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My entire life used to fit inside a small crossbody bag, specifically a thrifted find that everyone thought was Bottega Veneta (and I didn’t always correct them). If you think about it, all you need really is room for lip gloss, your wallet, your keys, maybe a mobile phone charger or sunglasses case, a little perfume sample, a hair clip, and some travel makeup for touch-ups. And yes, in the right crossbody bag, all of this can fit.
The beauty of a crossbody bag is that you don’t have to do anything with it, least of all hold it. It’s secure, convenient, and accessible, so if you’re on the go all the time (or traveling) and don’t want to lug around a shoulder or handbag, this is the style for you. Even if you pair it with a chic tote, it’s still an easy signifier to your own brain that this is where your keys are—and don’t worry about shuffling around for your lip gloss because it’s right here. The more you can streamline your life, the faster you can get things done and start living life because that’s what summer is all about, right?
Whatever you keep in your crossbody, we’ve found the best options on the market below, selected with materials, quality, and convenience in mind. Whether you want a vegan leather option or a luxury designer style, look no further than our favorite small crossbody bags for 2024.
Coach is known among editors and consumers as one of the best brands for easy, classic handbags, and crossbody bags are no different. If you want to subtly elevate your look, this is the way to go.
Dimensions: Length: 7.75 inches; width: 6.5 inches; depth: 3.25 inches
Colors: Black, White, Yellow, Grey
Material: Polished pebbled leather
Best Designer Option
Bottega Veneta Mini Loop Camera Bag
A Bottega Veneta crossbody is the perfect way to show you have taste without being flashy about it. This mini camera bag perfectly holds everything you might need for day or night.
Dimensions: Length: 4.3 inches; width: 6.7 inches; depth: 2.4 inches
Colors: Black, White, Brown, Aloe
Material: Calfskin leather
Best New Silhouette
Jimmy Choo Cinch Bag
Jimmy Choo’s new Cinch bag offers Western, boho vibes without going overboard. It’s perfect to fit all your essentials in one chic spot.
Dimensions: Length: 11.1 inches; width: 22 inches; depth: 12 inches
Colors: Black, White, Brown, Multi
Material: Calf leather
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No Fuss
Madewell The Leather Carabiner Crossbody Bag
This crossbody bag from Madewell is for the shopper who needs no fuss and no flash, but still knows the value of a sleek leather bag.
Dimensions: Length: 6 inches; width: 8.75 inches; depth: 2 inches
Colors: 7 options
Material: Italian leather
Easily foldable and accessible, Advene’s sustainably-made leather purses can go from a handbag to a crossbody bag in seconds, for whatever look you’re going for. From my own experience, the mini bag is also a super cute addition to any outfit.
Dimensions: Length: 5.3 inches; width: 7 inches; depth: 4.5 inches
Material: Traceable EU-sourced leather
Tried and true, Michael Kors will always make a crossbody you can count on. This one, in particular, is small and compact, with just a little bit of bling with the chain strap.
Dimensions: Length: 11 inches; width: 12 inches; depth: 4 inches
Material: Leather
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Best Faux Leather
Mansur Gavriel Vegan Apple Mini Crossbody
Ice blue will be everywhere this season, including your handbags. Mansur Gavriel outdid itself with this sleek, elegant design. Even better, the leather is made with recycled apple skins, can you believe?
Dimensions: Length: 5.9 inches; width: 6.3 inches; depth: 1.6 inches
Colors: Blue, Red
Material: Recycled apple skins
What’s great about this crossbody by Senreve is its easy convertibility. Whether you need a shoulder bag or prefer full crossbody, you can make this bag fit just what you need.
Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches; width: 9 inches; depth: 6 inches
Colors: 7 options
Material: Italian leather
For those after a recognizable designer bag but still want the crossbody style, go for this gorgeous chain bag option from Gucci.
Dimensions: Length: 4 inches; width: 6.2 inches; depth: 1.7 inches
Colors: Red, Tan, Black
Material: Gucci Rosso Ancora red matelassé chevron leather
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Best Bucket Crossbody Bag
Proenza Schouler Extra Small Ruched Tote
If you need a crossbody but don’t necessarily love the look of one, this is the bag for you. It’s sleek and stylish, and even if it’s as practical as any other crossbody bag, it still has its own character with the top handle and ruching details.
Dimensions: Length: 6.75 inches; width: 8.25 inches; depth: 4.25 inches
Material: Calfskin leather
Ferragamo’s handbags have made huge leaps in recent years, landing the Hug Crossbody on the ELLE team’s favorites list. Its subtly cheeky design is quiet but unique enough to know (if you know).
Dimensions: Length: 5.5 inches; width: 9.4 inches; depth: 2.1 inches
Colors: Camel, Sky Blue, Navy, Black
Material: Calfskin leather
If you need an easy tote on-the-go without feeling like you’re carrying a tote, go for a mini crossbody version like this one from MZ Wallace.
Dimensions: Length: 6.3 inches; width: 6.7 inches; depth: 6.3 inches
Colors: 9 options
Material: Natural Italian leather
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Best Ladylike Crossbody
Mulberry Lana Crossbody Bag
If you’re a fan of Truman Capote’s Swans, perhaps you’ll be a fan of this ladylike top-handle bag that can be carried both as a purse and as a crossbody bag.
Colors: Black, White, Brown, Cream, Blue
Material: Leather
As one of the originators of Italian leather handbags, Franzi is an authority on quality. These are investment pieces, certainly, but they are made with the smallest of details in mind.
Dimensions: Length: 9.5 inches; width: 9.8 inches; depth: 4.3 inches
Material: Italian calf leather
Best Classic Crossbody
Loro Piana Mini Ghiera Bag
Loro Piana’s classically gorgeous crossbody is perfect for those who don’t need a logo but demand heritage-level quality.
Dimensions: Length: 5 inches; width: 7 inches; depth: 2.7 inches
Material: 100% Calfskin Leather
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Whether you have a summer vacation planned or not, raffia is in for the season. Get in on the trend with an easy crossbody that can be carried in any way you need and on any island you fly to.
Dimensions: Length: 5.9 inches; width: 12.2 inches; depth: 3.9 inches
Colors: Black, Natural, Floral
Material: Hand-woven raffia
Polene has made a splash with the brand’s viral tote bag, but the other handbags are just as exceptional. Convertible from a shoulder bag to a crossbody, the Numero Dix can hold your essentials while still feeling cool and sleek.
Dimensions: Length: 7.87 inches; width: 9.44 inches; depth: 2.9 inches
Colors: 17 options
Material: Certified Italian textured calf leather
Subtle and Chic
Tom Ford Mini Tara Leather Crossbody Bag
If you’re into designer brands but want to stand out in a crowd of Gucci and Prada, try Tom Ford’s subtle but ever-so compliment-friendly crossbody bags.
Dimensions: Length: 7.25 inches; width: 7.75 inches; depth: 2.75 inches
Colors: Black, White, Tan, Ice Blue
Material: Leather
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Very rarely do I see a handbag silhouette that I’m excited by, but that happened the first time I saw Daana Saakena’s bags in person. The shapes are inspired by vintage handbags, while the hardware adds a necessary edge. And yes, they hold all your essentials.
Dimensions: Length: 7.87 inches; width: 5.9 inches; depth: 5.1 inches
Material: Calfskin leather
Another shoulder/crossbody crossover, Le Tanneur’s Ella bag is cute and classic without being boring. The fun colorways don’t hurt, either!
Dimensions: Length: 5.9 inches; width: 7.5 inches; depth: 2.9 inches
Colors: Pink, Black, Brown, Green
Material: Full-grain cowhide leather
