Glass beads or wooden beads, crystals or rhinestones—whatever your style, there’s nothing like beading to shake up your bag game with texture and dimension. Searching for that perfect beaded bag? We’ve got you covered! From oversized totes to petite phone holders, from big-name couturiers to independent small-batch boutiques, here’s your ultimate list for that beaded bag your wardrobe has been missing.
Embroidered box clutch with four-ring handle
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No need for jewellery when you slip the ring handle of this box clutch on your knuckles, embroidered with a beaded motif inspired by Romantic poet William Blake.
Shop Alexander McQueen $3990
Evening pouch with pearl bead handle
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This small black pouch goes big on glam, with delicate brass and pearl beading and a handle of boldly oversized faux pearls.
Shop Rosantica €685
Fringed retro-style clutch
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Embrace your inner flapper girl with this Roarin’ Twenties-inspired clutch, shimmying with beadwork and an extra-long fringe.
Shop Claudia Clutch $278
Square-pattern faux pearl bag
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Keep it fair and square with this boxy double-handled beaded bag, patterned with a grid of squared faux pearl clusters.
Shop Shrimp $715
Rainbow beaded bucket bag
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Can’t decide on one bag colour? No problem! This bright and cheerful bucket beaded bag is made up of beaded stripes in every colour of the rainbow—literally—and finished with a rainbow-shaped handle.
Shop Del Duca €360
Woven necklace bag
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Bag meets jewellery in this unique phone pouch worn as a necklace, woven with pearls and gold beads on a fringed leatherette cord.
Shop Vanina $240
Perlee vintage monogram bag
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Louis Vuitton’s classic monogram gets dressed up for a night on the town with all-over shimmer in this pre-owned limited edition beaded bag circa 2000s.
Shop Louis Vuitton Vintage $8540
Lavender beaded slide clutch
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Freshen up your evening look with this slim structured slide clutch that gleams all over with pearl beads in a pastel lavender.
Shop Judith Leiber CA$1904.03
Crossbody with crochet and glass beads
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Glass beads shimmer under a layer of pretty crochet in this slouchy lambskin crossbody, topped with a triangular flap.
Shop Bottega Veneta C$4340
Black beaded evening bag
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Light up the night with this celestial-themed evening bag, hand-beaded with a rhinestone constellation pattern.
Shop Staud $195
Raffia basket bag
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The organic texture of natural raffia gets a touch of luxe with 50 gold metallic beads in this hand woven basket bag, finished with braided domed handles.
Shop Paco Rabanne $790
Floral beaded pouch
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Everything will be coming up roses when you sport this pretty pouch that blossoms with florals on a dark metallic beaded background. It includes a removable twisted gold-metal chain.
Shop Loeffler Randall $325
Whale-shaped beaded clutch
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A spin on one of the designer’s timeless styles, this ‘whaley’ adorable clutch comes in a playful whale shape, featuring coloured resin beads, beaded eyes, and a signature gold tassel clasp.
Shop Anya Hindmarch $750
Wood and coconut bag
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This unique cylinder-shaped beaded bag is stitched from wooden beads for organic texture, and gets its name from the floral-shaped gusset detailing, sculpted from natural coconut paillettes.
Shop Aranaz $318
Beaded fringe nylon tote
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Give your style a dark urban edge with this roomy nylon Prada handbag, sporting a heavy layer of jet and baguette beaded fringe. A zipper closure, leather handles and removable strap make it a practical part of your day.
Shop Prada 2400CAD
Miniature glass and brass bead bag
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Small in size but not in style, this miniature handheld beaded bag is woven from black glass and brass beads in a dramatic open-work pattern.
Shop Simone Rocha $830
Refined beaded tote with inner pouch
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A satin drawstring pouch peeks from this vintage-chic rectangular tote, woven with handmade polished pearl beads for timeless refinement.
Shop 0711 $228
Suede shoulder bag with monili band
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Beaded accents do not have to be big to make a major impact: a band of shiny monili detail adds just the right amount of shine to this compact velvety suede shoulder bag in four soft pastel shades.
Shop Brunello Cucinelli C$2295
Crochet and wooden bead tote
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A breezy vacay feel permeates this easy summer tote, artfully crocheted with wooden beads, and roomy enough for all your beach essentials.
Shop MADEWELL $128
Saddle leather bag with floral detail
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Rugged meets girly in this shoulder bag made from genuine saddle leather and cascading with clusters of hand-knotted leather flowers and oversized resin beads.
Shop Lele Sadoughi $345
Vegan leather card case
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Functional organisation finds its sparkle in this convenient and earth-friendly slim card case, featuring five card slots in PETA-certified vegan leather on one side and polished beads on the other.
Shop House of Want $38
Fringed macrame crossbody tote
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Embrace the free-spirited festival vibe with this boho crossbody woven with beaded macrame and long tassel fringe.
Shop Mali+Lili $58
Piano motif beaded handbag
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Transport yourself to the seduction of a live piano bar: the beading of this whimsical Piano Forte Mini Bag composes a black-and-white piano key design.
Shop Susan Alexandra $195
Floral beaded box clutch
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Enjoy a tropical garden’s colourful bloom anywhere when you don this vivid box clutch, beaded in an exotic flower motif.
Shop Moyna New York $319
Turquoise-colored bead bucket bag
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For day or night, this fun drawstring bucket beaded bag is a fresh twist on Jil Sander’s minimalist aesthetic, with its vibrant turquoise PVC beading, beaded embroidery, and laid-back leather trim.
Shop Jil Sander
Toquilla straw and seashell detail bucket bag
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Take the beach resort feel with you year-round with this coastal-themed bucket tote, hand-woven from natural toquilla straw and embellished with rows of seashells.
Shop Sensi Studio €349,19
Seagrass and satin detail bag
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The organic feel of natural seagrass gets a touch of glam femme with a pastel blue satin drawstring pouch, flirty tassels, and embroidered crystals.
Shop Le Ninè €560
Velvet pouch with beaded planet motif
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Take your outfit out of this world with this space-age handmade velvet pouch, embroidered with beaded planet artwork and a funky fringe.
Shop Hvisk €115
Wooden bead shoulder bag
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A bohemian vibe infuses this petite beaded shoulder bag, handcrafted by artisans from smooth wooden beads woven into floral patterns.
Shop Arnhem 99AUD
Beaded “Mrs” envelope crossbody
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Tied the knot recently? Flaunt your new ‘Mrs’ status with this oversized envelope crossbody, glittering with beaded pink-and-wide stripes and bold lettering.
Shop Caroline Hill $64
Minimalist plastic bead phone pouch
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Sized just right to fit your phone, this understated casual pouch made from plastic beads in neutral shades demonstrates that beading and minimalism are not mutually exclusive.
Shop HAY €65
Colourful square bead bag
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Bringing to mind colourful hard candy, the handheld Diamond Cut bag from Milanblocks is made up of transparent rainbow-hued squares that infuse any outfit with childlike joy.
Shop Milanblocks $179.99
Metal bead crossbody
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Rock out your look with some heavy metal: this edgy mini crossbody is enveloped in polished metal beads, with a matching galvanised closure and leather shoulder straps.
Shop Furla $271.6
Jewelled bag with cake motif
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Indulge your sweet tooth without the calories with this adorable and elaborately crafted beaded handbag showcasing a trio of jewelled layer cakes: perfect for the bride or baking enthusiast in your life.
Shop Mary Frances $325
Neutral beaded crossbody tote
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Everyday simplicity with a textural dimension is the name of the game in this casual crossbody, woven from elongated beads in a solid cream or black colour.
Shop La Regale $42
Vibrant beaded flap clutch
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Lend colourful global flavour to your nights out with this beaded-motif clutch that features a fold-over flap closure and optional crossbody chain strap.
Shop Santi $210
Moroccan-inspired box clutch
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Spice up your style with the heat of exotic Morocco: this oversized box clutch makes a bold statement with a beaded motif inspired by zelij, a form of Moroccan tile art.
Shop Sarah’s Bag $480
Earthy crochet and wood bag
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Tonal wooden beads, braided handles and a twine-wrapped wooden closure give a unique earthy feel to this handheld crochet bag, crafted in Indonesia.
Shop Cleobella $106,8
Retro-inspired bead bag with flower motif
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Evoking the nostalgic feel of a vintage afghan, this rectangular shoulder beaded bag is made up entirely of translucent cube-shaped beads in shades of red and yellow.
Shop Vyk R$1198
Hand-knit beaded bag with cow print
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This hand-knit beaded bag brings a pop of fun to your outfit with a black and white cow print.
Shop Filia $1500