8 of the best black-owned brands for stylish handbags

This Brandon Blackwood mini leather crossbody bag comes with an adjustable shoulder strap for added versatility. It’s available in fun variations like this one in pink sheepskin, which is perfect for a fun weekend getaway with friends. And if variety is your thing, the brand has over 300 styles to choose from, in shapes and colors to suit any occasion imaginable.

Founded by Aurora James, Brother Vellies aims to maintain traditional African techniques and design practices while creating sustainable craft jobs. Known for its understated yet extremely luxurious products, the brand’s product craftsmanship speaks for itself, as with the Nile Croc embossed leather top-handle bag. Available in two colors, the orange iteration of the bag lends a gorgeous pop of color to an outfit, while the croc-embossed leather print adds an element of whimsy. For anyone with an aversion to flashy brand logos, this bag subtly features the brand’s signature teardrop logo in the hardware, adding a lovely metallic gold touch that also complements any jewelry. Genius.

The Off-White Diag Flap Bag is an on-trend take on a timeless silhouette. The box bag features a bold black and white pattern with a bronze metal finish. But what takes it to the next level is the adjustable yellow logo shoulder strap, a signature touch that makes the brand famous and an addition that makes this bag really stand out.

Petite Kouraj’s Mini Fringe bags are for those of us who like to make a statement. Ethically produced and handcrafted in Haiti, this bag comes in 32 different colors and features gorgeous fringes that move with the wearer, as well as satin pouch inserts that adjust to the size of the products to inside without permanently altering the shape of the bag.

For someone with a more eclectic style, Eadas is a must-have brand. The brand approaches its designs with the intention of tailoring each piece to the wearer’s unique lifestyle, and each product can be worn on its own or accessorized with the brand’s handmade jewelry. One standout piece (and there are plenty of them) is this shoulder bag with adjustable shoulder straps. The grained leather offers a quality that will last and do well over time, and fun colors like this mint make the bag suitable for any occasion.

Describing her inspiration as “moods and moments of nostalgia,” Vavvoune founder Valérie Blaise creates accessories that can only be described as having high functionality. The Sunsa leather bucket bag perfectly reflects the spirit of the brand. The circular accents on the front provide geometric detail, and the miniature design alongside the adjustable shoulder straps allows it to be worn across the body or over the shoulders while adding endless points of style in the process.

Taking a more structured approach to its designs, Mateo’s designs all focus on timeless durability. The bags are made of materials that will stand up to years of use, in colors that add an effortless chic element to any look. The above Olive Elsa bag is made of calfskin and has a suede interior, and is a stylish addition to any wardrobe that can be passed down from generation to generation.

Cise is a brand with a message: One of its most popular vegan leather bags features the phrase “Protect Black Women”, a continuation of the “Protect Black People” series and the subsequent tote bag that has was originally created following the murder of George Floyd. . With a commitment to social causes, this brand makes a point of giving back, part of the proceeds from purchases being donated to social justice initiatives such as the Anti-Racism fund.