The Best Mens Crossbody Bags for Sightseeing, Hiking, and Island Hopping

We can always count on Uniqlo to bring us budget-friendly options across nearly every fashion category—and it’s stuff we actually covet. Case in point: We are very into the rounded bucket-like shape (peep that fun drawstring closure) of this wear-with-everything bag, which is part of the brand’s collaboration with renowned designer Clare Waight Keller. The water-repellant fabric has a soft, slouchy quality that epitomizes that relaxed minimalism we’re always chasing after. We also love the colors they come in: the black and gray are perfect neutrals but the beige and sage green will brighten up any outfit. And the price can’t be beat.

If you’re going to splurge on a crossbody bag, we suggest looking into a brand that specializes in high-quality leather accessories, like the UK’s Mulberry, which has been around since the 1970s. We love the supple and grainy leather on the smaller version of its iconic Antony bag. It’s at once luxe and durable, which means you can wear it for a day of sightseeing as well as for a fancy dinner out. The bag is also the perfect size for carrying your everyday necessities: The main compartment, which can be closed with Mulberry’s trademark Postman lock, is large enough for your passport, phone, a small wallet, a lip balm, and a few other knick-knacks. And in the front slot pocket, slip in your hotel key card for easy access.

Dakine might be best known for its rugged and durable adventure and sports equipment. We love that the Field Bag, made with recycled polyester, is coated with a water-repellant finish to protect your valuables. And inside, there are different types of pockets to keep you organized including an elastic phone and cable holder. And best of all, you can reconfigure the straps to turn this crossbody bag into a hip pack. We love the value, too. You can definitely find cheaper crossbody bags on the market, but will they do all of that?

If you’re looking for a bag that looks different from the rest, why not go for one that looks like a puffer jacket? The water-resistant colorblocked exterior (made of nylon ripstop) definitely evokes winter outerwear, an unexpected take we love. But all the expected technical features are there, including the roomy interior, multiple pockets, and the adjustable straps. We also appreciate that this has a larger main compartment. At over 10 inches tall, it can probably hold a small umbrella or water bottle.

You can always count on Tumi to make sleek, sturdy accessories. (We know you’ve seen its backpacks and carry-ons in airports all over the world.) A collaboration with sportscar maestro McLaren gives this compact crossbody bag an entirely more high-tech and sporty aesthetic. The sculptural all-black exterior plus the stripe grosgrain strap beautifully capture the functional precision both brands are known for. It’s pretty small so don’t expect to fit much but a couple of additional slip pockets (inside and outside) will help keep you organized. And the straps are entirely removable so you could rock this as a cool handheld pouch if the vibes call for it.

Vancouver’s premier athleisure brand seems to have cornered the crossbody market recently by churning out, season after season, the easy-to-wear bags we all want to carry. We’re currently partial to this multi-pocket carry-all because of the seamless combination of style and substance: The 2.5–liter size is perfect for everyday use and we don’t need to live in Vancouver to appreciate the water-repellent recycled polyester. But it’s really the endless amounts of pockets (from the magnetic close front flap pocket, the interior zip pocket, the one in the back) that have convinced us that this might be Lulu’s best crossbody bag yet.

Impossibly cool NYC brands Bags in Progress and Engineered Garments have partnered up on the crossbody tote of our dreams. The glossy quilted faux-leather is guaranteed to elevate all your travel outfits, whether it’s that comfy airport go-to or the classic jeans-and-a-tee combo you might wear to a day of museum-hopping. And because the bag is water-repellant and spacious (with lots of interior and exterior pockets), we love this bag for beach vacations, too. Imagine rocking up for boat day with this—stuffed with sunscreen, snacks, a book—across your chest.

Brooklyn-based accessory brand Baggu is known for its brightly colored utilitarian bags, and this sporty crossbody is no different. The main bag is the perfect size for toting around more than you would need for a day out. There’s also the roomy slot pocket for anything you might want handy, like a phone. The front zip-pocket is there for items you want to keep secured. The bag comes in a variety of materials, colors, and patterns. But we love the unexpected denim. Plus, the strap is adjustable and entirely removable so you can also this as an organizational pouch.

The eye-catching patchwork of leather will certainly make every outfit, but it’s subtle enough to complement most of what you’ve packed in your capsule wardrobe. But beyond its good looks and the trusted quality from Coach, this is actually quite the practical crossbody bag. There are two main zip-close compartments: one for your everyday must-carries and the other is designed with card slots so you can easily pull out credit, ID, and hotel key cards. The bag also comes with a round pouch for things like earbuds or your lip balm.

We love this waterproof bag for a day out somewhere tropical, like if you’re hiking to a beach or are island hopping in Thailand. It’s big enough to carry sunscreen plus your day-to-day essentials, and there’s enough room in there to stuff a bucket hat, some snacks, and a pair of trunks. And if you fall into the water or get splashed, well, you don’t have to worry about what’s in the bag.

The best thing about this water bottle holder from Calpak is that it can carry more than just a bottle. There are multiple other pockets where you can store other must-haves. So, yeah, you can stick your water, tea, or wine bottle in the main compartment, but there’s extra storage space left for other small essentials you need with you. And when you’re not using the largest pocket for a bottle, you can use the drawstring closure to protect whatever you’ve got in there.

What’s great about this tote bag is how seamlessly it will become part of your daily life thanks to its easy-to-use features. For instance, the adjustable strap has a padded section that offers more comfort on your shoulders. There’s a top handle, too, in case you’d rather carry it by hand. The medium size is also the ideal personal item size when flying as it will fit nicely under the seat in front of you. And the exterior slot pocket is the perfect place to drop your passport or phone. Bonus: The bag is lined with a durable water-resistant thermoplastic, which means you never have to worry about getting your stuff wet.

When you only need a few things on you, go for this leather phone case crossbody. As tiny as it looks, it’s actually designed to be very efficient: The main compartment can hold almost every phone model out there, there’s a zippered pocket for items you want to secure, and the back slot where you can slip in your metro card and a few bills.

This sturdy canvas bag is called a traveler crossbody, but the shape of it is actually better suited for work. The main compartment can fit notebooks, folders, and a laptop. And the spacious exterior pockets will easily hold essentials like your phone, charging accessories, and much more. But the more modern, casual vibe means you can use it for pretty much anything else, including travel (for work or pleasure).

If you want your crossbody to look more like a fanny pack, the minimalism of this canvas bag from Brevite is perfect. It’s got that classic shape, it’s lined with protective nylon, there’s an interior pocket for a bit of organization, and a back zip pocket, too. The adjustable strap means you can wear it across your chest or around the waist.