Designer Handbags
The designer handbag is perhaps fashion’s most coveted item: women have been known to engage in physical fighting at sample sales offering discounted designer purses, and even celebs find themselves in scary, unfamiliar territory (on waitlists) when it comes to purchasing an iconic handbag. Well, you won’t have to wait, or try out your right hook. We’ve compiled the best purses from our favorite designers, and they’re just a click away.
For more in handbags you’ll love, check out our guides for the fall handbags, really big totes and evening bags.
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Anya Hindmarch
We love the British designer Anya Hindmarch for her exquisite bags in very modern shapes. For a subtly chic designer purse, look no farther.
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| Marano Clutch $230 Anya’s metallic striped clutch is flawlessly executed, even with its vintage-inspired shape and clasp, it’s indisputably modern. |
Minton Leather Bag $695 Pale dove gray and a chain strap are chic details that make this Anya Hindmarch bag a classic buy. |
Bowery Bag $1350 The light gleam and simple shape of this oversized shoulder bag make it a good-looking statement staple item. |
Prada
Internationally beloved as well as chic and sophisticated, Italian fashion house Prada continues to wow us as a go-to designer purse option.
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| Nappa Small Hobo $950 Prada’s update on the classic black chain strap design features a gathered top and luscious leather interwoven into the chain’s gold links. |
Soft Calfskin Drawstring Tote $1,195 We like the relaxed feel and inconspicuous logo on this leather drawstring tote. |
Cervo Shine Convertible Bag $1,795 A timeless black tote – particularly one from Prada – is always a smart investment piece. Carry this one in-hand or over your shoulder. |
Marc Jacobs
Who wouldn’t give their right leg for one of Marc Jacobs’ trendy handbags? Here are our favorite purses from one of high fashion’s most forward-thinking designers.
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| Croc of Q Linda Clutch $248 With luxe faux-croc and a versatile removable shoulder strap, this under-$250 find is a relatively reasonable way to get your Marc fix. |
Totally Turnlock Baby Aidan Bag $378 Beautifully structured, with just the right amount of hardware and a gorgeously saturated teal hue. |
Classic Q Hillier Hobo $498 With room for all your basic necessities, your book, an extra pair of shoes, an umbrella, and probably lots more, a large leather hobo will quickly become your go-to bag. |
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