18 Designer Tote Bags You Didn’t Know Were So Affordable

If you still want to look polished while lugging around your life, invest in a designer tote bag. Roomy enough to hold all the essentials yet refined enough to work with every outfit, a designer tote is an accessory you’ll reach for season after season. A cult favourite for a reason, the mini Marc Jacobs tote bag comes in a suite of trending colours and textures. If you’re after a tote with timeless appeal, a Longchamp or Ted Baker tote bag in black, navy or neutral will never lead you astray.

Want a touch of luxe without completely breaking the bank? Clip a designer bag strap onto your favourite tote for a look that’s entirely bespoke. 

Want a bag that’s almost bottomless? Look no further than the shopper tote. While some might say they’re ludicrously capacious, we just can’t argue with a bag that fits your drink bottle, tech, jacket and change of clothes. Modern minimalists will love the sleek designs from C&M CAMILLA AND MARC and Country Road, but there’s plenty of options if you’re partial to a print too.

The ultimate commuter companion? A leather tote bag. Labels like Louenhide and The Horse have made suede and leather their signature, with simple yet sturdy designs that double as the perfect laptop bag. Looking for an elegant yet effortless everyday silhouette? A Tony Bianco tote bag in black, blush or tan is the perfect way to elevate your workwear repertoire.

Spending the weekend by the water? A beach bag – and sunshine – is all you need. While technically any bag can be a beach bag if there’s enough sand at the bottom of it, a tote that’s primed for the splash zone will have: a spacious interior; handles that fit comfortably over the shoulder; a nautical nod (not essential, but highly encouraged). Looking to stand out on the sand? We’re fans of Poppy Lissiman’s printed totes.

What better bag to stash your workout gear in than a tote? Their spacious design is perfect for stowing everything from shoes, bottle and gym towel to post-workout essentials like toiletries and a fresh tee. Black tote bags are great for masking inevitable stains, scuffs and spills, while a tote bag with a zip will keep all your loose items in check. And guess what – there’s a Nike tote that ticks off both.