With each season, comes the new ‘it’ accessory. But sometimes, we just want sometimes, we just want something that serves a specific purpose coupled with stylistic sensibilities. Here, we’ve done just that with our edit of 10 tote bags of all shapes and sizes, to serve your every need.
It’s a truly one-size-fits-all bag, in the sense that it’s perfect for work or drinks and everything in between—especially when you’re hurrying out the door. Crafted from ultra supple sand leather and coupled with generously long and thing top handles, this bag will sit perfect over your shoulder or in the nook of your arm.
If you’re looking for the ultimate beach bag, look no further. The Valentino Garavani‘s Rockstud tote made with raffia is spacious enough to pack everything you’ll need for your sandy adventures. It even has interior zipped pockets for storing your valuables, and also comes with two pouches for your bits and bobs.
Logomania may be slowly on its way out of fashion, but Fendi‘s classically shaped ‘Sunshine Shopper’ logo-embossed leather tote is definitely here to stay. Italian craftsmanship combined with the tortoiseshell-effect handles and gold Fendi branding, make for the perfect everyday bag.
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Iconic, bold and the latest celebrity favourite—the Gucci 1955 Horsebit small leather tote is perfect for stylish women on-the-go. It’s large enough to fit most of your everyday essentials, yet small enough to comfortably tote around all day. Bonus? You can sling it cross-body or carry it by the top handles.
The Bottega Veneta Jodie mini knotted intrecciato textured-leather tote is what every party girls’ dreams are made of. The statement-making tote bag fits everything you’ll need for a night out, without compromising on style or functionality.
There’s a quiet audacity about carrying the all-white Kinchaku mini tote from The Sant. The colour alone calls for care and attention, and the size requires an almost Marie Kondo level of organisational skill. Great for brunch with the girls, when all you need is your phone, credit card, some touch-up and appetite.
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Inspired by a similar bag made by the brand for Grace Kelly in 1954, this contemporary version crafted from rattan and textured leather in Italy lends itself perfectly for the girl on-the-go. And by that we mean someone who’s packing light for a day out enjoying the city or nature.
The boxy reimagined Balenciaga Everyday XXS bag in lustrous blue crocodile-effect leather has an almost irreverent quality to it. Its smooth and thin top handles and detachable cross-body strap allows it to become your everyday bag that’ll take you from dawn to disco.
Here’s a minimalist navy leathered approach to an oversized tote bag from Kurt Geiger that’s large and spacious enough to fit your laptop, planner, water bottle and even a parasol. If you’re looking for a new work bag, this is your best bet.
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Salvatore Ferragamo‘s The Studio tote bag offers its wearer sophistication, utility and style. Featuring the brands signature Gancini horse-bit detail, it sits perfectly in the crook of your arm. Whether you’re out for a business lunch, dressing to impress or simply looking to buy an elegant bag, you definitely can’t go wrong with this.