Chances are you've probably seen the viral COS Quilted Bag all over your FYPs for months, but get used to her because she's not going anywhere.
The advent of a new fashion season inevitably means shopping for a handful of pieces to freshen up your wardrobe, and there's one bag reigning above them all. Maybe you scroll TikTok to find the biggest trends and under-the-radar treasures or big-name dupes. Maybe you prowl the mall or the thrift store, or maybe your approach is a little of this, a little of that. Though we all shop in different ways, there are always a few items that gain major momentum during the change of season. They sell out immediately and become the hot item to wear or carry around, and this year, the $99 handbag from COS was one such fashion fave.
According to Lyst's The Lyst Index, which is a quarterly ranking of the biggest brands and trends from the fashion platform Lyst, COS's Oversized Quilted Crossbody Bag is one of the hottest pieces for Q3 2023. It's a massive quilted bag made of 100% recycled materials that the brand says is technically big enough to be used as an overnight bag if needed, making it a smart choice for a school or work bag; there's definitely room for all your stuff. The bag comes in three colors — black, off-white, and blue — and retails for $99.
COS also offers a smaller version for $59 if you don't need to haul everything you own around with you on the daily.
There's, in fact, an even smaller micro version that's perfect for a night out and will only cost you $45. If you are looking to go the extra mile, the quilted bag from COS also comes in leather now, available in both mini and micro sizes.
What else made the list this season? The COS Oversized Quilted Crossbody Bag is one of two bags on the list; the other is the Loewe Puzzle Tote, which has a much higher price tag.
For the most part, footwear reigns supreme. The Margiela Tabi Mary Janes snagged the first spot, which isn't surprising given their recent resurgence. (Then again, the Tabi never really goes away.) Birkenstock's ever-popular Arizona sandals landed on the list, maybe because of Barbie, as did the red and white New Balance 550, likely due to Taylor Swift's influence. So, what makes the cut in your closet?
