Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve been on a shopping kick to transition my wardrobe from summer to fall. I’ve stocked my closet with plenty of transitional basics and fall trends, and added some autumnal brown sneakers and loafers to my footwear collection. The only thing that’s left on my new-season wish list is fall-forward bags.
Whether it’s a laptop-friendly tote or a shoulder bag fit for a night out, every fashion girl knows a purse can make a break a look. That’s why I’m shopping for trendy bags that elevate my transitional outfits—all without breaking my budget. Naturally, my search led me to some of my favorite affordable retailers—Madewell, Mango, and Gap—where the new fall collections are filled with buttery suede, rich autumn colors, and chic designs.
After diving through the accessory offerings at all three brands, I’m convinced the list below includes all of fall’s best affordable (and most in-demand) bags. Keep scrolling to shop purses that will make you feel like an It girl in the new season, and rest assured, each one is budget-friendly with a price tag of $250 and under.
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Madewell
The Mylie Shoulder Bag in Italian Suede
I’ve been dreaming about this bag ever since I saw it in store.
Madewell
The Top-Zip Shoulder Bag
This would be my go-to going-out bag for fall.
Madewell
The Essential Curve Medium Shoulder Bag
Prepare for boho bags to have a major moment in the upcoming season.
The Mini Drawstring Crossbody Bucket Bag
If you’re a fan of crossbody bags, this purse will suit you nicely for the cooler weather months.
Madewell
The Studded Tote
I’m eyeing this tote to use as my new-season work bag.
The Essential Curve Shoulder Bag
I can’t get enough of Madewell’s studded accessories.
Madewell
The Essential Curve Shoulder Bag
Not only is this olive green shade a quintessential fall color, but it’s so rich-looking, too.
This studded bag would certainly add an edge to my fall purse rotation.
I’m calling it now: Cow print will be an accessory trend to watch out for this fall.
The Essential Bucket Tote
MANGO
Suede Mini Shopper Bag
Wear this chocolate brown tote bag when you want to look more elevated with zero effort involved.
MANGO
Medium Leather Shoulder Bag With Charms
The worn-weather look on this bag is so cool girl-coded.
MANGO
Suede Shopper Bag With Eyelets
I’m a big fan of grommet-covered bags like this.
MANGO
Large Oval Shoulder Bag
This is a fall-forward bag you can turn to year after year.
MANGO
Suede Shoulder Bag With Eyelets
This bag is just the right size for all of your night-out essentials.
Slouchy suede styles will soon be on the arm of every It girl you know.
MANGO
Medium Shoulder Bag With Snap Hook
Bags with buckles and snap hooks were trending for summer, but this deep brown find screams “fall.”
MANGO
Bowling Shoulder Bag With Charm
With its hardware and padlock charm, this bag exudes a cool, early aughts feel.
Gap
Vegan Suede Slouchy Tote Bag
Meet the TikTok-viral bag that has everyone racing to Gap.
Gap
Vegan Suede Bucket Bag
The suede on this pick looks deliciously soft and luxe, despite being vegan.
Gap
Vegan Suede Barrel Bag
Gap
Cow Print Calf Hair Mini Slouchy Bag
Clearly, cow print is on the up and up.
Gap
Vegan Leather Bucket Tote Bag
One reviewer wrote, “Feels like butter” about this tote bag, so that’s all the reasoning I need to add it to my cart.
Gap
Vegan Pebble Leather Slouchy Bag
The silhouette is of this bag is unlike anything in my collection, so naturally, I’m a fan.
If you’re in need of a work tote, this bag can easily carry your laptop, water bottle, makeup, and other essentials.
