Pro Tip: These Purse Organizers Will Make Your Life Sooo Much Easier

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Let's set the scene, shall we? You've finally made it to your destination, but you can't find your phone, and most importantly, where tf did your red lipstick go? A reapply is not a want but a need (the girlies (and guys) that get it, get it). So, you reach into your chic little purse and sift around for a minute or so before pulling out that lipstick...and all the old gum wrappers you swore you threw away. Trust, we've all been there, and it's NO FUN. But don't worry, I'm about to introduce you to a handy-dandy invention called a "purse organizer," bb.

Designed to fit into your tote bags, crossbody bags, and basically any bag you have, purse organizers are the Marie Kondo-coded accessory you've been missing. They often feature strategic pockets, slots, and compartments for an organized solution to keeping your stuff from becoming a jumbled mess at the bottom of your bag. And they're about to save you from all your disorganized chaos while on the go or traveling.

So, if you're anything like us and have finally decided to put the days of sifting through your purse behind you, keep scrolling to shop our fave purse organizer finds.

Purse Organizer Insert

You can never have too many pockets for organization, and this purse organizer has you covered with a whopping 13 pockets (!!!) in total. Available in 7 different sizes, the felt insert fits seamlessly into your bag and even helps maintain its shape and quality longer.

• Material: Felt

• Size(s): Small, Medium, Slender Medium, Large, Slender Large, X-Large, Mini
  

• Colors: 19

THE REVIEWS: "This purse insert has everything I have always wanted for large purses, and then some. It is sturdy, practical, and has a space/pocket sized for anything. Finally I have found what I have always needed!!!," writes a reviewer.

Skye Organic Cotton Essentials Pouch

Dagne Dover is known for its absolutely gorg travel essentials, so it only makes sense that the bran would design a pouch fit for all of your daily essentials. Available in both neoprene and cotton material options, the design may not have a ton of bells and whistles, but it gets the job done—we're talking a mesh phone pocket, card slots, and a key clip.

• Material: Neoprene or Organic Cotton

• Size(s): 6” L x.5” W x 7.5” H

• Colors: Onyx and Natural

THE REVIEWS: "This pouch is amazing! It hold everything you need to grab quickly together in one place plus has a space for cards. I use it in my diaper bag but can easily be attached to a keychain if you just need to run in somewhere. Holds much more than I thought it would. It’s a great addition to my collection," says a reviewer.

System Pouch Insert 13-inch

It's all about quality when it comes to this helpful leather pouch. The organizer is simple yet oh-so-helpful with a sleek outer design and a roomy interior featuring two slip pockets for all your valuables. Plus, it's the ideal size to securely take your laptop on the go.

• Material: Leather

• Size(s): 13-inch, 16-inch

• Colors: 7

THE REVIEWS: "A very functional and practical pouch with roomy space to contain all my essentials when traveling," notes a customer.

Purse Organizer Insert

If you really want to take advantage of your handbag's space, meet this affordable find. This organizer comes with a separate zipper insert to keep your valuables stored securely, 13 separate compartments, and most importantly, enough room to bring your fave lip combo.

• Material: Wool and Polyester Felt

• Size(s): Medium, Slender Medium, Large, Slender Large, X-Large, Mini

• Colors: 16

THE REVIEWS: A reviewer writes, "I bought this purse organizer a while ago and it is still going strong. It has a place for everything but the kitchen sink. It is so easy to keep everything exactly where you need it and you develop muscle memory to easily access and find stuff. I have loaded this into every bag I have with no issue, that is easy because all my bags are about the same size and style".

Metro Folio Kit

This folio kit is compatible with the brand's best-selling Metro Backpack and Metro Duffel, but most importantly, you can easily throw it into your bag without having to worry about your essentials spilling all over the place. Made with water-resistant material, it's roomy enough to fit your passport, mini tablet, or e-reader. Oh, and don't worry—there's a specific compartment and elastic loop for all your other necessities.

• Material: Ultra-microfibre vegan leather

• Size(s): 9" × 7" × 1.5"

• Colors: 9

THE REVIEWS: One customer writes, "As a flight attendant I need access to a ton of things quickly and efficiently, and this has been my savior. It’s sleek, durable, and fits everything super snug. It even fits my iPad mini and I use the keychain for an AirTag. Almost daily I get compliments and I’m constantly introducing friends and colleagues to the Monos brand."

Tech Organizer

Who said that purse organizers couldn't have their own moment? Calpak offers this style in sooo many cute colors and patterns. And even though it's labeled as a tech organizer, it can securely hold all your daily essentials, whether chargers and wires or mascaras and sunglasses.

• Material: Polyester and Polyethylene

• Size(s): 9.5" x 7" x 1.5"

• Colors: 12

THE REVIEWS: "I was missing this tech organizer for my travels and commute to work," says a reviewer. "I used to use a shoe bag or ziplock and thought I was organized, but now I have this neat lil bag with compartments to organize the different types of charging cords I have, my mouse, earbuds and wired earbuds. My cords are no longer tangled together and this bag keeps them neat and flat, not bulky, so it's easy to pack. I love it!"

Premium Nylon Purse Organizer Tote Handbag Insert

Organizing all your daily essentials has never been easier. This foldable insert stays upright even when empty and has a wide opening, so you can actually see your items all safely stored in one place. According to reviewers, the purse organizer is super lightweight, so trust that your shoulders will thank you.

• Material: Nylon

• Size(s): Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large

• Colors: Beige, Black, Blue, Grey, Rose

THE REVIEWS: "I like how lightweight this organizer is. It's much lighter than the felt bag organizers. It has enough pockets to keep my keys, lipstick and lip balm, hand sanitizer, tissue, etc. organized in pockets versus having my things just thrown into my tote bag and having to dig through everything to find what I'm looking for. Would recommend," writes a reviewer.

Italian Leather Pouch Travel Set

If Quince does one thing right, it's giving customers amazing quality on a budget. If you're looking for a minimal leather organizer that's easy to clean, look no further. Whether you want to go big or small, this travel set comes with two options, depending on how many essentials you need to bring along for the day.

• Material: 100% top-grain Italian leather

• Size(s): 6.5" H x 11" L x 3.5" W (Large Pouch), 5" H x 9" L x 3" W (Small Pouch)

• Colors: Taupe, Olive, Golden Tan, Cognac, Navy, Black

THE REVIEWS: "Lovely travel set," reviews a customer. "The bags are well made and have held up well through several trips so far, even withstanding a spill. Would definitely purchase again!"

LittBag LED Lighted Organizer Insert

Named one of Oprah's Favorite Things (!!!), this handy dandy insert has your name written all over it. With two LED lights, the frustration of looking for your fave lipgloss at the bottom of your bag is sooo yesterday's problem.

• Material: Faux leather

• Size(s): 3"D x 9"W x 6"H

• Colors: Black, Leopard, Navy Blue, Nude, Red

THE REVIEWS: "The advertised pictures don’t do Justice to show how high quality and perfect this product is. I got the all black + black one for my MK bag mainly, but plan to use it in other totes I own. Definitely tons of room inside and that light is gunna be so helpful for future outings", writes a reviewer.

Paris Design Purse Organizer Insert

Just because it's going straight inside your purse, doesn't mean it can't be absolutely adorbsss. This organizer keeps everything in place and in reach, so when it's time to pull out those sunnies or makeup brushes, you'll know exactly where they are.

• Material: Cotton

• Size(s): 4 1/2"D x 23"W x 6 1/4"H

• Colors: Toile print

THE REVIEWS: One reviewer writes, "This is a clever solution for moving an organizer between purses of different sizes. Sturdy but flexible enough to fold along the sides of the bag. I am happy with my purchase."

How to choose the best purse organizer for you

While a purse organizer can be a total game-changer, nobody wants one that only adds more frustration to your bag. Here are a few things to keep in mind before adding to your cart:

Measure your purse

If there's anything worse than losing your essentials to the abyss of your bag, it's ordering a purse organizer just to find out it doesn't actually fit into your purse! Before hitting that "buy now" button, make sure to accurately measure the dimensions (width, height, AND depth) of your everyday bags, and cross reference them to the dimensions of the purse organizer you're eyeing. Even if you're looking for an insert that'll fill your entire bag, you should leave a few centimeters of space in all directions since adding items to the organizer will most likely expand it.

Determine which fabric is best for you

Before buying a purse organizer, you'll also want to think about what you plan on storing inside of it—makeup brushes, lip oils, sunglasses, chargers, etc. Depending on the use of the bag, you may want to opt for a waterproof material or darker color. For example, leather and nylon are more spill-resistant (and easy to wipe down) than say cotton or polyester. Additionally, darker colors tend to hide pen marks, makeup, and other random stains better than light colors.

Compartments and capacity

When choosing a purse organizer, one of the key things to keep in mind is how much space you're going to need for your essentials. Would you prefer less compartments to fit larger items? Or do you need alll the pockets for your smaller items? This will help determine which is best for your daily, on-the-go needs.

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