It's a big bag world: Supersized bags are a real big deal now

Minis and micros had their big moment but now it’s time to create room for capacious carryalls, which are all the rage. – Photos: Filepics

After several seasons of small satchels fit for a Smurfette being de rigueur, we are glad to note that supersized bags are very much a big deal now.

The Saint Laurent Icare tote is one of the most sought out styles. — Saint LaurentThe fad can be traced back to the early 2000s, when the uber-cool Olsen twins popularised the trend of carrying enormous purses, thanks to their penchant for the Birkin in 40cm size and the Balenciaga weekender.