Bags are a gal’s true best friend. They go wherever you go, keeping you company and providing ample storage for all your on-the-go essentials. A man may not understand the love you have for such an accessory, I know mine doesn’t, but that’s because he fails to see it’s more than just a mere accessory.

It’s like an extension of a woman, an item that serves to personalise her look, express her style, and even go to the extent of being her own private space that’s compact yet contains all her world inside. And best of all, it’s truly versatile! As difficult as it may be to narrow down the most fashionable and practical options of bags present on the market, the following are hands down my all-time favourites.

The Staple Work Bag

If you’re a woman who means business and shows it with your looks as much as your professional success, then you can’t do without a work bag. My personal favourites are the spacious laptop work bag designs that can accommodate a full laptop as well as other work-related essentials, such as stationery, paperwork, planners, ideas, your entire mobile office, or even some spare clothes, snacks, and a tea infuser or bottle.

They’re available in a range of models and styles to choose from, each of which comes with practical pockets and compartments. There’s something for everyone, from the minimalist slim briefcase-style designs with a slip pocket, an elastic pocket, and straps to the classy work totes with fancy features large enough to fit several electronic devices and books. Yes, different stylish work laptop bags are the perfect addition to a business ensemble.

When looking for the perfect work accessory, don’t prioritise function over fashion because you might not like it as much and avoid wearing it. With so many options for laptop work bags, it’s important to consider your style, your usual work attire colours, and your favourite elements to be certain you make the right choice.

The Classic Black Model

This is a staple as much as the little black dress is, regardless of what your favourite colour may be, or the occasions you’re choosing it for. The reason it’s such a must-have accessory has to do with how easy it is to pair black with anything.

Moreover, it has that classy feel that can instantly dress up an outfit, especially if it comes with fewer embellishments. When in doubt, count on a black bag as the perfect finishing touch, regardless of its style and size.

The Simple Tote

If you want to channel your inner French girl, just buy a tote. French fashion is always my inspiration, as you may already have noted by my jumper obsession, and I particularly admire the love French women have for this specific model. The beauty of totes is that they come in a variety of versions, including in the form of laptop work bags so there’s plenty to choose from.

However, you don’t have to be particularly picky with your selection or opt for something pricy like the bestselling Longchamp, Saint Laurent, or Chanel, to pull off the French girl vibe – a simple shopping tote would do! Throw in some fresh flowers, and voilà!

I love totes for their simplicity, as much as the ease with which they turn into whatever you want them to be, quite like the netted bags. Need a diaper tote? Check! Grocery shopping sack? Check! Shoe purse to put in the trunk? Check! They’re perfect also as a travelling souvenir and a gift for a friend who has it all.

The Top Handle Design

Shopping totes may be overly practical, but they lack the grace and ladylike element the top handle bags have. If you want to boost your closet with an accessory that has an air of elegance, then let it be one of the top handle designs.

They’re petite, they’re lightweight, they’re easy to carry around, and they can fit in the essentials whether it’s a wallet, a smartphone, a makeup set with a mirror, or a hygiene pad. And, need I say, they inject the overall outfit with the right dose of sophistication!

The Hands-Free Crossbody Bag

If you want to walk around without having to hold your bag or adjust the strap for that matter, a crossbody design is an ideal solution for any busy gal who can’t be bothered. It’s hip-grazing, it’s ultra-stylish and available in a vast array of designs, colours, and sizes, fit for year-round use. I especially found it useful when I was walking around with a fussy newborn in one arm for hours on end.

The Comfortable Backpack

Okay, this does give you that high school student vibe, but it doesn’t have to be necessarily the case because there’s a huge selection of backpack models to choose from in the stores.

Whether you require something more practical, something more fashionable, or the in-between that’s both practical and fashionable, you can be sure there’s the right option. Best of all, they can double as anything you want them to be, be it a laptop or a camping backpack, a baby pack or a pet sack.

The Cute Clutch

Gone are the days when the clutch was strictly used as an evening bag – the clutch of today is a stylish and compact accessory that provides enough room for the bare essentials and adds a touch of sophistication to any outfit, even a daily one. The lack of a strap may be considered a drawback by some, but for me, it’s where the beauty of it lies. Tote it around under an arm, and you get to showcase your refined taste with ease!