Feel like you’re in a style slump? We have the cure - the best metallic purses that’ll wake your outfit up and take you from drab to dazzling. Need even more convincing? We’re of the mindset that metallics can be a neutral, meaning they’ll go with everything in your closet while taking your look up a notch, especially during party season. Grab a convertible clutch (Free People Viva La Faux Clutch, $78) to hit your next holiday party with pizzazz, or even spice up your gym ‘fit with a tote that keeps your fresh clothes fresh with dedicated pockets for dirty items and sneakers (Calpak Luka Duffel, $128). We spoke with Lucy Aylen, the founder of Never Fully Dressed, Tiktok’s go-to fashion line for party-ready looks, and scoured the market to bring you the 14 best metallic bags of all sizes, shapes, and prices. Bring on the shine!

Lucy Aylen, British designer and face behind Never Fully Dressed founded the brand in her parents’ attic in 2009 where she customized clothing to sell at London’s boutique markets, Spitalfields and Portobello. Following in the footsteps of her market-trading parents, Lucy’s strong work ethic was ingrained in her from a young age where if she wanted something she worked for it.

Fear not, shine lovers! Aylen is happy to assure us that you won’t have to retire any of the bags below anytime soon. “Metallics have been a recurring trend, often making appearances in various styles”, she maintains. “This year we [can experiment] with metallic fabrics, finishes, and embellishments to add a touch of glamor and excitement to collections [that] will continue into 2024.”  And what better embellishment to any outfit than a chic metallic bag?

Aylen loves to style metallic bags with “contrasting colors and fabrics, playing with textures to add interest to an outfit.” However, if you’re more of a capsule wardrobe lover, Aylen also supports a soft palette which she says “grounds an outfit allowing the bag to make a statement.”

We looked for bags that suit all needs–from day to night (and even travel)--to make sure you’re covered no matter how you plan to carry your new bff accessory. We made sure to find bags that fit multiple size needs and price points, and every bag we chose needed to be highly-rated by shoppers for durability and functionality.