Whether it’s a slick tote or a fun boho bag, when commuting around during the work day, it helps to have a bag that is practical as well as complementing to every outfit. It’s better to have a classic bag to carry from season to season as opposed to something too trendy that will became out-of-season after a few months. With morning workouts (athletic wear), daily jobs (work supplies), important meetings (notebooks and visual aids) , errands (commuter shoes), and after-work outings (party accessories), your bag items can easily over accumulate. Regardless of your unique style, we’ve curated a list of essential bags that will effortlessly carry you and your many items from the office to the bar.

-Amber Lyons

Simple and Classic

Alice D., $525
Longchamp, $145
Michael Kors, $149
Valentino, $2849.99

Fun and Edgy

Alexander Wang, $695
Star Mela, $147
Topshop, $85
Vince Camuto, $119.99
Tory Burch, $198

Girly and Glamorous

Balenciaga, $1795
Figue, $225
Topshop, $50
Save My Bag, $150

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-A.L.