Leather Handbags & Purses

Handbags, totes and purses in genuine and vegan leather: MKF Collection by Mia K. totes, color block bags, a quilted duffle and croc-embossed styles, Bravo Fashion leather handbags including tweed-and-leather and metallic designs, plus Toronata, Claudia G Collection and a Bynes New York men’s leather dopp kit. Decide genuine or vegan first, then size and strap drop. Everything ships in plain packaging with no indication of the contents or the sender.

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Leather Handbags & Purses buying guide

This page lists every handbag and purse we stock. If you already know what you want, the products above are the whole range. If you are still choosing, the sections below cover what actually separates one bag from another, written from the questions customers ask us most rather than a manufacturer brochure.

Sizing and fit

A bag's fit is about what it carries and how it sits on you. Check the listed width, height and depth against what you carry every day, and remember that a structured tote holds its shape while a slouchy one gives way to its contents. Strap drop, the distance from the top of the strap to the top of the bag, decides how it is carried: a short drop is for the hand or the crook of the arm, a longer one goes over the shoulder.

Weight matters too. Metal hardware, thick straps and genuine leather add up before anything goes inside. A duffle such as the quilted Luana is built for weekends and the gym rather than all-day shoulder carry.

Materials and what they demand

Much of the range is vegan leather, a coated synthetic that looks like leather, holds color well and is lighter, but does not develop a patina and can crack at the folds after years of hard use. The MKF Collection pieces, including the Iris tote, Drew color block and croc-embossed Eleanor, are vegan. Bravo Fashion's leather handbags and the Bynes New York dopp kit are listed as leather, which is heavier, softens and darkens with use, and can be conditioned. The two sit side by side here, so read each listing for the material.

Then look at the parts that wear first. Zips, rings and clasps should run smoothly, and metal feet protect the base. A fabric lining with inner pockets keeps keys from scratching a phone and is easier to clean. Stitching at the strap anchors carries the load, so it should be even and tight.

Care that preserves it

Wipe vegan leather with a soft damp cloth and a little mild soap, dry it straight away, and keep it out of hot cars and direct sun, which cause peeling. It does not need conditioner. Genuine leather wants dusting, an occasional conditioner tested on a hidden spot first, and slow natural drying if it gets wet. Brush tweed panels, like those on the Galina, rather than scrubbing them.

Store bags stuffed with tissue in a dust bag or pillowcase, not plastic, with straps laid inside so they do not crease.

Frequently asked questions about leather handbags & purses

Q. How can I tell genuine from vegan leather? A. The listing says. If it is unclear, contact us before ordering.

Q. Is croc-embossed real crocodile? A. No. It is a pattern pressed into the surface; on the Eleanor, into vegan leather.

Q. Is there anything for men? A. The Bynes New York Oswego is a men's leather dopp kit for toiletries.

Common mistakes when buying leather handbags & purses

The usual mistake is judging a bag by its photo. Studio shots flatter scale, so a tote that looks roomy can be too small for a laptop, and a vegan bag and a genuine leather bag can look identical on screen. Read the dimensions, strap drop and material line on every listing, and check the lining and closure.

Related categories

If this is not quite what you are after, try Leather Accessories, Accessories, Ladies Leather Jackets, Ladies Leather Shoes & Boots and Leather Wear.

Buying leather handbags & purses from Power Play Studio

Everything in Leather Handbags & Purses is sourced through authorized US distributors, so what arrives is genuine and any manufacturer warranty applies in full. We do not carry grey-market stock and we do not list products we cannot actually supply.

Makers in this range include MKF Collection by Mia K., Bravo Fashion, Bynes New York, Toronata and Claudia G Collection, and the line-up moves as new pieces come in. Orders ship from US warehouses in plain unbranded packaging with no indication of the contents or the sender.