The 2023 Guide to the Best Black Purses, Period
I love bold colors and freaky trends just as much as the next girl, but nothing beats the practicality of a black bag. Black purses go with everything, are essentially seasonless, and are always worth the investment. Buying a black purse is something you will never regret since the bag is one of the best building blocks for a foolproof wardrobe.
With that being said, designers and retailers alike are constantly churning out new handbags, so today, I am here to update you on the best selection of black purses, period. From the dreamiest Chanel bag to a cute '90s shoulder bag you'll never believe is from Amazon, I can guarantee there is something in here for everyone.
This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over nine years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. Here, she leads and manages Who What Wear's editorial team and oversees all editorial content. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Sabrina Carpenter. She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle.
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