It’s time to get the ‘I went fishing’ sign one last time. To help you pack for your Labor Day summer vacation, we’ve rounded up the best beach bags – the keys to taking you to the sand and beyond.
This wide range of celebrity-loved brands spans a variety of styles. Whether it’s durable canvas or beachwear, the look is decidedly big. All of our picks also work overtime for fall weekend trips and do double the work with their laptop and office lunch.
So grab your favorite bikini or bathing suit, your favorite beach towel, a good pair of sunglasses (don’t forget your sunscreen!) and a beach read and get ready to relax. And that doesn’t mean traveling. Avoid the crowds and make it easy to relax in the backyard or by the neighborhood pool or beach.
Check out all of our top picks for the most stylish beach bags for summer and beyond below.
1. LL Bean Boat and Zipper Bag
This elegant and essential bag was worn by Gwyneth Paltrow, Sarah Jessica Parker and Reese Witherspoon. Recently, LL Bean’s popularity has been fueled by TikTok and Instagram, with sassy custom words in place of the traditional monogram. Various sizes, handle lengths, colors and fonts allow for maximum customization.
2. Clare V. Sandbag
This braided rope tote bag comes in black, yellow, beige or red and expands to fit more storage space. Place Clare V.’s signature bag or purse inside to store small items. (The LA mark has been seen on the arms of Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Lawrence, Melissa McCarthy and others.)
3. Large Loeffler Randall Bodie Open Scholarship
Zendaya, Margot Robbie, Lily James and Sophie Turner are just a few of the stars that have been spotted wearing Loeffler Randall’s glamorous shoes and accessories. The brand’s canvas Bodie bag has a spacious design, an outside pocket and a checkered print perfect for summer.
Loeffler Randall Bodie oversized open bag
$150
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4. Large checkered bag Naghedi St. Barths
Jessica Alba has endorsed this New York-based sustainable bag brand that employs expert weavers. This handcrafted neoprene bag with vegan leather handles comes in 14 colors with a matching zippered pouch to store your essentials.
Large checkered cash bag St. Barths
$275
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5. Kule The Checkered Bag
Emma Roberts and Jennifer Garner are fans of this New York brand specializing in contemporary classic wardrobes. In fresh cotton canvas, the spacious Kule graphic bag has handles for easy transport.
Kule, the complete check bag
$188
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6. Tory Burch Straw Basket Bag with Ella Print
A limited-edition design, this logo straw bag by Tory Burch (who recently named Sydney Sweeney as their brand ambassador) is hand-woven by artisans in Marrakech. Designed for an 11-inch laptop, the bag comes with a removable scarf sleeve and a vibrant print.
Ella Tory Burch print straw basket bag
$498
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7. Apolis Market shoulder bag
With adjustable leather straps and water-resistant lining, the Apolis Jute Shoulder Bag can be personalized with a name or a fun message. The Los Angeles-based company has clients like Gisele Bundchen and Sophia Bush.
Apolis Market shoulder bag
$92
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8. Khaite medium osa raffia bag
Khaite bags adorn the arms of Meghan Markle, Katie Holmes and Karlie Kloss. Elegantly refined, the Osa bag contrasts rich, textured brown raffia with elegant black leather handles.
Khaite medium bear raffia tote bag
$980
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9. Etro multicolored beach bag
In a tapestry of exciting hues with a color-block finish, this fabric bag from Italian fashion house Etro (Hollywood fans include Olivia Wilde and Constance Wu) is an instant choice. An adjustable loop at the top holds the mechanism in place.
10. Sezane Pomba Basket
You can’t go wrong with Cézanne’s clean-line raffia tote bag, hand-woven in Madagascar from the French brand, which has been worn by the Duchess of Cambridge on more than one occasion. Kate Middleton. Finished with leather straps, it features convenient outside pockets and comes in a natural pink or blush color.
Cezanne Paloma’s Basket
$240
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11. Terry Baseball Towel
From the multi-tasking line by Shay Mitchell, Beiges, this versatile bag (also available in beige) folds into a towel measuring approximately 37 to 69 inches and includes an inflatable pillow.
Velvet Towel Bag
$78
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12. Isabel Marant Coiba Hobo Scholarship
Crafted from natural braided raffia, the Isabel Marant Coiba braided hobo bag features a versatile leather top handle and shoulder straps with a matching long strap.
Isabel Marant Coiba crochet hobo bag
$1,080
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13. Prada Terry Bag
There’s nothing more beachy than canvas, especially in the form of this carefree bag from Prada. Available in pink, black, yellow, baby blue or white, inside zipped pocket for keys, phone and credit card.
14. Rive Gauche Saint Laurent striped canvas tote bag
Saint Laurent’s oversized Rive Gauche striped canvas is polished enough to wear by the pool or in the office. With a large inner zipped pocket and grosgrain lining, it’s also available in linen or striped canvas.
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche bag
$1,750
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Source: Hollywood Reporter
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