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These Handbag Colors Will Never Go Out of Style
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When you think about timeless staples, what do you automatically picture? Little black dresses? White button-downs, perhaps? Or how about tailored trousers? While these items are foundational parts of a capsule wardrobe, they're not the only thing that matters. One could argue that accessories, like purses, play a pivotal part too. On a functional level, bags allow us to carry all our essentials out in the world, but on an emotional level, they're a part of defining our personal style. We all have a handbag silhouette that has its place in our closets and hearts—albeit if it's a shopping tote, mini bag, or crossbody style.
While we might alternate between the different types of bags, when it comes to what colors we gravitate toward, that's when they become genuinely timeless. After all, bag trends change from season to season, but colors are less beholden to the trend cycle. Therefore, when investing in a handbag to add to your wardrobe, you must consider buying one that comes in a color you can count on to look chic for years to come. But which hues do you count on to be around for the long haul? Ahead, we're sharing the seven best handbag colors based on their longevity, versatility, and popularity. Scroll on to see which color is your favorite. (And maybe shop a new silhouette.)
Black will always be, well, timeless. You can never go wrong when purchasing a black purse, as the color can pair with just about anything. Plus, designer bags that come in this color retain a higher resale value than any other shade.
The perfect size.
Black can make any bag, no matter what brand it's from, look ten times bougier.
You can't go wrong with investing in a compact crossbody.
Everything about this bag is sublime.
Pro tip: Make your black bag stand out by opting for one with a unique shape.
Just like black, you can't go wrong with any shade of a brown bag. Go through the fashion archives and you'll see more than a handful of brown bags you'd still wear today.
A timeless tote option.
This will elevate any outfit.
So sleek.
Crossbody bags have always been classic, but this chocolate brown hue makes the style even chicer.
She's elegant.
Are you searching for a neutral hue that doesn't feel stale? Consider gray. While black and brown bags may be more common, gray options allow your accessory to feel a bit more unique while still being as versatile as any other color. While we recommend opting for darker gray bags to up the drama, any version of this shade will have the same effect.
Celine is always a good idea.
You can wear this with just about anything.
All of Themoire's bags are made from sustainability sourced materials.
A bag you can wear again and again.
An everyday crossbody bag that makes a statement.
If you need to expand your neutral bag collection, we highly suggest going for any shade of white bag—albeit in beige, ivory, or cream. While this style may take more effort to maintain, the hue is versatile enough to wear year-round.
So '90s.
Simple and chic.
Insider tip: Buying the season's biggest bag in a timeless color will ensure its longevity in your closet.
It pairs well with jeans, a T-shirt, and sneakers.
How cool is the shape?
When you want to make your outfit pop, you can always count on a red bag. Red bags are our favorite styling trick to elevate a neutral outfit.
The key to my heart.
Multiple Who What Wear editors own this bag, so you know it's good.
Larger bags are trending at the moment.
Hot, hot, hot.
Featuring an adjustable strap, this bag can be worn on the shoulder or across the body.
Contrary to its slime-green cousin, darker green hues (like olive or forest green) will never go out of style. There's something about the darker versions of this hue that makes any bag look impeccably chic.
A fashion favorite.
How luxe does this look?
So good for the price.
Here for this.
Chic and easy to wear.
Hear us out: Yellow is a neutral! There will always be room for butter yellow in our closets because it's deliciously fun, and often, the ingredients needed to make any outfit feel brand new again. Your everyday blazer and trouser combinations can serve again with the addition of a yellow handbag.
We're obsessed.
The perfect shape to catch their attention.
Did you start drooling over this bag? Us too.
This is such a current bag.
We're always suckers for a Bottega bag.
Lastly, we'd be remiss to not mention navy blue. Although this color might not seem like the most exciting one of the bunch, it's by far one of the most enduring because of its close ties to our other beloved wardrobe staple: denim. After all, dark-wash denim has remained classic for years, so of course, it would stand to be that in bag form, too! You might not end up wearing this purse with jeans, but you can rest assured that it will remain a perennial favorite of yours for years to come.
It's a need, not a want for us.
So cool.
Navy suede? Don't mind if we do.
Soft to the touch.
The ruched detail makes this tote a rare find.
This post was published at an earlier date and has been updated by Jasmine Fox-Suliaman.
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