If you're like me, you find unrivaled levels of joy in digging through the seemingly endless pages of online retail hot spots like Shopbop. During my latest window-shopping adventure, I stumbled upon the holy grail of affordable yet pretty bags—the site's "under $300" bag section. When I began to scroll through, the excitement started to build when I quickly realized how many solid bag options were available for less than $300, including some designer handbags.
Are you in need of a work tote to lug around your laptop, notebook, and other work documents? Are you trying to diversify your handbag collection without going broke? For your shopping pleasure, I selected some pieces that caught my attention. Some bags are in line with the latest trends, and others are cute and functional. Perhaps you need a gift for someone special. No matter the reason, season, or need, I've found a bag to fulfill your needs. Ahead, shop the wide variety of amazing under-$300 bags on Shopbop.
Marc Jacobs
The Teddy Mini Tote
All the cozy vibes.
Tory Burch
Kira Pebbled Top Zip Crossbody
A little black bag is a must.
Ashya
Passport Bolo
Travel in style.
Bembien
Le Sac Bag
The black-and-white zigzag is such a creative pattern.
Bembien
Mini Sling Bag
In love with this woven texture.
Clare v.
Lil Zip Sac
A casual but cute daily option with lots of personality.
Think Royln
Luxe Studio Bag
From the added strap to the bag's puffiness, this one's got lots of fun details.
LSpace
Riley Bag
Wooden beads never looked so good.
Baggu
Cloud Carry-On
A funky patterned carry-on to jet-set in style.
Acne Studios
New Arvel Plaque Face Bag
A great festival companion.
Mar Y Sol
Paros Tote
Woven raffia has such a lovely texture.
Madewell
Zipper Transport Tote
This is a work bag for a more sophisticated office setting.
Loeffler Randall
Mini Pleated Frame Clutch With Bow
The holidays are calling.
Madewell
Sydney Tote
If you're someone who likes to carry their whole world in their bag, this one's for you.
Ganni
Cotton Crochet Frill Tote
The coolest picnic tote in all the land.
Kayu
Mini St Tropez Bag
Pair with a flowy vacation look.
Simon Miller
S835 Mini Retro Bag
Legally adorbs.
Simon Miller
Crossbody Mini Retro Bag
This has the vibe of warm milk-chocolate cocoa.
Mm6 Maison Margiela
Small Triangle Tote
Instant cool status.
Clare v.
Le Box Tote Sportif Bag
A chic tote that can hold all your famers market flowers or double as a weekender for a quick getaway.
Tory Burch
151 Mercer Small Crescent Bag
Channel your inner rock star with this one.
Edas
Yshaia Mini Bag
I'm loving the beautiful structure and simple details.
Marc Jacobs
The Mini Tote Bag
A Y2K patchwork-denim throwback.
Brandon Blackwood
Cortini Bag
If you love a neutral but are tired of black and brown bags, try silver.
R13
Medium Tote Bag
Grunge fashion babes to the front.
Ganni
Occasion Small Hobo
Barbie starter pack.
Staud
Ollie Bag
Fire signs come through.
Proenza Schouler White Label
Watts Leather Camera Bag
Matcha-green goodness.
Ganni
Pillow Baguette
Bread-inspired bags are always a good option.
Staud
Ida Mini Tote
A dual-tone colorway is an automatic yes.
Staud
Tommy Beaded Bag
This bag has has a chokehold on all the fashion people.
Baggu
Duck Bag
This is a solid work bag for a more casual office setting.
Fanm Mon
Cherry Blossom Pouchette
The bow handle and cherry blossoms add the cutest touch.
Chinazor "Chichi" Offor is a Georgia-born, Los Angeles–based associate editor and model who has recently relocated from Brooklyn, New York, and joined Who What Wear's West Coast offices. For WWW, she utilizes her love of personal style to dish out shopping advice to the masses.After graduating from the University of Georgia's Grady College of Journalism, Chichi moved to Brooklyn and began hustling to make it in the NYC media world. Before landing at WWW, she spent some time at Vice Media Group, where she helped revolutionize Refinery29's plus-size and inclusive fashion coverage and even co-hosted a summer styling series. Prior to R29, she supported Bustle Digital Group's commerce team and freelanced for various publications.Chichi is a multi-passionate, pop culture–obsessed television and music lover who enjoys a good concert and a yummy meal just as much as she loves analyzing cultural trends and throwing together a solid outfit. After work, you can probably find her bopping around the best L.A. restaurants talking about her latest ADHD-fueled hyper-fixation (e.g., Jesse McCartney's underrated career, TikTok black hole discoveries, and theories on the emo-rock music revival).