CLASSICS

Some of us can't afford to buy purses left and right - especially not designer's purses. If you want ONE purse but you are not sure which one to pick, go for a classic! Invest in a quality designer handbag. These five will withstand the passing of trends and continue to look amazing for years to come. DO NOT buy one just becasue of status - pick one that you really really love. Fashinista picked these five classics: 1. Vanessa Bruno Chain Handle Bag: It is a great, unfussy, and reasonably priced option. It’s a great piece by a relatively new designer and is not instantly recognizable. 2. Mulberry Neely: It’s super lady-like, but functional. The red color is great, but it also comes in nude and steel. 3. Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton Top Handle: It’s so classic and timeless and the quality is impeccable. The no-nonsense shape and color of the one pictured here is a favorite, but there is also a black suede version. 4. Proenza Schouler PS1: Some might say it’s too early to call this a classic, but others disagree. There is nothing overly trendy about it other than its frequent appearance on the arms of celebrities. It’s classic shape and unfussy design definitely gives it staying power. 5. Chanel Quilted Flap Bag: This bag is the ultimate classic handbag. No one can argue its timelessness. It’s been replicated to death, but nothing stands up to the original. It’s impossible not to look chic carrying one of these. (fashionista.com)