Elevate Your In-Office Looks With This Polished Shoulder Bag (That Holds It All)

Even after you’ve landed a dream role, the path to promotion can make every day feel like an audition, with all of the “dressing the part” scrutiny that it entails. If there’s one must-have weapon for your office wardrobe, it’s a really great bag — and you truly can’t beat Coach’s latest offering, the Brooklyn Bag 39. A refined translation of early aughts style, this supple leather shoulder bag will elevate all your in-office looks (and hold it all during the commute).

The Brooklyn bag is featured in Coach’s new fall campaign entitled “Unlock Your Courage” — which stars the likes of Elle Fanning, Charles Melton, Nazha, and Youngji Lee. The campaign explores situations where it’s easy to become overwhelmed by perception; an audition, in Fanning’s case, imagines the ways in which a gorgeously made Brooklyn bag can be both tool and talisman when the stakes are high. The effortless, minimalist style of the Brooklyn bag feels polished yet relaxed; perfect for bringing to an interview or the office when you want to project confidence without sacrificing authenticity, and it easily transitions to happy hour once you’re off the clock.

The Season’s Must-Have Carryall

As the fashion world leans into the artfully undone ruffles and lace of the boho revival, the slouchy bag has become a must-have accessory; a way of grounding ethereal shapes and fabrics while maintaining a relaxed sensibility. A pitch-perfect iteration of the latest in handbag trends, Coach’s Brooklyn 39 also happens to be incredibly compatible with office life. Roomy enough to fit essentials, including a 15-inch laptop, and offered in a range of versatile neutrals, this hobo bag can update existing pieces of your wardrobe and coordinate with the aesthetic of new additions over time.

Shop The Collection

There’s bound to be a version of the Brooklyn bag that’s ideal for your particular wardrobe. Whether you choose the bold statement-making black, versatile, cool-toned stone, or buttery tan, each shade serves up a slightly different version of carefree energy — scroll on to see why the Brooklyn bag is on every insider's fall shopping list.

1. This Classic Black Bag For Making A Bold Statement

At once classic and bold, this black shade is an ideal choice for office looks — the strong tone can hold its own among the structured silhouettes of button-down shirts and matching suits so common to the workplace. The striking color contrasts with the bag’s slouchy center, pulling out the sharper tapered corners at the base of the bag, while the single shoulder strap contributes an almost minimalist sensibility — without robbing the bag of its creative energy. In black, it’s the ideal way to inject some carefree, of-the-moment style into your office looks without going full early-aughts Sienna Miller — and you can continue to add bohemian-inspired pieces as your workwear wardrobe evolves.

2. A Cool-Toned Stone That Goes With Everything

The benefit of versatility cannot be overstated when it comes to an office wardrobe — capsule dressing saves time and creates a signature look. You’ll find that this cool-toned stone goes with everything in your closet; it’s deep enough that it won’t be overpowered by black, and soft enough to set against the florals and fluttery lace of the latest trends. As practical in terms of structure as it is in terms of color, the Brooklyn has oodles of room for a commuter’s essentials. A 15-inch laptop can comfortably fit inside, along with a water bottle and notebook, and an inner snap pocket separates smaller items like your phone and keys; the magnetic snap closure makes it a cinch to access contents.

3. This Of-The-Moment Buttery Tan

Lighter and warmer than the stone shade shown above, this buttery tan colorway is ideal for transitioning an office wardrobe from warm to cool, or vice versa. It’s just as easy to imagine this hue paired with pale tones and florals as with a deeply-hued corduroy. Each of the Brooklyn bags are crafted from natural grain leather for durability that will stand the test of time.As you wear the bag from season to season, the high-quality leather will continue to relax and gain personality — not unlike the gradual evolution of one’s personal style.

More From The Collection

While the Brooklyn would make a chic addition to any work wardrobe, be sure to check out the rest of the Coach fall collection, particularly the pieces curated for Fanning’s audition theme. It brims with stylish pieces to round out your office wardrobe. Look for a luxuriously boxy cardigan, glossy patent ankle boot, and a leather skirt worthy of the corner office, as well as the Brooklyn 39’s little sister, the Brooklyn 28 offered in a more compact size. Each piece is crafted with the heritage-quality details that make the brand so collectible.