7 stylish stars sport the summer’s trendiest ‘It’ bags

Summer signals less clothing, so in theory, money saved on wooly coats and cashmere sweaters should go towards a beautiful new bag — or two — right?

If that sounds like truth, the purses you’d be remiss to ignore are Lanvin’s “Sugar” bag and Louis Vuitton’s “Soft Lockit” satchel — a couple of perfectly chic options all the stars are falling for.

The Lanvin “Sugar” bag

Here’s a coup for a brand that’s typically second string in the luxury accessories game.

Though Lanvin doesn’t sell on the level of, say, Chanel, the “Sugar”— fresh from designer Alber Elbaz’s pre-fall collection — is making a sweet impact.

Supple lambskin construction and subtle quilt-embossed detail below the flap give the bag a ladylike flavor that’s charming all the most fashion-forward stars. At $2,190, it’s practically a steal.

Jessica Alba

The actress attended LA’s Hammer Museum K.A.M.P. (Kids’ Art Museum Project) in May to prove the bag looks best in black, and works on the West Coast, too.

Sarah Jessica Parker

Two weeks ago, New York City style icon SJP worked a deep green version while out and about with her daughters.

Diane Kruger

This purse goes with everything, even gym gear. Earlier this month, the actress flaunted the “Sugar” in cherry red after her morning workout in Los Angeles.

The Louis Vuitton “Soft Lockit” bag

The “Soft Lockit” is actually the latest version of a style LV introduced in 1958, yet there’s nothing dated about it.

This new iteration features smooth leather, soft edges and a versatile shape suited for gritty romps down Rivington Street as well as sit-down dinners on Rodeo Drive.

The bag just landed on the market this month, but has already emerged as the summer go-to for some of the biggest names on the A-list. For $4,150, you can join them.

Reese Witherspoon

In April, the star carried a vivid red version to lunch in Los Angeles.

Karlie Kloss

The model was the first to snag the trendy bag in blush, also back in April.

Naomi Watts

Pink is Ms. Watts’s signature color as well, apparently. The Aussie took hers for an LA stroll earlier this month.

Charlize Theron

Theron toted two precious objects while leaving LAX in May: her little boy, Jackson, and the “Soft Lockit” in beige.