Olivia Wilde has it in the bag — and by it, we mean everything, because she’s a tote-carrying gal.
We couldn’t help but notice that Wilde is always toting (pun intended) the Merci Canvas Candide Shopping Bag as of late. The Don’t Worry Darling star has been spotted carrying it at least 13 times this year. The universal bag is fit for almost every occasion, not to mention it can hold a ton of items — a must when you’re always on the go like she is.
A canvas tote like Wilde’s can support everything from a good-sized grocery haul to office supplies like a laptop, notepad, tablet, and accessories for working from a coffee shop. It eliminates the need to switch bags between the office and the gym, for example, because it can likely carry everything needed for both outings. Even on weekends, a tote like Wilde’s comes in clutch for trips to the beach or a picnic lunch at the park.
Everyone needs a reliable, go-to tote, preferably one like Wilde’s that’s made of a sturdy material that lasts and has enough pockets to keep things organized. Her red-trimmed satchel is $160, but we found some comparable, more affordable options that are just as cute and functional starting at $12.
Canvas Tote Bags Inspired by Olivia Wilde
Dalix Open Top Heavy Duty Deluxe Tote Bag
This tote from Amazon most closely resembles Wilde’s, and reminds us of the L.L.Bean Boat Tote that Reese Witherspoon always carries. It’s made of a washable cotton canvas, and it has a pop of red trim that gives it a trendy look and an external pocket for quick access to essentials like your keys and wallet.
If red doesn’t suit your vibe, the bag is also available in eight other colors including blue, green, and plain beige. More than 3,500 reviewers have given it five stars, and one person said it’s “almost bottomless,” making the tote ideal for everything from an overnight trip to the beach to the grocery store.
TopDesign Stylish Canvas Tote Bag with External Pocket
If you like the look of Wilde’s reusable tote but prefer something more secure (hers only has a button closure), this one looks very similar but has a zippered top to keep all of your items safely inside through even the most turbulent travel. It’s extra large to fit many events’ worth of belongings and has that nifty external pocket for quick access. The manufacturer warns against machine washing it, as the process could cause significant shrinkage.
Lands’ End Zip Top Canvas Tote Bag
Like the above bag, this one from Lands’ End also has a zipper closure, along with three special bonuses: The bag stands on its own, so you don’t have to fight it falling over or worry about hanging it up, has a water-repellent trim, and can hold up to 500 pounds without breaking. One reviewer said their family has had the same Lands’ End tote for 20 years and it could “go another 20 years easily.”
Clearly, Olivia Wilde carries her tote as often as she does for good reason — you can join the club by shopping more of our favorite canvas tote bags below.
Organic Cotton Mart Extra Large Canvas Tote Bag, $20 with coupon
Covelin Retro Large Size Canvas Shoulder Bag
Lily Queen Canvas Tote
Kate Spade New York Canvas Tote Bag