It really hits home that the season has changed when I swap out my handbag from summer to fall. In the summer, I want something fun and bright that fits the many shades that I wear. When fall comes around, it’s time to switch to something more low key and sophisticated. Here are my picks for fall.

perry shopper by jas mb

Handmade in London using a lightweight, buttery Italian leather, the Perry Shopper by Jas Mb is an elegant, sporty-chic tote for work or play. It’s softly structured with generous outside pockets and one inside pocket. The deep, inky forest green of the body with black accents make this tote the perfect for fall. It’s available at www.roztayer.com. $598

• 8-inch leather handle drop
• 2 large exterior pockets
• 1 smaller inside pocket
• Comes with dust bag
• 14.5″ H x 15″W x 5″ D

leopard tote by clare vivier

The perfect synthesis of classic, timeless chic fashion and function is served up in the Simple Tote in leopard hair calf on hide. This is a bag you will have for years – understated and a standout piece at the same time. Available at www.roztayger.com. $462

• 7-inch handle drop
• Magnetic top closure
• One large interior leopard hair calf pocket (7″L x 5″H)
• 12″H x 15″W x 4.5″D

roma baby bag by 7am enfant

I don’t have a baby anymore, but I still love this bag. The color is very cool, and it will make a great go-to bag when I have lots of stuff to carry around. The spacious main compartment contains four deep pockets and an attached pouch. It is super lightweight and great for travel too. Available at www.roztayger.com. $78

• Water-repellent nylon outer shell and lining
• Two stroller hook-and-loop integrated straps
• Two interior triple deep zippered pocket
• Double easy grab handles
• Zippered closure
• Includes cushioned fleece and nylon changing mat
• Includes attached zippered pouch
• 14″H x 15″W x 10″D

messenger by clare vivier

The soft leather of this navy messenger bag by Clare Vivier lends a funky, chic edge to the classic tote/messenger style. It even has a small extra bag leashed inside to hold extra lipstick or cards. It can be carried as a tote or cross body. Available at www.roztayger.com. $348

• 5-inch drop handles 
• full zip top closure
• Extra bag leashed inside is 6″L x 4.5″H
• Detachable shoulder strap and gold hardware
• Unlined (the natural inside of the leather frames the inside of the bag)
• Very lightweight
• Made in California
• 11″H x 16″W

elliot lucca handbags intreccio tote

Constructed of metallic leather, this gorgeous tote has long straps, so you can carry it on your shoulder. The teal color is very versatile and the peacock feathers add a fun but sophisticated edge to the bag. Available at www.zappos.com. $268

• 9-inch handle drop
• Dual shoulder straps
• Rear exterior zip pocket
• Flat bottom
• Top zip closure
• Interior lining with a back wall zip pocket and multifunctional slip pockets
• 14″H x 16″W x 7″D

see by chloe peony tote

I have been a bit obsessed with quilted nylon bags ever since Chanel came out with one a few years ago. This nylon quilted tote is also very stylish and the deep rose color will look great with all the bordeaux that’s out for fall. And, it’s much more affordable than the Chanel! Available at www.zappos.com. $175

• 10-inch handle drop
• Dual shoulder straps
• Flat bottom
• Top magnetic closure
• Lined interior
• 14″H x 16″W x 5″D

sam edelman amelie north/south tote

As you can probably tell, I love animal and reptile prints, so here is another one for you. I love the color combination on this snake print tote, and it also goes with the whole range of bordeaux shades for the season. Available at www.zappos.com. $118

• 10-inch handle drop
• Made of leather
• Dual shoulder straps
• Magnetic snap closure
• Features a back-wall zip pocket and slip pockets
• Lined interior
• 13″H x 15″W x 3.5″

harveys seatbelt bag carriage collection medium hobo

I think Harveys Seatbelt Bags has one of the coolest ideas out there. Their bags are made of car seat belts! I love the denim color of this bag. Available at www.zappos.com. $198

• 7-inch handle drop
• Single attachable shoulder strap
• Flat bottom with feet to protect bag when set down
• Top tab with twist lock over a top zip closure
• Signature print interior lining with a back wall zip pocket and multifunctional slip pockets
• 7″H x 13″W x 5.5″D 
• Made in the U.S.A.

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Illysia Neumann-Loreck