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Bags on Bags on Bags
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items I love how bags can be the perfect marriage of form and function! I'm not the type to like to swap out bags on the regular based on my outfits, so I tend to gravitate towards styles that work on their own as statement pieces or really classic pieces ...
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Everyday Bags (fits your essentials!)
Work Bags (fits a laptop!)
Travel Bags (fits your life!)
Everyday Bags (fits your essentials!)
I know this is technically a diaper / baby bag, but think of how handy this would be when flying and needing to wipe down the airplane seats!
The Mini Mae | Higton Market
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I have a similar small satchel bag that I love for carrying just the necessities: car keys, house keys, wallet, personal phone, work phone, hand sanitizer, and lip balm. What I love about the top handle is that I can just quickly grab it out of the c...
Madison Small Satchel | Kate Spade
I have an older version of this style bag and I use it when I might be carrying a few more things (e.g. a small personal umbrella, a card or small gift for a friend) and want to quickly sling something over my shoulder. This does come with a removabl...
Hudson Convertible Flap Shoulder Bag | Kate Spade
For the truly minimal - this holds a standard phone plus a minimal card sleeve wallet. I struggled to carry this plus my house keys, but if you don't have as big of a key ring or you have a keypad that doesn't need a physical key, this could be all y...
Devin Flap Chain Wallet | Kate Spade
I haven't purchased a bag from Quince yet, but I do like how high end their clothing products feel without the high price tag often associated with brand names. I really like the simplicity of this style and think this would make a fantastic everyday...
Italian Leather Foldover Crossbody | Quince
This is very similar in shape and size to an older Coach bag that i have that is the perfect shape to fit under your arm, even when wearing a winter coat.
Teri Shoulder Bag | Coach
Slightly larger than the Teri Shoulder Bag, so will fit more stuff! I have a medium sized bag like this but I rarely use it for day-to-day since I just don't need that much space.
Teri Hobo Bag | Coach
Technically this style also comes without a zipper top, but I prefer the peace of mind that comes with knowing that my stuff is secured and won't fall out. This is definitely a minimal day purse, really just holding a wallet, phone, keys, and earbuds...
Eliza Shoulder Bag With Zipper Closure | Coach
I really like the size and shape of this - it feels like a larger belt bag, but a little more polished.
Nouvelle - Recycled Nylon - Ivory / Gold / Camel
A cute little pop of color!
Burgundy Italian Leather Quilted Crossbody Bag
Loving the look of this classic style - though I usually don't like when there's only a buckle clasp (big fan of zippers because I will inevitably accidentally tip over the bag).
Italian Leather Top Handle Crossbody Satchel in Cappuccino
Work Bags (fits a laptop!)
I was (and still am) obsessed with how well thought out this bag was designed. It's perfect for commuting with enough room to hold the essentials while still looking clean and classy. For me, the most important part of a work tote is that it must hav...
Legend Tote | Dagne Dover
If you asked a consultant to design an amazing bag, you might get something similar to this. Multiple pockets, a key strap, and hidden pockets make this perfect for work on the go. I love that it has a separate laptop compartment and a pass through s...
The O.G. 2 | Lo and Sons
I actually have this one in the solid black as my current work bag that I found at TJ Maxx before it was fully discontinued. I love it, though I wish it had a trolley pass through so that it could sit more securely on my rolling luggage for travel.
Jae Large Tote | Kate Spade
I've been thinking about switching to a backpack for work as I get older, especially one that has a luggage trolley strap so that it can sit on top of my roller bag without me worrying about it slipping off. However, I still like the ease of access t...
Celina Backpack | Tumi
If the OG 2 was designed by a consultant as a perfect work tote, this comes pretty dang close to a perfect backpack. It's even more space efficient without the domed top! There's a number of colorways, but I think the top handle feature is also great...
The Rowledge | Lo and Sons
This is an excellent option for those who are traveling but also don't want to have to bring the full bag to a team dinner or outing. The top flap zips off to be a crossbody purse, while the rest of the bag features the same thoughtful design around ...
Explore the Melrose Rucksack
I know it says “diaper bag” but it has a laptop sleeve and all of that open space to fit diapers is perfect for fitting all of your travel essentials. Call it the upgraded bag that takes you from baby back to work.
Lullaby Diaper Backpack Blush
I love that this comes in a muted pink-purple! There’s also a ton of other, more traditional colors if that’s your style. Fits a laptop and a Stanley tumbler (sleeve has a hole for the handle to pop out!). I’m not sure if this would hold everything I...
Commuter Backpack Berry
Another tote option with an optional trolley pass through and dedicated laptop sleeve. I like that the exterior pockets are built as exterior pockets and I’m really liking the brown as an alternative to black.
Daily Tote Espresso
Travel Bags (fits your life!)
My all-time favorite luggage brand. Reasonably priced, great warranty, and developed by flight crew (and if they're not airplane warriors, IDK who would be). I have been using the same Crew 9 21" Expandable Spinner Suiter since trips in 2010. This in...
Travelpro: Travel Luggage, Suitcase Sets, Weekenders & More
If you're headed out somewhere and planning to do some exploring before you check in to your lodging, or after you check out, look no further than this cost effective and super portable carry-on sized backpack luggage. The same capacity as a roller c...
Mother Lode Travel Backpack
I actually haven't used this on a plane yet - but I really like it for toting around a weekends' worth of stuff! I recently brought it with me on a weekend roadtrip and found that it was the perfect amount of space to keep me from overpacking. I like...
Catalina Deluxe Tote - Eco Friendly Canvas - Natural
I don't love the patterns that Vera Bradley has right now - they all feel a little old and fuddy duddy to me (but if they're up your alley, go for it!). I prefer brighter and less paisley personally, but I really like the shape and functionality of m...
Large Miramar Weekender