best handbags

Handcrafted of cotton with leather trim in smoky beige, this complex bowling bag from India carries on the artisanal traditions of West Bengal's Shantiniketan region. Featuring an original design by Kailash and Anurag, the bag is detailed with batik motifs, using a wax resist along with colorful dyes. An ID tag dangles from one of the straps, and two belt buckles at the side adjust the bag's size. Opening with a tuck lock clasp, the front flap lifts to reveal a pocket for storing small items and accessories. The bag's main zipper opens to a lined interior in candy apple red, complete with a zipper pocket and an open pocket.

By Javanese artisan Nell, this stylish jute coin purse features a solid color in sky blue with a silvery lotus flower that is realized in gleaming embroidery and glass beads. Opening with a leather-tasseled zipper, the coin purse reveals a lined interior that is divided into two compartments. On the back, this purse features the embroidered Indonesian phrase Berkah Dalem (By the grace of God).

The ultimate accessory perfect for every occasion is undoubtedly this vibrant shoulder bag meticulously hand-woven from cotton by the skilled artisans of the Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza) in Guatemala. Distinguished by its lively hued stripes, this stylish bag is accompanied by a detachable and adjustable strap in burnt sienna leather. This perfect sized bag is fastened securely with a zippered closure and a zippered pocket at the back. Its interior is fully lined and includes an open pocket for organization.

Spring awakens in this pencil case, ideal for keeping your writing or cosmetic tools organized with ease. Laura Leticia Burrion of Guatemala designs the case, which is woven from cotton on a traditional loom and trimmed with tan leather. The bag is fully lined in polyester and closes with a zipper, letting its green flower pattern seal securely.

Waves of embroidered red cotton invite romance inside this handle bag, crafted by Guatemala's Life and Hope Women's Association. The artisan team uses the best cotton yarns and caramel leather accents to create this piece, made in a chic round shape. A zipper closure completes the design, securing the lined, generous interior.