Snakeskin Bags Are the Runway-Recommended Way to Close Out the Year of the Snake

Fashion folk know that animal prints are neutrals. That rule pertains to the somewhat ubiquitous leopard, tiger, zebra, cheetah, cow and snake incarnations. The latter is a total vibe this year since 2025 is the Year of the Snake. It explains why there’s so many pieces of snake-style clothing in the Fall 2025 collections. There are also plenty of snakeskin bags to flaunt with said snake-based clothing.

One of the best parts of this autumnal trend is that all that matters is the pattern itself. That’s because designers experimented will all types of shapes and sizes. If you’re leaning into minimalism this time of year, pick up Ganni’s mini yet impactful Bou Tote Bag. Alexander McQueen delivers a sleek, architectural-minded, T-bar-handled beauty. Jil Sander’s Snakeskin Crossbody Bag comes in a deep red hue and has an early aughts vibe. Ulla Johnson also offers a small-in-stature crossbody with a contrasting snake print. If going maximalist is on your seasonal agenda, see Stella McCartney’s fabulous Falabella tote bag that’s made to fold over. Since it’s from McCartney, you can feel good carrying it because it’s crafted from a mycelium-based snakeskin alternative.

The best options are in tip-top shape(s). Jacquemus’ La Petit Pochette Rond clutch looks like the chicest lunch bag ever created. A more affordable clutch selection, & Other Stories’ soft leather version costs under $200. For all the confirmed boho fans out there, both Jil Sander and Coperni will make your hobo bag dreams come true. Still feeling the east-west silhouette? Tory Burch’s quilted shoulder bag fits the sartorial bill. Staud’s Moon bags are truly timeless and, fortunately, the brand makes a snazzy snakeskin take.

While the Year of the Snake slithers away on February 16, 2026, these bags will stand the test of time. Even the ones in unconventional colors, like cherry and green. It helps that the neutrals are easy to style with practically any outfit you can put together. They’re also seasonless. They naturally slot into your cold-weather wardrobe, but don’t sleep on keeping them in play during spring and summer. Cart them around the town for an evening out or amp up your work uniform.

Keep reading to shop the hippest snakeskin bags currently on the market.