One issue about the bag trends for this summer is: How large is too large for a tote? Perhaps Daisy Edgar-Jones. The On Swift Horses actress just carried a hugely gigantic Gucci bag—like, two times the size of a regular, slouchy shoulder bag—and argued that the size restriction for the ideal summer tote does not exist.
Her capital-B Big Bag, however, does not imply she is abandoning her usually modest style for a more out-there one. While out for an early-summer walk in New York City, she styled the $3,500 grey leather purse with mid-wash blue jeans, a basic black tank top, suede loafers, and a pair of wire-rimmed Gucci sunglasses, keeping the rest of her appearance straightforward.
Though this latest addition to her collection pushes it to the next level, Edgar-Jones is no stranger to the realm of ridiculously large tote bags (see her Dune London selection from not too long ago). It’s also the logical next step in her boho fashion program. First came the airy translucent shapes; now, large boho-inspired bags are dominating her closet as well. What follows? Perhaps a bag three times—four? five?—the size of Gucci’s cult-classic Jackie.
As someone who drags nearly her whole flat from point A to B on any given day, I couldn’t adore Jones any more for it. Therefore, use this as a signal to replace your tiny bags with something more useful. You don’t have to worry about seeming too out there on your next errand run as long as the rest of your clothing is basic. I will be recreating this style as soon as possible, even if I lack a Gucci budget.
