The Perfect Work Bag for Women

Is almost impossible to find!

I know because I've searched for decades. Only recently have I found some quality options. I bring this up because the Wall Street Journal writes about the conundrum working women face when schlepping around their work items, along with their personal stuff in a solid bag that is functional yet stylish.

The woman profiled, Silicon Valley executive Kim DeCarlis, seems quite the practical professional carrying a medicine kit, eye mask and ear plugs in her surprisingly fun Johnston & Murphy computer bag.

Gucci Soho Shoulder Bag aka the Kitchen Sink Bag

I jaunt across North Texas from sports facilities to my story shoots to Mother's Day Out carpool lines. I have a bag that goes everywhere and carries everything: my Gucci Soho Shoulder Bag.

Gucci Soho Metallic Leather Shoulder Bag

It comes in a variety of colors. The metallic color is chic and versatile, too. I call it a Kitchen Sink Bag because it would truly hold that and more while still being stylish enough to take someplace fun and not scream "WORKING MOTHER WITH A SIPPY CUP IN BAG!" Candidly, I think if it came between the husband and the bag, the bag would win.

Sophie Hulme Leather Tote

I am also in love with the Sophie Hulme Leather Tote. It's professional, structured and holds my iPad, notebooks, cell phone makeup and jumbo bottle of hairspray. I get more compliments on this bag than any I have ever carried. Both men and women comment on it. It also comes in tan and burgundy. Just gorgeous.

Quality Work Bags Under $400
Both of those purses are investments but I will use them for years to come. Here are some stylish options for under $400. Still some major bucks, yes, but for something you will use daily, this is money well-spent.