Breaking away from minimalism, modern fashion is full of maximalist and surrealist designs, especially handbags. With Balenciaga’s recently launched trash bag-shaped wallet and JW Anderson’s 3D-printed Pigeon clutch, we’ve rounded up some of the most outrageous styles recently spotted. Louis Vuitton’s Paint Can bag comes in six colorways, including a Thom Browne lobster-shaped backpack, as well as pieces from up-and-coming brands like Solitude Studio and Grace Ring.

Keep scrolling to see some of fashion’s most outrageous bags this season.

balenciaga

price: $1,790 USD
evaluation: 4/10

It may look like a garbage bag, but this wallet from Balenciaga is made from calfskin leather (hence the hefty price tag). Available in black, blue, yellow and white options, the design was first unveiled on Demna’s post-apocalyptic Fall/Winter 2022 runway and features subtle logo branding on the front. It’s no surprise that brands like Balenciaga release garbage bag-like designs for around $2,000 USD. The pink tote bag he was worth US$1,490 in 2019. With the recent release of trash bags, this style is sure to get a lot of attention on Instagram. Already called “success”. But realistically speaking, would he invest $1,790 in something that could be mistaken for an actual plastic trash bag?

Grace Lynn

price: $890 USD
evaluation: 7/10

This bag by Grace Ling is probably one of the most practical designs on this list. The shoulder bag has dual her zipper openings from each side, making it (slightly) easier to find your wallet or phone. The perky edges add a touch of high fashion to an otherwise roomy everyday bag.

jw anderson

price: $890 USD
evaluation: 3/10

This dove-shaped clutch first debuted on JW Anderson’s FW22 runway, alongside other surreal designs like a dress with a wired hem and a cropped top with elastic wristbands tied together. The 3D-printed bag has an opening on the side under the pigeon’s wing and contains his JW Anderson branding on the inside. This wallet is clearly not made to carry essentials, but it’s definitely a statement piece to get your picture taken at fashion week.

Louis Vuitton

price: $2,360 USD
evaluation: 6/10

This Virgil Abloh-designed bag resembles a paint can with the Louis Vuitton monogram printed all over it. Offered in a variety of colors purple, yellow, green, orange, red and blue, his cross-body purse debuted first on the Louis Vuitton FW22 his menswear runway. As described in the product description, the paint can is “large enough to hold two cell phones and other personal items.” Definitely more practical than the Pigeon Clutch, this bag adds a playful touch to any outfit.

apoc store

price: £335 (approximately US$390) for the Essence Oilskin bag, £890 (approximately US$1,036) for the seaweed bag
evaluation: 8/10

Copenhagen-based Solitude Studios uses local materials to create knitwear, handbags and more. His Essence Oilskin Bag and Seaweed Bag, made to order for the label, use leftover yarn purchased from textile production companies. The former is water-repellent and has a silver buckle created in collaboration with the artist’s ZWYRTECH. The latter is the perfect surrealist piece to add to your rotation.

Tom Brown

price: $3,290 USD
evaluation: 7/10

Lobster-shaped backpack, anyone? Thom Browne’s $3,290 USD bag is made from all-black, full-grain leather in the shape of a crustacean. It’s designed with a Thom Browne-style blue-red striped lining and adjustable backpack straps. This editor rates this bag a 7 out of 10 for him.