Elevate Your Winter Wardrobe With a Brown Suede Bag

Once a staple in the fashion landscape of the 1970s, brown suede has made a major comeback, breathing new life into accessories — specifically, handbags. Lately, it’s impossible to walk down the street or enter a store and not see someone carrying a brown suede carryall. It could be a viral luxury handbag, such as The Row’s Margaux bag (which retails for around $5,000), or one of the $100 “dupes” found by those flocking to T.J.Maxx and Marshalls. If both of those options seem daunting, try shopping one of our favorite brown suede purses, below. 

1. Quince Italian Suede Shopper Tote

If you love the look of The Row’s Margaux bag but not the price tag, Quince’s 100% Italian calf suede tote gives the same oversized feel at a fraction of the price. It’s also handy as a work or school bag, as it features two dual slip pockets for a wallet and phone, an internal side pocket that can hold a laptop, and multiple outside pockets for all your must-grabs.

2. Madewell The Shopper Tote in Soft Grain

Madewell’s oversized leather shopper tote is roomy enough for your biggest water bottle, your gym clothes, and anything else you could need on a long day. Its deep brown color will go perfectly with your entire winter wardrobe and provide a luxe addition to even the most casual outfits. 

3. Jusavie Trendy Suede Crescent Shoulder Bag

This soft faux-suede hobo bag might not be as luxe as other versions, but for less than $30, the trendy bag is a steal. We love that it has a full zipper closure to keep your essentials safe.

4. Clare V. Midi Sac Bag

Designer Clare Vivier’s popular woven handbag now comes in a brown-red nappa leather and suede version that’s gorgeous for winter. If you’re looking to get in on the brown suede trend but prefer a classic crossbody, this is a bag you’ll never get tired of, even as trends come and go.

5. Staud Taru Bag Mahogany

The popularity of The Row’s 90s Bag has made this minimal cylinder-style purse a hit. Of all the midpriced options, Staud does it best with its rich brown suede version that’s bigger, longer, and even more comfortable under the arm. With its zip closure and interior zip pocket, the Taru Bag holds quite a lot and looks even better as it wears.