I'm wanting a structured, classic black handbag for work. However, it will also be used for casual use so I need it to be a real workhorse. Does anyone have any suggestions within my price point? My budget is $2k or less. I would prefer designer if the quality is there but I'm also open to contemporary brands. I don't want anything too large (no bulky totes or slouchy hobo bags). It needs to be ladylike with simple, clean lines, not too much branding. Thank you!
Suggestions for black handbag for work/casual - $2k or less budget
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Are you thinking of putting a laptop or tablet in your bag when you use it for work?
If so, it's a little difficult to not have a tote or some type of messenger bag.
Since you said not too big or bulky, what do you usually carry on a daily basis?
(It'll help us get a better idea of the size.)
If so, it's a little difficult to not have a tote or some type of messenger bag.
Since you said not too big or bulky, what do you usually carry on a daily basis?
(It'll help us get a better idea of the size.)
No, I won't be putting a laptop or tablet in the bag. I hope that helps narrow it a little. I just want something structured, timeless, and ladylike yet very good quality so I won't have to replace it in a few years. I usually carry a set of keys, large wallet, work badge, a coin purse, and lip gloss.
Structured, timeless, ladylike, casual. . .arent attributes that I generally group together.
For interesting high quality, there are big brands (Cartier, Ferragamo, Celine) that might offer possibilities. I think Cartier bags seem very well made at a lesser price point than premier bag brands.
These examples below are probably smaller than you would like, but an easy search could yield more. One extra minute gave me a cute bag by lanvin and reminded me of valextra, both brands which might be worth an exploration.
For relaxed bags, the field is almost limitless, like Polene, but I would not rule out small shops like Suarez ny. However, their website gives zero indication of their range.
ETA: my personal favorite is a bit more than 2K, but it holds more than the typical mini bag. it is one of my favorite bags of all time
For interesting high quality, there are big brands (Cartier, Ferragamo, Celine) that might offer possibilities. I think Cartier bags seem very well made at a lesser price point than premier bag brands.
These examples below are probably smaller than you would like, but an easy search could yield more. One extra minute gave me a cute bag by lanvin and reminded me of valextra, both brands which might be worth an exploration.
For relaxed bags, the field is almost limitless, like Polene, but I would not rule out small shops like Suarez ny. However, their website gives zero indication of their range.
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/saint-laurent-manhattan-mini-leather-crossbody?ID=4792377
ETA: my personal favorite is a bit more than 2K, but it holds more than the typical mini bag. it is one of my favorite bags of all time
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No, it’s not that big. But for all other things, yes. If you want a laptop to fit, a tote is the best option.
Longchamp lepliage tote, it’s stylish, practical and fits a ton of things, I have XS energy bag and I’m in love with it. It fits the unimaginable. It’s crazy spacious for a mini bag so imagine the medium tote.
Plus it’s care free if it gets dirty it’s easy to clean.
Get the small energy since the canvas is slightly thicker so it’s safer for heavier stuff you get in it.
Get the energy tote.
Plus it’s care free if it gets dirty it’s easy to clean.
Get the small energy since the canvas is slightly thicker so it’s safer for heavier stuff you get in it.
Get the energy tote.
UPDATE - I ordered the Cafune Stance Bag in the medium size, black. Thank you all for your feedback.