11 Of The Best Crossbody Bags, Put To The Test By Our Fashion Editor

Materials: 100% leather | Colors: 4 total, including Cognac and Black | Closure: Zipper | Lining: Canvas | Interior pockets: 1

• What’s notable: It’s made from buttery leather and has the right amount of storage, plus a chic chevron pattern.
• What could be better: The leather strap curls up every so slightly, but there’s a slide tab that keeps it in place.

After testing 15 crossbody bags for more than 3 months, you might think it was hard to pick a winner. Yes, there are many bags that are perfectly functional, but Quince’s bestselling Italian Leather Crossbody really stood out to me. This compact-but-spacious pick excels in all the areas that matter: It’s made from ethically-sourced, buttery leather; has comfortable and easy to adjust straps; comes with a zipper closure that’s wide enough to get my phone in and out of quickly; and it’s priced extremely well (by comparison, 50% less than most luxury picks). The interior pocket holds just enough, and while the canvas lining is not as luxe as leather, it’s durable and keeps the overall price of this bag low.

Exterior materials: 100% leather | Colors: 4 total, including Cognac and Black | Closure: Zipper | Lining: Linen | Interior pockets: 2

• What’s notable: It’s very high quality for the price and the monogramming adds a personalized touch.
• What could be better: The zipper has a tassel at the end, which is not everyone’s taste (I lean more minimalist), and there’s no way to remove it.

In my opinion Mark & Graham doesn’t get enough attention for its excellent leather goods. Their Essential Crossbody Bag is made from premium leather, minus the premium price tag, and can be personalized with your initials or fun characters in a variety of fonts and colors for an additional $12.50, which still keeps the overall price low in comparison to other customized bags. I loved the size and shape—the zippered oval design made it easy to take items in and out, and the gold-toned hardware added a stylish touch. It also has two interior pockets (one that zips; the other is open so you can access small stuff like keys quickly).

Exterior materials: 100% leather | Colors: 3 total, including Stone and Black | Closure: Magnetic flaps | Lining: Leather | Interior pockets: 2

• What’s notable: The bag is lined in leather and has both interior and exterior pockets.
• What could be better: I found it slightly time-consuming to open the saddle flaps to get into the interior compartments.

Cuyana’s leather goods are beautiful, and the Double Moon Saddle Bag has a quality that I could really feel in my hands: The Italian leather is pebbled and certified by the Leather Working Group for its environmentally-responsible tanning methods. This crossbody is fully lined in leather—the only bag I tested with this detail—and the saddle-bag design has two front compartments, each accessible with a magnetic flap. There’s also an exterior pocket on the back for storing your phone, and although it’s on the pricier end, this bag has a luxury construction that justifies the price. You can also add your monogram to the strap without an extra charge.

Exterior materials: 100% recycled oxford (polyester, nylon) | Colors: 12 total, including Black and Dawn Red | Closure: Zipper | Lining: Recycled oxford | Interior pockets: 5

• What’s notable: It’s water-resistant, lightweight and comes with a handy detachable interior pouch.
• What could be better: The metal buckles and hardware add a little extra weight, but they also make the bag extremely durable.

MZ Wallace’s crossbody is genius for travel. It can be worn two ways—as a crossbody or top handle tote—and is made from quilted, water-resistant oxford fabric. This crossbody has so many handy, thoughtful touches: The nylon strap is amazingly easy to adjust (the best of all the bags I tested); the handles are padded and reinforced with Italian leather; the five interior pockets are great for organizing your phone, wallet, tickets and small stuff; and the detachable interior pouch can hold a spare pair of shoes. Plus, this bag is lightweight and expands to hold a lot or a little, and it folds down to a compact size for travel. I also found it stylish for day or night.

Exterior materials: Recycled polyester, nylon | Colors: 15 total, including Silver Drop and Black | Closure: Zipper | Lining: Recycled polyester | Interior pockets: 3

• What’s notable: It’s water-resistant and comfortable to carry—and you have the option to wear it around your waist.
• What could be better: This bag sells out in certain colors, and if you need to tote a lot, you may want to invest in the larger 2L size.

I was curious to see if Lululemon’s wildly popular Everywhere Belt Bag would live up to the hype. For certain use cases, it definitely did. If you only need to carry the essentials—your phone, keys, lip balm—this crossbody is great. While it’s compact in size, it has three mesh pockets inside and a zippered pocket on the back for your phone. The material is water-resistant and the strap fit comfortably across my chest and body. As the name implies, you can also buckle this around your waist but found it most useful to wear slung across my body.

Exterior materials: Coated canvas | Colors: 2 total, including Black and Navy | Closure: Flap, zipper and snap | Lining: Textile | Interior pockets: 1

• What’s notable: It’s well-priced, durable and has an adjustable strap that’s comfortable and convenient.
• What could be better: The one drop-in interior pocket is a bit small—it wasn’t big enough to hold my phone—and the width of the bag’s opening could be slightly larger so it’s easier to get items in and out (note: it does come in a larger size).

French luxury brand Longchamp is known for its leather and canvas handbags. The Le Pliage collection, in particular, is a popular bestseller. The City Crossbody is the newest mini in the iconic lineup, designed for running errands, going out at night and everything in between. The grooved, coated canvas on the main body feels almost like leather and comes in two neutral colors. While this bag is less than $220 (a real steal) it has all the high-end touches you’d expect—from the buttery-leather adjustable strap to the sleek flap closure to the leather Longchamp zipper pull. This crossbody also held up to daily abuse without any scratches or scuffs.

Exterior material: 100% neoprene | Colors: 6 total, including Storm and Dune | Closure: Zipper | Lining: Recycled polyester  | Interior pockets: 3

• What’s notable: Extra pockets make it easy to stay organized.
• What could be better: The zipper teeth are a little oversized, which made the bag feel less sleek than others (although it was very easy to zip open and close).

Like most of Dagne Dover’s bags, the Micah crossbody is made from neoprene—the same durable material used in scuba suits, so you know it can hold up to the elements. For a mom like myself, I appreciated this bag’s well organized designed: The main has a mesh pocket (great for holding snacks), a zippered pocket (perfect for receipts), a key leash and roomy interior. A second smaller front compartment is great for storing wet wipes and has a drop-in pocket plus pen holders for when you need to write a note or sign forms. Overall, this smart crossbody held everything I needed and was also stylish enough to wear out at night.