We've found 15 of the best designer tote bags to carry *all* of your essentials
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When you're looking for an accessory that combines practicality with fashion, nothing beats our pick of the the best designer tote bags. It's truly the most useful option when you need to cart a laptop, book, bottle of water, change of shoes, make-up bag, keys, mask, purse, hand gel - phew - and whatever else you need to get through the day.
As well as being an excellent finishing touch to your commuting *lewks*, if you choose wisely you can also use your tote bag as a clever carry-on when you're travelling or ticking off your holiday bucket list.
We're letting you in on the secret.
One hot tote bag tip? Try slipping in a smaller pouch - or two - to keep your stuff in order inside these spacious bags. This means you won’t be digging around in the bottom of a dark bag looking for a black mask before you can get into the corner shop. And a geeky bit of fashion trivia… Often totes are called ‘North / South’ or ‘East / West’ depending on whether they are longest top to bottom (North / South) or side to side (that’d be East / West.) But obviously, what really matters is how much you can fit into them and which one suits your own personal style.
So, which are the designer tote bags we rate for 2022? Bottega Veneta continues to be a cult choice with the fashion pack. The Maxi Cabat Intrecciato Leather Tote is a mega investment but the classic styling means you can carry it forever. Saint Laurent's Large Textured-Leather Tote is similarly timeless as is Valentino Garavani's Rockstud Textured-Leather Tote.
If you're looking for a little more personality from your bag, Stella McCartney's collaboration with Ed Curtis offers a boldly printed tote bag while Stand Studios Leia Faux Leather-Trimmed Faux Shearling Tote could double up as a cosy cushion on your commute (multi-tasking, we are here for it!) As we edge into Spring, canvas totes are a seasonally-appropriate option. Balenciaga's Neo Navy Large Leather-Trimmed Printed Organic Cotton-Canvas Tote is our favourite for bringing all the nautical vibes. Whichever you choose, these are the best designer tote bags to have and to hold all year.
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Scroll through our edit of the top 15 best designer tote bags to carry in 2022 - and for years to come.
