Move over Gucci and Louis Vuitton: these local handbag designers are making gifting easier than ever for Mother’s Day. Jeanne Beker searched the city for the best bags with purse-onality that Mom will love.
A. Fringe bag
“This is a great casual, slouchy bag, and it’s fun to see suede in the summer. The fringe detailing is so playful and boho chic.” Brave Leather, $375, braveleather.com
B. Hand-braided pouch
“I love the tassels and I love the cord. It’s a bucket, but the drawstring makes it very interesting. And that braided strap is beautiful.” Eleven Thirty Shop, $360, eleventhirtyshop.com
C. Little black bag
“This is a very sleek, gorgeous little bag to just throw over your shoulder. It’s very elegant and understated.” Sonya Lee, $274, sonyalee.co
D. Bucket bag
“A bag like this makes such a strong statement. It’s very artisanal, and from a distance it looks like raffia!” La Canadienne, $650, 138 Cumberland St.
“I love the little zipper compartments and that you can wear it as a crossbody or over your shoulder.” Opelle, $655, opellecanada.com
F. Baguette satchel
“This has a retro vibe; it almost looks vintage! It’s so beautifully made, so classic and gorgeous. And I love the hardware.” Uppdoo, $345, uppdoo.com
G. Pebble bucket bag
“What a splash of colour! Bucket bags are hot and happening, and you can really fit a lot into this one.” Ela, $108, elahandbags.com
H. Woven crossbody
“I love a crossbody especially in the summer and spring months, and this faux leather has such pretty texture with the way that it’s woven.” Espe, $98, espe.ca
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