Looking for the best handbags? Explore these popular picks from the top brands
Want to give your style a refresh this year, without having to update your wardrobe? A new handbag can do just that. Or perhaps you’re looking to treat someone special to a nice bag.
Even if you love shopping, like us, the sheer number of styles, colors and brands can easily become overwhelming. We’ve got you covered with a diverse, carefully curated set from the leading brands; bestselling shoulder bags, totes, crossbodies, satchels, messenger bags, mini bags and more. You’ll find budget-friendly picks, such as this Uniqlo crossbody/shoulder bag that went viral on TikTok, all the way up to luxury designs including this stunning vintage Burberry crocodile-embossed satchel.
Best shoulder bag gifts
This Staud handbag is made of soft tan suede, designed with a leather-wrapped top handle and an interior slip pocket. The shoulder strap is removable, so you can wear this bag in multiple ways.
This budget-friendly bag is made of vegan leather and suede, paired with silver hardware and the Calvin Klein logo. The bucket-style bag has a neat drawstring feature, interior slip and zipper pockets and an adjustable strap for wearing it as a shoulder bag or crossbody. It comes in 20 monochrome and multicolor models.
Best crossbody bag gifts
There are multiple ways to carry this new crossbody bag. It has a top handle, a crossbody strap and a striped webbing strap, both of which are detachable. It has a front phone pocket, a zippered main pocket and interior pockets to keep all your daily essentials organized. It's made from recycled vegan leather and comes in 11 different colors.
This leather Kate Spade crossbody contains exterior and interior slip pockets with an adjustable strap and gold hardware. The brand logo is stamped on the outside, with 21 monochrome, multicolor and patterned styles to choose from.
This luxury piece features Burberry’s signature plaid pattern and a stamped gold plaque on the front indicating that the handbag is genuine. It comes with an adjustable crossbody strap and an interior slip pocket, made from a combination of natural and synthetic fabrics.
Best tote bag gifts
This quilted bag is reversible, so you get two colors for the price of one. It's got a magnet closure, padded straps and it's big enough for groceries but small enough for everyday essentials as well.
This cotton canvas Marc Jacobs tote is a real statement piece, with the brand’s logo and "The tote bag" rendered in bold block lettering on the front. Along with two top handles, it has an adjustable, removable strap that lets you wear it as a tote, shoulder bag or crossbody. There are two zip and slip pockets on the inside. It comes in 12 colors, from neutral to patterned to neon.
This Coach tote has room for all your daily essentials and even has space for a 13-inch laptop. Carry it with the two handles, or wear it on your body with the detachable strap. It's made out of canvas and recycled leather, and it has a zipper closure and side pockets.
Best satchel gifts
This satchel has a stylish slouchy aesthetic with an intricate weave and chunky knot on the handle. The vegan leather bag has a polyester lining, with two inner zip and slip pockets. It comes in 15 colors including neutrals, bright colors, neon and metallics.
Best messenger bag gifts
Shiny silver hardware creates an attractive contrast effect against this black Tory Burch handbag, with the brand logo and decorative buckles on the front. It’s made of strong recycled nylon with a removable, adjustable strap for flexible wear. Capable of storing an 11-inch laptop, it contains two exterior zipper pockets and two interior slip pockets.
Best mini bag gifts
More of the best handbag gifts
We brought this trendy Lululemon belt bag into the BestReviews Testing Lab to see if it’s worth the hype, and the answer is a resounding yes. Our tester praised the soft yet heavy-duty, water-repellent fabric. We love how comfortable it is to wear and how it can be tossed in the washing machine for easy cleaning. Other highlights include an adjustable strap, exterior zipper pocket, some interior pockets and 12 color options.
While Steve Madden is best known for its footwear, this glitzy crossbody proves that the brand designs great bags, too. It’s not overly expensive, but not exactly a budget buy. It combines practical and glam elements — rhinestones decorate the exterior, which also contains two outer zip pockets; there’s a detachable pouch and adjustable chain and fabric straps, so you can also wear it as a belt bag. It comes in six neutral and bright colors with gold or silver hardware, depending on the model.
This spacious faux leather shoulder bag is offered at an affordable price. The glam design features circular studs along the strap and lining the bottom front, with a brand logo and a zipper pocket at the back. Inside, there’s a polyester lining, two open pockets and a zipper pocket. You have plenty of color options with this bag, available in 39 versions, including single- and multi-toned.
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