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12 Best Crescent Bags That'll Keep You Starry-Eyed (and Stylish, Ofc)

We're over the moon for 'em.

Headshot of Tarah-Lynn Saint-ElienBy Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien
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Let's get straight to the chase—you've seen a crescent bag before, you prob just didn't know what it was called. And that's okay! While the style is rather old, the name is pretty new. A crescent bag is essentially the edgier—or should I say curvier?—version of the baguette bag. Don't know what a baguette bag is either? No worries, that's what Google is for! It'll all come together :)

Anyway, a crescent bag is in the shape of a (you guessed it) crescent moon; it basically has this swoop effect between the handle and the top body of the bag. In the race of what'll become the "it" bag of the season, this curvy silhouette is comin' out on top (sorry, geometric and angular bags) and we're v into it. Starry-eyed, even. The throwback vibe of the bag is v 2000s but up ahead you'll find 12 modern takes (from slouchy to sculptural) that have the potential to be timeless.

Our top picks for the best crescent bags of 2023:

crescent bags

  • Cockade Crescent Hobo Bag

    this hobo vibe

    Charles & Keith Cockade Crescent Hobo Bag

    $63 at Charles Keith
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  • Moon Bag Raspberry

    this vibrant staud bag

    Staud Moon Bag Raspberry

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  • Ergo Shoulder Bag

    this classic coach bag

    Coach Ergo Shoulder Bag

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  • Tonca
  • Cohen Crescent Cross Body Bag

    this lowkey option

    Cotton On Cohen Crescent Cross Body Bag

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Can't get enough of this year's bag trends? Whether you need Taylor Swift's Ralph Lauren bag (Swifties, unite), you want to level up your travel game with a weekender, or you've been trying to get your hands on this Tiktok-viral lululemon bb or this influencer-approved bag, we've got plenty of options you can explore. You can also shop the best work bags and cute laptop bags and backpacks right here.

this hobo vibe

Charles & Keith Cockade Crescent Hobo Bag

Cockade Crescent Hobo Bag
this hobo vibe

Charles & Keith Cockade Crescent Hobo Bag

$63 at Charles Keith

Into some structure and a lil bit of slouch? Then you'll love this sweet lilac version that features multi-colored tassels and zippers. Wear it as a crossbody, over your shoulder, or right in your hand.

Color:Lilac
Material:Faux leather
Dimensions:Depth (cm): 7 Width (cm): 24 Height (cm): 24.5
this vibrant staud bag

Staud Moon Bag Raspberry

Moon Bag Raspberry
this vibrant staud bag

Staud Moon Bag Raspberry

Stand out with this stunning, structural winner on your arm. Quite frankly...I NEED.

Color:Raspberry
Material:Outer: Leather Inner: Suede
Dimensions:Width - 29 cm Height - 33 cm Depth - 8 cm
this classic coach bag

Coach Ergo Shoulder Bag

Ergo Shoulder Bag
this classic coach bag

Coach Ergo Shoulder Bag

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Rave Review: "This bag surprisingly holds a lot! It holds everything I need to carry on a daily basis. I highly recommend this purse as it is light and easy to carry. At first glance, it looks smaller, but it is very roomy on the inside. The ivory leather is beautiful as well."

ColorBrass/Ivory
Material:Glovetanned Leather
Dimensions:9 3/4" (L) x 11 1/2" (H) x 2" (W)
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this piece of art

Polene Tonca

Tonca
this piece of art

Polene Tonca

Um...what a masterpiece? Polene has done it again with yet another chic shape. Plus, there are four gorge color options.

Color:Taupe
Material:Leather
Dimensions17 x 24 x 7 cm.
this lowkey option

Cotton On Cohen Crescent Cross Body Bag

Cohen Crescent Cross Body Bag
this lowkey option

Cotton On Cohen Crescent Cross Body Bag

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Sling a slouchy one over your shoulder on a chill day. You won't go wrong with this sage cross-body, a tank, and loose trousers.

Color:Cool Khaki
Material:100% Polyester
Dimensions:29.0 (W) x 7.0 (D) cm
this colorful coach

Coach Luna Shoulder Bag

Luna Shoulder Bag
this colorful coach

Coach Luna Shoulder Bag

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Found: The perfect little bag. Get a taste of the rainbow with this pebbled leather beaut available in five additional colors.

ColorSilver/Light Violet
Material:Soft Pebbled Leather
Dimensions:10 1/2" (L) x 6 1/4" (H) x 2 1/2" (W)
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this celeb-loved option

JW Pei Bag Gabbi Ruched Hobo Handbag

Gabbi Ruched Hobo Handbag
this celeb-loved option

JW Pei Bag Gabbi Ruched Hobo Handbag

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Yes, this is that viral celeb-approved bag. And yes, you do need one.

Color: Chili
Dimensions:9.6'' W × 5.1'' H× 2.4'' D
MaterialVegan leather + recycled plastic bottles
this contrasted vibe

TOUS Beige and Khaki Baguette Bag

Beige and Khaki Baguette Bag
this contrasted vibe

TOUS Beige and Khaki Baguette Bag

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I'm all for contrast so this beige and khaki combo is indeed doin' it for me.

Color:Beige and Khaki
Material:Synthetic Leather
Dimensions:15 x 20 x 6 cm
this stunning coccinelle

Coccinelle Priscilla Small

Priscilla Small
this stunning coccinelle

Coccinelle Priscilla Small

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In the words of Rihanna, "I'm in love, I'm obsessed. And I don't even feel guilty about it."

Color:Garnet Red
Material:Grained Leather
Dimensions:25x16x5 cm
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this knotted leather aesthetic

Brandon Blackwood Madison Bag

Madison Bag
this knotted leather aesthetic

Brandon Blackwood Madison Bag

Of course, I'm all caught up in this netted style by the amazing Brandon Blackwood.

Color:Pink and Red
Material:Canvas and Leather
Dimensions:9“ L x 6.5“ H x 3.5“ W
this ree projects cutie

Ree Projects Women's Mini Wyn Leather Top Handle Bag

Women's Mini Wyn Leather Top Handle Bag
this ree projects cutie

Ree Projects Women's Mini Wyn Leather Top Handle Bag

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Fell in love with the fiery orange one until it sold out *weeps*. But don't get it twisted (Get it? Bc of the twisted handle? LOL), the green version is super cute, too!

ColorForest
Material:Soft Calf Leather
Dimensions:11.5"W x 7.5"H x 2.25"D
this luxury piece

Miu Miu Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Hag

Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Hag
this luxury piece

Miu Miu Wander Matelassé Nappa Leather Hobo Hag

Pretty sure you've seen this bad boy everywhere. If you're ready to take the plunge, we support you—a bazillion percent!

Color:Cameo
Material:Nappa Leather
Dimensions:Height: 24cm Width: 29cm Length: 9.5cm
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Why trust Cosmo:

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Cosmo’s team of digital fashion experts—which includes Fashion Features Director Rachel Torgerson and Fashion Editor Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien—have decades of combined experience in the industry. They spot relevant trends on the runway before they even hit your TikTok FYP or Insta Explore Page and conduct research across retailers of all kinds—testing many brands IRL—to bring you the best clothing and accessory picks for every season. Basically, we’ve curated the internet to bring you the chicest options like it’s our job (because it is, heh).

We have pretty high standards when it comes to clothing and accessory recommendations. Each of our shopping articles adheres to the 15 Percent Pledge and includes products for all sizes. Each of our shopping articles adheres to the 15 Percent Pledge and includes pieces for all sizes. And you better believe we read those product reviews (and test many of the brands IRL) so you don't have to. You're welcome!

Headshot of Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien
Fashion Editor

Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle.com almost 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is a Syracuse Masters graduate and the author of two books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @iamtarahlynn

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