A few days ago, I cleaned out my purse in public. I was at the pool with my kids and my friend and her kids, and I just had it. I was looking for something. I don’t even remember what but I couldn’t find it. Instead I found Skylanders. And random pieces of food. (gross!) And melted chocolate. Oops. I broke my rule about eating all the chocolate again. And a whole lot of trash, at least some of which I didn’t put there. And a stuffed animal. And goggles.
No wonder moms need big purses! Except on date night. On date night, I’m all about the small purse.
Okay, okay. I just love purses. But I don’t ever really spend much on them. That’s a shame.
I have to admit it, I love to have a pretty purse or bag. I hate to spend money on a new purse for myself though, so I am very excited when I am given a nice one as a gift! I’ve picked out the ten best purses I would love to get as a gift, based on brand reputation, reviews on Amazon, and adorable cuteness or elegant swank. This is my purse wish list. I’m willing to share – it can be your purse wish list too.
1. I really love this beautiful and large cross body bag from Fossil. I might have to buy this one. It’s gorgeous, neutral, and has 4.5 stars which is pretty much as high as it gets for handbags on Amazon. It comes in brown, dark brown and black ( I love all three) and is 100% Leather.
2. I’m a big fan of pink purses. Splash of color and all. And this gorgeous and generously sized purse from Kate Spade makes me drool. I need some Kate Spade in my life! Made of 100% Cow Spit Leather (never heard of that term before) and available in 34 *gorgeous* colors!
3. Everybody wants a good COACH purse right? This one makes me smile, and the color choices are numerous but I chose this elegant neutral silver for this design. I’ve heard COACH purses last forever. Someone needs to get me one so I can test that against Mommydom! This one gets 5 stars on Amazon. Nice!
4. Purple. I’m not an old woman yet, but I shall certainly wear purple if I find some I like. This purple purse is the perfect color of purple for me – dark enough to not jump out at you, and girly enough with an understated elegance. Also, Michael Kors. And big enough to carry my computer. It says it’s a “medium tote bag”. But (ahem) I have a large body and need a large body purse. And I’m a mom. This is purse is my size!
5. I have some Levenger bags. The leather is so beautiful and soft and real and they come with a sweet velvety bag to store them in! I love my Fortunata Tote. I especially love this beauty. I actually carry this bag in canvas every single day. It’s so handy! I’ve had my eye on the leather version since the bag came out this year.
6. Okay this handbag – from Kattee – is cute. 4.5 Stars on Amazon. Two color options ( this one or black) and perfect for date night or any time it’s a little too dressy to go BIG. Still a great size!
7. I didn’t even know Dooney and Bourke existed before tonight (I thought that was something fake on TV) but they do have very sweet handbags in real leather and FIVE STARS on Amazon which is huge. I love this red one. I’ve been looking for a red bag.
8. Vintage and Floral. And leather. And American-made. I am loving this gorgeous floral purse from V-Mate. I’ve never heard of this brand, but this looks like quality and I would buy it in a heartbeat. Beautiful.
9. Can we say date night again? Because this bag is little, but ADORABLE and I would carry it on a date any day. So orange! So Fall! So sweet. Okay, enough. It’s Tory Burch. It’s orange.
10. It’s cute, its classic, and its COACH. And we are giving it away to one lucky winner. You know you want this one! Enter below.
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Ann James says
September 4, 2016 at 4:13 PMOh I love number 10!!!!
Cat says
September 7, 2016 at 4:22 PMSo do I
Angela M. says
September 7, 2016 at 1:11 AMLove! ?Love! ?Love! ?
TracyMomofTwo says
September 7, 2016 at 1:36 AMNumber 6 is cute. I’ve never had a fancy purse. Usually a jean purse or something just small but cheap and served it’s purpose.
Sonia Baez says
September 7, 2016 at 1:51 AMThese bags are lovely. They look very elegant.
Deanna Harrison says
September 7, 2016 at 2:03 AMI really like the bright colors of the purse, and it would go perfectly with my tendancy to wear black, white and pops of color.
Amy C says
September 7, 2016 at 2:10 AMI could use a new purse and the flowers and color on this one are fabulous!
Holly says
September 7, 2016 at 4:16 AMSo pretty! I get in a rut with purses and always buy brown or black.
Susan says
September 7, 2016 at 6:07 AMCute purse-I don’t often spend money on purses so this gave me a bit of direction, thanks
Andrea F. says
September 7, 2016 at 6:33 AMThis purses are just adorable. Might have to buy some for myself!
Darcy Carmichael says
September 7, 2016 at 6:44 AMI would love to win because I’m pretty sure my niece would love this!
Liz says
September 7, 2016 at 7:05 AMWhat a way to carry summer with you. Beautiful!
Joede F says
September 7, 2016 at 7:47 AMGood purses are hard to come by at affordable priced and receiving one free is a great price.
Nicole Sparks says
September 7, 2016 at 7:57 AMMy current purse is falling apart.
Amy says
September 7, 2016 at 8:15 AMI’m actually an incredibly non-competitive person! I do not like to win AT ALL and usually feel bad if I do win at something. However, with give-a-ways, I love to win those because I “pay it forward” and give the gift to someone else!
Heather says
September 7, 2016 at 8:26 AMI love it and it’s cute! I need a new purse
Dianna Auton says
September 7, 2016 at 8:30 AMIt’s such a beautiful bag, who wouldn’t want to win it.
Amanda says
September 7, 2016 at 8:39 AMI don’t splurge on purses for myself, and I would love to win this one! I like your top 10 list…especially the hot pink Kate Spade, the silver Coach, the purple Michael Kors, the vintage V-Mate, and of course the floral Kate Spade. Awesome choices!! Have a great day!!
Cheryl s. says
September 7, 2016 at 8:49 AMLove number 10 – I love totes!
Lori H says
September 7, 2016 at 9:10 AMIt’s nice to get nice things ?These purses are nice.
Tara H says
September 7, 2016 at 9:20 AMI love purses!
Amber says
September 7, 2016 at 9:44 AMWhat a perfect list!
Raven says
September 7, 2016 at 9:51 AMHow about showing us purses that are good yet affordable? I cannot justify spending over $50 for a purse and I know all of these brands run in the hundreds of dollars. I have four kids and their needs come before a freaking purse.
Amy Blevins says
September 7, 2016 at 8:56 PMSadly, the purses I usually purchase ($9-12 on clearance) have unexplained tears, stains, rips, and holes within a few months. So I keep making that purchase over and over. I have heard that a high quality purse can last for years and years. I’d like to test that theory. I have six kids and can understand the cost issue. It’s why I don’t have my own pair of tennis shoes, wear jeans that are four years old, and shop at thrift stores. That’s also why I wouldn’t buy one of these for myself, but would love to get something this amazing as a gift. My husband does occasionally splurge on me for which I am always grateful.
Brenda Lim says
September 7, 2016 at 10:36 AMWOW!!!!! I must say you have nice taste in purses. When I purchase purses I think of them more out of necessity vs fashion statement. So I never considered splurging for one as an accessory. A pop of color would definitely be a change for me!
Amy Blevins says
September 7, 2016 at 8:53 PMI do not purchase purses like this for myself, I usually by the ones that are just a few dollars off the clearance rack. But I’ve been told over and over by friends that the brand name purses last forever, and the ones I get on clearance certainly do not last long. I would *love* to get one of these as a gift. Like I said, these are on my wishlist.
Charisse says
September 7, 2016 at 11:06 AMI love bags, but due to the last few years a new name brand bag is out of reach. Would love to win this giveaway. Thanks for the opportunity.
Lisa Fetty says
September 7, 2016 at 11:10 AMThese bags are all gorgeous! That Kate Spade is so pretty!
Theresa says
September 7, 2016 at 11:23 AMI have always used a backpack. It would be nice to have a classy purse for a change. Love it!
Lori B. says
September 7, 2016 at 12:10 PMI like to win stuff as then I have money to spend on other things we need! I’ve never had an expensive purse before!
Jeannette says
September 7, 2016 at 12:29 PMI have not bought a new purse in 20 yrs. I really love #1
Jill Miller says
September 7, 2016 at 4:37 PMwhat’s not to love about winning??
Paula says
September 7, 2016 at 6:14 PMIt’s fun!
Sara says
September 7, 2016 at 8:37 PMI love this post! I love purses, but haven’t bought myself a new one in a LONG time.
Amy Blevins says
September 7, 2016 at 8:50 PMI tend to buy myself the $9 kind on clearance. But I would love to be given one of these as a gift!
Sheila says
September 7, 2016 at 9:07 PMWhat’s not to love…Kate Spade is great.
Kristina Stephens Gray says
September 8, 2016 at 12:28 AMI love purses!
Melissa Cazares says
September 8, 2016 at 3:09 PM3 and 7 are really cute.
Amy says
September 8, 2016 at 9:35 PMI like 1,3,6 and 7
Devon says
September 9, 2016 at 8:03 AMI like to win so that I can give the item away as a present! This one would be especially perfect for my sister! Trying to be frugal and save money, especially with Christmas shopping starting, winning a giveaway would help with the budget!!
Michelle says
September 9, 2016 at 7:57 PMI am a bag/purse lady too! And I refuse to spend a lot on them. Love your picks and I extra love the giveaway! ❤️
Kari says
September 10, 2016 at 2:56 AMI love the Kattee purse, too, but it’s much too small to be a functional purse for me as a mom of four…okay, nevermind the mom part; I just haul a lot around with me. The Levenger is more my style (love totes!), but I think I like it a little bigger. Also found it to be pricey, especially the leather ones!! So for now I’ll stick with what I have. 🙂
Karyn H. says
September 10, 2016 at 6:45 AMI would love a new purse. Fun!
Tamara Dillard says
September 23, 2016 at 11:45 AMThese are beautiful purses. I would love to be able to buy purses like this but on a soldier’s income and college kids that isn’t possible. I am always hoping to win one. My best friend has told me I need to buy myself just 1 Coach purse or Kate Spade purse before I die because I would totally understand the love of them. Maybe one day. Thanks for sharing this list. I definitely love to window shop online!
Sarah Richter says
September 23, 2016 at 12:53 PMI definitely love Number 10 the best but they are all beautiful. I would love a bag that I can take to my homeschool co-op and stay better organized rather than the million bags I feel like I’m always hauling and searching through. Thanks for this great giveaway!
Allie says
September 23, 2016 at 2:07 PMI love, love, love Kate Spade! It holds up and looks classy. I’ve splurged on a few & they’re wearing so well! But something colorful like that would be such a fun addition.
Jennifer says
September 23, 2016 at 9:12 PMI love this blog because I’m a homeschool Mom and I;m always looking for that perfect purse to carry many things. This blog was amazing and the purses are all so beautiful! Thank you. 🙂
Donna McBride says
September 23, 2016 at 11:39 PMThey are all beautiful. Normally I keep my eye out at the thrift shops as I can not bring myself to spend a lot of money on something that is meant to hold my money. The one time I did spend good money on a nice purse my 4 year old daughter took it and filled it up with stuff and said it was her’s.
Katie says
September 23, 2016 at 11:43 PMAbsolutely love the colors in the Kate Spade purse !
Amy Blevins says
September 23, 2016 at 11:57 PMme too! It’s so cute.
Kimberly R says
September 23, 2016 at 11:52 PMI would love to win because purses can be so expensive and I would love to get a new one. I haven’t purchased a new one in several years as we have a limited budget.
Lynda says
November 9, 2016 at 2:48 PMOrange is my color.
Danielle Clark says
December 3, 2016 at 12:08 PMThanks!
Amelia Lightle says
December 3, 2016 at 9:35 PMWould LOVE this bag!
Angela K. says
December 29, 2016 at 12:47 AMI actually looked at this article to get ideas for a new purse because my old one just bit the dust, but these are all way out of my price range. I do have to admit that I had been looking at the Fossil bag though… alas, just a dream.
Annie Currier says
December 29, 2016 at 9:45 AMI would love to win! I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect purse for years! I’m going to research all of your suggestions.?
Carol says
February 2, 2017 at 7:23 PMMy kids were just noticing last week that my shoulder strap is coming apart on my current purse. It would GREAT to win a new purse!
Jennifer Lang says
March 31, 2017 at 10:15 PMI love Kate Spade purses!!!
Clarissa West says
May 2, 2017 at 9:38 PMOrange
Leiah Zaragoza says
May 4, 2017 at 3:28 AMThis color! This light neutral shade is perfect! With the reversible two options, would match practically any outfit, and put a little pep in a busy mom’s step!
Carrie says
May 4, 2017 at 10:41 PMThese are all so cute! I love all things pink for summer. Thanks for the chance to win.
Wendy Miles says
May 4, 2017 at 10:59 PMGreen, orange or magenta would have to be for sure my favorite colors for a fun summer bag. I have a Coach purse now and the durability is absolutely amazing!
Lindsey R. says
May 4, 2017 at 11:03 PMI love basic black handbags, but the floral is lovely!
Sheryl Roth says
May 4, 2017 at 11:13 PMMy favorite is the white with beige coach design.
Amy M. from NC says
May 4, 2017 at 11:13 PMI happen to like them all! I like both vibrant, springy colors and neutral any season colors.
Beth says
May 4, 2017 at 11:24 PMI’d say #6 … but it’s nearly a tie with #7! =)
Lydia says
May 4, 2017 at 11:43 PMI would love violet or purple for a summer tote! Lovely purses!
Michelle Taylor says
May 4, 2017 at 11:52 PMI am using a tan right now. I would love a aqua or bright blue.
Kirsten says
May 5, 2017 at 12:04 AMI’d pick the khaki color. I love a good tote.
Glenda B. says
May 5, 2017 at 12:06 AMMy favorite summer tote is the Coach City Tote. But the only way I would ever own an expensive bag like this is to win one. If I did win though my favorite color for the bag would be the color shown above, the Light Khaki & Chalk color combo. I tend to go with soft, neutral colors.
Dawn says
May 5, 2017 at 12:14 AMKhaki
Scottaprilchristmas says
May 5, 2017 at 12:39 AMThe pink Kate Spade one looks incredible. I love purses but don’t really have fancy ones.
Mandy says
May 5, 2017 at 1:06 AMI like number 5
Leigh says
May 5, 2017 at 5:00 AMThank you!
Psalm23 says
May 5, 2017 at 6:21 AMI would opt for a deep purple.
Stephanie says
May 5, 2017 at 6:30 AMthanks for hosting. I may need to check out the levenger canvas bag
Lisa H says
May 5, 2017 at 7:02 AMI love the light neutral color. I have a nice dark purse and just got a bright pink 🙂 but am lacking a good light-colored purse.
Jessica says
May 5, 2017 at 8:05 AMMy favorite colored summer purse is a blue and white Vera Bradley. I do like the neutral white of the pictures Coach purse. I would love to win this! Thank you for doing this giveaway!
Sandy M says
May 5, 2017 at 8:24 AMI like tan because it goes with almost everything and hides any dirt that might get picked up from shopping carts, benches or the hands of the littles as they help! 🙂 Another brand I LOVE is Miche! Easy to swap out the exterior for a whole new look in one minutes flat!! 🙂 Definetely a busy mom bag!!
Janice Adams says
May 5, 2017 at 8:57 AMI LOVE #3 , I would like it even more in a black or brown
Jessica Boivin says
May 5, 2017 at 9:12 AMLove a classical timeless purse!
Sharon Normark says
May 5, 2017 at 9:31 AMNumber 8 is my favorite. I love the vintage rose!
Kristin J DeFazio says
May 5, 2017 at 10:19 AMI don’t have a favorite color tote.
Charlotte says
May 5, 2017 at 10:58 AMEnjoyed “window” shopping with you! So many other priorities that I don’t often think about special purses. I would totally wear purple with you!
C. Webb says
May 5, 2017 at 11:18 AMI love bags in neutral colors, but I’d love a pretty aqua bag.
Kristie says
May 5, 2017 at 12:11 PMLove the pink! Thanks for the give a way!
Nancy C. says
May 5, 2017 at 1:28 PMI love all the bags but the Fossil purse in light brown would be really nice.
Keri Archer says
May 5, 2017 at 2:17 PMThe silver coach bag is my favorite. Thank you for the opportunity to win the gorgeous tote and clutch.
Stephanie Gaddis says
May 5, 2017 at 4:14 PMLove the Kate Spade bag!!
Nikki Rod says
May 5, 2017 at 9:10 PMI love a neutral purse. Brown, grey, tan… not too flashy.
Sugarbean1966 says
May 6, 2017 at 12:53 AMChalk color is good.
elisabeth s says
May 6, 2017 at 1:52 PMMY favorite summer purse that I own is cream with large blue flowers on it. FRom your list my favorite is the sliver coach. I do prefer more neutral colors, so I like the color of the tote shown in the video.
Amy Crawford says
May 6, 2017 at 5:50 PMI like my bags to be in neutral colors.
Amy McPherson says
May 7, 2017 at 1:52 PMLight Khaki
Amy P says
May 8, 2017 at 3:48 PMI love the purple purse also.
Angela S says
May 9, 2017 at 4:54 AMThese are awesome! I love a good neutral colored purse… but I also love a pop of color sometimes.
Jen M. says
July 1, 2017 at 4:44 AMI appreciate the recommendations, but it would be nice to see some non-leather options. I never realized what went into making leather (of course I always knew it was cow skin) but didn’t ever think of the realities until recently. I think it’s important to see where it comes from and make sure you’re ok with carrying that around. More non- cow skin purse options would be great! Thanks for your input!
Brittany Haley says
January 18, 2018 at 11:21 AMLoving these options! Looking into some of the crossbodies!
Becki says
February 7, 2018 at 4:57 PMI came across your blog while searching for the perfect purse for a mom. Mine just bit the dust and I also hate spending a lot. I have 4 kids, so I’m not ready to downsize too much, but I don’t want to carry a suitcase around!
Tonya says
March 1, 2018 at 3:04 AMLove #7
Evelyn Nathan says
May 5, 2018 at 3:24 AMWith the kids, many mothers find it difficult to carry handbags. So she likes to take a small purse. you share the beautiful and loving purses. I like that. Thanks a lot for this beauty Enjoying article with me. I appreciate it very much!