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8 Stylish Gym Bags You Can Carry Anywhere

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You already have enough excuses sabotaging your New Year’s resolution to get fit: you’re busy at work, you’re feeling tired, there’s a new episode of The Bachelor on TV. So don’t let an ugly duffel bag that you’re too embarrassed to carry in public hold you back from logging a sweat session. The gym bag you use to tote around your clothes, sneakers, and toiletries should be so stylish that you want to show it off—and inspire you to go work out, of course. The best gym bags for women are fashionable enough to carry from the office to the gym to dinner out, and everywhere in between. They’re also spacious enough to fit everything you need comfortably, and made of durable materials built to last. Here are our 8 top picks for 2017; which is your favorite?

1. MZ Wallace Medium Metro Oxford Nylon Tote

Walk into any New York City gym, and you’re bound to see a woman carrying an MZ Wallace tote. Workout fiends love these bags because they’re roomy, lightweight, durable, available in tons of colors and prints, and fashionable enough to carry everywhere you go.

To buy: $215; nordstrom.com

2. Lululemon All Day Tote

This not-so-basic black bag features a durable, water resistant exterior, and a removable pouch to help keep you organized.

To buy: $128; lululemon.com

3. Herschel Supply Co. Heritage Backpack

This backpack is built to last—the rugged canvas is reinforced with a faux-leather bottom. Padded straps ensure comfort no matter how heavy your load.

To buy: $60; nordstrom.com

4. Athleta Totes Dorbs Deux

Adjust the long strap to be worn across your body or over your shoulder, or carry it briefcase-style by the handle.

To buy: $78; athleta.com

5. Longchamp Large Le Pliage Tote

This water-resistant nylon tote is available in 11 colors. It’s spacious, easy to clean, and will last you forever.

To buy: $145; nordstrom.com

6. American Eagle Street level Zipper Tote

This super-roomy, faux-leather purse measures 19 inches wide and 15 inches tall, so it can easily double as a gym bag.

To buy: $37.46, americaneagle.com

7. Olivia & Joy Raglan Ath Tote

A large main compartment easily holds your clothes, shoes, and toiletries, while a slide-through panel stores your yoga mat with ease. Constructed from 100% ripstop nylon.

To buy: $60; six02.com

8. Fjällräven Kånken Water Resistant Backpack

Available since the ’70s, this Scandinavian-designed bag is a classic because it blends functionality with a contemporary and stylish silhouette. Available in 14 colors.

To buy: $75; nordstrom.com

This article originally appeared on Health.com

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