Best shoulder bag on Reddit

117 reviews from r/handbags, r/ManyBaggers, r/BAGGU and 18 more subreddits

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#1

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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"This is kinda an odd design, but the Tom Bihn Pilot with a separate Cache for the Laptop."
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"Tom Bihn makes some excellent bags with a bigger price tag."
#2

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."
#3

Alpaka

4.3
(4)
"Alpaka Brav Sling Max V2 is your bag."
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"Alpaka has a new one that might fit the bill."
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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."
#4

Topo Designs

4.0
(4)
"It has good reviews I think it will fit your water bottle in the end pockets."
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"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."
#5

Longchamp

5.0
(3)
"Longchamp Le Pliage is a classic"
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"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."
#6

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!"
#7

Coach

5.0
(3)
"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."
#8

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."
#9

Mulberry

4.7
(3)
"How about this bag from Mulberry? $1,595. Anyway, I really like Voltaire. Sooo pretty."
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"What about the mulberry Iris?"
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"Https://www.mulberry.com/us/shop/women/whats-new/meadow-small-shoulder-bag-black-cherry-natural-grain"
#10

Bellroy

4.3
(3)
"Yo, i just got a Bellroy Tokyo Work Bag, and I freakin love it."
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"Bellroy cinch messenger is rated for 14 but maybe your 15 might work"
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"Bellroy Tokyo tote."
#11

Kate Spade

4.3
(3)
"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."
#12

Celine

5.0
(2)
"I just saw this bag and wow she looks stunning!"
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"I'm currently eyeing the Celine Camille as well - it's gorgeous but still practical and under the radar."
#13

Filson

5.0
(2)
"Currently I use a filson zip tote and love it."
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"Filson has some great bags, maybe this tote?"
#14

Givenchy

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

tomtoc

4.5
(2)
"I have that and it's been great for travel."
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"Rating: ★★★★☆ 4.7 (175 ratings)"
#17

Coccinelle

4.5
(2)
"Or this? https://www.coccinelle.com/shoulder-bags-1/coccinelle-gleen-medium-noir-198059978508539.html?keeplocale=true&Country=US&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkaTd8O22gAMV3UtHAR3T0wyxEAQYJiABEgLDIvD_BwE"
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"Https://www.coccinelle.com/us_en/coccinelle-whisper-e5pip530101-g35.html"
#18

YSL

4.5
(2)
"YSL Paris VII"
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"I love the YSL Manhattan (I feel like it's never talked about but it's a gorgeous bag."
#19

Calpak

4.0
(2)
"Take a look at Calpak or Topo Designs for fun colors."
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"Maybe Calpak too?"
#20

Uniqlo

4.0
(2)
"Uniqlo has a very nice and stylish bag that really worth it if you could find it somewhere."
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"If you want round, Uniqlo has a good, very cheap one."
#21

Lululemon

4.0
(2)
"Try lululemon."
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"Lululemon has some nice stylish options as well."
#22

Aer

4.0
(2)
"Also recently was looking at the aer tech sling"
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"Aer tech sling 3."
#23

Madewell

5.0
(1)
"[https://www.madewell.com/p/womens/accessories/bags/bucket-bags/the-essential-bucket-tote-in-leather/NN396/]"
#24

Troubadour

5.0
(1)
"It has a simple, sleek, professional look, and you can wear it over your shoulder."
#25

Tenba

5.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Tenba DNA series."
#26

Code of Bell

5.0
(1)
"Code of bell and dsptch make some incredible ones."
#27

Bleu de Chauffe

5.0
(1)
"Bleu de Chauffe makes some gorgeous leather bags that aren’t as brand forward as LV."
#28

Road Runner Bags

5.0
(1)
"This is what I use when I only need my 14" macbook pro going into the office"
#29

ASUS ROG

5.0
(1)
"It holds the laptop very well, and I can cover the whole bag if it ever rains."
#30

Louis Vuitton

5.0
(1)
"LV Carryall PM"
#31

Gucci

5.0
(1)
"Or the gucci jackie"
#32

Defy

5.0
(1)
"Defy bags defender in horween leather"
#33

Quince

5.0
(1)
"Here’s a similar one at a cheaper price"
#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

Fendi

5.0
(1)
"Is another gorgeous bag."
#36

Dior

5.0
(1)
"Dior Miss Caro"
#37

Lanvin

5.0
(1)
"Lavin Melodie Hobo"
#38

Ferragamo

5.0
(1)
"Ferragamo"
#39

Tod's

5.0
(1)
"Tod’s T-Case"
#40

Etro

5.0
(1)
"Etro Vela"
#41

Khaite

5.0
(1)
"Khaite Cate"
#42

Aesther Ekme

5.0
(1)
"The second ft baguette is better than the the leather on their totes."
#43

Songmont

5.0
(1)
"Love this brand"
#44

APC

5.0
(1)
"😍😍😍"
#45

Crumpler

5.0
(1)
#46

Everlane

5.0
(1)
"This tote from Everlane could be a good option."
#47

Amazon

5.0
(1)
"I buy fashionable “diaper bag purses” on Amazon! They have everything you listed."
#48

Toteme

4.0
(1)
"Https://toteme.com/products/belted-leather-bucket-bag-black?variant=46047420743844"
#49

Radley London

4.0
(1)
"Https://www.radleylondon.com/handbags/shoulder-bags/magpie-lane-small-flapover-shoulder-ohd11801-ss25#110396"
#50

Loewe

4.0
(1)
"Https://www.loewe.com/usa/en/women/bags/puzzle/medium-puzzle-fold-tote-in-shiny-calfskin/A657G50X01-4535.html"
#51

Everki

4.0
(1)
"I have this for my 17 inch laptop and love it."
#52

Prada

4.0
(1)
"What about the prada soft lux?"
#53

Thinktank

4.0
(1)
"Great quality and I love the storage pockets for spare batteries, filters etc."
#54

Polaroid

4.0
(1)
"It's a pretty good and solid choice with a nice design."
#55

Peak Design

4.0
(1)
"Lots of compartments, pretty durable, and comes in different sizes."
#56

Waterfield

4.0
(1)
"WATERFIELD sfbags.com."
#57

Erth

4.0
(1)
"Best thing I’ve been able to find is the erth dolomite bag"
#58

Poppy Barley

4.0
(1)
"This one sounds like it might work but I’m not sure if it’d fit a lunch."
#59

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."
#60

Etsy

4.0
(1)
"Try Etsy for a nice, handmade bag!"
#61

Lo and Sons

4.0
(1)
"Lo and Sons Trinity (large to fit the laptop, tan to avoid the black/navy look) might work."
#62

Rickshaw Bagworks

4.0
(1)
"Rickshaw Bagworks makes them to order and have limitless color and fabric choices."
#63

Dagne Dover

4.0
(1)
"Something from Dagne Dover or Knomo London might work."
#64

Knomo London

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

Carhartt WIP

4.0
(1)
"Carhartt WIP tote bags are cool."
#66

Helikon Tex

4.0
(1)
"Helikon Tex Side bag"
#67

Cotopaxi

4.0
(1)
"Cotopaxi makes some quality cross body bags."
#68

Greenroom136

4.0
(1)
"Maybe the greenroom136 metromonger"
#69

Red Oxx

4.0
(1)
"Red Oxx CC Rider."
#70

Pacsafe

4.0
(1)
"Consider the PacSafe shoulder bags. I have the LS250 and it’s practical but huge."
#71

Amazon Bag

4.0
(1)
"I've had this bag for over 2 years that I really like"
#72

Rog

4.0
(1)
"Waaaaay better than the official Rog bag"
#73

Satchel Page

4.0
(1)
"Here is a great messenger bag. Vegetable tanned leather."
#74

Patagonia

4.0
(1)
"Patagonia atom"
#75

High Above

4.0
(1)
"[High Above] may interest you"
#76

Trakke

4.0
(1)
"Trakke is another great bag company."
#77

Daiwa

4.0
(1)
"Daiwa sling tackle bag, check that out"
#78

Oakley

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

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