Practical saddle bags that work for the office and weekends

Leather Shoulder Bag in Black, $109.90, Pedro

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Let’s start with a classic design: a black saddle bag. Versatile enough to be worn with everything from business suits to casual jumpsuits, this piece is elevated with chunky gold chain hardware. Run of the mill, this is not.

Small Gate Bag in Amber, Light Grey, Rust Colour Soft Calfskin, $3,500, Loewe

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The Gate bag from Loewe has attracted plenty of fans, thanks to its effortlessly cool look that combines the classic saddle bag design with a knot accent strap on the front. This tri-coloured find isn’t just great for the weekends, you can tote it with you to the office for Casual Fridays.

Gabine Saddle Bag in Dark Green, $79.90, Charles & Keith

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A crowd-favourite design, the Gabine bag from homegrown brand Charles & Keith needs little introduction. Each bag comes with a spacious interior compartment with an added cart slot. Each Gabine bag comes with two handle straps – a shorter shoulder strap and a longer one that can be worn across your body – so you can toggle it to your preference.

Saddle Bag in Gray Toile de Jouy Reverse Jacquard, $5,300, Dior

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It’s literally called a Saddle Bag, so how could we not include this classic piece in our list? Worn on every celeb from Beyonce to Blake Lively, Dior’s Saddle Bag gets an elegant update in this smoke grey jacquard fabric that features the house’s Toile de Jouy motif. Pair with white pants for word, or a white sundress for the weekend.

Marcie Medium Textured Leather Shoulder Bag in Light Grey, US$1,706.35 (SG$2,353), Chloé at Net-A-Porter

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For those hunting for a lighter bag colour, this dove grey bag from Chloé is a lovely option. It can be paired with classic shift dresses, but will look just as pretty with a floral skirt and flats for the weekend.

Cadence Crossbody in Canyon Vegan Terra, $960, Sanreve

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Cult bag brand Sanreve’s take on the saddle bag features a shorter front flap, but feels no less classic than the other options included in this list.

Made from the brand’s signature Vegan Terra material – which is composited from 100 per cent plant-based proteins and bio-PU – you can also select the colour that you’d like your Cadence Crossbody to come in.

Alternatively, opt for this rustic Canyon shade, which is a great way to add a pop of colour to your look.

Wave Bag in Cream Biscuit, $581, Mlouye

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For a more affordable option, this quirky find from Turkish brand Mlouye features a similar tri-colour palette, and is accented by adorable wavy lines that give the bag its name.

Leather Cross-Body Bag In Red, $2,450, Bally

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Would you believe us if we told you that red is actually a really classic colour? It can be worn with your neutral-coloured suits, light blue denim jeans, white linen frocks, and so on. You can wear it to work, on the weekends, for the Lunar New Year gatherings, Christmas parties, Valentine’s Day, or even National Day!

Accented by gold tone hardware, this Bally design is just roomy enough for your daily essentials without looking (or feeling) too bulky.

Willow Saddle Bag in Chalk, $750, Coach

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Sized to fit under your arm perfectly without feeling cumbersome, the Willow bag from Coach comes with just enough room for your dailies. Plus, the chalk white colour adds a freshness to your daily look, whilst the pebbled leather offers resistance so it doesn’t get dirty as easily.

Gucci Blondie Medium Shoulder Bag, $4,520, Gucci

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To get that ‘70s Jackie Onassis-inspired look, this monogrammed bag from Gucci is a great starting point. Modernise your look by choosing clean lines, and contrast the earthy hues of this sac with a bolder colour in your outfit.

Frayme Shoulder Bag, $1,283, Stella McCartney at Farfetch

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Speaking of gold hardware, we’re seeing hearts when we look at this cute bag from Stella McCartney. The classic saddle shape gets a cool upgrade with a chunky chainlink woven into its curved base. The forest green hue is also a great neutral colour that will take you to the boardroom or the high tea party stylishly.





This article was originally published on Singapore Women's Weekly.