A hobo bag is a handbag or purse featuring a crescent shape and slouchy posture. They typically have a long strap and sit at the hip. Hobo bags are named after the handmade satchels used by the migrating, unhoused workers at the end of the 19th century. These traveling trade people tied cloth to sticks to carry their belongings while looking for work.
Hobo bags generally feature ample storage space without structure or extra compartments. The casual and versatile look of hobo bags for women makes them easy to dress up or down. Carry items like notebooks and pens or lipstick and compact cases without adding bulk to your look. Sellers on Etsy have created eye-catching collections of everything from vintage hobo bags to minimalist modern designs and everything in between.