The Best Designer Makeup Bag in 2024

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Bottega Veneta

Leather Intrecciato Beauty Pouch

Bottega Veneta

Leather Intrecciato Beauty Pouch

Pros

• Secure zip closure
• Made entirely of leather

You may be tempted to use this makeup pouch as an actual handbag—it’s that good. Featuring Bottega Veneta’s signature intrecciato detailing, this Italian-made bag has plenty of space for foundation, setting spray, and more.

Burberry

Vintage Check Medium Cosmetics Pouch

Burberry

Vintage Check Medium Cosmetics Pouch

Pros

• Earth-friendly

Burberry superfans will love toting around this patterned cosmetics bag from the brand, which is made from nearly 30 percent renewable natural resources. It also nicely features leather trim and durable cotton lining, just in case something happens to spill.

Saint Laurent

Gaby Vanity Case

Saint Laurent

Gaby Vanity Case

Pros

• Quilted texture for extra durability

Another makeup bag that can double as a stylish clutch, this vanity case from YSL zips all the way around to maximize storage space. It also has a sturdy leather top handle that makes it easy to take on the go.

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MCM

Rockstar Vanity Case

MCM

Rockstar Vanity Case

Pros

• Leather top handle

This spacious, coated-canvas vanity case is named Rockstar for a reason: Its versatility makes it a standout in a sea of makeup bags. The case is so stylish, it’s practically begging to be worn as a crossbody bag, and contains an interior slip pocket for extra storage.

Coach

Essential Vanity Case

Coach

Essential Vanity Case

Pros

• Versatile

You can store makeup bottles upright in this roomy vanity case from Coach. Plus, it features a handy internal pocket for smaller items, like falsies or makeup sponges, along with a built-in mirror that is perfect for evening out your eyeliner.

Tom Ford

Soleil Cosmetics Bag

Tom Ford

Soleil Cosmetics Bag

Pros

• Minimal

Inspired by wintry St. Moritz, Switzerland, this limited-edition leather cosmetics pouch has a no-frills design that is suitable for any fashion minimalist. It also happens to pack away nicely in a tote bag or carry-on.

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Gucci

Metallic Printed Coated-Canvas Cosmetic Case

Gucci

Metallic Printed Coated-Canvas Cosmetic Case

Pros

• Durable

Cons

• Not ideal for storing larger bottles

Gucci’s branded cosmetics bag is almost too luxe to use on a regular basis. But since it’s made with long-lasting coated-canvas jacquard, we’re betting it will only look better with age.

Chloé

Tan Sense Makeup Pouch

Chloé

Tan Sense Makeup Pouch

Now 56% Off

Cons

• Not ideal for storing larger bottles

Right now, you can get Chloé’s embroidered makeup bag on sale for over $300 off, which is just one reason it’s worth adding to your collection. Its petite, half-moon shape also won’t take up too much real estate on your bathroom sink, and nicely features a gilded zip closure.

Celine

Square Vanity Case

Celine

Square Vanity Case

Pros

• Removable mirror

Just like many of Celine’s accessories, this vanity case from the brand is handsomely made. It includes an elastic interior pocket, as well as plenty of space for your most important jars, bottles, brushes, and sprays.

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Ulla Johnson

Imogen Large Makeup Pouch

Ulla Johnson

Imogen Large Makeup Pouch

Now 62% Off

Pros

• Travel-friendly

Since this pouch nicely includes a strap, we won’t judge if you opt to literally wear your makeup favorites on you for easy midday touch-ups—especially since it likely matches just about everything in your closet.

Tory Burch

Virginia Cosmetic Case

Tory Burch

Virginia Cosmetic Case

Pros

• Travel-friendly

This cosmetics case from Tory Burch is ideal for anyone who likes to keep their makeup and tools organized, since it includes two interior mesh zip compartments, along with a slip pocket.

Dior

30 Montaigne Beauty Pouch

Dior

30 Montaigne Beauty Pouch

Just imagine reaching for your Lip Glow Oil in this makeup bag. Dior’s Italian-made 30 Montaigne pouch fits perfectly inside the house’s Book Tote and includes its eye-catching oblique pattern for ultimate luxury.

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Longchamp

Essential Toile Cosmetic Case

Longchamp

Essential Toile Cosmetic Case

Pros

• Made of durable cotton canvas

If you’re in search of a designer makeup bag that feels sophisticated yet simple, look no further than this wristlet option from Longchamp. Its flat, rectangular shape is ideal for stashing eye shadow palettes and compacts with ease.

Smythson

Cosmetic Case

Smythson

Cosmetic Case

Pros

• Oil-resistant, satin-finish lining

Smythson’s cosmetic case is crafted with the same care and durability as the brand’s beloved notebooks and accessories. As an added bonus, it can also be personalized with up to five letters, in case you’re looking for a thoughtful makeup gift for a friend or family member.

The Row

Clovis Toiletry Pouch Bag

The Row

Clovis Toiletry Pouch Bag

This minimal nylon, polyester, and leather pouch from the Row is quiet luxury personified. It can also be carried both vertically or horizontally, depending on your preference, thanks to a handy exterior strap.

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Hermès

Escale Case

Hermès

Escale Case

Pros

• Wool felt insert to hold makeup brushes

Cons

• Not ideal for storing larger bottles

Hermès’s compact makeup case nicely contains a waterproof lining to guard against accidents, and is available in three charming pastel colors. It’s also made with a lambskin piping finish that takes its craftsmanship to the next level.

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Tiffany Dodson is currently the associate beauty commerce editor at Harper’s Bazaar, where she specializes in trend forecasting, building relationships with major and emerging brands, and crafting shopping stories—from holiday gift guides to product road tests. Tiffany's work has previously been featured in outlets like SELF, Bustle, and Teen Vogue, and she's been quoted as a commerce and beauty expert in publications and platforms like The Business of Fashion and NPR’s Life Kit podcast.

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