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10 Bags Every Woman Should Own

Collecting handbags, when done well, can arguably be considered an art form.
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Collecting handbags, when done well, can arguably be considered an art form. In homage to that, here, the 10 bags every woman should have in her closet. Get your checklist started.From the editors of Harper's Bazaar
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Classic Day Bag in Black

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Whether you're a Chanel girl or Fendi and Vuitton are more your speed, zero in on a bag that has withstood the trends and invest wisely in a noir version.
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Classic Day Bag in Black

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Fendi bag, $2,750; similar styles available at shopBAZAAR.com.
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Neutral Tote

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This is your carry-all. Get one in a color that works with everything, and always look put-together because of it.
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Neutral Tote

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The Row tote, $2,250; saksfifthavenue.com.
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Day Clutch

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For when you don't want the whole tote, but still need to carry your necessities.
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Day Clutch

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Victoria Beckham pouch, $995; victoriabeckham.com.
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Metallic Minaudiere

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Those black tie events and weddings are going to pop up, so be prepared with an evening bag that wears well with everything.
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Metallic Minaudiere

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Reece Hudson Minaudière, $1,395; reecehudson.com.
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Weekend Casual

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For when your neutral tote feels too business, consider this your very chic brunch and shopping bag.
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Weekend Casual

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Céline bag, 212-535-3703.
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Crossbody Party Bag

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This is a style that can be worn with a chain, so it looks chic and leaves you free to dance the night away.
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Crossbody Party Bag

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Saint Laurent bag, $1,890, net-a-porter.com.
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Heritage Bag

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Ideally, this is given to you from your grandmother or mom—think old school Hermès. Or you can always get on the list for a Birkin or Kelly bag to start the family tradition.
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Heritage Bag

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Hermès vintage tote, $12,759, matchesfashion.com.
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Just For Fun

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This is the one that makes you smile and feels perfectly you. A bit of boho fringe? Charming plaid? Make it count.
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Just For Fun

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Valentino clutch, $3,095, mytheresa.com.
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Pop of Color

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We're averse to the saying, but on board for the idea: A colorful bag brightens even the darkest looks.
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Pop of Color

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Prada Saffiano Twin Bag, $2,950.00, Select Prada Boutiques, prada.com.
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The Weekender

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Every girl worth her salt needs a chic, oversized bag for a quick get-away. It doesn't need to be snakeskin—but that doesn't mean it can't be.
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The Weekender

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Givenchy bag, $5,590, luisaviaroma.com.
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