinctive sway proves canvas totes go beyond flimsy square shapes. In fact, this one is crafted from hearty cotton, with just enough structure to keep belongings secure.
Materials: Cotton canvas, full-grain calfskin leather, and brass hardware
Dimensions: 12″ H x 8″ W x 6″ D
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A Quilted Designer Bucket Bag
Chanel Small Bucket Bag
A Quilted Designer Bucket Bag
Chanel Small Bucket Bag
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Also iconic? A quilted Chanel bucket. This fresh lilac shade is perfect for spring.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 6.8″ H × 7″ W × 4.7″ D
A Suede Designer Bucket Bag
Savette Suede & Leather Bucket Bag
A Suede Designer Bucket Bag
Savette Suede & Leather Bucket Bag
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For a nuanced approach to the structured bucket, how about Savette’s slim suede open-top silhouette?
Materials: Suede and leather
Dimensions: 8″ H x 7″ W x 2″ D
A Cutout Designer Bucket Bag
Alaïa Babel Small Cutout Leather Cross-Body Bucket Bag
A Cutout Designer Bucket Bag
Alaïa Babel Small Cutout Leather Cross-Body Bucket Bag
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Your basic black bucket could never.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 6.6″ W x 12″ L x 5.5″ D
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A Raffia Designer Bucket Bag
Valentino Garavani Small Locò Raffia & Leather Bucket Bag
A Raffia Designer Bucket Bag
Valentino Garavani Small Locò Raffia & Leather Bucket Bag
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Warm weather calls for natural materials like raffia. This leather-trimmed Valentino bucket is the ultra-luxe version topping our lists.
Materials: Raffia, cotton, leather
Dimensions: 7.5″ H x 6.3″ W x 4.3″ D
A Vegan Designer Bucket Bag
Stella McCartney Two-Tone Chain Vegan Leather Bucket Bag
A Vegan Designer Bucket Bag
Stella McCartney Two-Tone Chain Vegan Leather Bucket Bag
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When it comes to vegan leather accessories, Stella McCartney’s design always entice. Case in point: this gorgeous green bucket with a two-tone chainlink strap.
Materials: Polyurethane
Dimensions: 14.2″ H x 14.5″ W x 3.5″ D
A Pebble-Grain Designer Bucket Bag
Toteme Bucket Bag
A Pebble-Grain Designer Bucket Bag
Toteme Bucket Bag
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There’s something about pebble-grain leather that feels more durable and less precious for everyday use.
Materials: Leather with polyurethane lining
Dimensions: 7.1″ H x 9.1″ W x 7.1″ D
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A Structured Designer Bucket Bag
Jacquemus Le Petit Tourni Mini Leather Bucket Bag
A Structured Designer Bucket Bag
Jacquemus Le Petit Tourni Mini Leather Bucket Bag
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Sleek with a skosh of whimsy, Jacquemus delivers the ultimate modern bucket with structure.
Materials: Leather with fabric lining
Dimensions: 10″ H x 11.5″ W x 7.5″ D
A Slouchy Designer Bucket Bag
Coperni Swipe Leather Bucket Bag
A Slouchy Designer Bucket Bag
Coperni Swipe Leather Bucket Bag
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A soft and slouchy bucket brings a decided ease to outfits of all kinds—we especially love the look in contrast with sharp tailoring.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 7.5″ H x 8″ W x 8.5″ D
A Drawstring Designer Bucket Bag
Mansur Gavriel Mini Drawstring Canvas Bucket Bag
A Drawstring Designer Bucket Bag
Mansur Gavriel Mini Drawstring Canvas Bucket Bag
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We can’t talk bucket bags without highlighting Mansur Gavriel. The label’s best-selling drawstring shape is reinvigorated every season, like this canvas linen and cotton style—flawless for summer.
Materials: Canvas linen, cotton, leather
Dimensions: 9.8″ H x 7″ W x 4.8″ D
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A Pleated Designer Bucket Bag
Hereu Molina Pleated Leather Bucket Bag
A Pleated Designer Bucket Bag
Hereu Molina Pleated Leather Bucket Bag
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Rhe pleated design of this leather bucket feels utterly timeless and luxe.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 5.9″ H x 8.7″ W x 7.5″ D
A Velvet Designer Bucket Bag
Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Velvet Drawstring Bucket Bag
A Velvet Designer Bucket Bag
Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Velvet Drawstring Bucket Bag
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What’s more luxe than rich purple velvet and high-shine gold hardware for special occasions (or to dial up denim)?
Materials: Velvet, cotton, brass
Dimensions: 5.9″ H x 5.5″ W x 3.7″ D
A Micro Designer Bucket Bag
Saint Laurent Le 37 Micro YSL Leather Bucket Bag
A Micro Designer Bucket Bag
Saint Laurent Le 37 Micro YSL Leather Bucket Bag
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Get your micro thrills by toting this teensy YSL bucket by the top handle or gold-tone chain strap.
Materials: Leather
Dimensions: 5.3″ H x 4.3″ W x 1.9″ D
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A Vacation Designer Bucket Bag
Ulla Johnson Nadia Seashell Bucket Bag
A Vacation Designer Bucket Bag
Ulla Johnson Nadia Seashell Bucket Bag
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You could pack a designer straw bag for vacation. Or, you could go the unexpected route with Ulla Johnson’s artfully crafted macramé-and-seashell stunner.
Materials: Viscose fiber and resin
Dimensions: 6.5″ H x 6.8″ W x 6.8″ D
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