Fall Handbags
One way to update your wardrobe is to carry a new fall handbag. It’s a good chance you have a go-to shoulder bag or tote that you take everywhere, so it’s an item that influences your daily outfits more than it might lead you to believe. Whether or not the handbag for fall that you carry is a trendy new look, something classic (and just replacing a more weathered standby in your handbag collection), or even something a little experimental (hello, chainstraps!) is up to you.
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Tote Bags
Canvas and leather tote bags, from L.L. Bean to Longchamp, somehow hold everything and yet look totally fashionable. It must be because the convenient oversized bag trend works well in the form of a fall handbag.
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| L.L. Bean Heritage Boat and Tote Bag $39 The L.L. Bean boat bag is a familiar classic, but we’re particularly enamored of Bean’s Heritage tote, which comes all in black, with leather handles that lend the bag a more luxurious aspect. |
Longchamp ‘Le Pliage – Mini’ Two Tone Tote $98 The Longchamp nylon folding tote is a modern classic, and this dark plum color is perfect for fall. We like this for running errands or for packing away to take on a trip. |
Banana Republic Harley Studded Handbag $230 This refined design has of-the-moment stud detail and taupe leather that’ll look great against dark denim. |
Shoulder Bags
Shoulder bags are a wonderful handbag for fall. You don’t have to bother holding them, and they come in a multitude of styles – some of our current favorites are the slouchy, biker, and structured looks.
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| Quilted Small Bag by Marc B $80 A quilted chain-strap bags is a classic item, and this one from Topshop doesn’t come with a price tag that would leave it standing empty like the real deal from Chanel would… |
Sondra Roberts Knotted Double Shoulder Bag $190 This neutral bag makes a great handbag-wardrobe starter piece, since it’s neat enough for work but relaxed enough for weekend. |
Cole Haan Felicity Bag $332 Versatile black, the perfect weekday size, plus subtle biker accents. This just might be a Platonic ideal of a perfect fall handbag. |
Clutch Bags
Hey, parties never go out of style, and in those cases, a cool clutch with just the essentials is the way to go. From Urban Outfitters bargains to Marc Jacobs classics, we’ve got options we’re sure you’ll like carrying around.
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| Kimchi Blue Suede Ruffle Clutch $50 An ideal party bag, with rich ruffles and suede, plus enough room to realistically hold your stuff. |
CALVIN KLEIN Framed Small Metallic Lux Clutch $88 Nothing says fall like an architectural accent. Wear this with clothing leftover from summer to make the whole outfit look ready for autumn. |
Ruche Top Clutch $245 Studs and a beautiful shade of mustard are both uniquely autumn looks. Throw in a little not-too-girly ruffle and you’ve got yourself a winner of a bag that’s eye-catching yet totally useful. |
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