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A Crossbody Bag Is the Functional Swerve It's Time to Embrace

Because you're going to need all that extra storage space exploring this summer.

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You've probably noticed a whole lot of dudes rocking bags these days. (If you're a frequent Esquire reader, you might, in fact, already own one yourself.) Sometime over the last few years or so carrying a bag became de rigueur for stylish gents stepping out around the world, from the cobblestoned boulevards of Paris to the lush, oat milk-stained streets of Portland.

A$AP Rocky, a noted satchel enthusiast, is rarely seen without one. Drake has been steadily amassing a collection of Hermès Birkins, the ne plus ultra of covetable bags, because, of course, he is. Jacob Elordi, king of street style, has a rotation of crossbody bags to carry whatever it is he carries around.

  • Sportswear Essentials Crossbody Bag

    best sporty crossbody bag

    Nike Sportswear Essentials Crossbody Bag

    $32 at Nike
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  • Round Mini Shoulder Bag

    best versatile crossbody bag

    Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag

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  • Puzzle Debossed Textured-Leather Belt Bag

    best luxury crossbody bag

    Loewe Puzzle Debossed Textured-Leather Belt Bag

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  • Berkeley Field Bag

    best travel crossbody bag

    The North Face Berkeley Field Bag

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  • Crossbody Bag

    best affordable crossbody bag

    Sireck Crossbody Bag

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We've advocated for the crossbody at length before, but there's never been a better time to finally get on board with an accessory that'll save your ass time and time again. It's time to embrace the bag, folks. Trust us. Your precarious and deeply misplaced sense of masculinity is in safe hands. As Drake (or, ah, Whitman) would be the first to tell you: We all contain multitudes. This summer, let a crossbody bag be one of them.

best sporty crossbody bag

Nike Sportswear Essentials Crossbody Bag

Sportswear Essentials Crossbody Bag
best sporty crossbody bag

Nike Sportswear Essentials Crossbody Bag

$32 at Nike$32 at Dick's Sporting Goods

With two spacious zippered pockets, Nike has the ultimate crossbody bag for stashing your things while you're staying active. So whether you're hiking the trails or taking the train, you'll have quick access to all your small stuff (and it'll stay organized, too).

Materials75% nylon, 25% polyester
Dimensions8"H x 5"W x 2"D
Strap LengthAdjustable
best versatile crossbody bag

Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag

Round Mini Shoulder Bag
best versatile crossbody bag

Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag

Uniqlo's crossbody bag has gone viral more than once, and there's no question as to why. It's coated with a durable, water-repellant finish, so it'll hold up in even the worst weather. It also has a chic, cosmopolitan design and rounded look.

Materials100% polyester
Dimensions11''W x 6.7''H x 3.9"D
Strap Length45.7''
best luxury crossbody bag

Loewe Puzzle Debossed Textured-Leather Belt Bag

Puzzle Debossed Textured-Leather Belt Bag
best luxury crossbody bag

Loewe Puzzle Debossed Textured-Leather Belt Bag

The iconic Puzzle design from Loewe comes in a crossbody version, which you can sling across your chest or, if you feel like it, wear around your hips. Crafted from smooth leather, it also folds completely flat, making it the perfect travel companion.

MaterialsLeather
Dimensions6.9"H x 1"W
Strap LengthAdjustable
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best travel crossbody bag

The North Face Berkeley Field Bag

Berkeley Field Bag
best travel crossbody bag

The North Face Berkeley Field Bag

This is an easy, no-nonsense bag. The best part? You don't even have to think about what you're carrying around—it does all the work for you. Just try and remember your phone, wallet, and keys before you leave the house.

Materials100% recycled polyester
Dimensions11"W x 8"H x 2"D
Strap Length14"– 26"
best affordable crossbody bag

Sireck Crossbody Bag

Crossbody Bag
best affordable crossbody bag

Sireck Crossbody Bag

For a basic, practical bag, Amazon has you covered for under 20 bucks. Designed by Sireck, this bag is lightweight, waterproof, and can be delivered in a day (shoutout to Prime) for those last-minute trips.

MaterialsHigh-density nylon
Dimensions7.87"L x 5.7"W x 2.56"H
Strap LengthAdjustable
best multi-pocket crossbody bag

Day Owl Recycled Canvas Crossbody

Recycled Canvas Crossbody
best multi-pocket crossbody bag

Day Owl Recycled Canvas Crossbody

With zip pockets and an adjustable strap, this is a handy bag that'll, ironically, leave you hands-free. As durable as it is versatile, you can truly wear it any way and anywhere

MaterialsFirst Mile® waxed canvas
Dimensions5.5"H x 7.25"W x 2"D
Strap Length30" - 47"
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best on-the-go crossbody bag

adidas Must Have Festival Crossbody Bag

Must Have Festival Crossbody Bag
best on-the-go crossbody bag

adidas Must Have Festival Crossbody Bag

If you've ever trucked through the fields of the Empire Polo Club during Coachella, you know how essential it is to have the right bag with you. This festival crossbody by adidas is lightweight, has plenty of storage, and includes a protective buckle closure, so you can keep your stuff safe from stage to stage.

Materials100% recycled polyester
Dimensions4.75"L x 2"W x 6.75"H
Strap LengthAdjustable
best designer crossbody bag

C.P. Company Grey Crossbody Bag

Grey Crossbody Bag
best designer crossbody bag

C.P. Company Grey Crossbody Bag

C.P. Company is considered the "Godfather" of Italian sportswear, and their crossbody pouch will be one you simply can't refuse. With several zipped pockets and a water-resistant exterior, it'll become your ultimate stylish on-the-go bag.

Materials100% polyamide
Dimensions7"H x 10"W x 2.5"D
Strap LengthAdjustable
best leather crossbody bag

Jil Sander Tangle Small Leather Messenger Bag

Tangle Small Leather Messenger Bag
best leather crossbody bag

Jil Sander Tangle Small Leather Messenger Bag

The Jil Sander messenger bag is an ode to both form and function, distinguished by its masterful hand-knotted cross-body strap. A creation of Italian craftsmanship, it has a pristine, smooth leather exterior, and a perfectly structured rectangular silhouette.

MaterialsLeather
Dimensions7.3"H x 5.5"W
Strap LengthAdjustable
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best casual crossbody bag

WE-AR4 Godspeed Nylon Crossbody Bag

Godspeed Nylon Crossbody Bag
best casual crossbody bag

WE-AR4 Godspeed Nylon Crossbody Bag

WE-AR4 is a responsible fashion brand focused on immediate sustainable impact. Their Godspeed Crossbody Bag combines Italian nylon and a military-inspired design to create a classy, clean, and sleek option.

MaterialsNylon and recycled polyester
Dimensions5 3/4"W x 7 1/2"H x 3"D
Strap Length26"
best lightweight crossbody bag

Abercrombie & Fitch YPB Cross-Body Bag

YPB Cross-Body Bag
best lightweight crossbody bag

Abercrombie & Fitch YPB Cross-Body Bag

If you're going for a run or to the gym and need somewhere to stash your wallet, car keys, and, I don't know, a vape (we don't judge here at Esquire)—this is what you need.

Materials100% Polyester
DimensionsTrue to size
Strap LengthAdjustable
best timeless crossbody bag

Banana Republic Leather Crossbody Bag

Leather Crossbody Bag
best timeless crossbody bag

Banana Republic Leather Crossbody Bag

Banana Republic makes a crossbody look classy, with a leather finish, zip pocket, and two front buckled compartments. The brand removed any unnecessary additions to this bag to create the ultimate, functional crossbody sling.

Materials100% Leather
Dimensions6"H x 10.5"W x 4.5"D
Strap Length20"
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best portable crossbody bag

Bellroy City Pouch

City Pouch
best portable crossbody bag

Bellroy City Pouch

They say the best things come in small packages, and this crossbody holds that statement to be true. Tiny and lightweight (you'll hardly notice it), the City Pouch can fit just about anything.

best iconic crossbody bag

lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Mini

Everywhere Belt Bag Mini
best iconic crossbody bag

lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Mini

This wouldn't be a roundup about crossbody bags without an option from Lululemon. On the plane, bus, and train ( oops—we got a little Dr.Suessy there), this bag can truly go everywhere. It's the perfect size and can fit your phone, keys, cards, and a lip balm or two.

Materials100% Nylon
Dimensions18cm x 4cm x 10.5cm
Strap Length107cm
Best elevated crossbody bag

Coach West Pack

West Pack
Best elevated crossbody bag

Coach West Pack

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Perfect for intercontinental vacations, the West Pack can be worn as a sling bag or crossbody—and has all the functionality of a messenger bag. The laidback versatility of this crossbody works for everyone who likes to change up their bag to suit their style (or their mood).

MaterialsRefined pebble leather
Dimensions3.25"L x 7.75"H x 13"W
Strap Length44"
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Why You Should Trust Us

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We’re not going to say something is great unless it’s actually great.

Every product in Esquire’s round-ups is carefully curated by our fashion and e-commerce teams. When it comes to crossbody bags, you can rest assured that we’re hand-selecting styles that we’ve personally tested, tried, and loved, along with styles that the rest of our stylish colleagues here at Esquire endorse for their own wear.

We’ve had to go through a lot of trial and error, and these crossbody bags are the ones that are simply the best. Every pick on this list (and our other lists!) comes from years of wearing different things, seeing what we love and what we don’t, and going from there. No two tastes are the same, and no two men are the same. Your proverbial mileage may vary. But if you’re looking for the right place to start, with advice from folks who and care (possibly too much!) about this sort of stuff, this is the place to be.

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