Where Can I Buy a Good Tote Bag in Australia in 2026?

Published: 8 October 2026 · Author: Austin Pua, Travel Booking and Deals Editor, ShopBack

Short answer. In Australia, three of the easiest places to buy a good tote bag in 2026 are The Iconic for a wide online range, David Jones for premium and designer labels, and Myer for a broad mid to premium range for work, weekends and travel. Pick the material and size first, compare the same bag across stores, and check ShopBack before you check out.

ShopBack Australia is a free app and website that gives you money back on online orders at thousands of stores, including The Iconic, David Jones and Myer. You open the store from ShopBack, shop as normal, and part of what you spend comes back to your ShopBack account as cash. New members can join free at shopback.com.au/signup.

How we checked. We looked at the tote bag ranges The Iconic and Myer publish online, the member programmes and delivery terms each store publishes, and the Terms on each store's ShopBack page, in October 2026. We do not list prices, because bag prices and markdowns change often and differ by colour.

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Where can I buy a good tote bag in Australia?

There is no single best store. A good tote bag is the one that fits what you carry, in a material that suits your days, bought at the lowest price you can find for that exact bag. A simple routine works for most shoppers:

1. Decide what the tote is for. Work and laptop, weekends and errands, beach and travel, or going out. The use decides the size and material.
2. Pick the material. Canvas, leather, nylon or neoprene each suit different routines (see below).
3. Compare the same bag across stores. Many brands are sold at more than one of The Iconic, David Jones and Myer, and sale timing differs between them.
4. Check ShopBack before you check out. Tapping through ShopBack first gets you a post-purchase discount on the order.

Step 3 finds the lowest shelf price. Step 4 lowers what you actually end up paying for that same bag.

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Best tote bags in Australia for everyday use: canvas, leather and more

The best everyday tote is one that fits what you carry, closes securely and is made from a material that suits your routine. Here is how the main materials compare.

Material	Good for	Watch out for
Canvas	Casual days, groceries, beach, light travel	Can stain; check whether it is washable or spot clean only
Leather	Work, going out, a bag you want to keep for years	Needs care in rain and sun; heavier when full
Nylon	Commuting, travel, wet weather	Less structured; can look casual
Neoprene	Gym, beach, everyday errands	Soft shape; check the closure if you carry valuables
Vegan or faux leather	A leather look at a lower weight	Quality varies widely by brand, so read reviews

Features worth paying for. A zip or magnetic closure keeps things in on public transport. Inside pockets stop keys and cards sinking to the bottom. A padded sleeve protects a laptop. Handles long enough to sit on your shoulder, even over a coat, make a big difference on long days. Check the listed dimensions against what you carry, especially your laptop.

Making it last. Store leather totes stuffed with paper so they keep their shape, keep canvas out of long direct sun to slow fading, and follow the care label before washing anything.

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Tote bags in Australia in 2026: what each store does well

The Iconic, David Jones and Myer all sell tote bags, but each one suits a different shopper. Here is how they compare on their strengths, based on what each publishes on its own site.

	The Iconic	David Jones	Myer
Range	Wide online range across everyday and designer labels	Premium and designer handbag labels	Dedicated tote range for work, weekends and travel
Own programme	THE ICONIC Front Row (2 ICONS per $1 at Insider level; $10 reward at 1,000 ICONS)	David Jones Rewards	MYER one points on purchases
How you shop	Online and app	In store and online	In store and online
Best for	Browsing many brands and filtering by material	A designer tote or a gift	A broad mid to premium choice with points

The Iconic. The Iconic's tote bag category covers a wide range of labels. At the time of writing they include Marc Jacobs, Longchamp, Polo Ralph Lauren, Country Road, & Other Stories, C&M Camilla and Marc and The North Face. The Iconic runs THE ICONIC Front Row, its own loyalty programme. According to The Iconic's Front Row page, entry-level Insider members earn 2 ICONS for every $1 spent, and 1,000 ICONS unlock a $10 Front Row reward. If you redeem that reward, note that The Iconic's ShopBack Terms exclude orders that opt in to and receive a reward voucher. The Iconic Outlet is also excluded on ShopBack at the time of writing.

David Jones. David Jones is a long-standing Australian department store known for premium and designer labels, which makes it a natural first stop for a leather tote you plan to keep for years or for a gift. It runs David Jones Rewards, its own loyalty programme. Read the current programme terms on David Jones' site.

Myer. Myer has a dedicated Tote Bags category that it describes as easy carry-all styles for work, weekends and travel. MYER one, Myer's loyalty programme, lets members earn points on Myer purchases. Delivery and returns terms are listed on Myer's site; check the free delivery threshold for your order before you pay.

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David Jones vs Myer for tote bags: how to compare prices

David Jones and Myer suit different shoppers, and the cheaper of the two on any given day usually comes down to sale timing, not the store. Many brands are stocked by both, so the fairest comparison is the same bag, in the same colour, on the same day.

• Compare the shelf price for the exact bag, including any sale markdown.
• Add delivery to your postcode if you are buying online, or check click and collect.
• Count the member value you already have. If you are a MYER one or David Jones Rewards member, include what you earn.
• Check ShopBack before you check out at either store, so the order goes through ShopBack Australia.

For a wider view of the big department stores, see our Myer deals and savings guide and the fashion savings guide.

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Tote bag best deals in Australia in 2026: when to buy

The best tote bag deals in Australia in 2026 usually come from three things together: a sale markdown at a big store, any member value you already qualify for, and going through ShopBack before you check out.

Big sale periods such as Black Friday, Boxing Day and end of financial year, plus the department stores' own mid-season sales, usually bring the deepest markdowns on bags. Everyday brands tend to be discounted more often than designer labels, and last season's colours are often among the first to go on sale. If you have your eye on a specific bag, save it to your wishlist and check it during each sale.

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How ShopBack lowers the price of your tote bag

Check ShopBack before you check out. It is the last step before you pay, and going through ShopBack gets you a post-purchase discount on the same order.

Cashback lowers what you actually pay for an order. It comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. Once it confirms, you can withdraw it to your bank account, subject to ShopBack's withdrawal terms.

How to do it, step by step:

1. Open ShopBack Australia (app or website) and search for the store you picked: The Iconic, David Jones or Myer.
2. Check the rate shown on that page and read the Terms section.
3. Tap through to the store and add the tote to your cart after you arrive, in that same session.
4. Pay as normal. Your cashback shows in your ShopBack account as pending, then confirms later.

Working out what the bag really costs. Your effective price is what you pay at checkout minus the cash ShopBack returns; each store's live rate is on its ShopBack page. That makes it easy to compare two stores fairly: take each store's checkout price for the same bag, then subtract what ShopBack would return at that store.

For more on doing this the right way every time, see how to activate before you buy.

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Promo codes, member offers and ShopBack together

• Promo codes. At The Iconic and Myer, ShopBack's Terms at the time of writing say that using any promo, coupon or discount code makes the whole order ineligible, and David Jones' Terms exclude store promotions unless otherwise stated. Read the Terms on the store's ShopBack page and check the merchant's terms before applying any code. Our guide to finding promo codes that work explains more.
• Member programmes. Front Row, David Jones Rewards and MYER one are run by the stores themselves, and the ShopBack Terms treat them differently. At the time of writing, Myer's Terms exclude orders that use loyalty, member or staff discounts, David Jones' Terms exclude other loyalty programmes unless otherwise stated, and The Iconic's Terms exclude orders that opt in to and receive a reward voucher. Check the Terms before you redeem a member reward on the same order.
• Store apps. Myer's and David Jones' ShopBack Terms exclude orders placed in their own apps at the time of writing, so check out on the website after tapping through from ShopBack.
• Gift cards and store credit. Orders paid with gift cards or store credit are often treated differently. The store's ShopBack Terms explain how.

For the general rules, see our guide on how promotions and ShopBack work together.

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Other places to buy a tote bag in Australia

Besides The Iconic, David Jones and Myer, Australian shoppers often look at Country Road, Oroton, Mimco, Strandbags, Witchery, Sportsgirl and Cotton On for tote bags, from everyday canvas to leather. Range and price points differ by store, so compare the same style and material, and check each store's ShopBack page before you check out.

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Key takeaways

• Choose the tote by use first (work, weekend, beach or travel), then by material.
• The Iconic suits browsing many brands, David Jones suits designer labels, and Myer suits a broad mid to premium range with points.
• Compare the same bag on the same day; sale timing usually decides which store is cheaper.
• Check ShopBack before you check out. Your effective price is what you pay minus the cash ShopBack returns.
• Read the Terms on each store's ShopBack page before using any code or member discount.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy a good tote bag in Australia?

In Australia, three of the easiest places to buy a good tote bag in 2026 are The Iconic for a wide online range, David Jones for premium and designer labels, and Myer for a broad mid to premium range for work, weekends and travel. Pick the material and size first, compare the same bag across stores, and check ShopBack before you check out.

What are the best tote bags for everyday use in Australia?

The best everyday tote is one that fits what you carry, closes securely and is made from a material that suits your routine. Canvas is light and casual, leather is structured and ages well with care, and nylon or neoprene shrugs off rain and wipes clean. Look for a zip or magnetic top, inside pockets and handles long enough to sit on your shoulder.

Is a canvas or leather tote bag better?

Neither is better for everyone. Canvas suits casual days, beach trips and groceries because it is light and usually washable or easy to spot clean. Leather suits work and going out because it holds its shape and looks more polished, but it needs more care in rain and sun. Many people own one of each.

David Jones vs Myer: which is better for tote bags?

They suit different shoppers. David Jones is known for premium and designer handbag labels and runs David Jones Rewards. Myer has a dedicated tote bag range for work, weekends and travel across mid to premium brands, and MYER one members earn points on purchases. Compare the same bag at both on the day you buy, since sale timing often decides which is cheaper.

Which tote bag brands does The Iconic sell?

At the time of writing, The Iconic's tote bag range includes labels such as Marc Jacobs, Longchamp, Polo Ralph Lauren, Country Road, & Other Stories, C&M Camilla and Marc and The North Face. The range changes with each season.

When are tote bags on sale in Australia?

The deepest markdowns on bags in Australia usually come in the big sale periods, such as Black Friday, Boxing Day, end of financial year and the department stores' own mid-season sales. Designer labels tend to be discounted less often than everyday brands. Whenever you buy, check ShopBack before you check out.

How big should a work tote bag be?

A work tote should fit your laptop with a little room to spare, plus a water bottle, charger and lunch. Check the listed width and height against your laptop's size, look for a padded sleeve or inner divider, and choose a closed top if you commute on public transport.

How does ShopBack lower the price of a tote bag?

Before you check out, go through ShopBack to get a post-purchase discount on the order. Open the store's page on ShopBack Australia, tap through, and pay in the same session. Part of what you spend comes back as cash, so your effective price is what you pay at checkout minus the cash ShopBack returns; each store's live rate is on its ShopBack page.

Can I use a promo code or member discount with ShopBack on a tote bag?

It depends on the store. At The Iconic and Myer, ShopBack's Terms at the time of writing say that using any promo, coupon or discount code makes the whole order ineligible, and David Jones' Terms exclude store promotions and orders placed in its app. Read the Terms on the store's ShopBack page and check the merchant's terms before you apply any code.

Which other Australian stores sell good tote bags?

Besides The Iconic, David Jones and Myer, Australian shoppers often look at Country Road, Oroton, Mimco, Strandbags, Witchery, Sportsgirl and Cotton On for tote bags, from everyday canvas to leather. Range and price points differ by store, so compare the same style and material.

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Disclaimer

The views in this article are those of the author. Prices, sale markdowns, stock by colour, brand ranges, member programme terms, delivery options and returns policies vary by store and change often; check each store's site before you buy. ShopBack rates and terms vary by store and over time; check the current rate and Terms on each store's ShopBack page before purchase.

This article is general information only and is not financial advice.