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I don’t go to an office. I work remotely as a consultant. But every day, while my kids are at school, I head to a coffee shop to work. So I need a really large bag that holds everything I need for the day.
Whether your office is a desk downtown or a corner table with a latte, here are the work bags worth carrying.
The quick answer
- Top pick: Bottega Veneta woven bag
- Affordable: J.Crew Tote, Vince Suede Tote, Parker Thatch
- Designer, just over $1k: TOTEME
What I carry every day
Right now I’m loving huge, slouchy bags with no brand on them, in brown or black. They fit everything and go with everything.
But I always carry one more: a Bottega Veneta bag in a very bright yellow. I found it on The RealReal. My outfits tend to be very neutral, so that yellow brings brightness to everything I wear. One bold bag does a lot of work.
Top pick: Bottega Veneta (an investment, but worth it)
If you want something like my Bottega, this is the closest option. It’s an investment, but it’s worth it. The woven leather is soft, roomy, and it only gets better with time.
Affordable work bags
1. J.Crew Tote
2. Vince Suede Tote
3. Parker Thatch
Designer option, just over $1k: TOTEME
Want designer without going all the way to Bottega prices? This TOTEME bag comes in just over $1,000.
My one tip
If your wardrobe is mostly neutral like mine, let your bag be the color. A bright bag makes a simple outfit look done.
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