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How to Style Coach Outlet’s Trending Bags This Season
As Mariah Carey said, it’s tiiiimeee (to start curating your outfits for those holiday dinners in a few days and upcoming NYE parties, that is). And while you might be deprioritizing all that in favor of last-minute shopping sprees for the hard-to-shop-for wife, mom with high standards, or any other woman in your life who’s an enigma when it comes to what she not only wants but needs, we’re here to refocus the narrative on you, dear reader — for the sole purpose of helping you look stunning for the final weeks of December and beyond.
There’s no better place to start this journey of acing chic holiday looks than at Coach Outlet — Coach‘s more affordable but no less covetable sister label whose outerwear, party dresses, jewelry, and other accessories will serve as saving graces for when you need to turn a look with a little more oomph to it. But Coach Outlet’s main event is, undoubtedly, its vast selection of in-demand, It-girl-approved handbags: anchored by the Nolita and Teri silhouettes specifically.
The latter is one of those “little shoulder bags” that you’ve seen all your favorite celebrities slinging around. Space-efficient, structured, and clocking in at under $150, it’s the antithesis of a voluminous tote bag in that the Nolita mandates taking with you only the most essential of essentials (think go-to tube of lip gloss, wallet, phone, ID, mascara for quick touchups in restaurant bathrooms, and pack of gum).
And while the Nolita features only subtle curves, its Teri counterpart boasts a bit more slouch, as well as the occasional chain strap that makes it a beaut to behold. A ’90s-inspired profile here also lends itself well to some experimentation vis-à-vis patterns and materials (our editors have heart eyes for the summer-evoking cherry print and burgundy-hued variety swathed in sumptuous velvet). The best news is that the catchall’s aforementioned strap can be taken off and put back on at will, meaning you can wear it crossbody–style, too, for when you want your hands to be occupied with eggnog or mulled wine instead.
Choosing the Coach Outlet Nolita or Teri bag of your dreams is all fine and dandy, but when it comes to actually styling these finds, even the most seasoned of fashionistas can often be left stumped. That’s why WWD Shop’s team is here to help you curate the most head-turning ensembles fueled by Coach Outlet’s best-in-class offerings. Whether you’re doing something more intimate for the holidays this year or are going all out with a bash to remember, one thing can be agreed upon: You need to look amazing for the occasion.
These top bags, charms, and attire selections will get you there in just a few clicks. It’s a true Christmas miracle!
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Coach Outlet Nolita 19 With Snake Print
The animal print trend shined bright on fall/winter 2025 and spring 2026 runways this year, with fashion houses from Tod’s to Michael Kors joining Coach Outlet in their love for all things exotic — especially when it comes to the cold-blooded and edgy snake. That being said, take advantage of the material for winter via the Coach Outlet Nolita 19 With Snake Print. And, because the zip-top shoulder bag itself (which Coach calls “little but limitless”) only features one internal compartment, be sure to pair it up with the Carmen Bag Charm, which can hold your overflow itty-bitty must-haves and is also snake-clad.
Continue the green theme with Coach Outlet’s Star Puffy Bag Charm, and then switch things up color-wise by way of cold-weather go-tos that benefit from another earth tone: a soft, brown-tinted orange (near-complementary on the color wheel to green) that will make your Nolita pop. We’re talking about the 100-percent wool Knit Beanie and matching Knit Tech Gloves, of course (the latter of which flaunt touch-sensitive technology that will allow you to type away with ease while keeping your digits warm and toasty).
When style and functionality meet, pure magic is the result.
Shown With: Coach Outlet Carmen Bag Charm With Snake Print ($56.25); Coach Outlet Star Puffy Bag Charm ($55); Coach Outlet Knit Beanie With Rubber Patch ($47.50); Coach Outlet Knit Tech Gloves With Rubber Patch ($47.50)
Price upon publish date of this article: $95.20
Coach Outlet Teri Mini Crossbody Bag
Those who are Team Teri would be remiss not to spend their hard-earned money on the Coach Outlet bag’s suede iteration, whose “leather, but make it elevated” composition makes it a textural wonder to behold (and hold, all season long, thanks to those two detachable straps). To make the hot pick’s Vintage Brown colorway really shine, we suggest treating it to two standout charms and straps also found at Coach Outlet. The Short Pearl Strap can be swapped in for the bag’s already-present one, adding an element of dainty sophistication to the vignette, or simply hung from end to end with its handy dogleash clips. As for that Key Cluster Bag Charm, its practical-meets-chic allure couldn’t be clearer — and all those metal-plus-enamel details are bound to impress every passerby (or fellow dinner guest) who happens to catch a glimpse.
Starry-eyed already? We thought so. Take all those stars further with Coach’s Soho Sneaker, whose outsole is engraved with a map of Manhattan. Already spotted on the feet of Bella Hadid, Ella Emhoff, and countless other tastemakers, the stepper now comes adorned by leather star patches, alongside a stylized tiger print that will make your modern holiday getups roar to life.
Shown With: Coach Outlet Short Pearl Strap ($95); Coach Outlet Key Cluster Bag Charm ($45); Coach Outlet Soho Sneaker With Stars ($195)
Price upon publish date of this article: $179
Coach Outlet Teri Shoulder Bag
Red is a quintessential holiday color, and there’s no better way to spotlight it in all your Yuletide looks than to grab Coach Outlet’s Teri Shoulder Bag — not just any one, but the ruby-red Spazzolato leather option. That glossy exterior looks opulent as is, but think about the impact it will have when teamed up with the brand’s Sculpted C Cherries Print Silk Wide Skinny Scarf, which can go around your neck or the bag’s strap alike, bringing a markedly Parisian feel to it.
Ever since the trend was set in stone by the Pinterest Predicts report for 2025, cherries have dominated conversations (and looks) across beauty, fashion, and even interiors (just take one look at all those new “black cherry” makeup collections for confirmation). And we’re here to tell you that they’re not best reserved for the summertime. Indeed, allowing the fruits to breathe playfulness into your wintertime getups will be one of your best fashion decisions to date. Just don’t forget to top things off with the Coach Outlet Cherry Wavy Huggie Earrings pair, a squiggly and polished jewelry box favorite.
Shown With: Coach Outlet Sculpted C Cherries Print Silk Wide Skinny Scarf ($42.50); Coach Outlet Cherry Wavy Huggie Earrings ($64)
Price upon publish date of this article: $199
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Meet the Author
Stacia Datskovska is a Senior Commerce Writer at WWD. Previously, she worked at ELLE DECOR as an assistant digital editor, covering all things luxury, culture, and lifestyle through a design lens. Her bylines over the past five years have appeared in USA Today, Baltimore Sun, Teen Vogue, Boston Globe, Food & Wine, and more. Prior to joining ELLE DECOR, Datskovska learned the ins and outs of e-commerce at Mashable, where she tested products, covered tentpole sales events, and curated gift guide roundups. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and international relations. Datskovska regularly reports on celebrity-approved accessories and how to style them for every season.
