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Looking for the perfect fall bag can be like finding a needle in a trendy haystack.
With so many options available, you can quickly get overwhelmed with buyer’s fatigue — but we promise you: The best bag is literally just around the corner, and it’s under $50. Meet the East-West bag, a retro-inspired silhouette that is the epitome of chic fall style.
East-West bags can be described as elongated horizontal styles, hence the name, with long shoulder straps jutting out from the top. The silhouette is often likened to a bowling bag, similar in almost every way beyond size. Generally speaking, these bags are not super hefty, but they’re big enough to carry your phone, wallet, keys and a few lip products for a night out.
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The East-West has been worn on the shoulders of some very trendy folks, including Rihanna with her Alaïa’s Le Teckel, Hailey Bieber a la her Ferragamo Wanda clutch and Bella Hadid with her Coach’s Empire Carryall Bag 34. While all of those East-West silhouettes are great, they’re also very expensive. If you’re looking to replicate your faves, without breaking the bank, we’ve compiled a short and sweet list of East-West styles hailing from brands like Walmart, Urban Outfitters, Target and Steve Madden that we think you’ll love.
Women Retro Top Handle Handbag in Coffee
$18.99
$26.39
28% off
A brown retro east-west bag.
This East-West style from Walmart retails for $18.99, the most inexpensive option on our list. The coffee hue is just to die for and is especially perfect for the fall season. This style is crafted of PU leather, or polyurethane leather, a synthetic material that is much more durable and than your average all-leather handbag. The material creates a luxurious finish, especially when paired with the embossed branding and retro oblong shape.
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Kimchi Blue Bow Rectangle Shoulder Bag in Red
A bright red east-west bag with bow detailing.
This Kimchi Blue offering is similarly chic but with a modern take on the classic East-West. Retailing for $39, this model comes in a bright red hue, also great for fall. The bag is made of faux leather and adorned with sweet little bow accents. The interior is lined and includes a zipper pocket that’s great for holding all the essentials. We’d likely style this bag in a more modern way with a slew of fun keychain accents. If the red hue isn’t your thing, the Kimchi Blue bag comes in four other colorways.
Steve Madden Anise Bag Bone
$49.99
$99
50% off
A cream-colored east-west bag.
If you’re not into color for fall, this Steve Madden Anise Bag in Bone is for you. Retailing for $49.99, this East-West model comes in a versatile cream hue with all the usual fixings like elongated shoulder straps and an oblong body. The bag is fixed with zipper closures and an interior pouch on the front and back wall. Once again, this bag is made of leather and synthetic materials, making it last much longer than your 100% leather bags. The Anise model is currently 50% off in two other colorways, including Fuchsia and a Light Green pistachio-esque color.
A New Day Long Handle Satchel Handbag
A brown suede east-west bag.
Nothing screams fall like suede. This East-West bag from A New Day comes from Target and retails for $30. The bag is a standard horizontal East-West model with long shoulder straps; however, it differs thanks to the brown suede composition. The textural finish adds the perfect cozy touch to the handbag. You’ve also got interior pockets and zipper closures to keep your belongings nice and secure.
Other East-West Bags We Love
Scoop Women’s Faux Snakeskin Small East West Shoulder Bag
A snakeskin east-west bag.
Apryl Shoulder Bag for Women
$29.99
$32.99
9% off
A tan east-west bag made of vegan leather.
P. Atelier Shoulder Bags for Women
An olive green east-west bag.
