It's time to begin your bucket purse era. Why? Bucket bags have distinctive silhouettes that leave plenty of room inside for the essentials while adding a cool factor to outfits. Macy's offers them in various sizes, colors, and materials, with styles for everyday and special occasions. Here's everything you need to know to find the right one.

Bucket Bags 101
A bucket bag is taller than it is wide, with a rounded exterior and a spacious interior. A bucket drawstring bag is a bucket purse with cinched closures at the top; other types employ interior snaps or zipper closures. Go with a drawstring bucket bag to play up the unique round silhouette. A drawstring bucket purse holds its shape better, from bottom to top. Bucket bags come with either shoulder, hand, or crossbody straps. Crossbody bucket bags keep both hands free, which is always a plus. If you want multiple styling options, look for a crossbody bucket bag with a strap that shortens for shoulder-carrying.

Which One Should You Choose?
Is a large bucket bag too bulky for you? Shop small bucket bags. A small bucket bag has a sized-down silhouette and feels lighter when carried. If that's still not small enough, try a mini bucket bag instead. The smallest of the bunch, minis are perfect for a night out or carrying the bare necessities. If you want a women's bucket bag that will last for years, buy a leather bucket bag. Leather bucket bags are incredibly durable and look luxurious. Do you already own a classic black bucket bag? Branch out with our new arrival bucket bags. That's where you'll find the latest looks, silhouettes, and hues. Or check out Macy's bucket bag clearance.

Carry it all in style with handbags from Macy's.