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What Are the Best Bags for Rainy Days?
Keep these features in mind when choosing a well-crafted bag to protect you from the rain without sacrificing style.
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- Rainy days call for practical, versatile bags designed to take on unpredictable weather in style.
- This guide covers the best materials, convenient organizational features and bag styles to look for.
- Read on for our go-to rainy day bag recommendations that are as iconic as they are practical.
When spring showers start heading your way, you’ll need a bag that does more than just look good. For rainy days, you’ll want to prioritize a handbag that’s as practical as it is functional—one durable enough to take on the rain with confidence, and one you won’t be afraid to reach for once the weather takes a turn.
Whether you’re dashing across campus or commuting through the city, here are the key qualities to keep in mind when choosing the perfect rainy-day bag.
What Bag Materials Are Best for Rainy Days?
Coated Canvas
Sturdy and lightweight, our Signature Canvas is style designed for your everyday...even the days with maximum precipitation. Coated Canvas is easy to care for, too—just wipe the surface with a damp or dry cloth.
Style Pick: Plaza Bag In Signature Canvas, Bleecker Bucket Bag 21 In Signature Canvas
PVC
When the forecast turns wet, a shoulder bag crafted of PVC is the ultimate grab-and-go essential. Its water-resistant finish will help repel rain so your belongings stay protected—and the durable surface will hold up beautifully so that you look polished, even when the weather isn't. Bonus points for styles that convert to a crossbody.
Style Pick: Stadium Swinger Bag
Leather
There's a reason leather is considered a classic. Available in durable variations like pebbled leather, smooth leather, grained finishes and more, leather will resist moisture while carrying all your day-to-day essentials.
Style Pick: Tabby Shoulder Bag 26, Chelsea Shoulder Bag 30
Sturdy and lightweight, our Signature Canvas is style designed for your everyday...even the days with maximum precipitation. Coated Canvas is easy to care for, too—just wipe the surface with a damp or dry cloth.
Style Pick: Plaza Bag In Signature Canvas, Bleecker Bucket Bag 21 In Signature Canvas
PVC
When the forecast turns wet, a shoulder bag crafted of PVC is the ultimate grab-and-go essential. Its water-resistant finish will help repel rain so your belongings stay protected—and the durable surface will hold up beautifully so that you look polished, even when the weather isn't. Bonus points for styles that convert to a crossbody.
Style Pick: Stadium Swinger Bag
Leather
There's a reason leather is considered a classic. Available in durable variations like pebbled leather, smooth leather, grained finishes and more, leather will resist moisture while carrying all your day-to-day essentials.
Style Pick: Tabby Shoulder Bag 26, Chelsea Shoulder Bag 30
What Features Should I Look for in a Rainy-Day Bag?
Zip-Top Closure
If walking is a big part of your day, rain or shine, consider a bag with a zip-top closure that will keep all your essentials secure while keeping the rain out.
Try: Alter/Ego Large Crescent Shoulder Bag
Detachable Straps
Walking in the rain isn't always comfortable, but that doesn't mean your bag can't be. Detachable and adjustable straps allow you to change how you wear your bag. Swap from shoulder bag to crossbody or vice versa—your rainy-day bag should be versatile.
Style Pick: Soft Tabby Shoulder Bag
Internal Snap Pockets
Need a bit of extra security for your own peace of mind? Go for a bag that has internal snap pockets to keep your wallet, phone and keys dry.
Style Pick: Soft Empire Carryall 40
If walking is a big part of your day, rain or shine, consider a bag with a zip-top closure that will keep all your essentials secure while keeping the rain out.
Try: Alter/Ego Large Crescent Shoulder Bag
Detachable Straps
Walking in the rain isn't always comfortable, but that doesn't mean your bag can't be. Detachable and adjustable straps allow you to change how you wear your bag. Swap from shoulder bag to crossbody or vice versa—your rainy-day bag should be versatile.
Style Pick: Soft Tabby Shoulder Bag
Internal Snap Pockets
Need a bit of extra security for your own peace of mind? Go for a bag that has internal snap pockets to keep your wallet, phone and keys dry.
Style Pick: Soft Empire Carryall 40
What Bag Styles Are Most Convenient on Rainy Days?
Carryalls & Totes
Once you've made it to your destination, you'll want a bag with a spacious enough interior to fit your umbrella—and maybe even a change of shoes. Plus, being able to carry everything you need for the entire day will help you avoid dashing out in the rain again.
Style Pick: Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 34, Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39
Crossbody Bags
When you're forced to carry an umbrella in one hand, the last thing you want to do is carry something else in the other. Keep at least one of your hands free on rainy days with a crossbody that hangs snugly against your waist—you'll forget it's even there.
Style Pick: Bleecker Bucket Bag
Once you've made it to your destination, you'll want a bag with a spacious enough interior to fit your umbrella—and maybe even a change of shoes. Plus, being able to carry everything you need for the entire day will help you avoid dashing out in the rain again.
Style Pick: Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 34, Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39
Crossbody Bags
When you're forced to carry an umbrella in one hand, the last thing you want to do is carry something else in the other. Keep at least one of your hands free on rainy days with a crossbody that hangs snugly against your waist—you'll forget it's even there.
Style Pick: Bleecker Bucket Bag
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