As an editor who seemingly always needs an extra tote bag to fit everything I require for the day, there’s nothing I want more than a chic carryall that a) actually holds everything but the kitchen sink, and b) looks polished enough to take everywhere—from the office, to press appointments, to dinner with friends after work. I know what you’re thinking: I’m searching for a unicorn. But after years of road-testing luxury bags for a living, I can confirm it’s not a mythical creature I’ve been chasing at all—it’s Strathberry’s Kite Hobo Bag and it's now in the Black Friday sales.
The Edinburgh-based brand has perfected the art of creating bags that sit at the intersection of form and function, and the Kite Hobo is the clearest example of that. The silhouette is softly structured, giving it a relaxed drape on the shoulder without ever feeling slouchy or shapeless. Inside, it’s surprisingly roomy—big enough for a laptop, makeup pouch, notebook, spare jumper and the umbrella for the inevitable downpour. If you want even more space, opt for the maxi which is equally as chic and refined thanks to Strathberry’s signature gold bar hardware, which gives the design a jewellery-like finish.
Liv Perez wearing the on-sale Strathberry Bag.
What truly seals the deal is its versatility. The Kite Hobo works as hard as you do: it elevates office tailoring, adds polish to weekend denim and brings quiet luxury energy to evening looks. Available in everything from fine-grain black leather to rich suede tones like chocolate and tan, each version feels timeless rather than trend-driven. And with the rare Black Friday sale currently running, it’s one of the few investment bags that feels both practical and genuinely exciting to buy. Now available for 25% off, the maxi is down to £434 from £575, while the regular is down to £373 from £495.
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The larger size will accommodate your laptop, notebook and all the essentials. The chocolate suede maxi delivers that looser, more relaxed silhouette without losing the polish.
Soft suede meets sleek jewellery-inspired hardware in this tan iteration of the Kite Hobo. Handcrafted in Spain, the bag features Strathberry’s signature “Music Bar” closure and one shoulder strap, making it effortlessly chic for everyday wear.
The black version is the elevated, polished cornerstone your wardrobe has been waiting for.
Deep, rich and decidedly sophisticated, the oxblood Kite Hobo offers a subtle injection of colour while retaining timeless elegance.
For those who favour warm tones, the espresso version strikes the perfect balance between neutral and depth.
If you need something versatile and spacious enough for work, travel or everyday life—this capacious tote in black leather is it.
Warm caramel tones paired with quality leather give this version an inviting, understated luxury.
The tan-suede is the bag for quiet-luxury lovers who favour texture, tone and elevated simplicity.
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This Mosaic bag draws inspiration from Scottish mosaic artistry to create a clean, panelled leather body with contrast vanilla stitching. So chic.
With its sculpted silhouette, the Crescent Moon bag merges architectural design with everyday elegance.
This drawstring version of the Charlotte bag in rich chocolate suede brings texture into the mix.
The croc-embossed leather and rich burgundy colour give the Georgia Mini depth and a subtle dose of colour that still reads chic.
A graceful slouch and clean silhouette with the kind of designer detailing you’d expect of Strathberry.
A quiet-luxury statement bag that complements tonal winter layers, tailored coats or a minimalist dress rather than overpowering them.
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