Carry winter well
by Metropol | June 24, 2026 8:34 am
What’s more frustrating than when a slippery tote won’t stop falling off your shoulder in winter?
Sometimes you need a sturdy carryall, yet winter dressing is about mastering the art of essentialism – what you need, and what you don’t. When you leave the house with just the essentials (keys, phone, coat and pooch), that big, beautiful bag can stay behind. Swap it for something small and chic.
The crossbody bag is hands-free, secure, and balanced, while often offering some shape and definition.
On busy days, return to the trusty tote – recycled nylon iterations are proving popular in winter for their durable, lightweight qualities, the fabric featuring heavy in recent collections from New Zealand accessories brands Saben and Yu Mei. Look for textured straps to avoid constant slipping.
Tick off these two bags to be accessories-ready for whatever your winter brings.
The two bags you need for winter
- Essentialist crossbody bag: a small, simple pouch to counterbalance overstimulating funnel neck coats and the frustration of bags slipping off your shoulder.
- ‘Everything but the kitchen sink’ nylon tote: a durable, lightweight carryall for back-to-back busyness.
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