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Home • Fashion

The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun

Throw your hands in the air, and wave 'em around like you just don't care!
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
By Dominique Hobdy · Updated October 23, 2020
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The one and only Erykah Badu told us some years ago to pack light, and it’s a notion worth revisiting during these warmer months.

Isn’t it time to set yourself free of heavy, oversized bags in exchange for purses that’ll let you twirl, and live your very best life?

We know Sis, that huge work tote that you drag around is a necessary evil, but any chance you get, go hands-free with these fire backpacks, fanny packs, and crossbody purses.

Shop below!

01
adidas Originals Iridescent Mini Backpack, $45
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Urban Outfitters
available at Urban Outfitters $45 Shop Now
02
Zip-Detail Belt Bag, $40
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Mango
available at Mango $40 Shop Now
03
Harper Straw Square Crossbody Bag, $59
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Urban Outfitters
available at Urban Outfitters $50 Shop Now
04
Convertible Mini Julian Backpack, $117
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $117 Shop Now
05
Leather Bum Bag, $75
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Mango
available at Mango $50 Shop Now
06
Drawstring Backpack, $44
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $44 Shop Now
07
Smooth Logo Belt Bag, $48
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Macy’s
available at Macy’s $48 Shop Now
08
Tall Tīxíng Backpack, $214
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Shopbop
available at Shopbop $214 Shop Now
09
CANCUN Acrylic Cross Body Bag, $52
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Topshop
available at Topshop $52 Shop Now
10
Pebbled Faux Leather Convertible Belt Bag, $35
The Hands-Free Bags You Need For Ultimate Summer Fun
Macy’s
available at Macy’s $35 Shop Now
TOPICS:  backpacks crossbody bags fanny packs hands free bags SS19 summer accessories summer style