Hammitt Charles Medium Crossbody Bag

Meet the hands-free Hammitt that does a little bit of everything.

The Hammitt Charles Medium Crossbody takes the ease of a belt bag and gives it the elevated look and versatility of a designer crossbody.

Designed with an adjustable strap and a soft silhouette that sits comfortably against the body, the Charles Medium can be worn as a traditional low-slung crossbody, across the chest as a sling, or double-looped around the waist for a belt bag look.

Basically, it's the bag for the woman who wants to be hands-free without looking like she's carrying a basic fanny pack.

From everyday errands and travel days to shopping in Scottsdale or walking through Capitola Village, the Charles gives you easy access to your essentials while keeping everything organized and close.

And there's a reason this silhouette has become such a Hammitt favorite: Hammitt itself describes the Charles as one of its bestselling bags and says it was voted its most popular bag of 2023.

Why You'll Love It

• Iconic Hammitt Charles Medium Crossbody
• Wear it as a crossbody, chest sling or belt bag
• Adjustable wide crossbody strap
• Hands-free design
• Front zippered pocket
• Back zippered phone pocket
• Interior card slot
• Interior zippered pocket
• Interior key leash
• Leather zipper pulls
• Available in classic neutrals, statement finishes and seasonal Hammitt colors
• An amazing option for everyday wear and travel

ONE BAG. THREE WAYS TO WEAR IT.

This is what makes the Charles Medium different from a traditional crossbody.

Wear It Crossbody

Lengthen the adjustable strap and wear your Charles as a traditional low-slung crossbody for an effortless everyday look.

Wear It as a Sling

Shorten the strap and wear it across your chest for an easy, hands-free look that's perfect for travel, shopping, concerts and busy days.

Wear It as a Belt Bag

Double-loop the adjustable strap and wear the Charles around your waist for Hammitt's elevated take on the classic belt bag.

DESIGNED FOR REAL LIFE

Cute is great.

Cute AND organized is better.

The Charles Medium features a front zippered pocket plus a zippered back pocket designed for your phone, while the interior adds a card slot, zippered pocket and key leash.

It's exactly the kind of organization you appreciate when you're standing in an airport trying to figure out where you put your phone for the 17th time. 😂

Hammitt specifically recommends the Charles Medium for travel essentials including a phone, keys, earbuds, credit cards, passport, sunglasses and portable charger.

CHOOSE YOUR CHARLES

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Cherrywood Pebble / Brushed Gold

Rich, warm and gorgeous year-round. Cherrywood Pebble is an elevated alternative to traditional brown or black and pairs beautifully with cream, camel, denim and other neutrals.

Calla Lily White / Brushed Gold

Fresh and bright with beautiful warm hardware. Calla Lily White is gorgeous with linen, denim, dresses and warm-weather outfits but is neutral enough to carry beyond summer.

Pewter / Brushed Gold

One of those neutrals that somehow works with everything. Pewter gives you something different from black or brown while remaining incredibly easy to style.

Black / Brushed Gold Red Zip

This is quintessential Hammitt.

Classic black, warm brushed-gold hardware and that unmistakable red zipper detail make this an easy everyday choice.

Black / Gunmetal

If this is what you mean by your “all black”, this is likely the correct variant name — but I want you to check the hardware before changing it in Shopify.

If the hardware is dark/gunmetal, use Black/Gunmetal.

Black Starlight

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West End / Antique Gold

A beautiful option when you want your Charles to feel a little more distinctive than a classic neutral.

Toasty Sand / Brushed Gold

Toasty Sand is your easy warm neutral—beautiful with white, cream, denim, chocolate, black and natural tones.

Cocoa Raffia / Gold

The Charles goes on vacation.

Cocoa Raffia brings gorgeous texture to the hands-free silhouette and is especially good with linen, sundresses, denim, resort wear and warm-weather wardrobes.

HOW TO STYLE YOUR HAMMITT CHARLES

Athleisure + Charles

Leggings, sneakers, oversized sweatshirt and a Charles worn across your chest.

It's effortless, comfortable and still pulled together.

Nikibiki + Denim

Pair your favorite Nikibiki top with denim and wear the Charles as a crossbody or sling.

Choose Black or Pewter for an everyday neutral or make the bag the focus with one of Hammitt's seasonal finishes.

Milio Milano + Charles

This combination is SO Katalina's.

Pair Milio Milano linen, wide-leg pants, knits or dresses with the Charles worn as a traditional crossbody for an elevated casual look.

Travel Days

This might be where the Charles shines the most.

Keep your phone and frequently reached-for essentials close while you're moving through airports, sightseeing or shopping without carrying a traditional handbag in your hand.

Hammitt actually calls the Charles a travel favorite, so this isn't just us saying it.

Scottsdale

Wear the Charles as a sling with denim shorts, a Nikibiki cami and sneakers during the day, then lengthen the strap and wear it as a traditional crossbody for dinner.

Capitola

Denim, a lightweight sweater, sneakers and your Charles = basically made for walking through Capitola Village.

DETAILS

Style: Hammitt Charles Crossbody Medium
Bag: 11" L × 1.75" W × 5.5" H
Adjustable Crossbody Strap: 1.75" W × 27.5"–50" L
Exterior: Front zippered pocket + back zippered cell phone pocket
Interior: Card slot, zippered pocket + key leash
Closure: Zipper
Details: Leather zipper pulls

FROM SCOTTSDALE TO CAPITOLA

Looking for a Hammitt Charles Crossbody in Arizona or California?

Shop Katalina's curated Hammitt collection at Katalina's Boutique in Capitola, California, near Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay, and Katalina's Closet in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Not local? Shop the Hammitt Charles Medium Crossbody online at Katalina's along with our collection of Hammitt handbags, crossbody bags, wallets and accessories.

WHY SHOP HAMMITT AT KATALINA'S?

At Katalina's Boutique, we love Hammitt because these are bags designed to be carried—not just admired on a shelf.

The Charles Medium is a perfect example: beautiful enough to elevate an outfit, functional enough for everyday life and versatile enough to wear multiple ways.

Whether you're searching for your first Hammitt or adding another color to your collection, shop our curated selection of Hammitt handbags online or visit us in Capitola, CA or Scottsdale, AZ.