12 totes under $500

Style
Written By Candace Read

Photography by Theory Image

 
Date

2.9.22

time

9:00 AM

Place

In Bed

THE PERFECT TOTE BAG

There isn’t a week that goes by that without this question…what’s the best affordable work tote? Ok, so maybe not every week, but at least every other! Ha.

Per usual, it’s a dang good question because WORK TOTES ARE HARD! You want something that is equal parts stylish, functional and affordable. It’s looking for that diamond that transition nicely from the desk to drinks (mocktail for me) and while she can be hard to find, I do feel like I’ve found the one for YOU. Actually, it’s more 12 possible ones for YOU.

Last night, I did a deep cornors of the Internet search to find tote bags for you working gal that I believe you would find worthy. All the options are under $500 and vary in size, shape andd color. It is my hope this roundup of options points you in the right direction on your tote bag quest!

Over on Instagram, I am sharing some of my favorite work bags, two of which are totes! Meet me there is you want a little extra inspo on how to make some other possible bag shapes work for your everyday tote bag situation.

EN VERITE,

Candace

Candace M. Read

Stylist and Storyteller encouraging you to live a well-fashioned life – body, mind and soul.

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