The Pony Hair Bags Fashion People Are Carrying This Fall
2 min read“Pony hair” has been the fashion buzzword flitting around town ever since last October, when Matthieu Blazy introduced himself to the world as Chanel’s newest creative director with a parade of whimsical animal-printed reimaginings of the fashion house’s signature cap-toe flats and heels. Naturally, fashion’s most stylish women took note, eyeing the close-cropped grain as a bolder, more tactile alternative to the simple, polished patina of leather and suede. And so began a new wave of the material showing up in nearly everything: shoes, jackets, and this fall, bags.
Interchangeable with calf hair, pony hair creates a new level of sophistication for any bag—especially for fall. The material—which keeps the natural animal hair rather than the buffed finish of leather or suede—adds visual and textural depth that feels simply luxurious. And while you can find plenty of animal prints in the mix, there are solid-hued options that feel just as fresh, if you’re more suited to the understated look.
Ahead, see the best pony hair bags to wear all season long.
Slouchy Totes
Changing seasons and trending bags aside, another work tote can never hurt. There’s no shortage of sleek prints to showcase your bold tastes and personality. Opt for Saint Laurent’s luxe chocolate brown tote if you want something more subdued, but with just the right wink of style.
Slim Shoulder Bags
Between oblong baguettes and elongated east-west bags, slender, low-slung bags are the downtown It Girl purse. Like a pair of low-rise jeans, they strike a balance between finely edited and effortlessly edgy. Make it even trendier by opting for a buzzy print, like a demure doe motif.
Utilitarian Crossbodies
The pony hair bag trend has a subtle Western edge. In crossbody form, these silhouettes lean into a saddlebag-inspired practicality—especially because crossbodies often serve the day-to-night form and function. Yes, they all have a long strap that delineates them as a crossbody in the first place—but many oftentimes feature a top handle as well. Loop it around your body for a day of errands, then transition it to dangle from your fingertips during dinner or drinks with friends.
Classic Shoulder Bags
You can never go wrong with throwing a classic and timeless shoulder bag over your shoulder. It’s a staple that’s never going anywhere. Update your staples with a pony hair purse to give the style new life and visual depth.
Statement Clutches
Evening clutches often present an opportunity to add a pop to your formalwear—which is exactly what these pony hair purses do. For a classic black, reach for Toteme’s mini T-lock. More adventurous shoppers can choose from deer prints, dalmatian prints, tiger prints, and more.
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