With all the daily stress and grief you get at work, make sure your handbag isn't one of them

Got your bag

1/11

A big and functional work bag is every woman's sine qua non in tackling the daily 9 to 5. It carries all your frivolous knick knacks - 3 different shades of red lipstick, 20 lip balms and a whole new outfit to change into for happy hour.  Boy, do we love happy hour! The work bag understands, it sympathises.

 

Of course, while we all encourage pinching our pennies in order to save up for that quintessential flap bag from Chanel, breaking the bank for an office appropriate trophy accessory isn't really necessary. Click through to see the sophisticated, high quality styles for you to glide your way through the daily grind.

 

Roll Handle Tote Bag

2/11

Turn to this sleek tote to accommodate all your office essentials. The bag’s added lavish detail of velvet front + back pockets merges luxe and functionality in one, distinguishing itself as a requisite addition to our ever-expanding collection of bags.

 

Dorothy Perkins Roll Handle Tote Bag, $79.90

Jambu Tote with Gold Details

3/11

This bag exudes Chanel-esque vibes with its elegant chain-strap. What we love most about this bag is its versatility; you can crumple up the chain and carry in short handled in casual off-duty fashion or drape it over your shoulder for a more #girlboss approach.



Aldo Jambu Tote, $99

Bar Top Tote Bag

4/11

This plush bag practically screams ‘posh’. We’re already a fan of the clever juxtaposition between the burgundy and black faux leather for its refined finish and opulent quality.



Dorothy Perkins Black Bar Top Tote Bag, $83.90

Curved Base Tote Bag

5/11

If you're a fan of unconventional silhouettes, pick up this chic bag from Charles & Keith to really jazz up your outfit. This irreverent piece offers a playful alternative to the run-of-the-mill work bags we've already gotten well-acquainted with too many times to count. Best part? It looks extremely posh for its price.







Charles & Keith Emerald Tote Bag, $79.90

Buckle Bag

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The statement oversized buckle strap really steals the show as the sole focal point of this bag. And is it just us, or does this novel number remind you of the iconic Burberry Buckle Tote? Either way, we're ready to make this our newest arm-candy.





Charles & Keith Nude Oversized Buckle Bag, $59.90

Navy and White Scarf Tote Bag

7/11

Everyday will start to feel like a seaside holiday when you're schlepping this cheeky number around. It's charming, intriguing and sailor-chic; a lavish approach at reimagining nautical elements in a bag.



 

Dorothy Perkins Classic Tote, $89.90

 

Studded Tote Bag

8/11

To nail the rockstar chic look flawlessly, switch up the edge with this tough studded tote bag. It's all in the details when it comes to this chic pick from Zara. The decorious structure is befitting for work while the studs offer a laidback sensibility to immediately establish you as the ultimate 'cool girl' of the office.



Zara Studded Tote Bag, $79.90

Structured Handbag

9/11

Cue the classic appeal of the faithful structured handbag. This elegant choice means business (literally) with its constructed, geometric shape. It’s serious, but not so much so that it completely drains the fun out of your outfit.



Charles & Keith Ocean Structured Handbag, $89.90

Velvet Embroidery Bucket Bag

10/11

This bucket bag is not only roomy and functional, it’s also plush and stylish. And if Gucci's recent obsession with embroidered velvet is of any indication, this sure-to-go-viral pick will rack in plenty of compliments from your fellow colleagues.

 

Zara Bucket Bag, $89.90

 

Quilted Top Handle Bag

11/11

The emblematic quilt handbags from Chanel gets reimagined here in a commodious, SFW fashion. The timeless quilt bag is unabashedly feminine and luxurious, substantiating its reign as the perfect dress-to-kill accessory.



Charles & Keith Quilted Handbag, $85.90