the perfect everyday black bag

somegroovychick · Jan 18th, 2009, 09:58 PM

ladies, i need help! i've been searching for the perfect everyday black bag and i haven't been able to find anything. i'm willing to pay up to $500 for it- preferably leather (but not patent) or suede. any ideas? any sites?
it needs to be big enough to hold a book, an apple, a bit of my makeup, cellphone, my wallet, and a few other essentials. needs to be a shoulder bag and has to have a zip top, although if its fabulous, i'm willing to forgo that.

thank you!

wishkamar · Jan 18th, 2009, 11:13 PM

http://www.fossil.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=12052&catalogId=10052&departmentCategory Id=30000&categoryId=211506&productId=22026273&Ne=1 5&N=4294959889&Ns=p_weight|0||p_order_history|1&re c=5&pn=c&imagePath=ZB2133216

http://www.fossil.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=12052&catalogId=10052&departmentCategory Id=30000&categoryId=211508&productId=22068674&Ne=1 5&N=4294959889&Ns=p_weight|0||p_order_history|1&re c=5&pn=c&imagePath=ZB2126001

http://www1.macys.com/catalog/produc...tegoryID=27692

I'd consider these as nice everyday bag. They're available in black.

njgal · Jan 18th, 2009, 11:22 PM

Try Coach Totes

I have this one from last year - big enough to carry around all my stuff

Chamak · Jan 19th, 2009, 11:41 AM

m0851, Made in Montreal, authentic since 1987 / Fait à Montréal, authentique depuis 1987 - they've got a store downtown. expensive but delicious leather bags!

Rudsak - a friend of mine bought a leather bag from here, it was very nice!

Pareezay · Jan 19th, 2009, 01:07 PM

N, you need to drop by your nearest TJ Maxx and you will find exactly what you're looking for! They have the perfect stuff.

malta · Jan 19th, 2009, 02:29 PM

I once saw hte most gorgeous black bag from Cole Haan (or was it Michael Kors) at Macy's last year. One of these days....

bebo · Jan 19th, 2009, 04:58 PM

You don't need to shell out 500 bucks for an everyday use bag.... just stop by the nearest Ross , Marshall or TJ max and you can get good designer hand bags for 100 to 150 $. I like Kenneth cole's bags.They are stylish and functional.
Handbags at Kenneth Cole Official Site

somehowcollide · Jan 20th, 2009, 09:02 AM

A gorgeous Marc by Marc Jacobs, I love their pebbled leather, and their signature turnlock looks really classic. This one is a zip top Totally Turn-Lock Teri Shoulder Bag*-* Neiman Marcus

I also love this M by MJ bag as well, Totally Turnlock Quinn Shoulder Bag*-* Neiman Marcus It doesn't have the zip top, but it does have the turnlock and looks really roomy.

And this M by MJ is probably one of their most popular, the Faridah hobo Turn-Lock Faridah Hobo, Cranberry Field or Nero*-* Neiman Marcus

Do you like Kooba? They have lovely, leather, mid-range handbags. This one has a really unique shape and would certainly stand out! Riley - Kooba Official Store

If you want something that is a little more classic you might consider this Botkier bag http://www.botkier.com/handbags/rex_hobo.html make sure to switch the color so that you can see it in black. Their leather and finishing is really superb.

BlueFly always has a great bargains too, today they are running a promotion with 15% off everything! Here's a few things that I found:

This Furla bag has form and function, and is a suede option that you could consider Furla black suede 'Empire' large shoulder bag at Bluefly

This Celine bag is GORGEOUS, but it is priced above what you intended to spend, check it out anyway! Celine black calfskin wooden hardware shoulder bag at Bluefly

Do you like Tumi? They make to die for luggage. If you like their minimalist designs, you might like this bag Tumi black contrast leather trim shoulder bag at Bluefly

And a couple from Overstock

Oscar De la Renta: O by Oscar de La Renta Hobo Bag from Overstock.com

Michael Kors: MICHAEL Michael Kors Brookville Large Shoulder Bag from Overstock.com

mahismart · Jan 20th, 2009, 10:40 AM

LeSportsac Deluxe Everyday Bag - Black

Adjustable shoulder strap, back pocket with zipped closure, zip out expandable front compartment, two front pockets with zipped closures, two main compartments with zipped closures.

Lucky Brand Leather Stash Bag

Lucky Brand Leather Stash Bag (Black) - Flap

Guess Opera Large Satchel

Guess Opera Large Satchel | Women's - Black - FREE SHIPPING at Onlineshoes.com=

BlushingRose · Jan 20th, 2009, 01:17 PM

Dior Plisse Collection

somegroovychick · Jan 20th, 2009, 03:54 PM

girls, you're AWESOME!!!!

i have so much to look through, thanks again!

i was leaning towards the marc by marc jacobs faridah- have had my eye on it for months now, but its sold out in toronto. boo!

somegroovychick · Jan 20th, 2009, 03:56 PM

these two are really nice!
Riley - Kooba Official Store

B. Makowsky "Jakarta" Shopper - Shoulder Bags - Handbags & Accessories - Macy's
although this one looks nicer in the brown, i think... hrmmm.... this is going to be tough!

Rudsak have super nice bags too.

somegroovychick · Jan 20th, 2009, 03:58 PM

shayzers, no tj maxx in canadia, remember?

Pareezay · Jan 20th, 2009, 04:20 PM

You want me to search for Marc here and send it to ya?

somegroovychick · Jan 20th, 2009, 04:59 PM

hrmm.... perhaps....

somehowcollide · Jan 21st, 2009, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by somegroovychick

girls, you're AWESOME!!!!

i have so much to look through, thanks again!

i was leaning towards the marc by marc jacobs faridah- have had my eye on it for months now, but its sold out in toronto. boo!

LOVEEE the Faridah.

It pops up on eBay all the time, often brand new!

somehowcollide · Jan 21st, 2009, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by somegroovychick

these two are really nice!
Riley - Kooba Official Store

B. Makowsky "Jakarta" Shopper - Shoulder Bags - Handbags & Accessories - Macy's
although this one looks nicer in the brown, i think... hrmmm.... this is going to be tough!

Rudsak have super nice bags too.

Yes, I love that Kooba bag! I discovered Kooba in the past year or two and I just love the look, feel and craftsmanship of their bags.

somegroovychick · Jan 21st, 2009, 03:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by somehowcollide

LOVEEE the Faridah.

It pops up on eBay all the time, often brand new!

thats where i'm looking!

hareem01 · Jan 21st, 2009, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shay9164

N, you need to drop by your nearest TJ Maxx and you will find exactly what you're looking for! They have the perfect stuff.

What is Tj Maxx?

naqsa · Jan 21st, 2009, 06:14 PM

This one isn't black but OMG it's stunning

Michael Kors*-* MICHAEL Michael Kors Pacific Grab Bag, Gold

SGC, there are really great MK bags at Yorkdale...some under $500. I would prefer to try the bag on and feel it before I buy it!