There’s one accessory the street style set refuse to give up. Yes, Shrimps' Antonia bag must have some kind of record for being the most photographed ‘It’ number in the history of Instagram.
Influencers have built up a trusty relationship with the iPhone-friendly must-have over endless fashion months and some have even gone so far as to share their wedding day with the beloved item (we’re looking at you, Laura Jackson).
But who can blame them, when the grown-up take on a childhood favourite looks so damn chic?
According to global fashion site Lyst, searches for beaded bags have soared by 15 percent year on year. No surprises there. Meanwhile, Pinterest has noted a 110 percent increase in UK-based fashion devotees saving beaded bags for future reference via the digital platform.
But to say that the fash pack is feeling a tad nostalgic this season would be a serious understatement. A plethora of #throwback accessories are dominating our feeds RN from supermodel-approved belt bags to the reimagined ‘dad trainer’.
But with athleisure steering the ‘00s revival, there was much-needed room for the dainty silhouette and ladylike chic that comes hand-in-hand with the beaded bag.
Though its hefty price tag may prove too steep for some. But fear not, as we’ve scoured the shops for the best of the beaded bunch. Look no further for the most coveted item of the season.
Ditch your basket bag and just add cat-eye sunnies to finish...
Beaded Bags
1 of 8Antonia Beaded Cream Bag, £450
Behold: the most talked about accessory of the season. Available in a pearl hue and a sorbet shade, the bead-emblazoned bag continues to steal a spot in endless street style snaps.
2 of 8Ganni's Blue Edison Beaded Bucket Bag, £235
According to Lyst, Ganni's beaded bucket bag is one of the most viewed beaded bags of the year. So make sure to snap one up before we do...
3 of 8Topshop's Beaded Cross Body Bag, £26
For those looking for a high street alternative, hit up Topshop. The mega chain has launched a candy-hued cross body number so ditch the basket before heading to the beach this summer.
4 of 8Susan Alexandra's Aptly Named Merry Bag, Approximately £158
For those of you who are unfamiliar with Susan Alexandra, check out her website, ASAP. The New York-based designer offers a plethora of Insta-ready accessories which are handmade with love.
5 of 8Sensi Studio's Bucket Bag, £312
Forget minimalism this spring and inject some much-needed colour into your wardrobe. It'll squeeze in your keys and phone too, what more could you possibly need?
6 of 8Mango's Beaded See-Through Bag
Name an Insta influencer who doesn't own Mango's cult accessory. But make sure to snap it up fast, as it's selling like hot cakes. We don't even care if it's practical or not...
7 of 8Susan Alexandra's Lisa Bag, Approximately £170
Sorry, but we couldn't resist adding another one of Susan Alexandra's highly-Instagrammed numbers to the basket. Just scroll through your feed and we can guarantee you'll spot one of the designer's kitsch accessories or two.
8 of 8Shrimps' Venezia Bag, £450
Shrimps' Venezia number is following closely behind the Antonia bag in the running for the most sought after accessory of the year and it's a must for those who crave colour this season.