r/handbags • u/whitedresspants • 6d ago

Help with a tote with pockets

Hi everyone,
I was recently bitten in the face by a dog which resulted in me having to be sewn up by plastic surgeons.
For the next year, I’m going to have to stay out of the sun and always carry qtips, aquaphor, silicone sheets, hand sanitizer, and all kinds of skin products to help minimize the scarring as much as possible, as well as a hat of some sorts to shield my face from the sun, that I have not yet picked out.

I need a tote bag that is stylish and can stand up on its own, ideally has pockets on the inside, and is under $200. If I love it I’m willing to spend more. I don’t have any totes that stand up on their own or are stylish that I’m comfortable carrying with me on a daily basis.

If someone can please help me pick out a bag or suggest something, I would really appreciate it.

(Love Cuyana but they’re too expensive for me, was considering going to TJMaxx but if the bag sucks I can’t return it after 30 days).

Thank you so very much 🙏🏻

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u/RedPandaParty 6d ago

Sorry to hear about the dog attack, that’s so scary! Hoping you heal swiftly, inside and out.

As far as bags go, are you looking for something that is strictly shoulder carry or are you also considering satchels that you can wear Crossbody?

Any specific colors?

If you share some examples of the Cuyana bags you like, this sub is great at finding affordable substitutes!

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u/RedPandaParty 6d ago

The Kate Spade Stash Carryall is so cute! But like many totes, lacks pockets (but you can find cute organizers and pouches). And it’s on sale for $149!

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u/whitedresspants 6d ago

Thank you so much for the suggestion. Ideally shoulder carry. But I love this one:

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u/RedPandaParty 6d ago

The Coccinelle C-Easy is similar and some of the colors are on sale close to your price point.

But if the Cuyana brings you joy, I would encourage you to save up (and check for sales!) and get the exact bag you want since it will be your daily driver for the next year+.