Crossbody vs Tote vs Shoulder Bag: Which One is Right for You?

Working out what kind of bag you need for your day-to-day might sound simple, but we all know better than that. Imagine a design that can handle all your daily essentials, compulsory snack quota, and a schedule that just keeps getting busier, as well as you can. You might be thinking that this sounds like a fairytale, but prepare yourself, you’re about to be proven wrong. If you can handle your day, then you surely deserve a bag that can keep up. Making you look like the most stylish person in the room while you do it? That’s just a bonus. 

The Crossbody Bag

To-do list making you feel like you’re on a never-ending treadmill? We know the feeling well. Keeping quick access to all of those pesky little essentials can make or break a busy day, and knowing you can find your cards and keys exactly when you need them will make your day a breeze. Choosing the right crossbody with plenty of compartments, in a design and colour you love, will make those days a lot brighter. The sleek and compact styles like the Original Bag and City Bag can both provide you with enough space for your purse, keys, phone and lip balm.

If you like to carry a few extra items around, in case of emergency (sweet treats) or for little ones, we would recommend our Plus Bags for extra space, City Duo for double zip compartments, or the Chiswick Cargo for it’s utility pockets. The added space and compartments can come in very handy when you least expect it.

The Tote

Whether you’re an avid reader, a mum with her hands full, or you're simply heading into the office and need space for a laptop, you have a right to look sophisticated whatever the day is. Wondering what you should be considering? If your bag isn't spacious, or can’t at least hold the necessities comfortably, then it doesn’t qualify as your everyday bag. Step up your level of chicness with a Camden or Padstow Tote - both designed to be both stylish and practical.

Made with 100% full grain leather, the Camden will not only make you look more put-together than anyone else in the room, but is incredibly functional. Featuring an external zipped pocket on the back, a slip and zipped pocket inside, as well as an internal pouch, this bag is designed for organisation. Keep your larger items tucked to the side, the smaller things neatly placed in all the pockets, and you’re set! The Padstow Tote also boasts its own clever compartments and is on the larger size, so is perfect for those who want that extra room, or simply are going for a more relaxed, French-Riviera type of look. 

The Shoulder Bag

Identify as a trendsetter, through and through? Whilst absolutely possible with a crossbody or tote bag, sometimes you just need to feel extra special. In our book, you don’t need a reason to add some oomph to your day. A shoulder bag is an effortless way to achieve this, and we’re about to spoil you with choices. From our new Edgware Bag, to our classic Lambeth, Lambeth Plus and Sutton Sling, you won’t have to compromise on your own style. All of our shoulder bags come with matching leather straps and any two other straps you choose, so you can wear them not only over the shoulder, but also as a crossbody; giving you multiple looks in one beautifully designed bag.

If style is just as important to you as functionality, the shoulder bag is the perfect middle ground. Effortlessly elegant and endlessly versatile, it adds an instant touch of polish to any outfit while still being practical enough for everyday use with their many compartments. What’s not to love?

It’s the perfect choice for days when you want something a little more elevated, without compromising on comfort or convenience.

So, Which One Is Right for You? 

The best bag ultimately depends on your lifestyle. If hands-free ease is a must, the crossbody is the answer. Juggling a million and one things? The totes have you covered. Want a stylish, but versatile option? A shoulder bag is your match made in heaven.

Ready to find your perfect everyday companion? Explore our full collection and discover a bag designed to keep up with your lifestyle, beautifully, effortlessly, and stylishly.