Best shoulder bag on Reddit

112 reviews from r/handbags, r/ManyBaggers, r/CanadianTeachers and 13 more subreddits

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#1

Coach

4.8
(6)
"[Coach Hall Backpack]"
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"Coach Juliet or Cary crossbody!"
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"Coach, definitely. Great choice and great quality."
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"Coach, all the way. I’ve been through a bunch of bags in that price range."
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"What about this one? They have it in a brown colorblock right now too."
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"Coach has a nice deep structured leather tote called Ashton."
#2

Tom Bihn

4.6
(5)
"This is the way."
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"I love my Maker’s bag from Tom Bihn."
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"Tom Bihn Pilot"
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"Tom Bihn makes some excellent bags with a bigger price tag."
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"Tom Bihn Side Hustle"
#3

Timbuk2

4.6
(5)
"I agree with the Timbuk2 messenger, I've also had mine for almost 10 years. I've also just started using the TomBihn Pilot."
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"Highly recommend Timbuk2’s classic messenger bag (have had one for years that still looks and works great)..."
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"You couldn't pry it from my cold dead hands -- but yeah, that aesthetic is definitely a choice."
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"Timbuk2 commute messenger."
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"Timbuk2 is easy."
#4

Kate Spade

4.5
(4)
"I bought one from Kate Spade years ago."
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"Https://www.katespade.com/products/knott-whipstiched-large-shoulder-bag/KB978-962.html?ogmap=PLA%7CACQ%7CGOOG%7CSTND%7Cm%7CSITEWIDE%7CMain%7CKS_RTL_Google_PLA_Signal_NA_Generic_National_PMax_NA_BAU%7CSitewide_Regular_Core_NA%7C%7C18349824468%7C%7CUS&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqNWhxKrE_wIVgs_ICh3rQAseEAQYFyABEgI-a_D_BwE"
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"Kate spade and Kipling (Kiplings are not sturdy but very functional)"
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"These are what I found that might work."
#5

Cloud Bag

5.0
(3)
"I think the cloud bag (not the mini) would work best for all the items you want to carry."
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"I was also going to recommend the Cloud Bag. I use it as my work bag or whenever I need to carry around a lot of stuff."
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"I’d recommend a cloud bag if you need to carry bags within your bag!"
#6

Longchamp

5.0
(3)
"I also agree with something French like Le Pliage Longchamp. Could you wait to buy it in Paris? So much cheaper and fun!"
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"The bag is perfect for my needs and I’ve heard they’re super durable."
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"Longchamp !!!"
#7

Baggu

4.7
(3)
"Baggu Shoulder bag"
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"I love it. It fits a surprising amount. I would put my laptop, iPad, some books, pencil pouch, belt bag, etc all in it and even my water bottle"
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"I'm a teacher and have a medium size baggu shoulder bag as my daily purse. But you'll need something bigger for everything you want to carry."
#8

Alpaka

4.3
(3)
"I have had my sling bag and I can tell it is going to hold up for years to come."
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"Alpaka sling max v2 fits a 14 may do a 15."
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"Idk about the water bottle but Alpaka has some nice bags."
#9

Topo Designs

4.0
(3)
"Take a look at Calpak or Topo Designs for fun colors."
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"I like a Topo Designs bag, can’t remember the model. Not too huge but hold all my stuff."
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"I like a Topo Designs bag, can’t remember the model. Not too huge but hold all my stuff."
#10

Gucci

5.0
(2)
"Or the gucci jackie"
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"Https://www.gucci.com/us/en/pr/women/handbags/shoulder-bags-for-women/half-moon-bags-for-women/aphrodite-large-shoulder-bag-p-726322AAA9F1000?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIg-qh36nE_wIV3ktyCh356wESEAQYAyABEgLyF_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds"
#11

Givenchy

5.0
(2)
"I’m obsessed with the Givenchy Voyou"
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"How about Givenchy G Hobo?"
#12

Ferragamo

5.0
(2)
"Ferragamo"
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"I've had their amy tote since 2016 and i use it daily as my work bag. It still looks amazing and is v supple and durable pebble leather."
#13

YSL

5.0
(2)
"YSL Paris VII"
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"YSL Niki, gives off slouchy vibes."
#14

Mulberry

5.0
(2)
"How about this bag from Mulberry? $1,595. Anyway, I really like Voltaire. Sooo pretty."
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"What about the mulberry Iris?"
#15

Cuyana

4.5
(2)
"Cuyana has beautiful leather totes with zippers"
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"Cuyana has options though not cheap, but so do other places."
#16

Bellroy

4.5
(2)
"Yo, i just got a Bellroy Tokyo Work Bag, and I freakin love it."
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"Bellroy Tokyo tote."
#17

Everlane

4.5
(2)
"This tote from Everlane could be a good option."
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"Not sure if this ticks all the boxes, but [this] one looks decent."
#18

Lululemon

4.5
(2)
"I have the Lululemon City essentials bag and I love it!"
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"Lululemon has some nice stylish options as well."
#19

Chrome Industries

4.5
(2)
"[Chrome Industries Citizen 24l]"
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"Chrome industries Kadet is 9L and Mini Kadet a bit smaller."
#20

Poppy Barley

4.5
(2)
"This is what I treated myself to when I finished my MEd. Love love love it."
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"This one sounds like it might work but I’m not sure if it’d fit a lunch."
#21

Calpak

4.0
(2)
"Take a look at Calpak or Topo Designs for fun colors."
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"Maybe Calpak too?"
#22

Defy

5.0
(1)
"Defy bags defender in horween leather"
#23

Crumpler

5.0
(1)
#24

Loewe

5.0
(1)
"There is the Loewe puzzle hobo and the Loewe hammock too."
#25

Fendi

5.0
(1)
"Is another gorgeous bag."
#26

Dior

5.0
(1)
"Dior Miss Caro"
#27

Lanvin

5.0
(1)
"Lavin Melodie Hobo"
#28

Tod's

5.0
(1)
"Tod’s T-Case"
#29

Etro

5.0
(1)
"Etro Vela"
#30

Khaite

5.0
(1)
"Khaite Cate"
#31

Aesther Ekme

5.0
(1)
"The second ft baguette is better than the the leather on their totes."
#32

Songmont

5.0
(1)
"Love this brand"
#33

APC

5.0
(1)
"😍😍😍"
#34

Waterfield Designs

5.0
(1)
"...and anything from Waterfield Designs (https://sfbags.com — fantastic materials & great construction) — the Shinjuku or Vitesse Messenger should fit the bill"
#35

Amazon

5.0
(1)
"I buy fashionable “diaper bag purses” on Amazon! They have everything you listed."
#36

Louis Vuitton

5.0
(1)
"LV Carryall PM"
#37

Voltaire

5.0
(1)
"The Voltaire is my pick. I adore it!"
#38

Bvlgari

5.0
(1)
"What about the Bvlgari Serpenti Ellipse shoulder bag? I think it is really cute."
#39

Coccinelle

5.0
(1)
"Or this? https://www.coccinelle.com/shoulder-bags-1/coccinelle-gleen-medium-noir-198059978508539.html?keeplocale=true&Country=US&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkaTd8O22gAMV3UtHAR3T0wyxEAQYJiABEgLDIvD_BwE"
#40

Bottega Veneta

5.0
(1)
"Bottega Arco 33 (not the tote), comes in many amazing leathers and colors."
#41

Beis

5.0
(1)
"I’ve purchased two of these “beis work totes” in my teaching career!"
#42

Away Travel

5.0
(1)
"[Away Travel Transit]"
#43

Rebecca Minkoff

5.0
(1)
"[Rebecca Minkoff Jumbo Julian]"
#44

Poppy and Peonies

5.0
(1)
"I have a few styles from Poppy and Peonies"
#45

ONA

5.0
(1)
"ONA Bond Street in the Field Tan version. I really like it."
#46

LL Bean

5.0
(1)
"I got the large size boat and tote from llbean."
#47

KF Concept

5.0
(1)
"I have the KF concept 2-in-1 sling and I really like it."
#48

Lug

5.0
(1)
"Lug bags are my favourite for hauling all the teachery things."
#49

Clare V

5.0
(1)
"[Clare V!]"
#50

Furla

5.0
(1)
"I was super impressed and my mum was really happy too."
#51

Etsy

4.0
(1)
"Try Etsy for a nice, handmade bag!"
#52

Lo and Sons

4.0
(1)
"Lo and Sons Trinity (large to fit the laptop, tan to avoid the black/navy look) might work."
#53

Erth

4.0
(1)
"Best thing I’ve been able to find is the erth dolomite bag"
#54

Rickshaw Bags

4.0
(1)
"Their smaller bags aren't too pricey and they're one of the few makers I've seen that actually focus somewhat on bags for writers."
#55

Helikon Tex

4.0
(1)
"Helikon Tex Side bag"
#56

Cotopaxi

4.0
(1)
"Cotopaxi makes some quality cross body bags."
#57

Uniqlo

4.0
(1)
"If you want round, Uniqlo has a good, very cheap one."
#58

Peak Design

4.0
(1)
"Not water bottle but I like my Peak Design slings. 3L plenty for X100VI."
#59

Daiwa

4.0
(1)
"Daiwa sling tackle bag, check that out"
#60

High Above

4.0
(1)
"[High Above] may interest you"
#61

Amazon Bag

4.0
(1)
"I've had this bag for over 2 years that I really like"
#62

Knomo London

4.0
(1)
"Something from Dagne Dover or Knomo London might work."
#63

Rog

4.0
(1)
"Waaaaay better than the official Rog bag"
#64

Dagne Dover

4.0
(1)
"Something from Dagne Dover or Knomo London might work."
#65

Satchel Page

4.0
(1)
"Here is a great messenger bag. Vegetable tanned leather."
#66

Patagonia

4.0
(1)
"Patagonia atom"
#67

Trakke

4.0
(1)
"Trakke is another great bag company."
#68

Forest River

4.0
(1)
"However if you insist on this, you can check out Forest River, Filson, Chrome, Mission Workshop"
#69

Maxpedition

4.0
(1)
"Maxpedition sling bag, or if you're poor the Allan Tac sling bag (direct ripoff of the maxpedition so smaller.)"
#70

Tomtoc

4.0
(1)
"I’m just using this Tomtoc sling since it carries everything I need."
#71

Charles & Keith

4.0
(1)
"Charles and keith have some cute bags that can hold books."
#72

Woosir

4.0
(1)
"Most of the vintage shoulder bags sold by Woosir can hold tablet."
#73

Rickshaw Bagworks

4.0
(1)
"Rickshaw Bagworks makes them to order and have limitless color and fabric choices."
#74

Oakley

3.0
(1)
"Check out Oakley Extractor Sling 2.0. might be too small"

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