These 11 Designer Crossbody Bags To Elevate Your Look and Free Up Your Arms (2024)

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With a removable strap, this crossbody style has the option to be worn hands-free or as a clutch. The minimalist design makes it a timeless staple that goes with any outfit for day-to-night use. It is constructed in Spain and made from buttery soft leather. We love that this understated bag features one interior pocket with a drawstring and a magnetic closure to organize and secure your belongings. It comes in several colorways, including red, green, purple, and yellow shades.

This downsized crescent bag offers a crossbody way to wear the celebrity-beloved Moon bag. It features a smooth leather construction with a zippered interior pocket to keep your keys or cards safe, a magnetic fastening at the opening, press-stud fastening at the top of the handles with contrast white stitching, and a removable shoulder strap, so you can carry it as a handbag, too.

Look no further for a sleek, structured, and timeless bag to store all your everyday essentials. This classic Saint Laurent style is made in Italy and features a magnetic snap closure with a chain strap—that can be worn crossbody or as a shoulder bag—in gold hardware to match the front monogram. The bag offers plenty of storage space with two interior pockets and exterior pockets on the back and under the flap. We think the iconic bag is a polished option that leaves room to organize your phone, wallet, keys, makeup, hand sanitizer, mask, and other small items you need.

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Kate Spade's Hudson purse is convertible, meaning you can wear it as a crossbody bag using the long adjustable strap or use it like a regular handbag or shoulder bag with the shorter strap. Crafted from pebbled leather with a black, white, and beige colorblock design, it's endlessly versatile with a sophisticated appeal.

Get a high-design look from a classic brand, without shelling out thousands—this polished leather bag is a classic in the making. It features a pebble leather construction, gold hardware detail, and snap closure at the flap with removable crossbody and shoulder straps. While compact, the bag has an exterior pocket at the flap with four pockets inside two open interior pockets with a zippered compartment in the middle, and a wall pocket.

It offers a similar look to Fendi’s baguette, and we think it’s the perfect choice for anyone looking for a somewhat affordable, mini alternative to their favorite high-end designer bag of the moment.

Material: Leather | Dimensions: 10 x 5.5 x 2.5 inches

A good travel bag can be challenging to find because it should fit all of the following criteria: roomy but not bulky, not too heavy on the shoulder, and easy to access the contents inside. This carryall crossbody offers a convertible, compact, chic way to store your belongings; plus, it’s cruelty-free. It features a 100% animal-free construction with a water and stain-resistant vegan leather exterior and a stain-resistant microfiber interior. The bag is spacious enough to fit an 11-inch or 13-inch laptop in the large compartment and a 13-inch or 15-inch laptop in the middle compartment. It has metal feet at the bottom to protect against dirt and potential stains–perfect for storing it during flights or sitting at a meeting or social event.

This iconic bag allows you to invest in the Fendi monogram without being too flashy. Inspired by the '90s "It" bag, the modern-day Fendi Mini Baguette features luxurious leather construction with the "FF" logo motif embossed throughout and a "FF" clasp in gold hardware. The bag has an interior pocket and magnetic clasp, complete with a chain in gold hardware that can be worn crossbody, as a shoulder strap, or tucked in to wear as a clutch. It’s pricey, to be sure, but we think it’s worth it for the caliber of the bag.

Material: Leather | Dimensions: 7.5 x 5 x 2 inches

If you're shopping for a bag you can use season after season for years (and maybe even decades), you can't go wrong with Burberry. We love the easy magnetic flap with Burberry's iconic checked print peeking out underneath. You can adjust the crossbody strap depending on how high or low you want to wear the purse or remove the strap altogether and use it as a clutch.

Material: Leather | Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 4 inches

When investing in a designer handbag, you're wise to choose a versatile style you can see yourself using again and again over the years. But sometimes, an outfit calls for a bag that’ll draw some attention. We're particularly fond of this bold little bag by Bottega Veneta.

FAQ

• Where should a crossbody bag sit?

  The best fit is the one that's most comfortable for you. Experts agree that there's no "correct" way to wear a crossbody bag, even if designers are following a similar trend when it comes to strap length. "It's really up to the individual and their preferences. Some people like to wear them longer, while others prefer shorter straps. In the last few years, designers gravitated towards shorter crossbody straps. Check out strap measurements and use a measuring tape to estimate where the bag would sit," Gorra says.

  Fortunately, many brands offer styles with adjustable straps if you find that the fit of most bags with chain straps doesn't sit right with you.

• What are the benefits of carrying a crossbody bag?

  Practicality, wearability, and versatility are the main benefits of a crossbody bag. They allow you to carry around all of your items hands-free, making them perfect when carrying groceries, running errands, running around with your family, or dancing on a night out. Most styles can be worn in at least two different ways, so you can adjust the bag to suit a particular activity, comfort, or style preference. They also come in various shapes and sizes to accommodate the amount of space you need for your essentials and pair well with your favorite wardrobe essentials.

• Are designer bags worth the money?

  The short answer is that it depends. Most importantly, your personal preferences and desire for a designer bag ultimately determine whether a designer bag is worth the money for you. When thinking about investing in a designer bag, consider the following: "There is such a wide range of crossbody bags that the buyer should first ask themselves questions like: What am I using the bag for? What brand(s) do I like? What materials do I like? What size do I need? How much am I willing to spend? Once those questions are answered, shoppers can hone in on their ideal bag," Gorra says.

  The resale market also dictates how much a particular designer bag is worth. "When looking specifically at crossbody bags, our proprietary data shows that three crossbody bags that have a particularly high retention value at resale are Burberry's Peyton crossbody bag, which has a value retention of 118%, the Dior Saddle crossbody, which holds 98% of its retail value, and Gucci's Soho chain crossbody bag, which maintains 92% of its retail price,“ he adds.

• How do you take care of designer bags?

  Proper cleaning practices and storage are essential to keep your designer bags in top condition. "The main things to remember are to use a suede brush or microfiber cloth and lint brush when cleaning out the interior and to use a leather cleaner to clean the exterior once a week. Once a bag is cleaned, it should be stuffed to keep its shape and stored in a dust bag to protect it," Gorra says. "It's also important that the bag is kept away from light and in a climate-controlled environment."