Jennifer Lopez Left Her Hermès Bags at Home in Exchange for a Compact Crossbody — a Bag Style Also Carried by Oprah

Mar. 15, 2025

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Jennifer Lopezjust threw us a style bone — and we will definitely bite.

On October 18, theMaid in Manhattanactress wore a cozy fall shirt and skirt set, clear heels, and a cute crossbody bag to boot. This was especially noteworthy since the 55-year-old has a track record for carrying extremely priceyhandheld bagslikeHermès Birkinsand Kellys, one of which costsat least $70,000and almost all of which are roomier than her compact choice this time around.

This isn’t the first time either: She carried a burgundy version with fringe last month and alsoaccessorized with a brighter red bagin August. So, perhaps this is the start of a style switch for the star.

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Jennifer Aniston,Oprah,Taylor Swift,Meghan Markle, andSarah Jessica Parkeralso sport the fuss-free bag style, so we went searching for similar styles that are nowhere near the price of a designer bag — shop our favorites from $18.

Roulens Crossbody Bag, $21 with coupon

Amazon

$23$21 at Amazon

Lopez’s go-to appears to be a flap bag, much like this one. It’s also round around the edges, though it has a faux leather strap instead of a metal one, which we think would be much more comfortable in the long run anyways. There’s also a built-in wallet, so you can cut down on the bulk and weight.

The Sak Tess Sling Crossbody Purse

$119$106 at Amazon

There were slimmer pickings for suede-like bags, but this one from The Sak is a real catch. The soft fabric, whichcelebs are leaning into, is “really soft yet sturdy” and holds a lot “without looking like it’s overstuffed,”according to one shopper. It’s also likeJennifer Lawrence’s banana bagin many ways, but mainly, it can be worn as two hands-free styles — a crossbody or a belt bag.

Fossil Fiona Crossbody Purse

$130$70 at Amazon

A big bag is convenient for the beach or pool, but when rushing through the airport security line, it can be more stressful than helpful — especially when the terminals are ultra-crowded. (Hello, holidays.) For organizational purposes, this Fossil bag has four pockets, one of which can be designated for a passport, I.D., and cell phone, so the whole traveling process can go much smoother.

Plus, it should last a long time: “I had this exact bag for many years, and it finally wore out and was unusable,”said one shopper. Meanwhile,a second person claimed, “This is my third Fossil bag in about 30 years. They last a long time.”

Gladdon Crossbody Bag, $18 with Prime

$25$18 at Amazon

Amelie Galanti Crossbody Bag, $21 with coupon

$25$21 at Amazon

Befen Crossbody Bag

$42 at Amazon

Westbronco Crossbody Bag

$30 at Amazon

Fossil Lennox Leather Flap Crossbody Purse

$195$146 at Amazon

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