The 11 Cutest Tote Bags for Holiday Travel & More

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A tote bag offers a chic alternative to the more traditional laptop bag. You can stuff everything from electronic devices to textbooks, clothing and other things that you might need for work, school or travel.
Because the holiday travel season has officially started, now is a good time to shop for a tote bag (and luggage on sale for Cyber Monday). To help you make the best choice, we’ve rounded up a handful of the cutest tote bags, most of which are under $150. From leather and canvas to eco-friendly designs, keep reading for a list of durable tote bags from Coach, Tory Burch, Ted Baker, Michael Kors, Kate Spade and other brands.
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Kate Spade
Kate Spade All Day Large Tote $124 with code: CYBERMON $398 Buy Now 1
Love Kate Spade? Save 60% off tote bags at the Kate Spade Cyber Monday sale. The durable and stylish All Day Large Tote is available in three different colors (taupe, black, and lavender cream) and features an open top with a dog-clip closure. Find more Kate Spade tote bags on sale here and at Nordstrom.
Coach
Coach City Tote in Signature Canvas $159 + an extra 25% off $398 Buy Now 1
Shoppers can save up to 70% on a variety of tote bags, wallets, purses and other designs at the Coach Outlet. The City Tote pictured above is on sale for 85% off and available in several different colors including gold/brown, light khaki, and black. Looking for a solid color? The Coach Zip Tote is currently 95% off for Cyber Monday. Shop last chance deals at the Coach Outlet.
Bloomingdale’s
Ted Baker Croc Detail Tote Bag $66 $95 Buy Now 1
Another sturdy and affordable option, this Tedd Baker tote bag is on sale for $66. The polyurethane bag features a croc-embossed texture with polyester lining and a zipper closure (it measures 17.7 inches x 13.7 inches high and 5.3-inch depth). Find other colors and sizes on sale at Bloomingdale’s and TeddBaker.com.
Madewell
The MWL (Re)sourced Ripstop Nylon Tote Bag $59.99 $98 Buy Now 1
This Girlfriend Collective Please Recycle carryall tote sold out already but if you’re looking to make an eco-friendly statement, do it with the MWL (R)esourced Ripstop Nylon Tote Bag which is partially made from recycled nylon.
Macy’s
DKNY Hadlee Faux Fur Tote Bag With Convertible Strap $158 Buy Now 1
The DKNY Fuzzy Tote is available in three colors: green, black and hot pink. The faux fur tote (measuring 16 inches x 7 inches x 10.5 inches) has double shoulder handles and crossbody web strap.
Amazon
Lubardy Laptop Tote Set $28.77 $35.99 Buy Now 1
Designed for a 15.6-inch laptop, this water-resistant bag features a crocodile leather design, polyester lining and trimmed with gold-toned hardware. The tote bag has one main pocket, two open big pockets for documents, books, etc., a large zipper pocket to store your personal belonging, two slip pockets, two pen pockets and a small zipper pocket for your ID, wallet and other essentials.
The Lubardy tote is available in a dozen different colors including black, brown, beige, blue and green. “This bag fits everything,” reads one Amazon review. “It fits a laptop, my keyboard, mouse, notebook, AirPods, mouse pad, wallet, water, EVERYTHING!”
Walmart
Singes Leather Tote Bag $25.99 Buy Now 1
Elsewhere on the list of super affordable bags that customers love, this tote has a near perfect, 5-star customer rating, and it’s less than $25 at Walmart. The tote bag is useful for work, school, travel, shopping, and can be given as a holiday gift. The bag is available in multiple colors, including black, green and red. Looking for a name brand bag at Walmart? This Michael Kors tote is discounted to $105.11 for Cyber Monday.
Vera Bradley Grand Tote Set $45 $90 Buy Now 1
Another eco-friendly option, this Vera Bradley tote bag is a great work bag for smaller electronics. This functional but versatile tote is made from recycled cotton and measures 17.5-inches wide by 15-inches long with a 12-inch strap drop.
The exterior features multiple pockets and is available in multiple prints. Find other Vera Bradley designs on sale here and at Amazon.
Quince
Italian Leather Tote Bag $99 Buy Now 1
From green bags, to brown bags. This gorgeous, Italian leather tote is convenient for everyday use, work or the weekend. The tote has firm and comfortable straps, a 13-inch laptop slip, iPhone pocket, zipper pocket, a hook for your keys and several other pockets to store your essentials. The medium-sized bag is available in cognac or black.
“Truly a classic bag,” reads one customer review. “Very simple, attractive; goes with everything and perfect size for business folders.”
Want more options? This cognac-colored, handmade genuine leather bag is on sale for $99 on Etsy and this vegan leather checkered brown tote retails for just $18.49 at Walmart.
Tory Burch
Tory Burch Ella Printed Tote $189 $268 29% off% OFF Buy Now 1
The Ella Printed Tote from Tory Burch is part of a limited-edition collection of signature pieces that have been re-issued in exclusive graphic prints. The versatile Ella tote is designed to fit a 15-inch laptop and available in black basketweave and French cream basketweave. Tory Burch is having a 60% off sale for Cyber Monday. Shop tote bags here.
Nordstrom
Marc Jacobs Tote Bag $195 Buy Now 1
Also in the list affordable totes: the Tote Bag by Marc Jacobs. This best-selling tote is available in tons of sizes and styles, but if you have more room in your shopping budget, click here for higher-priced, luxury tote bags from Balmain, Gucci, Balenciaga, Prada and more.