Discover the ultimate fusion of practicality and panache as Vogue editors unveil their essential everyday handbags. These curated selections showcase how leading fashion experts balance the demands of daily life with an impeccable sense of style, ensuring their chosen companions are as functional as they are fashionable.
A Glimpse into Vogue Editors' Daily Carryalls
In a recent survey, over a dozen Vogue staffers shared insights into their preferred bags for navigating the bustling demands of work and life. The consensus? The ideal everyday handbag effortlessly accommodates necessities while elevating any ensemble. From robust totes designed for the office grind to elegantly structured crossbodies perfect for weekend excursions, these bags represent the pinnacle of thoughtful design and enduring appeal.
Chloe Malle, the Head of Editorial Content, champions versatility with her Alaïa Bouledogue shoulder bag, appreciating its structured form and surprising capacity for both her essentials and her children's trinkets. For days demanding more, her soft Brunello Cucinelli tote serves as a stylish 'black hole' for shoes and water bottles, maintaining a polished appearance. Jewelry Director Daisy Shaw-Ellis highlights her dual-bag strategy: a capacious Prada bucket bag for her laptop and work documents, complemented by a Khaite Blake crossbody for lighter loads, ensuring her style remains uncompromised regardless of her schedule. Executive Director of Shopping, Libby Page, praises the Savette Tondo 22 bag for its robust hardware and adjustable strap, making it her constant companion for every activity, from work to grocery runs. Fashion Market Directors Naomi Elizee and Maddy Fass also emphasize utility and style. Elizee adores her Marc Jacobs Dual bag for its deceptive spaciousness, while Fass cycles through a Loewe Flamenco tote for elegance and a Tibi x L.L. Bean tote for practical day trips. Shopping Director Talia Abbas opts for The Row Park Tote for essentials, reserving a larger L.L. Bean tote for more demanding carry. Fashion Editor Mai Morsch, a proponent of the "two-bag system," pairs a spacious tote with a smaller Lié Studio or Porto bag for quick access to essentials. Senior Archive Editor Laird Borelli-Persson keeps it simple with the Tory Burch Romy bucket bag. Fashion Writer Hannah Jackson values her vintage Celine bucket bag for its ability to hold daily necessities without encouraging overpacking. Beauty Shopping Writer Kiana Murden delineates between work and leisure bags, favoring a large tote for professional gear and sleek shoulder bags like Freja's Chrystie or ATP Atelier's Cremella for hands-free convenience. Finally, Beauty Commerce Writer Conçetta Ciarlo's affection for the vintage Gucci Jackie bag, alongside Bembien's woven designs, underscores a love for bags that are both spacious and inherently chic.
The editors' choices collectively underscore a modern approach to accessorizing, where thoughtful design, durable materials, and versatile functionality are paramount. It's a reminder that a well-chosen handbag is not merely an accessory but a foundational element of an organized and stylish life.
