Generous with its beauty and unmatched in atmosphere, Rome remains the Italian city at the top of every 2026 travel list. But in a city of ancient wonders, where you stay matters just as much as what you see. The Plum Guide Rome Collection has done the hard work for you, selecting only the top 3% of holiday rentals through a rigorous multi-step testing process. From intimate hideaways in the cobblestoned alleys of Monti to grand palazzos in Sant’Angelo, these homes are more than just places to sleep—they are the “modern mosaics” of an unforgettable Roman getaway.

 

The Italian city on everyone’s travel list, Rome, is generous with its beauty and atmosphere. As city breaks go, it’s hard to beat.

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Make the season’s must-have shades yours with the latest drop from Dunnes Stores. This February, we’re moving away from harsh winter tones and embracing a “dreamy” palette of rich chocolate, mocha, and classic leopard prints. From the viral Gallery 2-in-1 Leopard Jumper Dress to buttery soft knits in deep cocoa, these pieces are designed to “dress up your everyday looks” with effortless ease. Whether you’re layering for a crisp morning commute or styling a statement print for dinner, the 2026 collection offers the perfect blend of wild energy and warm sophistication.

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From cute leopard prints to dreamy chocolate tones, these pieces are perfect for dressing up your everyday looks.

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Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

If you’re looking for a stylish way to stay cozy during yet another cold snap, look no further than this wrap cardigan from Aritzia. Where I live, we’ve been below freezing temperatures for weeks, and I think that deep V-neck is probably not in the cards for me right now. I would probably add a thin turtleneck for a little extra coverage.

This sweater comes in five lovely colors, but this “birch” color looks like it would be beautifully versatile. 

The sweater is $138 at Aritzia and comes in sizes 2XS-XL. 

Sales of note for 2/6:

• Nordstrom – End of Season Sale — winter styles up to 50% off!
• Ann Taylor – End of season sale, up to 70% off original prices — plus extra 25% off your $175+ purchase.
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 70% off
• Elie Tahari – Great sale, up to 60% off! This reader-favorite sleeveless silk blouse is down to $50 from $198
• Express – $40 off $120, $75 off $200 (online only).
• J.Crew – Up to 40% off winter classics, + extra 30% off sale styles with code
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + extra 50% off clearance
• Lo & Sons – Valentine’s sale, up to 50% off — reader favorites include this laptop tote, this backpack, and this crossbody
• M.M.LaFleur – Save up to 70% off, dozens of styles now on clearance. Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Neiman Marcus – New sale arrivals, up to 40% off. You can also earn a $35-$700 gift card with purchase of $250-$3000.
• Talbots – Free shipping on $150+, and members earn 3X style points.

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This shoe from Aerosoles looks great if you want a comfortable flat.

Mary Jane flats continue to be trendy, and this greigy snakeskin print looks like the perfect neutral for a ton of outfits.

The shoe is $99 and available in sizes 5-12 in medium and wide sizes; it also comes in four other colors. You can find it at Aerosoles, Nordstrom, and Belk (where it looks like it’s on sale today!).

Sales of note for 2/6:

• Nordstrom – End of Season Sale — winter styles up to 50% off!
• Ann Taylor – End of season sale, up to 70% off original prices — plus extra 25% off your $175+ purchase.
• Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off + extra 15% off
• Brooks Brothers – Clearance up to 70% off
• Elie Tahari – Great sale, up to 60% off! This reader-favorite sleeveless silk blouse is down to $50 from $198
• Express – $40 off $120, $75 off $200 (online only).
• J.Crew – Up to 40% off winter classics, + extra 30% off sale styles with code
• J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + extra 50% off clearance
• Lo & Sons – Valentine’s sale, up to 50% off — reader favorites include this laptop tote, this backpack, and this crossbody
• M.M.LaFleur – Save up to 70% off, dozens of styles now on clearance. Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
• Neiman Marcus – New sale arrivals, up to 40% off. You can also earn a $35-$700 gift card with purchase of $250-$3000.
• Talbots – Free shipping on $150+, and members earn 3X style points.

Sure, we all know what wardrobe essentials for work professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic item that every woman should have.

It has been WAY too long since we’ve done a roundup of the best work bags for women — which are your favorites right now, readers? Do you prefer backpacks for work, or another style?

For my $.02, a great work bag for women:

• has a closed top like a zipper
• has organizing features like pockets, water bottle sleeves, sometimes even a zippered outside compartment for your commuting shoes/gym shoes
• isn’t too heavy — my preferred material has always been nylon; faux leather is also going to be pretty lightweight; leathers and coated canvas are the most durable but add weight
• is large enough to fit a folder with your resume in it (if you’re interviewing)
• IDEALLY has additional thoughtful details such as metal feet, a long interior keychain, at least one pocket accessible from the outside, and a trolley sleeve to slide over your rolling bag

I’ve rounded up a ton of options: splurges, super affordable bags, laptop bags, smaller/indie brands focused on bags for work, and vegan brands.

If you’ve seen our roundup in the past, a lot of it has stayed the same, including the heavy hitters are all more or less the same such as Cuyana, Tumi, Lo & Sons, and more. I do feel like monogram patterns are less popular than they once were, and any hesitancy for “ludicrously capacious bags” has gone away. Some other favorites from previous years that have left the building: the Madewell Transport tote seems to be winding down (I can only find it a few places right now!), and bags from MZ Wallace and Knomo are harder to find in work-appropriate sizes.

If you’re in a situation where your work is hybrid, or even a hot desk situation where you don’t have your own “space,” you may find yourself carrying more stuff — I’ll try to address that as well, although we’ve talked about it in the past in terms of how many bags you bring to work, how to make a hybrid work situation more efficient, as well as how to deal with hot desking in general.

Readers, have you bought a work bag recently that you love? Which are your all-time favorite work bags for women, and why?

In the past, we’ve pondered whether totes or backpacks for work are the best, talked about how to organize your bags, shared silly thoughts about what your tote bag says about you, and asked the readers how many bags they bring to work.

In addition to this roundup, we’ve also rounded up the best bags for interviews, the best briefcases for women, the best work backpacks, AND the best stylish work bags for petites. (We’ve also rounded up the best bags for law students!)

Regarding designer bags, we’ve rounded up the best luxury work bags, answered questions from readers wondering if businesswomen MUST have a designer bag, as well as questions from the intern with the $9,000 bag (our first viral post, aw!), and a young lawyer who wondered if she could buy a $2,700 bag even though she was just starting out.

Our Latest Favorite Work Bags for Women in 2026

The Best Everyday Totes for Work

Our Latest Favorite Affordable Work Bags for Women

Our Latest Favorite Laptop Totes

Our Latest Favorite Work Backpacks

Our Latest Favorite Luxury Work Bags

Our Latest Favorite Professional Purses

I generally consider professional purses to be smaller than a work bag, but maybe that’s me!

Hunting for a great professional purse? In 2025, readers are loving affordable crossbody bags like those from Cuyana, Lo & Sons, and Madewell.

In terms of a designer bag to suit your life as a professional, readers have been loving affordable(ish) luxury brands like Polène, Tory Burch, Strathberry, DeMellier, and Mansur Gavriel, as well as more designer bags like Chloé (particularly the Marcie line) and Mulberry. (If money is no object, Loewe and Bottega Venetta are always worth a look!)

Notes If You’re Looking for a Very Specific Type of Women’s Work Bag

• Usual Suspects (reliable brands or stores to check first): Cuyana, Tumi, Lo & Sons, BEIS,
• Under $150: This Amazon brand is popular — also check your local Nordstrom Rack, T.J.Maxx, Uniqlo, and Quince. Portland Leather is another affordable reader favorite!
• Splurges for work bags: (see all of our favorite luxury work bags here!): Bottega Veneta, Mulberry, Saint Laurent, Kaai, and DeMellier… lesser splurges include Lo & Sons bags, as well as Tumi!
• Laptop bags for women: Lo & Sons, Tumi (also check for laptop sleeves from Society 6 and, of course, Amazon)
• Backpacks for work: Everlane, Tumi, Lo & Sons (convertible!)
• Briefcases for women: (see our roundup of the best briefcases for women!): Dooney & Bourke, Carl Friedrik, Mulberry, Cluci, and Hermes
• Leather clutches / large leather folders: Leatherology, Etsy, Cuyana, Smythson
• Nylon/lightweight work bags for women: Tory Burch, Lo & Sons, Tumi,
• Trolley sleeves for business travel: Tumi, Lo & Sons, Belroy, and Baggalini
• Former reader-favorite brands to keep an eye on: KNOMO London, MZ Wallace
• Smaller/independent brands focusing on bags for work: Cuyana, Lo & Sons, Dagne Dover, Gigi New York, Alesya, Shinola, Jemma Bags, July, Daame
• Vegan: Dagne Dover, Freja, Gunas New York, Senreve
• ORGANIZING INSERTS for totes: OMYstyle (12,000+ good reviews at Amazon)

The Best Work Bags for Women in 2026

The Best Amazon Work Tote: Nodykka

Amazon is hard to beat in terms of affordability, but you do usually get what you pay for, so watch out for that. Still, this bestseller from Nodykka has 22,000+ glowing reviews and comes in over 100 colors (!!!), with reviewers loving how affordable, lightweight, and versatile the bag is.

(Another great Amazon tote bag option: this tasseled tote from Dreubea, with 60,000+ great reviews.

If you’re looking for a tote with more organization/pockets, do keep in mind that you can buy extra inserts for tote bags for around $15 on Amazon — OMYstyle are both incredibly highly rated. You can also get a ton of plain laptop sleeves at Amazon or a HUGE variety of styles at Society 6.

Some of our favorite spots to check include Nordstrom Rack and T.J.Maxx — a specific styles include this Amazon tote under $15. Everlane’s great ReNew bags are also often under $100. The very trendy BÉIS bags are usually under $150 as well, as are Belroy bags and Quince bags.

The Best Lightweight, Professional Tote: Belroy

Although our prior picks are still around (Tory Burch, Longchamp), they both can feel a bit dated — so I’m picking the Belroy tote for 2026. Bonuses: it’s water resistant, and it has a trolley sleeve. Score!

A more affordable but floppier option is this Tumi Voyageur bag, on sale for $69 — but that one has a trolley sleeve for your rolling bag. Also look to Lo & Sons for excellent nylon bags, many of which are 50% off right now.

The Best Convertible Work Bag for Women: Lo & Sons

There are a TON of Lo & Sons bags that have been loved by the readers (they’re always on our lists of the best work bags!), many on sale right now — the Seville laptop bag, the OG. I’m featuring the Rowledge here because it’s that unusual bag that is a business-appropriate backpack for work that converts to a north/south tote with a top handle. If you’re looking for something like this, definitely consider Lo & Sons.

Another great option here: Pond Los Angeles’s Transform Tote.

The Best Leather Tote with a Zipper: Cuyana

If you’re looking for a classic leather tote bag with a zippered top, I think most readers would agree that the Cuyana bag is the one. It’s a smaller brand, people rave about the leather and durability, it comes in 10 colors, it can be monogrammed, it has inserts or tech sleeves you can add on — and it’s only $195.

The brand’s website also notes that they are LWG Silver certified, “ensuring the leather is tanned responsibly against measures like traceability, resource consumption, and effluent treatment.”

The Best Splurge Work Bag: KAAI

Looking for a splurge tote? There are so many great bags here. The one I’m going to recommend is KAAI’s pyramid tote — it looks functional but cool and isn’t too dear in price (less than $1000). It also comes in a number of colors!

In addition to KAAI, I’d also consider Mulberry, DeMellier, and Strathberry. Of course, note that a lot of our readers who are in big jobs note that they love their (more affordable) Lo & Sons bags, as well as their Tumi.

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