When it comes to a handbag for the office, you want something that exudes professionalism. Now that may sound like a tall order, but it’s actually surprisingly easy to find. Primarily what you want to look for is a bag with great structure.  Just like a structured dress or blazer, a structured handbag has an air of sophistication that will always be in style for the office.

A great handbag can really amp up an office look; think of pairing your everyday white blouse & black trousers look with a professionally bold cobalt bag, or that little white dress with a structured bright floral handbag – it’s an easy way to take an office look from plain Jane to bright Betty.

1. Tory Burch ‘Emmy’ Crossbody Tote, $295, available at Nordstorm

2. Rebecca Minkoff MAB Tote with Gold Tone Hardware, $295, available at SHOPBOP

3. LAUREN by Ralph Lauren Tate Shopper, $107–178.00, available at Zappos

4. Dooney & Bourke ‘Chelsea – Dillen II Collection’ Leather Tote, $298.00, available at Nordstorm

5. MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton Large North/South Tote, $348.00, available at Zappos

6. Tory Burch Ella Nylon Tote Bag, $195.00, available at Neiman Marcus

7. MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Jet Set – Medium’ Chain Shoulder Tote, $198.00, available at Nordstorm

8. MICHAEL Michael Kors Jet Set Saffiano Top Zip Tote, $248.00, available at Zappos 

9. MICHAEL Michael Kors Selma Medium Satchel, $298.00, available at Macy’s

By: Bree Aylwin, writer of The Urban Umbrella | @urbanumbrella29

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