Whether you’re flying, driving, or hopping on a train, having one of the best travel tote bags by your side makes all the difference. As someone who’s relied on totes for everything from ...

After months of reporting to find the best crossbody bags, here’s what I quickly learned: Once you start carrying one of these super convenient bags, you can never go back to a heavy tote again.

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This shift has been bubbling since at least spring of last year, and now, it’s official: welcome to the resurgence of big bags—or, at least, bags bigger than a lipstick and a credit card.

That’s where the best women’s crossbody bags come into play. Compact and versatile, they can be easily slipped on for any occasion, whether you’re heading out to the office or for dinner ...

Kristina Rutkowski is a New York-based editor and writer with over 12 years in the fashion industry, specializing in trends, shopping and all things fashion.