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A History of the Best Gucci HandbagsIn 1897, a man named Guccio Gucci left his native Florence for London, where he worked at the tony Savoy Hotel as a bellhop. Handling the luggage of the ritzy clientele there gave him the education he…

Photographed by Stephen Shore, Vogue, March 2019There is no handbag quite as classic as the saddle bag. What may have begun as a functional western fixture, a bag that was quite literally tied or strapped to the saddle of a horse, has…

Photo: Vogue RunwayNo, it’s not a typo. We indeed mean rubber bags; not rubber bands or plastic bags. It’s a high-fashion trend that’s been trekking runways in recent shows. We’ve seen Bottega Venetta’s 2022 resort show and Balenciaga’s…

Though technically a type of leather, suede is a material that stands on its own. The soft, fuzzy feel has a polished ease to it that makes it the ideal choice when you’re shopping for a suede bag that’s, above all, versatile. While you may…

Look, it’s ok to be short on time for hobbies this summer. You’re busy booking vacations and hitting up the beach, which may not leave you the time to take up knitting, piano, or crochet (that’s ok, there’s always the fall). But, just…

Indeed there is merit to a hands-free bag like a crossbody silhouette or fanny pack. But despite the chatter surrounding this utilitarian accessory detail, there’s something to be said about a good old-fashioned handbag carried…

Between work, weekend adventures, and special occasions, the best leather bags are among the hardest working in our wardrobes. Not only are options endless, but anyone is versatile for varying tastes and moods. Perhaps you’re a lover of the…

A slight impractical cloud may hover over the best mini handbags, but don’t let that rain on your fashion parade. Like the stylish clutches, teensy handhelds, tiny crossbodies, and so-small shoulder bags may be little and capable of…

Photographed by Steven Meisel, Vogue, January 2007If transparency is everything—whether with your partner or boss—and openness and candor can only benefit you in the end, shouldn’t the same apply to accessories? Clear bags, see-through…

Hollywood loves an It bag. Celebrities are usually the first to spot—or receive—the latest releases, and thanks to the numerous purses, pouches, and fanny packs launched each year, stars are spoiled for choice. Still, there’s always one…