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Work Bags on a Budget
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items My favourite chic + affordable bags for back-to-work & back-to-school that are perfect for ambitious fashion lovers who want to look good in the office!
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Neutrals (for the authoritarian offices)
Professional, But A Little More Fun
Neutrals (for the authoritarian offices)
Neutral, professional pieces for the women working in offices with dictators with authoritarian dress codes where black is the only acceptable answer
This tote is a slightly smaller one but the shoulder carry makes it a comfortable piece that can still fit your corporate essentials
Women's Black Tote Bag with Pouch | H&M US
An underrated but gorgeous piece that's more subtle than the others but undoubtedly beautiful and elegant
Women's Dark brown Shopper | H&M US
A classic intern tote from Mango that's great if you have a more relaxed office style while still wanting to stay put together
Mango structured tote bag in black
I'd say this is more of a special occasion work piece that's perfect for when you don't have all that much to take into the office but you still want to show up well
Charles & Keith Calla tote bag in dark moss
A stunning woven tote that'll fit everything you need without compromising on sturdiness and style. If slouchy or suede silhouettes aren't for you, this is more up your alley
Charles & Keith Ivette woven tote bag in noir
This is for the aspiring C-Suit exc. 100%. Nothing more needed
Tommy Hilfiger Essential metallic logo tote bag in black
A much more casual tote, perfect for casual Fridays and internship roles when you're having to run around your office
ASOS DESIGN winged tote bag with lock detail in black
A burgundy bag I love for its wide handles, tapered silhouette, and colour that give you options outside of the usually dull professional colour palette
ASOS DESIGN pinched seam bonded tote bag in burgundy
Another simple but beautiful bag in a classic work silhouette and appearance that would pair perfectly with a dark pin stripe suit with wide legged trousers and a pointed heel
Gina Tricot PU tote bag in black
This piece is not quite as casual as some of the other black bags in this collection but it's still a stunning everyday bag that has some character
ASOS DESIGN fold top tote bag in black
A favourite casual shoulder bag for OOO errands and corporate work days all the same
Glamorous faux leather structured tote bag in black
A more mature piece with a deep, glossy burgundy colouring that makes it another perfect piece for the aspiring C-suit Exc.
ASOS DESIGN structured jumbo tote bag in burgundy
This bag is a lot like the light brown shopper I'm head over heels for in a deeper colour way with a wider silhouette that makes it better suited for the girls who pride themselves in the amount of things they can pull out of their purses
Gina Tricot long strap tote bag in brown
By now, you should probably be able to tell I carry a lot of things with me every day by the size of these bags. This suede shoulder bag is relatively low-end in terms of price, with a professional look that doesn't compromise beauty, and a shiny bla...
Women's Dark brown Shoulder Bag | H&M US
It only recently occurred to me that I could get Pretty Little Thing in the US as a UK native (long live the black brits), and my life has never been the same. One thing PLT does well is bags, and this simple black tote is the perfect piece for an of...
Black Faux Leather Structured Tote Bag | PrettyLittleThing USA
For a large and structured piece, this black PLT tote bag is leading in spaciousness and comfortability
Black Faux Leather Tote Bag | PrettyLittleThing USA
Another bag for the women whose job requires them to bring their kitchen sink, cat, dog, and next-door neighbour into work, this shopper is the perfect pick
MANGO Faux Leather Shopper Bag (Women)
Professional, But A Little More Fun
These are the pieces that are professional, functional, but with more personality and fun for the women not shackled by the bounds of corporate dress codes
I love the rectangle silhouette, and the shoulder carry makes it a comfortable daily office piece
Women's Taupe Shopper | H&M US
Perfect for the women who take their entire house with them to the office, who still want to stay in style
Women's Brown Suede Shopper | H&M US
By far my favourite work bag. It screams sophistication with style, and is large enough to carry everything you could possibly want without giving up colour and style
Women's Light brown Shopper | H&M US
Another woven tote bag I love for its deeper but still striking colour
6ASOS DESIGN scoop weave tote bag in chocolate
This gorgeous tote bag in chocolate weave is exceptional for calmer offices where colour is appreciated, though it may not be best suited towards high corporate as joy and whimsy isn't really their thing (us girls bring it though)
ASOS DESIGN scoop tote bag in chocolate weave
Another just like the ASOS DESIGN Scoop Tote Bag in Chocolate Weave, perfect for showing out and staying stylish in more relaxed offices
ASOS DESIGN faux suede tubular handle tote bag with internal pouch and charm detail in green
Something H&M definitely does well is affordable shopping, and this beige piece is no exception.
Women's Beige Shopper | H&M US
This bag has the most perfect slouchy silhouette and enough space for everything you'll need in a day
Women's Beige Suede Shoulder Bag | H&M US