Cross-body bags are alive and well this year – and every year for that matter. But why should you substitute your tote for a smaller version? Well, simply because it’s practical, hands-free, but most of all, completely in.

Granted, this trend usually conjures up images of tourists sightseeing in bucket hats and white socks, but if you put aside the otherwise cringe-worthy old visuals, you’ll come to realize that cross-body bags are incredibly chic, not to mention absolutely functional. Our favorite street-style stars have gone out of their way to show us that the bolder the bag, the better. To top it all off, these beauties work just right with literally everything – from your daywear attire to your evening look. And hey, since your summer events are surely bubbling up, what better way to seal the deal than with a good-old cross-body bag?

Yes, these hero pieces will take you from day to night in elegance and style. Still don’t know what to get? The Photo Gallery will surely be of help!

Cindy Menassa