Forget Boots—I’m Shopping These Affordable Winter Bags at Madewell and Mango Instead
From luxe-looking totes to buttery suede styles.
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I may be a minimalist, but I'm a sucker for a trendy bag. Whether it's a slouchy tote for the office or a little clutch for a night out, I love how a bag can transform any cold-weather look. My collection is overdue for a refresh, though, so I'm turning to some of my favorite retailers—Madewell and Mango,
As far as winter bag trends go, there's a style for every occasion. Practical totes made for your nine-to-five are a current fashion-girl favorite, as are vintage-inspired purses you'd expect to see at the thrift store. The East-West silhouette stays on the shoulders of all of my favorite A-listers, while suede styles show no sign of slowing down this season—this season is all about versatility.
For your shopping pleasure, I rounded up all of the affordable bags I'm considering adding to my collection. If you want richer-looking outfits without breaking your budget (spoiler: They all cost less than $250), you can't go wrong with one of my favorite finds, below.
Madewell's iconic tote bag now comes in a rich-looking navy suede, and I'm even more obsessed.
The classic black leather version will forever be one of our all-time favorite work bags.
When you're bored of neutrals, olive green is a cool alternative.
I have this bag and can confirm it holds everything you need for the office and then some.
Leopard print accessories are having a huge moment this winter.
Opt for this woven suede bag if you want to look expensive.
This cherry red bag offers a fun pop of color for your work outfits.
Pouch purses with drawstring closures are only growing in popularity.
Take a turn on the wild side this winter with a croc-skin finish.
I could easily see this bag at thrift store, which is why I love it.
This find reminds me of one of my grandma's favorite bags, so you can bet it's in my cart.
I think I just found the chocolate brown tote bag of my dreams.
You'll be the coolest girl in the office with this bag on your shoulder.
While a leather tote will always be a classic, a suede finish feels fresh for 2026.
A chain strap takes this crossbody to the next level.
Good luck choosing just one color of this woven bag.
Who says rhinestones are only reserved for holiday parties?
If I saw this bag on the street, I would peg it as a cool vintage find.
In case your everyday bag needs an update, this luxe-looking find is a worthy option.
This bag is practically begging to be carried on your next girls' night out.
Genuine leather means this bag will only get better with every wear.
You can't go wrong with a suede bag for winter.
This find looks so much more expensive than its $150 price tag.
Somehow, this bag feels both classic and modern.
For the woman who's always digging through her purse, a cargo bag like this is the way to go.
