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The trouble is finding it, as the ideal tote bag wears a lot of hats.
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Katie Quinn is a personal wardrobe stylist and founder of Q the Stylist.
The right bag is so personal, but there should be room for everything you tote aroundpun intended!
Katie Quinn is a personal wardrobe stylist and founder of Q the Stylist.
says personal wardrobe stylist Katie Quinn ofQ the Stylist.
Keep reading for the ten best tote bags made to work from 9-5.
Plus, its main zippered compartment has multiple extra pockets, and it can hold a 13-inch laptop.
Talk about a tote bag that works.
Hammitt, ya done good.
Its crafted recycled twill thats made from post-consumer recycled water bottles and finished with trims in reclaimed leather.
It has long shoulder straps, a padded crossbody strap, and a top-zip closure for easy access.
Its a totally plastic-free design, which features solid brass hardware for an extra touch of elegance.
Its a true workhorse with compartments for everything and smooth, tough-to-scratch Saffiano leather, she says.
Katie Quinn is a personal wardrobe stylist and founder of Q the Stylist.
If youre hard on your bags and always on the go, this one may be for you.
Speaking of those compartments, yes, there are a lot of them.
First, it should be fairly lightweight before you fill it.
A bag that is heavy when empty will give you a backache over time, Quinn says.
Second, the tote bags shoulder straps should be a little thicker and fairly pliable.
The bag should sit comfortably on your shoulder without having to constantly adjust the straps, says Quinn.
She also advises totes with shoulder straps over handheld ones so you could go hands-free.
The fabric needs to be durable enough to stand up to different commutes and weather patterns.
Depending on your style preference, Quinn recommends styles in leather, coated canvas, or nylon.
The one material Quinn recommends leaving at home?
Quinn recommends looking for tote bags with zippers, snaps, or magnetic tops.
Oh, the nightmare!
The best totes for work will have slots, zippered pockets, and compartments.
Look for [pockets], either internal or external, to help keep things organized, Quinn advises.
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