“The statement of the season was the clutch. Unfortunately, if you have things you actually need to carry around, that won’t do it. Here are 10 other options.”
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Karla Martinez, Fashion Market and Accessories Director

“I love this cross-body bag because its totally hands-free, but you can take off the strap and have a very chic briefcase” (3.1 Phillip Lim ink cross-body bag, $750,
lyst.com).

“The rich texture of this Bottega bag makes it perfect for fall, and it can easily be filled to the brim” (Bottega Veneta velvet and python bag, $4,500,
lyst.com).

“I love the idea of a white bag for fall—the black trim is enough to give it a fall feeling” (Celine white with black trim bag, $2,900,
celine.com).

“Ladylike handbags are always a must, and this Fendi is a true collectible” (Fendi Anna handbag, $2,390,
lyst.com).

“I just bought this bag in black suede—I can’t wait to wear it” (Gucci black leather handbag, $2,100,
lyst.com).

“Tod’s colorful, playful take on the wrist clutch is a perfect addition to anyone’s wardrobe” (Tod’s two-tone python clutch, $1,845,
tods.com).

“Furry bags are a winter staple—warm up with Tom Ford’s clutch in bright purple” (Tom Ford purple antelope and leather clutch, $4,250,
tomford.com).

“This bag gives me a chic cowgirl feeling” (Reece Hudson black/navy lambskin and crocodile cross-body, $1,495,
lyst.com).

“A great pochette to fit my BlackBerry, Moleskine notebook, and a lipstick” (Misela python Lara pochette, $670,
miselaistanbul.com).

“For the practical girl in me. I love this bag in hunter green—it’s a great alternative to black” (Chloé Madeleine bag in hunter green, $2,130,
net-a-porter.com).