best shoulder bags

A stylish tote bag adorned with a screen-printed geometric pattern in bright white and blue shades will be your best companion for a weekend getaway, a shopping spree and much more. Crafted from cotton, Indian artisan Arushi Gupta’s eye-catching design features a magnetic snap closure opening up to a fully lined interior equipped with a practical zippered pocket for seamless organization.

Handwoven from soft cotton, Hifdzur Rahman's gorgeous shoulder bag looks best when paired with a casual summer outfit. Balinese use 100% cotton to hand craft the round bag, accenting the accessory with a single shoulder strap, a row of dangling fringe, and a zippered closure.

Hand crafted from bamboo, Ahmad's sling bag is best for breezy days wandering through the city. The Balinese artisan uses bamboo stalks and ate grass to hand weave the darling bag, crafting the slender strap from synthetic leather. Lined in batik-printed cotton, the bag is finished with a simple snap closure.

Crafted by talented artisans of the Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza), this sophisticated cotton sling bag displays the best of Guatemala's glamorous style. With a handloomed textile in beige and ivory hues, the accessory also features an adjustable leather strap, a zipper closure, a back compartment and a lined interior with a pocket.

You'll want to show off the charming, handmade qualities of Ahmad's woven sling bag, which is best for breezy days. The Balinese artisan uses bamboo stalks and ate grass to hand weave the darling bag, crafting the slender strap from synthetic leather. Lined in batik-printed cotton, the bag is finished with a simple button closure.

This expandable hobo bag is sure to become your new best friend. Luisa Villavicencio designs it in light blue recycled cotton denim with leather handles and details. The roomy interior is lined in cotton canvas and features two pouch pockets plus a zippered one. She adds a lobster claw hook to bring in the sides and allow you to shape or expand this bag as you like. All of Luisa's creations use 100% natural cotton fibers and are completely free of dyes.

Luisa Villavicencio's father dedicated his life to cultivating and preserving the Mayan cotton species native to Central America. Her designs mix fibers from her father's cotton crops, recycled denim scraps from Guatemala's garment industry, and a unique touch, courtesy of traditional weaving techniques. She and her family are committed to running a socially and environmentally responsible business and employ over 80 artisans in their workshop.