There’s no quicker way to elicit squeals of joy throughout our office than waltzing in with a cute new bag on your arm. It can make or break your entire outfit, and there’s no limit to the number of styles you can justify having in your wardrobe. But when you love fashion as much as we do, finding affordable options for stop-you-in-your-tracks bags can prove difficult—or as Leah Faye Cooper surmised, nearly impossible. That doesn’t mean they don’t exist, though! To make it easier for you, our editors uncovered their 21 favorite bags for the new season at three different price points: under $250, under $500, and yes, $1,000 and up. What’s life without a little excess anyway?
Hannah Baxter
Editor
1. Under $250: JW PEI Fiona Bag, $195: With a vegan leather exterior and lining made from 100% recycled plastic bottles, this bag is just as beneficial for the environment as it is a valuable addition to my wardrobe. I also can’t stop drooling over electric orange *anything* these days. It makes me feel like I live somewhere tropical rather than frigid Brooklyn.
2. Under $500: Kara Silver Mesh Shopper, $495: THIS BAG! What a treasure. Chainmail and silver accessories are having a serious moment in fashion right now, but this is definitely my favorite iteration so far.
3. Over $1,000: CHANEL Boy Flap Bag, $4,535: I mean, what girl doesn’t dream of her first CHANEL bag? I’ve been wanting a Boy style for years now, and a deep navy colorway will go perfectly with pretty much anything I own. Kind of like denim, but the most upscale expensive pair you can find.
Noah Lehava
Director, Lifestyle & Talent
1. Under $250: Trademark Small Leather Bag, $189: Every fashion editor shed a tear when it was announced Trademark was closing. This is the last collection sold in stores, so I’m stocking up while I can. You should too!
2. Under $500: Respiro Studio Alexa Bag in Green, $279: I was in an Instagram blackhole when this swirly, shiny little green bag stopped my finger in its tracks.
3. Over $1,000: Celine 2016 Medium Tri Fold Bag, $2,300: What more do I have to say than…#oldceline?
Jodi Taylor
Editor
1. Under $250: The Modern Society Alexa Bag, $239: I mean, it’s both tortoise shell and mini. What more could you want? This bag is the perfect companion for a night out where all you need is your phone, credit card, and a lipstick. I see us having a great future together.
2. Under $500: Anne Vest Shopper Bag, $376: Who said a cozy lifestyle can’t go as far as your handbag? Not I. This Shopper bag is dreams to me. You also can’t knock the fact that it’ll double as a pillow whenever needed.
3. Over 1,000: Louis Vuitton Mini Soft Trunk, $3,550: You knew it was coming, didn’t you? The only bags above the $1,000 that I’m looking at are Louis Vuitton. What can I say; Virgil killed it.
Leah Faye Cooper
Editorial Director
1. Under $250: Cuyana Mini Circle Belt Bag, $140: I’ve yet to jump on the belt bag bandwagon but if I decide to, it’ll be with this great circle style from Cuyana.
2. Under $500: 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Nano Satchel, $495: I already own a bright red Pashli a bigger size, but how cute is the nano version? Do I need this for weekend errand running? I think the answers is ‘obviously, yes.’ .
3. Over $1,000: The Volon Great L Alice Mini Bag, $1,110: My love for a box bag has no bounds, and when I spotted a Volon purse in the office on day—on loan for a shoot—I started calculating how many Uber rides I’d need to sacrifice to make one mine. I don’t own one yet, but fingers crossed I do one day.
Ivanna Martinez
Social Media Associate
1. Under $250: Jeff Wan Grand Baie Juice Box, $225: Juice boxes are in! But you already knew that. This one from Jeff Wan is so fun, and comes in different colors and patterns. I’m all about the mini statement bag, so this one is perfect for me!
2. Under $500: Geraldine Lustgarten Nano Doctor’s Bag, $400: This Geraldine bag is making me want to wear chains 24/7. I love that it’s small yet stands out. Just one nano bag can make a whole look pop.
3. Over $1,000: CHANEL Gabrielle Small Hobo Bag, $3,900: Everyone needs mint in their wardrobe. Everyone needs CHANEL in their wardrobe. In a dream world, this would be my pick.
Katie Becker
Beauty Director
1. Under $250: LLBean Lightweight Katahdin Tote, $132: I’ll rock the LL logo like it’s LV. Plus, the rain can’t harsh my vibe when I stuff this full of gym clothes and my laptop.
2. Under $500: Clare V Poppy Multi Fannypack, $299: There are a lot of colors going on here which is why I think this bag will go with everything. I’ll wear it over my shoulder and around my waist.
3. Over $1,000: Proenza Schouler Patchwork Leather Shoulder Bag, $1,295: I’ve been stalking the heck outta this bag. Just a month and a half until she will be mine.
Camille Freestone
Editorial Fellow
1. Under $250: White Shirley Mini Leather PVC Tote, $185: While Staud is not exactly the new kid on the block anymore, I still think they are such a great brand. Their bags (this one being no exception) are not only unique, but come at a reasonable price point, too.
2. Under $500: Chylak Croc-Effect Glossed Leather Shoulder Bag, $415: If you spend as much time online *window* shopping as I do, then you’ll know croc is having a moment. I love that this shoulder bag has a shorter strap to make it a bit more relevant.
3. Over $1,000: Wandler Hortensia Large Leather Shoulder Bag, $1,050: I am a complete sucker for a structured bag in a muted hue — that’s basically all I own. This one may not be conducive to a college student’s budget, but hey, a girl can dream.
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