15 Best Canvas Tote Bags for Women 2023 — Cute Canvas Totes

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Canvas tote bags can do it all. You can use one as your work bag to carry your laptop and planner to and fro. It might also double as your gym bag for sweaty clothes and workout shoes. Perhaps you’re even using it for quick trips to the store in which you inevitably "pick up" a few more things than you intended.

If haven't already started your tote bag collection, what are you waiting for? Here, find 15 editor-vetted and approved canvas tote bags for your carry-all needs.

These rose to internet fame when the ironic boat & tote went viral, but they’ve been a tried-and-true staple for decades. ELLE.com deputy editor Claire Stern even says they’re her go-to baby shower gift because they hold up forever.

Dimensions: Height: 12 inches x width: 13 inches x depth: 6 inches (for medium size)

As a shopping editor, I’ve carried many bags of all varieties over the last few years. This Dagne Dover tote remains one of the most impressive. It comes in two great sizes, offers plenty of organization, and looks sleek.

Dimensions: Height: 11 inches x width: 14.25 inches x depth: 5.5. inches

Even if you’re not a Succession fan, this hints at the relatable TV line of the year. It's an "if you know, you know" situation.

It might be made of canvas but it can still be dyed in your favorite vibrant hue. This two-handled option comes in red, blue, cream, or black.

Dimensions: Height: 15.7 inches x width: 14.2 inches x depth: 5.9 inches

Not into burgers, fries, or martinis? Weird, but ok. Montserrat also carries quirky yet functional totes promoting, bodegas, bagels, and make-out sessions ( among others).

Hobo bags are having a high fashion moment right now. Get on board with this slouchy—and affordable—messenger from Amazon.

Dimensions: Height: 15.5 inches x width: 14.1 inches x depth: 3.5 inches

If you get this tote, we can match—tote twins! I recently picked it up for myself and am obsessed.

Dimensions: Height: 15.5 inches x width: 19.5 inches x depth: 5.5. inches

Looking for matching bags with your best friend? Or need a new set for grocery trips? Get two for the price of a single inexpensive one from Amazon.

Dimensions: Height: 15.7 inches x width: 15.7 inches x depth: 4.7 inches

No bag has ever been so perfect for your weekly trips to the library.

It's made from recycled water bottles, has a laptop sleeve, key leash, and a suitcase trolly passthrough. Oh, and a removable shoulder strap. What more do you need?

Dimensions: Height: 15.1 inches x width: 13.3 inches x depth: 4.7 inches

There's something so refreshing about designers being a bit cheeky.

Dimensions: Height: 15.7 inches x width: 14.2 inches x depth: 5.9 inches

Sure, I miss the iconic big brown bags from Bloomingdale's, but I love this sustainable swap way more.

Dimensions: Height: 15 inches x width: 12 inches x depth: 1 inch

I LOVE BAGGU. All my friends do, too, so all signs suggest you’ll be a fan as well.

Dimensions: Height: 15.75 inches x width: 11 inches x depth: 4.75 inches

Towels, sunblock, a speaker, and libations? Check, check, check, and double-check. Thank goodness you have this cute tote to act as your next best beach bag to carry it all.

Let the tote bag do all the talking.

Dimensions: Height: 16.1 inches x width: 14.7 inches x depth: 3.1 inches

Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.

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