Simple black bag for dinners, etc

[Anonymous]

I'm looking for a timeless black evening bag that will match a lot of outfits. This isn't for very formal gala events, more like dressy dinner dates, Christmas parties, etc. I prefer gold or no holdware and ideally with a crossbody strap or handle. I like little bit of interest or polish, a patent leather, and architectural cut, etc. Budget is $400 and new or secondhand ideas are welcome.

What would you suggest?

[Anonymous]

Did you see the college girl purse thread? Sounds like that’s what you are looking for.

Staud has some nice basic bags. Here’s a croco finished bag for $350.
https://staud.clothing/products/ollie-bag-black-croco They also have cute beaded bags.

Or look at Verified https://verafiedny.com/products/black-shoulder-bag?_pos=1&_fid=885c0e41e&_ss=c

[Anonymous]

Do not carry those above!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do not carry those above!

The first one is nice but the second looks like a Queen Elizabeth purse.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm looking for a timeless black evening bag that will match a lot of outfits. This isn't for very formal gala events, more like dressy dinner dates, Christmas parties, etc. I prefer gold or no holdware and ideally with a crossbody strap or handle. I like little bit of interest or polish, a patent leather, and architectural cut, etc. Budget is $400 and new or secondhand ideas are welcome.

What would you suggest?

Patent leather is a very casual material.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Did you see the college girl purse thread? Sounds like that’s what you are looking for.

Staud has some nice basic bags. Here’s a croco finished bag for $350.
https://staud.clothing/products/ollie-bag-black-croco They also have cute beaded bags.

Or look at Verified https://verafiedny.com/products/black-shoulder-bag?_pos=1&_fid=885c0e41e&_ss=c

OP Here, thanks for the suggestions! I like the Staud one a lot! he other bag The Verified one is a bit more serious than what I was looking for but I'm glad to have found a new brand.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm looking for a timeless black evening bag that will match a lot of outfits. This isn't for very formal gala events, more like dressy dinner dates, Christmas parties, etc. I prefer gold or no holdware and ideally with a crossbody strap or handle. I like little bit of interest or polish, a patent leather, and architectural cut, etc. Budget is $400 and new or secondhand ideas are welcome.

What would you suggest?

Patent leather is a very casual material.

No, it isn't. Honestly that's a bizarre take.

[Anonymous]

Cuyana used to have nice ones around that price too

[Anonymous]

DeMillier Tokyo https://demellierlondon.com/products/the-tokyo-black-smooth?variant=43915250466990&country=US&utm_content=brandedsearch&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=USA_PMax_Brand&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=19740833419&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19740935207&gbraid=0AAAAADdBSAf_PD0BDaN1yxciE27u-e2Y8&gclid=CjwKCAiAl-_JBhBjEiwAn3rN7fVO-ZKYNd1_UeAAdGYAiMHNg0_Jap2qPu-WjZpKZ-1AkDz3rqaCjRoCOJMQAvD_BwE

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Did you see the college girl purse thread? Sounds like that’s what you are looking for.

Staud has some nice basic bags. Here’s a croco finished bag for $350.
https://staud.clothing/products/ollie-bag-black-croco They also have cute beaded bags.

Or look at Verified https://verafiedny.com/products/black-shoulder-bag?_pos=1&_fid=885c0e41e&_ss=c

OP Here, thanks for the suggestions! I like the Staud one a lot! he other bag The Verified one is a bit more serious than what I was looking for but I'm glad to have found a new brand.

Ok no absolutely no

Those are hideous

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:DeMillier Tokyo https://demellierlondon.com/products/the-tokyo-black-smooth?variant=43915250466990&country=US&utm_content=brandedsearch&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=USA_PMax_Brand&tw_source=google&tw_adid=&tw_campaign=19740833419&tw_kwdid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19740935207&gbraid=0AAAAADdBSAf_PD0BDaN1yxciE27u-e2Y8&gclid=CjwKCAiAl-_JBhBjEiwAn3rN7fVO-ZKYNd1_UeAAdGYAiMHNg0_Jap2qPu-WjZpKZ-1AkDz3rqaCjRoCOJMQAvD_BwE

Definitely!

[Anonymous]

Bottega Veneta small black clutch. It's been my go-to for 20 years. I purchased directly from the factory back when they did tours and you could meet the artisans. Quite the experience. I also use a Kelly Pouchette in black crock for some events, and for more casual parties I like to check out the high street shops for fun clutches.

[Anonymous]

I have more classic taste but think these are all fine. The first one isn’t to my taste but I like it has a zipper. I would not buy the Tokyo because it doesn’t secure things from falling out or being pickpocketed which is important to me, but usually when I go out to fancy occasions I’m in a Euro capital where that is an issue.