During the summer, one of the things I cannot live without is a great, big “everywhere” tote.

I need a tote large enough to hold my wallet, keys, a water bottle, my son’s sand toys (shovels, bucket, 3 Thomas trains, 4 Matchbox cars) and his extra clothes, a lightweight cardigan, some snacks, a camera, and an umbrella. It also needs to have a separate little inside pocket for my iPhone and metrocard.

I have a whole bunch of totes that I’m constantly switching around, but its now time to pick up a new one, especially because my absolute favorite one from last summer – a simple, weave-embossed, white one that cost a mere $20 at H&M – is starting to look a little ratty.

While I always prefer a fine leather or exotic skin handbag with seriously gorgeous hardware, a canvas tote simply works best in the summertime. I need a bag that I can throw on the ground during picnics; one that I can easily wipe off the iced coffee I’m bound to spill on it; one that’s as practical as it is cute.

See below for some of my favorites from Mulberry, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and more - all under $125 – most under $50!!

Leopard Shopper | $50 at Topshop

Star Tote | $63 at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Ice Cream Tote | $122 at Mulberry

USA Tote | $18 at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Oversized Striped Tote | $29.99 at the Gap

Anya Hindmarch “Meat and Poultry” Tote | $98 at Net-a-porter

Floral Tote | $18 at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Persimmon Shopper | $22.99 at Payless