{"id":99618,"date":"2016-08-23T17:01:34","date_gmt":"2016-08-23T22:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=99618"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:29:50","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T15:29:50","slug":"briefcase-for-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/briefcase-for-women\/","title":{"rendered":"A briefcase for the modern woman (4 awesome ideas under $50)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>We recently covered work bags \u2014 you know, the big bag\/purse that holds your essentials + a laptop, notepad and maybe a few project files. If you&#8217;re craving more structure than a tote or backpack, then a briefcase may be just the thing. A briefcase for women, you ask? I know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/leather-briefcase\/\">&#8220;briefcase&#8221;<\/a> is&nbsp;something of a dated word with masculine undertones, but hey, so what.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The briefcase does work for the modern fashionista, and I&#8217;ve got four affordable options below to prove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Slouchy boho<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This bag is stylish and has a bit of an&nbsp;old-world vibe. The brown and green are an earthy combination, and the two textures, canvas, and faux leather look awesome with the gold buckles, handle, and detachable strap links. Inside you&#8217;ll find four pockets and enough room for a laptop and more. The outside zipper pocket is perfect for a small wallet or even a notebook. This bag also comes with a removable strap for extra functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1208\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_.jpeg\" alt=\"Green briefcase for women\" class=\"wp-image-122764\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_-300x242.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_-768x618.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_-500x403.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/81Y29g08eSL._SL1500_-370x297.jpeg 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><figcaption>Hynes Eagle Retro Business Briefcase, $49.99,&nbsp;Amazon.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Workplace royalty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This beauty case comes with a wallet,&nbsp;it&#8217;s extremely feminine and&nbsp;it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/mini-handbag\/\">can double as one of your regular handbags<\/a>. Things I love about this bag:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"text-align: left;\">The high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/how-to-wear-a-leather-skirt-in-summer\/\">faux leather<\/a> is luxurious and will bring life to your whole overall look.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: left;\">The gold contrast is regal and very classy.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: left;\">The gray <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/top-6-summer-handbags-youll-want-to-carry\/\">wallet<\/a> is perfect for a quick lunch trip.<\/li><li style=\"text-align: left;\">The top zipper closure on the main briefcase&nbsp;adds some added security to your most personal belongings.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The bag is available in five amazingly vibrant colors. &nbsp;Because it&#8217;s so versatile and dynamic, you&#8217;ll use&nbsp;it for weekends, day trips or date nights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1101\" height=\"1101\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e.jpeg\" alt=\"Bright blue box bag big enough for a laptop\" class=\"wp-image-122765\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e.jpeg 1101w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e-450x450.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Dasein-Rolled-Handle-Faux-Buffalo-Briefcase-with-Removable-Shoulder-Strap-Buckle-Wallet-502c6c4b-8ca9-4107-9e45-06775433679e-65x65.jpeg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1101px) 100vw, 1101px\" \/><figcaption>Dasein Faux Buffalo Briefcase with Removable Shoulder Strap and Buckle Wallet, $44.99,&nbsp;Overstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The little black number<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you believe the workplace isn&#8217;t a runway, I&#8217;m&nbsp;with you. A&nbsp;classic black briefcase can make a strong statement, too. The quilted pattern on the outside makes this bag a sturdy choice for your belongings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"633\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/kate-spade-bag.png\" alt=\"Quilted nylon laptop bag\" class=\"wp-image-122766\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/kate-spade-bag.png 633w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/kate-spade-bag-285x300.png 285w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/kate-spade-bag-427x450.png 427w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/cx8dfrh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kate Spade New York Commuter Bag, $126, Nordstrom<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g id=\"wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\" fill=\"none\" clip-path=\"url(#clip0_31_188)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M9.16724 14.8891L20.1672 3.88908\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M13.4497 3.53554L20.5208 3.53554L20.5208 10.6066\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M17.5 13.5L17.5 16.26C17.5 17.4179 17.5 17.9968 17.2675 18.4359C17.0799 18.7902 16.7902 19.0799 16.4359 19.2675C15.9968 19.5 15.4179 19.5 14.26 19.5L7.74 19.5C6.58213 19.5 6.0032 19.5 5.56414 19.2675C5.20983 19.0799 4.92007 18.7902 4.73247 18.4359C4.5 17.9968 4.5 17.4179 4.5 16.26L4.5 9.74C4.5 8.58213 4.5 8.0032 4.73247 7.56414C4.92007 7.20983 5.20982 6.92007 5.56414 6.73247C6.0032 6.5 6.58213 6.5 7.74 6.5L11 6.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        <\/g>\r\n                        <defs>\r\n                            <clipPath id=\"clip0_31_188\">\r\n                                <rect fill=\"white\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\/>\r\n                            <\/clipPath>\r\n                        <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ll have&nbsp;everything&nbsp;you need, including laptop space and a tiny pocket for small necessities such as keys or lip balm. The inside features accordian-style organization \u2014 after the laptop pocket you get an iPod compartment, plus&nbsp;another compartment perfect for a folder or an extra shirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Boxy and colorful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nicole Lee has brought back the hard, square briefcase with a fresh, feminine&nbsp;brown. If you want to make a statement, try this boxy option&nbsp;that calls back to its 18th-century ancestors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside, you&#8217;ll find a vast open space, perfect for work or travel belongings. If you have something you can put inside to secure your electronics, do it. Or, enjoy that&nbsp;unsecured space as a home for folders, extra clothes, snacks and a wallet. If there is a statement briefcase, this is it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282.jpeg\" alt=\"Boxed briefcase for women\" class=\"wp-image-122763\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282-450x450.jpeg 450w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/1dec06dee02d7e597894cb2905a65282-65x65.jpeg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/jet.com\/product\/detail\/c19c998a9ff3471180fd65a53b302cdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nicole Lee Adela Embossed 14-inch Briefcase, $40.79,&nbsp;Jet.com<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>Do you believe in briefcases, or does your &#8220;big purse&#8221; do the trick? Do you have a bag you use just for work? Comment below!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We recently covered work bags \u2014 you know, the big bag\/purse that holds your essentials + a laptop, notepad and maybe a few project files. If you&#8217;re craving more structure than a tote or backpack, then a briefcase may be just the thing. A briefcase for women, you ask? I know &#8220;briefcase&#8221; is&nbsp;something of a&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/briefcase-for-women\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">A briefcase for the modern woman (4 awesome ideas under $50)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":854,"featured_media":99663,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"","neve_meta_content_width":0,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[2221,129,137],"class_list":["post-99618","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fashion-trends","tag-accessories","tag-handbags-purses","tag-work-wear"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":99663,"thumbnail_uri":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/briefcaseforwomen-300x242.jpg"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/99618","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/854"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=99618"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/99618\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/99663"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=99618"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=99618"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=99618"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}