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Finding the right bag for a night out is actually pretty imperative, because nothing kills a good time like lugging that giant tote you take everywhere around a crowded dance floor.
You need one that’s just big enough for the important stuff — like your wallet, keys, and phone — but small enough to not get in the way. Clutches are out, because they’re both annoying (you have to hold them) and impractical (carrying one under your arm is a surefire way to lose it).
The compromise comes in the form of a preferably tiny crossbody, a style we lovingly refer to as the “club bag” — perfect for keeping your essentials right where you need them and your hands free for drinks (or throwing in the air when prompted).
Here, we’ve rounded up ten of the best.
Rebecca Minkoff Mab Camera Bag, $175.
Elizabeth and James Eloise Mini Leather Shoulder Bag, $395.
H&M Shoulder Bag, $13.
Loeffler Randall Crossbody Bag, $195.
Kara Micro Textured Leather Shoulder Bag, $350.
Versus Black Studded Medallion Bag, $182.
Matt & Nat Triplet Pimento, $90.
ASOS Suede Snake Embossed Ring Detail Cross Body Bag, $48.
3.1 Phillip Lim Micro Alix Crossbody Bag, $550.
Robert Clergerie Pink Snap Bag, $198.