Carry-all totes and teeny-tiny evening clutches have their well-earned places in our wardrobes, but it’s the crossbody bag we find ourselves reaching for most.
The perfect balance of practicality—hello, hands-free liberation—and style, the crossbody bag proves both chic and versatile.
Our go-to when looking for the perfect travel companion and everyday accessory, many crossbody bags can go from day to night thanks to multiple straps—a long shoulder strap to throw over on the run and shorter chain or top handle for elevated evening events.
If you’re rightly wanting to invest in such a style, look no further, we’ve found the best crossbody bags below.
The Best Crossbody Bags
Furla Top Handle Mini Bag
$769 at Furla
We love a versatile mini like Furla’s 1927 Top Handle. With its textured leather finish, iconic arch logo and detachable strap you can seamlessly and stylishly switch up how you wear it according to your mood and look.
Style Notes:
- 100% leather
- Seven colour option
- Top handle and detachable leather strap
Mini Cloud Clutch
$840 at Mansur Gavriel
The perfect day to night bag, the slouchy silhouette of this bag is not only a favourite among the style set this season but makes for a perfect evening clutch. Coming in a huge array of colours to suit your personal style (we love the raffia for a Euro summer) and a long strap for daily errands, it ticks all the boxes.
Style Notes:
- 13 colour option
- Italian lambskin
- Wear as a clutch, shoulder, crossbody, or belt bag
Tabby Shoulder Bag
$795 at Coach
The 1970s Coach classic has had a modern update in the form of the Tabby Shoulder Bag. It has iconic Coach detailing and two detachable straps so you can wear it crossbody or carry it by hand.
Style Notes:
- Genuine pebbled leather
- Flap closure
- Adjustable strap
Also available:
- $795 at The Iconic
Gabine Crossbody Bag
$86 at Charles & Keith
Not only does this super cute bag come with a short chain and long crossbody strap, it also has an option belt attachment for true freedom of movement.
Style Notes:
- Magnetic closure
- Faux leather
- Comes with detachable strap
Mini Dior Jolie Top Handle Bag
$7,500 at Dior
With its iconic Cannage stitching and pearl-adorned logo, the Mini Dior Joli is instantly distinguishable. Moreover, the top handle design accompanied by logo chain strain makes for a stunning and versatile addition to any collection.
Style Notes:
- Calfskin leather
- Double flap closure
- Removable and adjustable chain strap with pearl detail
JoyShoulder Bag
$206 (approx.) at JW Pei
For the quiet luxury aesthetic on a far less luxurious budget, JW Pei will always be our go-to. The Lily Bag is sleek, sexy and seamlessly transitions from shoulder to crossbody bag thanks to its detachable strap.
Style Notes:
- 21 colourway options
- Gold Hardware
- Fits for iPhone14 Pro Max
Peta and Jain Paloma
$69.95 at THE ICONIC
This crescent bag shape is not only on-trend but affordable. As well as a detachable crossbody strap, it has a gold-chain style shoulder strap so you can style it for any occasion.
Style Notes:
- Pebbled faux leather
- Fixed chain strap
- Four colour options
Claudia Crossbody Bag
$499 at Vestirsi
Sleek, understated and elegant. This crossbody doubles as a pouch to be business by day and party come cocktail hour—the ultimate accessory chameleon.
Style Notes:
- Smooth Italian leather
- Two colour options
- Removable strap
Are Crossbody Bags Still In Style?
While the style set appear to be gravitating more toward shoulder and top handle bags of late, crossbody bags are still very much en vogue.
In fact, many popular shoulder bag styles come with additional or adjustable straps to change the shape and function of the bag.
There’s also the matter of practicality that makes the crossbody bag a timeless choice; freeing up both hands for errands it’s the ideal everyday bag or travel companion.
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This article originally appeared on Marie Claire Australia and is republished here with permission.
