Tote Bag

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Your office-friendly summer bag: simple white faux leather with room enough for files.

$25, avon.com
Tote Bag

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With its sequined stripes, gold chain links, and neutral canvas backdrop, this bag is a seasonal essential.

$30, Iman Global Chic; hsn.com
Tote Bag

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Sturdy recycled seatbelt fabric gets a colorful second life keeping your belongings secure.

$67, maggiebags.net
Tote Bag

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Unlined, hardware-free leather makes for a sophisticated, lightweight carryall.

$120, bananarepublic.com
Tote Bag

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Lighten your load: This perforated material is practically weightless.

$141, JPKParis 75; jpkhandbags.com
Tote Bag

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Glossy woven fabric strips create a bold pattern on a slender, leather-trimmed bag.

$148, colehaan.com
Tote Bag

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Sharp detailing—zippers, exposed stitching, high-contrast colors—ups the traffic-stopping effect.

$180, clava.com
Tote Bag

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This tall rubber shopper has the look of leather—and the durability of your favorite Wellies.

$195, Hunter Boot; bloomingdales.com
Tote Bag

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Coated lace stays pristine in a uniquely dressy bucket tote.

$385, clevercarriagecompany.com
Tote Bag

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Raffia and metallic leather come together in a dressed-up take on the classic straw bag.

$498, coach.com
Tote Bag

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A reversible suede and leather pouch with skinny straps is the height of low-key glamour.

$595, Tiffany & Co.; tiffany.com