The Pom Pom London Bag Guide

Every bag we make is designed in London and handcrafted in 100% full-grain leather, and every one comes with two free straps of your choice and a keyring, worth £63. This guide sets out each shape we make, what it is for and what it measures, so you can get to the right page quickly. If you would rather see the styles side by side, the bag comparison guide does exactly that.

Crossbody bags

The bag worn across the body on a long strap, leaving both hands free. The Original is the classic, 20 x 16 x 8cm with three compartments and a strap that adjusts to 125cm. The City is sleeker and more structured, 23 x 16.5 x 7cm with two external zip compartments. Both come in Mini and Plus sizes, and both are £94.95. Shop crossbody bags, or go straight to the Original or the City.

Mini and small crossbody bags

For a phone, cards, keys and not much else. The City Mini is 18 x 12 x 5cm, the Original Mini 16 x 14 x 6.5cm, and the City Slim is our flattest bag. Minis are £84.95. Shop mini crossbody bags, small crossbody bags or phone bags.

Large crossbody bags

The Plus sizes for anyone who carries a book, a water bottle or a small umbrella. The City Plus is 28 x 20 x 8cm; the Original Plus is 23 x 17 x 9cm with a strap that extends to 142cm. Plus sizes are £124.95. Shop large crossbody bags.

Saddle bags

Rounded at the bottom with a flap that folds over the front. The Wilmington is our saddle bag, 25 x 19 x 10cm, with a magnetic front closure, a top handle and a back zip pocket, at £139.95. Shop saddle bags.

Bucket bags

A soft, deep bag with a drawstring top. The Lambeth is 23 x 22 x 14cm with a strap to 125cm, and the Lambeth Plus is the larger version. Shop bucket bags.

Sling bags

A soft shape worn across the chest or on the shoulder. The Sutton Sling is 31 x 18-20 x 10cm and £99.95. Shop sling bags.

Bum bags

Worn on the waist, the hip or across the chest. The Bum Bag is 33 x 12 x 11cm with a nylon adjustable strap, at £84.95. Shop bum bags.

Messenger bags

A leather bag on a long crossbody strap with a flap front. The Westminster and the Portman are our messengers. Shop messenger bags.

Shoulder bags

Carried on the shoulder on a shorter strap. The Edgware is our shoulder bag. Shop shoulder bags.

Cargo and pocket bags

For anyone who likes everything in its own place. The Chiswick cargo bag is 22 x 14.5 x 7cm with two front pockets and a 4cm-wide strap to 130cm; the City Duo has two zip compartments. Shop crossbody bags with pockets.

Tote bags

Two top handles and room for a day's worth of things. The Greenwich is 29 x 23 x 15cm with a full-length zip, top handles and a detachable strap; the Camden, Pelham, Lulworth and Padstow are our other totes. Shop tote bags.

Weekend and travel bags

The leather Weekend Bag holdall is 49.5 x 32 x 21cm, and the travel collection gathers the bags and accessories that earn a place in a suitcase. Shop weekend and travel bags, or read our guide to the best crossbody bags for travel.

Sizes at a glance

Shop by colour, occasion or gift

By colour: black, navy, blue, red, burgundy, purple, pink, green, grey, tan and brown, cream and stone, orange and yellow.

By occasion: evening and occasion bags, festival bags, holiday and beach bags, handbags for women over 50, handbags for mums.

As a gift: gifts for her, gifts for Mum, Christmas gifts for her, gifts under £50, gifts under £100, gifts under £150.

Still deciding? Read bag shapes explained and what size crossbody bag do I need, or browse all bags. Every bag is covered by a 365-day warranty and 30-day returns, with free UK delivery over £70.