When you’re traipsing the streets of somewhere strange or hopping from boat to island, the last thing you want is an oversized eye-out-of-your-sight backpack or worse, palms aplenty with the phone-wallet-keys combo.
The staple accessory you do want, however, is a sleek yet practical handbag. Cross one of these babies over your body – or sport on your shoulder – and you’re all set for hands-free exploring.
In interest of the progression of your travel checklist, we’ve curated a diverse range of tote, bucket and crossbody handbags that make the ideal travel companion for you and your earthly essentials. Read on for our edit of travel handbags that’ll see you gallivanting without a hand cramp-related care in the world.
Eight best travel handbags to shop
Espresso mini ivy bucket bag with leather strap, $598 at Charlie Middleton
Status Anxiety Force of Being handbag, $319.95 at THE ICONIC
Neon suede bespoke tote, $299 at Charlie Middleton
CoCo Ellie vintage style small leather handbag, $269 at Hardtofind
Proenza Schouler White Label Baxter dark green leather shoulder bag, $994.01 at NET-A-PORTER