Bucket bags are great for topping off a casual outfit. Bucket bags typically have a cocoon ''bucket' shape and drawstring closure. It’s their relaxed, slouchy design that makes them the perfect accessory for creating a cool off-duty look. Check out our list of bucket bags that would be perfect for topping off your stylishly slouchy everyday outfits.
1 Studded Bucket Bag
Bucket bags come in all sorts of designs and sizes, but you can’t beat a basic black number. Choose one with studded details for that extra cool factor. This bucket bag will set you back around $30 at Forever 21. It’s very much in the style of the popular Alexander Wang ‘Diego’ bucket bag but at a fraction of the cost! Wear it with cut-off denim shorts, a slouchy t-shirt, and lace up boots for a festival-friendly outfit.
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2 Pouch Pocket Bag
Two tone details are pretty popular at the moment. This bucket bag features a suede tan body with a contrasting brown pouch pocket and trims. It’s from Topshop and you can make it yours for around $70. Work a casually polished look by teaming it with dark denim jeans, an oversized shirt, and patent ballet flats.
3 Croc Suede Bucket Bag
This suede bucket bag features croc embossed details. It also has zip details and comes with a top handle and detachable shoulder strap. The tan colour makes it a great option for everyday wear. This Topshop bag is pretty pricey at $170 but you can find similar croc-embossed bucket bags for a fraction of the cost by Mango and Volcom.
4 Lizard-Stamped Bucket Bag
If you prefer the finer things in life, then a designer bucket bag may be more your thing. This Marc by Marc Jacobs bag has a sophisticated slouchy design. It has a lizard-stamped leather body with contrasting top handle and detachable shoulder strap. Wear it with a white shirt dress and blush shoes for a relaxed everyday look.
5 Tassel Bucket Bag
This tan leather bucket bag by Ri2K features a woven body and tassel details. It has a drawstring closure and an adjustable shoulder strap. It would look great teamed with a flowing maxi dress and strappy sandals. If you like the look of this bag you can purchase it from ASOS for around $130. You can also heck out Nasty Gal and Mango for more budget-friendly bucket bags.
6 Striped Bucket Bag
Add a nautical touch to your outfit with a striped bag. This Aldo bucket bag is made from striped canvas and features leather-look brown trims. It will cost you around $40, which is much less than what you’d be paying for similar versions by A.P.C. and Juicy Couture.
7 Zipper Bucket Bag
Add a splash of colour to your outfit with this bright orange bucket bag from Aeropostale. It has a faux leather finish and zip details to the front. A colourful bucket bag like this one would look great teamed with this season’s must-have denim dress and lace-up shoes. You can currently grab it on sale for around $10.
8 Perforated Bucket Bag
This sleek perforated bucket bag from Mango would be a versatile addition to your wardrobe. It won’t put you too much out of pocket either, costing around $40. This bucket bag is basic enough to go with all sorts of outfits and you could easily use it as an everyday handbag.
9 Structured Bucket Bag
While most of the bucket bags on this list have a slouchy design, this particular take on the trend is much more structured. Wear it to dress up a slouchy outfit or use it to top off a polished corporate look. This bag by River Island will set you back around $70 and you can find similar bags at J.Crew.
These are just a variety of bucket bags that are available at the moment. Wear them with an outfit of denim shorts and a t-shirt in summer or with skinny jeans and plenty of layers in winter. What do you think of these bucket bags?
