Embrace Edge with a Black Bag

A basic black bag is something every girl already owns. In fact, she probably has more than one because the color is an easy, wear-with-anything go-to that doesn’t require much thought.

You can never go wrong with a black bag, but it’s time to take it up a notch. Here’s how to take one from boring to bold and introduce edge into your life.

The Tedious Tote

Chances are the big, black tote you carry to and from the office is just as humdrum as your daily commute. Work tends to be a boring place, but a bag can be a source of handheld excitement. Try one with showy gold hardware that glistens as bright as your Employee of the Month plaque against your bossy business suit.

The Colorless Clutch

The week could barely be beginning and you already have an outfit for the upcoming weekend in mind. If it isn’t in your closet, you’ve already scheduled shopping time into your busy agenda. You, like most women, will probably buy a new dress but plan to just wear it with that one black clutch you always use. This weekend, make your fun more fierce with a new black clutch complete with hardcore studs that will contrast against your blush bodycon.

The Simple Suitcase

Before you get to your beachside resort during your next vacation, you’ll encounter a sea of black suitcases at the airport. Don’t go soft— Make yours stand out by buying a hardshell one instead. It’ll be easier to spot, and you don’t have to worry about your precious souvenirs.

The Boring Backpack

Black, canvas backpacks do their job: toting around all your essentials without straining your spine too much. But they never go above and beyond thanks to their plain appearance. Make a real style statement with a black backpack that adds to your outfit instead of merely existing. Textures, like quilting or reptile skin, can bring any look to life.

You’re worth more than a boring black bag. Go big with one that pushes the style envelope.

Step your style up with a not-so-basic black bag.

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