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A not-too-big, not-too-small shoulder bag is the perfect option for an everyday handbag. It holds everything you need while sitting comfortably on your shoulder.
Dimensions: Height: 6 inches; width: 10 inches; depth: 2 inches
Colours: 6 options
Materials: Patent leather
Suede is having a major moment right now, and the Polo ID Shoulder Bag is a classic you can’t pass up. With long straps and a magnetic closure, it’s a bag you’ll have in your wardrobe forever.
Dimensions: Height: 16.75 inches; width: 15.75 inches; depth: 1.75 inches
Colours: Night, Bottle Green, Black, Ivory
Materials: Suede and calf-skin leather
Popular as ever and loved by ELLE Editors, this bag is proof that Coach makes options perfect for every day.
Dimensions: Height: 11 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 3.3 inches
Colours: Dark Stone, Maple, Dark Ruby, Black
Materials: Leather
Customer review: “I love this bag. It is super cute and versatile with any look. The colours are absolutely beautiful and I love the magnetic closing latch.”
In the mood for a sophisticated and understated bag? You won’t go wrong with this option from Polène. I love the addition of the shoulder strap on this style, allowing the option to have two looks in one.
Dimensions: Height: 9.65 inches; width: 12.8 inches; depth: 4.33 inches
Colours: Taupe, Black, Camel, Ebony, Chalk
Materials: Leather
Bowling bags are having a major style moment. This leopard print one from & Other Stories looks so much more expensive than it is — it’s also surprisingly roomy.
Dimensions: Height: 4.3 inches, Length: 11.4 inches, Depth: 2.8 inches
Colours: Black, Leopard Print, Burgundy
Materials: Leather
A favorite of US senior fashion commerce editor Dale Arden Chong, this bag has plenty of room without compromising on style. You, too, will love its shape and size—Chong even carries it as her go-to work tote.
Dimensions: Height: 11.75 inches; width: 10.5 inches; depth: 4.75 inches
Colours: 6 options
Materials: Leather
A slouchy shoulder bag is an excellent silhouette for every day, and Liffner makes one of the best. Plus, the zip-top will make sure all of your belongings are safely stored.
Dimensions: Height: 14.6 inches; width: 17.3 inches; depth: 3.9 inches
Colors: Beige, Black, Brown
Materials: Leather
This Sézane beauty can be worn as a crossbody or as a shoulder bag, depending on the mood you’re in. The rich burgundy is a stunning hue that still feels neutral, but if you’re looking for something a little more traditional, this bag comes in plenty of other colours, too.
Dimensions: Height: 6.7 inches; width: 9.4 inches; depth: 1.8 inches
Colours: 7 options
Materials: Leather
Your everyday bag doesn’t have to be huge to be worn daily, and this Freja bag is proof. It may be on the smaller side, but it still fits all of your necessities—and it’s elevated enough to wear out on the town.
Dimensions: Height: 6 inches; width: 13 inches; depth: 6 inches
Colours: Espresso, Oat, Black, Pecan
Materials: Vegan Leather
Customer review: “I love my mini Christie Espresso Bag. The brown is a beautiful shade and I get so many compliments.”
It’s no secret that a suede shoulder bag is a closet staple. I love the gold buckle touch and magnetic closure of this one, making it both stylish and functional.
Dimensions: Height: 5.5 inches; width: 9.75 inches; depth: 1.5 inches
Colours: Mahogany, Blue, Tan
Materials: Suede
If there were to be the perfect everyday bag, this one would be in the running for the top spot. It’s a great year-round neutral in soft pebbled leather; I guarantee you’ll find yourself reaching for nearly every occasion.
Dimensions: Height: 8.5 inches; width: 5 inches; depth: 4.5 inches
Colours: Sandpit
Materials: Leather
With a chic geometric silhouette, this bag is a fun addition to your everyday collection, and it even comes with a cinched bag to keep all of your essentials in tow.
Dimensions: Height: 9.06 inches; width: 15.75 inches; depth: 4.33 inches
Colours: Chocolate
Materials: Polyurethane
Black leather is a no-brainer when it comes to an everyday bag. It literally goes with everything so you can rest assured it will be put to good use. Just think about that cost per wear.
Dimensions: Height: 9.5 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 3 inches
Colors: Black
Materials: Leather
Loved by editors everywhere, this bag is a stylish option for a daily tote. It also has a detachable strap for those long commutes or days around the city.
Dimensions: Height: 8.75 inches; width: 15.7 inches; depth: 5.9 inches
Colours: 6 options
Materials: Leather
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