2024 and 2025 were the year of purses for me. As much as I love my New Yorker canvas totes, I wanted to learn to accessorize more comfortably and build a collection that feels uniquely me. My Europe trip last year kickstarted it with a few unique investment pieces but since then my “everyday” collection has grown too.
My definition of an "everyday bag" is a versatile, reliable purse that seamlessly transitions between different contexts in my life. It needs to be practical enough for daily errands but stylish enough that I don't feel the need to switch it out for casual social gatherings. The perfect everyday bag strikes a balance between functionality (adequate storage for essentials like phone, wallet, keys, lip balm, book, and my journal) and aesthetics (complementing most outfits in my wardrobe). Most importantly, it should feel comfortable to carry for extended periods without causing strain.
I know we still have a few months left of 2025 but I won’t be adding any new bags to my wardrobe this year so here are my most-used everyday bags from this year.
Keep reading with a 7-day free trial
Subscribe to Our Café to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.