A supple leather bag is the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. Whether you opt for a handbag or a crossbody bag could be determined by the occasion, and they’re ideal for carrying must-have ...

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Before making a purchase, consider your travel purse’s primary use. Outdoor enthusiasts might want a water-repellent option, while travelers seeking a day-to-night bag might prefer a leather purse.

The brand specialises in leather handbags for all occasions. The Hidesign Limited Edition Women's Handbag is handcrafted in twelve exciting colours with premium quality vegetable-tanned leather.

Constructed of high-quality full-grain leather in a choice of four classic colors, this multicompartment travel purse is packed with details. The separate main zippered pocket keeps everything ...

making it a standout choice for a leather weekender bag. While you can find several bags with specific shoe compartments, the unique design of the CALPAK Luka Duffel stands out. The exterior ...

Named for actress and singer Jane Birkin, these stylish and roomy purses were first made by Hermès — a French leather producer with a storied history dating back to the 1830s — in the 1980s.

This Mini Jamie Camera Bag especially caught our eye, as we see celebrities carrying crossbody bags like this constantly. It’s made with pebbled leather, has an adjustable strap for crossbody or ...

LIKE MARVEL VILLAINS, most fashion writers have origin stories. Mine began with a navy nylon Prada purse, salvaged from a Boston thrift store when I was a teen in the 1990s. Scuffed with black ...

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A reader wonders if it’s better to carry a small bag or a large one. Our critic explains the relationship between purse size and power. By Vanessa Friedman Remember that famous scene from Season ...

Today, 21 October, marks the start of the shoot for the third fiction feature by Belgian director Micha Wald, L’Ile de la demoiselle (lit. “The Island of the Young Lady”), in Brittany. Wald made a ...