Every woman needs a handbag, or should get one. They are essential for looking polished, and they can not only add interest to an outfit, but hold essentials, like keys, money and a phone as well. The best handbags may be investment pieces, but can withstand years of heavy use without going out of fashion. Here are 10 that have been must-haves in the last couple years, but show no signs of losing their appeal any time soon.
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Goyard Saint Louis
With a hand-painted chevron print, this practical canvas tote comes in size PM and GM. Its unstructured shape makes it easy to carry, and can be folded for travel. The bag comes with a wallet pouch.
Gucci Soho Small Leather Disco Bag
This Italian-made leather shoulder bag comes with a trendy tassel zipper pull. With gold branding, an interior phone pocket, an adjustable strap and zip closure, this is the perfect everyday bag and perfect for using while traveling. Celebrities from Selena Gomez to Emma Roberts have been spotted with one, so if it is good enough for them, it will be good enough for you.
Chanel Caviar Single Flap Bag
Chanel is, and always will be, the epitome of fashion. With a timeless quilted bag on a gold strap, you can show the world how much you value classic looks. Go for versatile black, or get a more colorful style.
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Kate Spade Cameron Street Jensen
This bag is not the Kate Spade purse of your teen years. The leather tote comes with a zipper and many pockets, perfect for taking with you from brunch to the boardroom.
MCM Reversible Liz Shopper in Visetos
MCM has recently made a comeback. Go for a cognac-hued tote in size large. You will be able to fit what you need, and more, in this tote which has an adjustable silhouette. If you want to change things up from the Visetos print, turn it inside out to reveal checks.
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Longchamp Le Pliage Neo Nylon Tote
Longchamp’s multicolored Le Pliage totes with brown details have been mainstream buys for a while now. Stand out from the pack and get a Neo. It offers the same space and versatility as the cheaper bags, but with monochromatic leather, is more modern and sophisticated.
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Tory Burch Ella Tote
A little bit preppy, but always cool defines the Tory Burch brand. This nylon tote with shiny features, including a large logo, is fashionable and useful.
Versace Palazzo Empire
Gigi Hadid has been photographed with this bag numerous times. Get a purse or opt for a shoulder bag instead. All bags are made out of leather and have a Medusa Head logo on them.
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Hermès Birkin
These handmade leather bags have been must-haves for years. Choose your leather color and style and join the ranks of Birkin owners who love this bag.
Prada Promenade Saffiano Leather Bag
A detachable leather shoulder strap, gold hardware and inside pockets make this bag luxurious and practical. Its shape is unique and appealing.