The Best Luxury Bags Worth the Investment 

It won’t fit your laptop, yet this Prada Cleo shoulder bag is so sleek and minimal that it will easily match any outfit you wear. Its sophisticated design reinterprets an iconic look from the 1990s. Cleo features curved lines rounded on the bottom, and although it has a sort of hobo shape, the structure of the bag is durable and solid.   

Brushed leather gives the bag a polished, and satin surface. Which also provides you with versatile options of styling this bag with many outfits, mixing and matching textures like leather pants, silk dresses, mohair sweaters and more. The only decorating metal on this bag is a triangle Prada logo.   

One downside is an absence of a zipper. Although you might feel unsafe for your keys and a phone, many of those who chose this bag either add a little canvas pouch inside or make sure to carry it on a shoulder as close as possible.   

One of the best and most desired bags is the Chanel Classic Flap shoulder bag. This particular one was created in 1985-1990s. I suggest the vintage/reseller market when it comes to classic Chanel bags simply because the quality of the production was much better.   

The Classic bag, introduced by Gabrielle Chanel, has always been an epiphany of elegance and guarantee of quality. Featuring original diamond quilting, chain-link shoulder strap and the iconic interlocking CC turn-lock, this navy-blue lambskin Classic Flap bag will never go out of style and can be easily worn dressed up or down. 

Hermes bags, particularly Kelly and Birkin, are two iconic designs, accessible to few, desirable by many. The reason is not only a steep price, but a necessity to get on the customer wait list at the boutique, and become a loyal customer until you will finally get your turn to buy the dream bag. However, there is also a reseller option, (f you do not feel like buying silk scarfs and riding boots until you get approved).  

Now, back to Kelly. The bag was first created by Robert Dumas, the son-in-law of Emile Hermés, (the grandson of founder Thierry Hermés), for Hollywood legend Grace Kelly in the late 1950s. The design remains the same up until now: effortlessly elegant, simple yet sophisticated and conveniently spacious. Trends have no influence over this bag. No outfit would not look good with Hermes Kelly. And the fact that this bag only increases in value, especially on reseller platforms, only makes it more desirable among fashionistas, business women, celebrities and others.   

This particular made-in-France bag features a trapeze shape, signature singles straps, twist-lock fastening, and gold-tone hardware.   

If you like the style of Hermes Kelly but are not willing to spend ten thousand dollars on it, check out this Saint Laurent Manhattan purse.

It also features a small flap on top, compression tabs on the sides and an adjustable shoulder strap. It is an elegant, yet minimal-looking purse which works for both, a corporate worker who primarily wears suits and for a mom who is running some errands and bringing kids to school.  

The Row brand has become a favourite among minimalists since the Olsen sisters established it in 2006. The impeccable quality, timeless silhouettes and precise tailoring of each piece speak for themselves, justifying the high price by considering that you will own each piece for a long time.  

Although they have many bags to choose from, —where each bag is finely crafted and designed to withstand time and fleeting trends, —this particular one is a favorite among business professionals. The purse is softly structured with a top-handle which means you can fit in all your work necessities, and easily transport it wherever you go.   

The Row Margaux is finished in polished saddle leather and features delicate belt closure detail, gusseted side panels and interior toggle closure.

It is quite strange, and not every brand is capable of doing that, but when Gucci uses their monogram all over a bag or a scarf it does not look outdated a few seasons later. In fact, it only increases the value of an item. Gucci Horsebit 1955 shoulder bag is one of those accessories. 

Despite the classic GG-canvas, the bag looks minimal and sophisticated. Despite its compact size, it fits small objects like a phone, a tablet, a wallet and a lipstick and even more. It features three interior compartments, a web-striped shoulder strap, and horsebit detail on the front.  

Relatively new Loewe geometric Puzzle Bag is not going anywhere. Designed by Creative Director Jonathan Anderson in 2014 its unique apperance keeps attracting more and more people. It is surprisingly versatile and impressively easy to wear in four different ways: shoulder, clutch, fold flat and crossbody.   

The bag is made of buttery-soft calfskin, (yet the grain can vary from style to style.)  

Moreover, the bag is available in a few sizes, but this small one can hold all your essentials with no issue: a mobile phone, sunglasses and a wallet. It features one exterior zip pocket and an interior slip pocket to keep your items accessible and secure.   

Although Celine Teen Triomphe is a fairly new bag on the market, with this brand you can be sure, you are buying something more timeless than another it-bag of a season. The brand’s designs always feel more discreet and no wonder they are chosen by those who prefer the effortless style and classic design. Celine masterly balances classic and contemporary in every piece they create, and this particular bag is not an exception.   

Triomphe features clean, curved lines and art deco-style clasp closures. What is there to ever go out of style? This little purse will accompany your outfits for decades and later can be passed down as an heirloom.   

It features a crossbody strap, which makes it easy to wear, a calfskin exterior and a lambskin lining. Satisfied owners of this bag say that it isn’t just beautiful, but practical too. The Triomphe has three inner compartments and an inner zipped pocket to keep your belongings safe.  

Even though Coach Pillow Tabby was all over Instagram when it came out, it did not reduce the value of this bag. And, it is no wonder the bag also landed on this list of the best luxury purses. 

 The design is inspired by the structured silhouette of the archival 1970s. It features a fluffy cloud-like Nappa leather exterior and plenty of space for all essentials.   

Although it is a puffy-looking bag, it does not look or feel bulky when you wear it under your shoulder. Besides, the style is so versatile, you can wear it with both jeans and hoodies, and suits and dresses.  

My personal favourite is the Bottega Veneta Cassette bag. Those bags are available in various colours and is intricately woven from leather or suede. Those bags also come in a few different sizes, where a medium is the most versatile one.   

The Cassette is functional as well: you can easily dress it up or down, and wear it on your shoulder or cross-body by using a narrow strap. It is a favourite bag of many fashion editors for its unique design, convenience of wear, and ability to turn from an it-bag of 2019 to one of the essential accessories.  

Speaking of iconic baguette bags. Recently Fendi celebrated the renaissance of their ’90s and ’00s bags. No longer it was seen only in scenes of Sex and The City, but all-over social media on influencers and fashionistas.   

This rectangular purse, although updated, remains recognizable, with the perfect shape that sits comfortably beneath your arm. The Fendi Mini Baguette also features gold logo hardware. Overall, the design is ideal for anyone looking to add some 90s touch to their outfits.