Buying a bag can be difficult because the right one has to carry more than just your belongings—it has to carry your style, too. Prices can range from pocket change to a small fortune, so it helps to know where your budget can stretch its handles. Some shops specialize in handbags, while others offer backpacks, totes, luggage, or reusable shopping bags. Inventory can change faster than you can zip a suitcase, especially at discount and thrift stores. To help you carry on with confidence, here are 10 Lewiston-area places to shop for bags.
- **Reny’s — approximately $18 per bag**
- **Marden’s — approximately $14 per bag**
- **TJ Maxx — approximately $28 per bag**
- **Goodwill Northern New England — approximately $9 per bag**
- **The Salvation Army Thrift Store — approximately $8 per bag**
- **Ocean State Job Lot — approximately $10 per bag**
- **Dollar Tree — approximately $1.25 per bag**
- **Hannaford — approximately $3 per reusable bag**
- **Walgreens — approximately $8 per bag**
- **Bull Moose — approximately $20 per bag**
Reny’s is a good place to browse for affordable handbags, totes, backpacks, and seasonal carryalls, with prices that usually stay easy on the wallet. Its selection can be a real “main attraction” for practical shoppers. Visit the [Reny’s website](https://www.renys.com/) for store information.
Marden’s changing inventory may include handbags, duffels, backpacks, luggage, and miscellaneous totes at closeout prices. Since the merchandise is always moving, you may have to “bag” a bargain before somebody else carries it away. Check the [Marden’s website](https://www.mardens.com/) for Lewiston store details.
TJ Maxx typically offers a broad range of handbags, crossbody bags, backpacks, wallets, and travel bags from recognizable brands. It is a good place to let your shopping instincts take the “handle.” Browse the [TJ Maxx website](https://tjmaxx.tjx.com/) for the Lewiston location and current store information.
Goodwill can be a treasure trove of gently used handbags, backpacks, totes, and luggage, though the selection changes daily. The best finds may require a little digging, but that is simply part of the “thrift” and circumstance. Visit [Goodwill Northern New England](https://goodwillnne.org/) to find Lewiston-area store information.
This thrift shop may carry pre-owned purses, book bags, duffels, luggage, and reusable shopping bags at low prices. It is a chance to give an old bag a new lease on life and let your savings “carry the day.” See the [Salvation Army store locator](https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/location-finder/) for local details.
Ocean State Job Lot often stocks budget-friendly totes, backpacks, sports bags, travel bags, and seasonal carryalls. Its deals can make your shopping cart feel like it has found its “sole” mate. Visit the [Ocean State Job Lot website](https://www.oceanstatejoblot.com/) to check the Lewiston store.
For simple reusable totes, gift bags, lunch bags, and lightweight storage bags, Dollar Tree is a wallet-friendly option. The selection may be modest, but the price is hard to “tote” up against. Use the [Dollar Tree store locator](https://www.dollartree.com/store-locator) to find the Lewiston location.
Hannaford stores generally sell reusable grocery totes, insulated food bags, and seasonal shopping bags near the checkout area. These bags may not be runway-ready, but they are prepared to “produce” when it comes to hauling groceries. Visit the [Hannaford website](https://www.hannaford.com/) for Lewiston store information.
Walgreens may offer reusable shopping bags, insulated totes, cosmetic bags, and occasional seasonal carryalls. It is a convenient stop when you need a bag in a “prescription” hurry. Check the [Walgreens store locator](https://www.walgreens.com/storelocator/find.jsp) for Lewiston locations and availability.
Bull Moose is worth checking for branded totes, backpacks, messenger bags, and other accessories connected to books, music, games, and pop culture. Its merchandise can help you carry your interests wherever you “go with the flow.” Visit the [Bull Moose website](https://www.bullmoose.com/) for Lewiston store information.
Prices above are approximate averages based on the kinds of bags these retailers commonly stock, not guaranteed shelf prices; store inventory and seasonal promotions can change the “bag game.” Calling ahead or checking online can help ensure your preferred style is ready to be carried home.