GOACA basics: The crossbody bag

All I carry anymore are crossbody bags—they’re practical and hands-free, and therefore good for walking the dogs, but I find myself even wearing them on dates, too, because I just like the way they look. This APC bag appeals because the shape is kind of unexpected, and it has canvas straps, which is always a cool touch.

Clare V’s Sac Bretelle is the biggest small bag I’ve ever found, and I like its cousin, the Gosee, too, because it has a roomy exterior pocket.

I am mad for this bag, and I don’t usually like structured top handles like this.

Such a rich, chocolatey brown, and the price is great.

Just a magnificent blue.

Why not something in a bright, poppy yellow?

The geometric woven business here is cool, and blue suede is just the best.

This is all about those canvas straps—such a chic contrast with the leather.

Suddenly, the notion of an army green bag seems nice—it’s kind of  a neutral, but an un-boring one—but this one is quite lovely in the burgundy, too.

Baggu’s bucket bag is another that fits more than it might appear to, and it’s a shape that never goes out of style.

The stud detail here keeps things interesting.

A nice, classic saddle bag with minimal hardware, just how I like them.

If you’re looking to make an investment purchase in this category, Mansur Gavriel’s Lady Bag can’t be beat.

 

And finally, I love a good duffel shape.