The Best Designer Crossbody Bags: 8 Hands-Free Bags Worth Buying
The Best Designer Crossbody Bags: 8 Hands-Free Bags Worth Buying
The short answer: the best crossbody bag is a small leather bag with an adjustable strap that sits at your hip, such as the DeMellier Siena Crossbody and the Valextra Pocket Crossbody Bag. Shop every designer crossbody bag at Coveti, and see the wider edit of shoulder and crossbody bags.
A crossbody keeps your hands free and your bag in front of you, which makes it the most practical bag for travel, weekends and busy days. The eight below are chosen for shape, strap and leather, and each one is in stock now.
Crossbody bags at a glance
| Shape | Best for |
|---|---|
| Small flap bag | Every day, evenings |
| Phone bag | Travel, light days |
| Saddle bag | Weekends; see saddle bags |
| Camera bag | Holidays and city breaks |
Our picks: the best designer crossbody bags
1. DeMellier The Siena Crossbody in Black Small Grain
A curved crossbody in grained leather from the London label. Read about DeMellier crossbody bags.
2. Valextra Pocket Crossbody Bag in Sapphire Blue
Clean Milanese leather in a deep blue.
3. Khaite Blake Crossbody Bag in Midnight Lizard
A slim crossbody in lizard-effect leather from the New York label.
4. JACQUEMUS The Large Bambino Crossbody Flap Bag
The larger Bambino, a flap bag on a crossbody strap.
5. Saint Laurent Le 5 A 7 Supple Crossbody in Suede, Arabica
Soft suede in a warm brown, a relaxed take on the house’s shoulder bag.
6. Toteme T-Lock Python-Embossed Crossbody in Black and Ecru
A clean crossbody from the Stockholm label with its T-Lock fastening.
7. Jimmy Choo Curve Crossbody Small Crossbody Bag
A small curved bag for evenings and light days.
8. Oroton Cleo Smooth Crossbody in Dark Chocolate
Smooth leather in a dark chocolate brown from the Australian label.
How to choose a crossbody bag
Check the strap drop on the product page: the bag should sit at your hip. Choose a zip and flap closure for travel, and a neutral colour for every day. For evenings, see mini bags; for something slouchier, hobo bags. Read about Polene crossbody bags too.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best crossbody bag for travel?
A small leather bag with a zip, an adjustable strap and room for a phone, passport and cards.
How should a crossbody bag sit?
At your hip, with the strap across your body; adjust the strap so the bag does not swing.
Are crossbody bags in style?
Yes: small crossbody bags remain one of the most worn designer bags.
What fits in a crossbody bag?
Most fit a phone, cards, keys and a lipstick; check the dimensions on each product page.
Can you wear a crossbody bag to work?
A structured leather crossbody works in most offices.
What is the difference between a crossbody and a shoulder bag?
A crossbody has a longer strap worn across the body; a shoulder bag has a shorter strap worn on the shoulder.
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