The bucket bag has a universally appealing shape: It's structured, but not too structured; fashionable, but not too trendy, and it's the happy medium between a too-large tote and a too-small clutch. It's also one silhouette that both luxury designers and mass retailers have gotten behind (with fervor) in recent seasons, churning out different size, color, and material variations left and right. And while the original cult favorite belongs to Mansur Gavriel (and retails for $495), it's hard to walk into any store without seeing some type of bucket bag these days.
If you're holding out for the OG, we get it. But if you're looking for some alternative options that are a little more wallet-friendly, there are plenty of just-as-worthy bucket bags (like the 13 ahead) that you can sling over your shoulder now.
A shiny, smooth version gives the classic silhouette a grown-up update.
Trademark Bucket Bag, $528, available at Trademark.
The perfect blend between a crossbody and a roomy shoulder bag.
Whistles Sylvan Mini Chain Bucket Bag, $240, available at Whistles.
This buttery leather staple can work all year long.
Vince Camuto Lorin-leather Bucket Drawstring Bag, $248, available at Vince Camuto.
This round, a metal cage gives the bucket bag's simple design a splash of flare.
Costume National Suede Leather Bucket Bag with Cage, $1,170 $585, available at Costume National.
Cuero & Mor gives this classic bag a twist by adding a full coverage zip-up top.
Cuero & Mor Cognac Bucket, $595, available at Cuero & Mor.
Wear your bucket as a single shoulder bag or a crossbody.
Shaffer The Greta, $188, available at Shaffer.
SHAFFER LA, $150.00, available at SHAFFER LA
Turn you day right-side-up with a bright handbag.
Lotfi Mini Bucket Bag, $52 $39.99, available at Need Supply Co.
Dolce's tiny locket purse might be our new favorite mini bag.
Dolce & Gabbana Bucket Bag, $1,875, available at Moda Operandi.
Distribute some of that weight and opt for a bucket backpack.
Mother of Pearl Small Bucket Backpack, $535 $267.50, available at Shopbop.
This mini bucket bag comes with versatile straps that transition it from a crossbody, to a shoulder bag, to a handheld bag depending on your mood.
Von Holzhausen The Mini Bucket Crossbody, $650, available at Von Holzhausen.
Moschino It's Lit Matchbook Bucket Bag, $950, available at Nordstrom.
On-trend for under-$100? Yes, please.
Zara Embossed Bucket Bag, $59.90, available at Zara.
And of course, if you have your heart set on the original, there's no shame in waiting for Mansur Gavriel to restock.
Mansur Gavriel, $495.00, available at Mansur GavrielLike what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?
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