Hobo Bags Are Back—Here Are 15 Ways to Take on The Effortless Trend
In this case, it’s okay to slouch a little.
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For the first time since 2021, hobo bags are once again the epitome of cool. It’s time to fall back in love with these slouchy, unstructured purses, which isn’t a tall order. Hobo bags tend to be spacious and have an effortless air about them, offering a laid-back, casual stylishness, plus plenty of room for all your essentials (and nonessentials).
Maj-La Pizzelli, co-founder and creative director of ATP Atelier, calls it the ideal bag for everyday wear. “The beauty of hobo bags lies in their ability to seamlessly transition from day to night, making them an essential accessory for any modern woman’s wardrobe,” says Pizzelli. That means you can sport one as your laptop bag for work, then head to dinner with it later.
Versions from luxury labels like Loewe, Khaite, and Bottega Veneta are just a few examples of designer bags featuring the trend, and it looks like it’s only going to become more popular. As for styling, don’t overthink it. “I love pairing them with...denim jeans, and loafers,” Pizzelli says. “The effortless slouch of the hobo bag adds an understated coolness to any outfit.”
Here, find 15 hobo bags that redefine casual elegance.
Claire Stern Milch, ELLE’s digital director, adores this oversized and slouchy Khaite tote. And she knows a thing or two about bags!
Dimensions: Length: 22 inches; width: 7.5 inches; height: 13.8 inches
Material: Suede
Meg Donohue, associate fashion commerce editor here at ELLE, adores this bag and recommends it for anyone looking for an everyday purse. It’s affordable, durable, spacious, and surprisingly stylish. Plus, Collina Strada just collaborated with the brand, meaning you can get this exact style with a flashy silver buckle and call it designer.
Dimensions: Length: 10.5 inches; width: 19.5 inches; height: 5.25 inches
Material: Recycled heavyweight nylon
If you aren’t ready to lose all the structure of your tried-and-true handbags just yet, you’ll love this style from Coach.
Dimensions: Length: 12.5 inches; width: 4.5 inches; height: 9 inches
Material: Leather
Simon Miller Lopsy Bag
Prefer to sport a faux leather option? Enter Simon Miller’s Lopsy, which is great jazzing up a look. Not to mention, the white color is perfect for summer.
Dimensions: Length: 9 inches; width: 2 inches; height: 5 inches
Material: Polyester, PU
Mansur Gavriel Soft M Leather Hobo Bag
As a bonus, this supple hobo is perfect for any trips you might take to the farmers market this summer.
Dimensions: Length: 6.5 inches; width: 19 inches; height: 17 inches
Material: Leather
Gucci Jackie 1961 Large Shoulder Bag
For those of you who appreciate Gucci’s Jackie bag but want something a little bigger, I’ve got you covered.
Dimensions: Length: 2.7 inches; width: 17.3 inches; height: 15.3 inches
Material: Leather
Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 Supple Suede Tote
This bag has a flatter design than others on this list, but the adjustable shoulder strap will give it the shape you want, when you want.
Dimensions: Length: 4.3 inches; width: 11.4 inches; height: 11.8 inches
Material: Calf suede
This bag only weighs 1.5 pounds, which means it won’t feel too heavy when it’s toting all your things. That’s a win in my book.
Dimensions: Length: 11.2 inches; width: 3.15 inches; height: 11.61 inches
Material: REC Oxford, leather
Stuart Weitzman Moda Hobo Bag
If you want something to carry for an overnight or weekend trip, or if you need a big bag to haul to and from the office like me, I have just the hobo for you.
Dimensions: Length: 6 inches; width: 14 inches; height: 9 inches
Material: Leather
While I know it’s an investment, the high-quality leather and unexpected yet timeless design makes this bag totally worth it.
Dimensions: Length: 5 inches; width: 18.5 inches; height: 13.5 inches
Material: Faux Leather
Bottega Veneta Sardine Hobo
Calling all Bottega fans! If you were already drooling over the sardine bag, you’ll love this hobo rendition.
Dimensions: Length: 3.9 inches; width: 16.1 inches; height: 15.7 inches
Material: Lambskin
Sometimes, a simple design is the best design—especially when it’s made with high-quality leather. This timeless design only gets better with wear, trust me.
Dimensions: Length: 17 inches; width: 5 inches; height: 9 inches
Material: Leather
Loewe Small Squeeze Chain Leather Hobo Bag
I saw someone in Paris carrying the larger version of this, and I haven’t stopped thinking about it ever since.
Dimensions: Length: 4.1 inches; width: 11.3 inches; height: 9.4 inches
Material: Leather
This Reformation style is bigger than your average oversized leather tote bag. But don’t be intimidated, it’s quite comfortable and holds everything. I recently gave it a spin and it held my usual necessities, plus an umbrella, book, and a bottle of wine with room to spare.
Dimensions: Length: 6 inches; width: 17 inches; height: 29 inches
Material: Leather
Who said a puffer tote and a hobo bag couldn’t join forces? I present to you this Cos puffer bag, which can be spotted on the arms of fashionistas everywhere.
Dimensions: Length: 15.59 inches; width: 15.82 inches; height: 8.66 inches
Material: Recycled polyester
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