I recently went on the hunt for the perfect new work tote - something beautiful but also practical. I often need to carry paperwork and my laptop, so I was looking for a bag that could handle the essentials while still looking polished. I’ve carried the Longchamp Large Le Pliage Tote for years and truly love it (it’s linked below because it really is that good), but this time I was craving a leather option with a bit more structure.

I ultimately landed on the Aallyn Jolina Bucket Tote (linked first below) and have been loving it. The leather is gorgeous, it has great structure, and it fits a ton without feeling bulky. I also love that it strikes the perfect balance between casual and professional. All of the totes linked below are beautiful, functional options, and every one of them comes in under $500 if you’re looking for a stylish work bag upgrade!

Aallyn - $295 - Jolina Bucket Tote

Target - $40 - Woven Tote Bag

Saks Fifth Avenue - $350 - St. Barths Large Tote Bag

Cuyana - $328 - Classic Easy Zipper Tote

Anthropologie - $125 - Pop Ups Brand Everyday Tote

Reformation - $498 - Sofia Tote

Coach - $395 - Brooklyn 34 Shoulder Bag

Dagne Dover - $295 - Signature Tote

Target - $35 - Triple Compartment Work Tote Handbag

Reformation - $448 - Luna Suede Tote Bag

Dagne Dover - $345 - Daily Tote

Veronica Beard - $299 - Dash Leather Tote

Cuyana - $498 - System Zipper Tote 16-inch

MAISON de SABRÉ - $364.65 - The Bucket Soft Tote

Madewell - $89 - The Essential Bucket Tote

Longchamp - $180 - Large Le Pliage Tote

Rag & Bone - $498 - Parker Suede Tote

Clare V. - $495 - Simple Suede Tote

Reformation - $448 - Sofia Tote

NAGHEDI - $400 - Jetsetter Large Tote

Tory Burch - $395 - Perry Triple Compartment Leather Tote

Ecotorie - $295 - Lubbock Woven Leather Tote Bag

Cole Haan - $268 - Essential Soft Leather Tote

MZ Wallace - $295 - Medium Metro Deluxe Tote

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