10 BAGS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD OWN

Collecting handbags, when done well, can arguably be considered an art form. In homage to that, here find the 10 bags every woman should have in her closet—get your check list started. Plus see the 12 shoes every fashionable woman should own.

 By Kerry Pieri

1.CLASSIC DAY BAG IN BLACK

Whether you're a Chanel girl or Fendi and Vuitton are more your speed, zero in on a bag that has withstood the trends and invest wisely in a noir version.

DIEGO ZUKO

Fendi bag, $2,750, similar styles available at shopBAZAAR.com. 

COURTESY FENDI

2.NEUTRAL TOTE

This is your carry-all. Get one in a color that works with everything and always look put-together because of it.

CRAIG AREND

 

The Row tote, $2,250,saksfifthavenue.com.

COURTESY SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

3.DAY CLUTCH

For when you don't want the whole tote, but still need to carry your necessities.

DIEGO ZUK

 

Victoria Beckham pouch, $995,victoriabeckham.com.

COURTESY VICTORIA BECKHAM

4.METALLIC MINAUDIERE

Those black tie events and weddings are going to pop up, be prepared with an evening bag, like this one from Anya Hindmarch, that wears well with everything.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Reece Hudson miniaudiere, $1,395, reecehudson.com.

COURTESY REECE HUDSON

5.WEEKEND CASUAL

For when your neutral tote feels too business, consider this your very chic brunch and shopping bag.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Céline bag, 212-535-3703.

RICHARD MAJCHRZAK, DON PENNY, STUART TYSON, AND JESUS AYALA/STUDIO D

6.CROSS-BODY PARTY BAG

This is a style that can be worn with a chain so it looks chic and leaves you free to dance the night away.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Saint Laurent bag, $1,890, net-a-porter.com.

COURTESY NET-A-PORTER

7.HERITAGE BAG

Ideally, this is given to you from your grandmother or mom—think old school Hermès. Or you can always get on the list for a Birkin or Kelly bag to start the family tradition.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Hermès vintage tote, $12,759,matchesfashion.com.

COURTESY MATCHES FASHION

8.JUST FOR FUN

This is the one that makes you smile and feels perfectly you. A bit of boho fringe? Charming plaid? Make it count.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Valentino clutch, $3,095,mytheresa.com.

COURTESY MY THERESA

9.POP OF COLOR

We're averse to the saying, but on board for the idea—a colorful bag brightens even the darkest looks.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Prada Saffiano Twin Bag, $2,950.00, Select Prada Boutiques, prada.com.

COURTESY PRADA

10.THE WEEKENDER

Every girl worth her salt needs a chic oversized bag for a quick get-away. It doesn't need to be snakeskin—but that doesn't mean it can't be.

DIEGO ZUKO

 

Givenchy bag, $5,590,luisaviaroma.com.

COURTESY LUISA VIAROMA