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I'm Telling Everyone I Know to Shop These Under-$200 Bags for Back-to-School Season
Back-to-school season has arrived, and with it comes the urge to hit reset on your wardrobe. Even though my school days are far behind me, investing in new pieces this time of year feels like a rite of passage, specifically when you find accessories that fit the bill. I'm an advocate for a great new bag. It has the power to pull an entire look together whether you're commuting to the office, heading to class, or simply looking to make your everyday uniform feel a little more polished. And if you're a mom sending your kids back to school, you might want to consider a fresh new bag for pickup and drop-off.
Charles & Keith has become a go-to for fashion people in the know who want a stylish new accessory under $200. The brand consistently delivers elevated silhouettes that tap into the season's biggest handbag trends—from sleek, slouchy styles and structured top-handles to roomy carryalls and versatile shoulder bags—all with a designer-inspired feel and an approachable price point. In fact, every bag below rings in under $150, making it easy to refresh your fall wardrobe without blowing your budget. Whether you're looking for an everyday tote that fits your laptop, a polished shoulder bag you'll wear on repeat, or a statement style that instantly elevates jeans and a blazer, these Charles & Keith bags are worth adding to your cart this back-to-school season.
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Nayiri is Who What Wear's Commercial Strategy Director for Branded Content and is based in her hometown, Los Angeles. It all began in 2014 when she landed an internship at the company and never looked back. While she does love writing her fair share of fashion stories, her heart really belongs in the brainstorm room, where she has fun strategizing different ways to create content with our fashion partners so that you engage with the brands you know and love. If she had to pick one person's wardrobe to raid, it would be Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's, and she also has a major obsession with interior design. She's a mom to a girl named Sophie, and she fully plans on training her to spot fashion trends by the time she's 10.
