Dress Up Your Everyday Ensembles With The Best East-West Bags

Straight off the runway from Coach’s fall/winter 2025 collection, this may be primed to be your next It bag.

Dimensions: Height: 6.25 inches; width: 13.5 inches; depth: 4.75 inches

Colors: Brass/Maple, Brass/Honey Brown, Brass/Black

Materials: Glazed leather, fabric lining

Ah, yes—the little handbag that’s become street style catnip for fashion lovers everywhere. This dainty shoulder bag from Alaïa has won the hearts of editors everywhere, including ELLE’s very own Nina Garcia.

Dimensions: Height: 3.5 inches; width: 10.6 inches; depth: 3.1 inches

Colors: Noir, Ivoire

Materials: Leather

Hailey Bieber’s been spotted carrying a similar style—the Mercer—from Freja, so you know that this under-$300 option is guaranteed to be It girl-approved. (And while I don’t have quite the celebrity status as the model and beauty founder, this specific style is in my own collection, for what it’s worth!)

Dimensions: Height: 4.5 inches; width: 10.75 inches; depth: 3.5 inches

Colors: Espresso

Materials: Faux leather, textile lining

Looking for an editor-approved option that will stand the test of time? You simply can’t go wrong with Khaite. And if you’re looking for an undeniably chic alternative to your everyday black purse, consider this textured white patent style.

Dimensions: Height: 5 inches; width: 14 inches; depth: 2.4 inches

Colors: 131 Optic White

Materials: Patent Leather

I’ve had my eye on the Jil Sander Cannolo bag for quite some time, mostly due to the ultra-slim, cylindrical shape but also because of the name. I mean, if you love cannolis, you’ll obsess over this.

Dimensions: Height: 3.5 inches; width: 5.9 inches; depth: 3.5 inches

Colors: Cedar Red, Eggshell

Materials: Calf leather

Between the sleek and subtle boat shape and the knotted handles, this bag will quickly become your go-to option. I mean, it’s just so sophisticated.

Dimensions: Height: 4.7 inches; width: 14.2 inches; depth: 5.1 inches

Colors: Oat

Materials: Leather

Trust me when I tell you this: A DeMellier bag will get you through anything and everything—I know. And when the brand takes that level of quality and puts it into an east-west bag…well, you’ll be unstoppable. And in the small event that something does happen, DeMellier offers a lifetime repair service.

Dimensions: Height: 4 inches; width: 15 inches; depth: 4.8 inches

Colors: Off-White Small Grain, Black Small Grain, Light Olive Small Grain

Materials: Leather, cotton

What do you get when you combine Bottega Veneta’s beloved Andiamo bag and the unexpected east-west silhouette? A delicious top handle bag that’s meant to be seen. Let this be your new everyday carry.

Dimensions: Height: 7.1 inches; width: 11.4 inches; depth: 3.9 inches

Colors: Fondant, Black, Rosewood

Materials: Lambskin leather

Maybe it’s the leather rose embellishment, but this bag gives me Y2K vibes. I love the idea of carrying this on a night out to drinks with friends. Just imagine how good it’ll look next to a glowing tealight.

Dimensions: Height: 4.5 inches; width: 15 inches; depth: 3 inches

Colors: Bordeaux

Materials: Leather

I saw Savette bags everywhere during New York Fashion Week, and after asking one of my editor friends her thoughts on this sleek little number, I’m convinced I need one in my accessories rotation. I guarantee this will transcend the test of time.

Dimensions: Height: 4.5 inches; width: 10.5 inches; depth: 3 inches

Colors: Wine

Material: Leather

Let this bag serve as the foundation for your latest bag charm curation. It already has a head start with the brass lockets to spark your inspiration.

Dimensions: Height: 4.5 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 3.15 inches

Colors: Cognac, Briarwood, Sand Beige, Black

Materials: Calfskin leather

Belted bags are very much a thing right now, and this is a great way to add a hint of color to your spring wardrobe. (And that gorgeous sage green will go with just about anything you own!)

Dimensions: Height: 6.1 inches; width: 12.6 inches; depth: 4.7 inches

Colors: 8 options

Materials: Calfskin

Haven’t you heard? Animal print is one of the biggest trends of the moment. And if you haven’t already hopped on board, this is the perfect way to do it.

Dimensions: Height: 3.75 inches; width: 10 inches; depth: 3.5 inches

Colors: 6 options

Materials: Bovine leather

You’ve likely heard of the Ferragamo Hug bag, but its East-West tote bag feels like an under-the-radar style that will rake in the compliments. And in this pretty green? I can’t think of a more perfect way to brighten up your looks during the transitional season.

Dimensions: Height: 5 inches; width: 10 inches; depth: 7 inches

Colors: Forest Green, Black

Materials: Leather

Now, this is just plain chic. It also happens to be the perfect size for your essentials and then some (because, if you are like me, a bag can carry possibilities). This leather bowling bag has a timeless shape that will only get better the more you wear it.

Dimensions: Height: 12.99 inches; width: 11.42 inches; depth: 3.15 inches

Colors: Black

Materials: Bovine leather