The cross body bag is that perfect meld of beauty (ideally!) and utility. It offers a hands-free existence, or in other words, freedom—to post on social media, Facetime, enjoy a cocktail, fix your hair, hail a taxi. The options are almost endless. Shop the bags that make the grade—including ones that do double duty as a waist bag.

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A little bit ’70s, a little bit modern—we’re seeing this winner with polished denim and white shirt dressing.

Wandler, USD $995.00 at matchesfashion.com

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What’s more right now than a basket bag that’s also a waist bag? Consider it Jane Birkin, 2018.

The Beach People , USD $60 at thebeachpeopleco.com

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We adore the minimal nature of this easy-to-wear cross body that is available in every shade we would want right now, for under $200.

Baggu, USD $160 at baggu.com

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What has animal magnetism and a bold color-way? This killer bag with an adventurous soul and a ladylike form.

Roger Vivier, USD $4,050.00 at rogervivier.com

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The white hue makes it super versatile and the fact that it can be worn as a cross body and a waist bag just reinforces the point.

Complét, USD $455.00 atcomplet-o.com

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This baby-sized baby blue bag gives us perfect ’90s vibes and adds just the right femininity to even tailored ensembles.

Hunting Season, USD $680.00 at net-a-porter.com

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A statement bag that almost defines the genre—this baby makes the look.

Prada, USD $2,350.00 at net-a-porter.com

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This timeless number is as elegant as it is cute—a rare but stellar combo.

Loewe, USD $1,890.00 at net-a-porter

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The kind of bag you’re not sure you want to wear or keep on a shelf to stare at. But we assure you, you should wear it.

Gucci, USD $1,170.00 at matchesfashion.com

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These bold shades add up to a fun approach to a compact bag.

Akris, USD $1,190 at akris.ch

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This article originally appeared on Harper’s BAZAAR US