What’s a ‘Boatkin’ Bag? Meet the Chic Carryall That’s Begging for a Spot in Your Late-Summer Wardrobe

When you think of an Hermès Birkin and an L.L.Bean Boat and Tote, chances are you think the two well-known styles belong to different customers. However, the brand Hathaway Hutton, founded by Jen Risk, put the two together to create the tote bag design of our dreams — now officially known as the ‘Boatkin’ bag. She told The New York Times that it’s “quiet luxury with a smirk.”

To secure a Boatkin bag, customers can provide their own Boat and Tote, and the company will turn it into a Boatkin for $1,200, or you can leave it all to Hathaway Hutton for $1,600. If you’re like Us and find that price far out of budget, listen up. We searched the internet to find the Boatkin bag style at a lower price, and we landed on the following designer-inspired picks. Our favorites are incredibly chic and within budget (you’re welcome).

Designer-Inspired Boatkin Bags

1. Our Favorite: For a mini version that you can grab and go, this green and cream option can be carried as a top-handle or looped on your arm. Believe it or not, it features eight pockets for easy organization.

2. Super Spacious: Use it as a tote bag, diaper bag or beach bag, this large canvas pick can carry it all. It comes in red, black, navy, cream and other colors to match your personal style.

3. For the Essentials: Not too big, not too small, you’ve met your everyday companion in this top-handle Boatkin lookalike. We love that it has feet on the bottom, so you don’t have to worry about placing it down.

4. Over-the-Shoulder Option: This Steve Madden option doesn’t just look like a Boatkin, it even has a miniature version of the bag as a charm. Choose among three colorways, and your Boatkin will have a Boatkin!

5. On Sale: You’ll carry this mini navy bag everywhere — and not just because it’s 69% off. Carry it by the top handles, or wear it with the adjustable crossbody strap.

6. Nice Nylon: You won’t worry about throwing this nylon tote bag around, as it’s easy to clean. It comes with top handles and a crossbody strap, and all three colors work for summer-to-fall style.

7. Canvas Cutie: For a unique take on the Boatkin, this Kate Spade option is made with sturdy canvas so it stands up on its own. The exterior zippered pocket is super convenient, too.

8. Slouchy and Sleek: Leave it to Anthropologie to make an oversized tote bag that mimics the designer look. You can pack your whole life in there, so it makes for a cute travel pick, too.