The Best Designer Handbags from Top Luxury Purse Brands, According to Experts

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Whether you grew up longing for a Louis Vuttion Speedy or have forever idolized Gucci and Chanel, the best luxury purse brands never fail in the arm candy department. Though the investment is always a steep one, the bestselling designer purses from the most iconic labels carry their value over time and mean you own a piece of history. So, when determining what among the most popular designer handbags of 2022 deserves a place in your wardrobe, you must first realize the year’s biggest trends. Then, decide what feels most in line with your aesthetic, whether that be everyday satchels, crossbody and shoulder bags or special-occasion clutches and vacation totes. 
Lately, ’90s and ’00s nostalgia heavily influences nearly every fashion corner, and the best designer handbags to invest in are all but an exception. Stephanie Gonzalez, a retail merchandiser and pricing specialist at Fashionphile, says this Y2K handbag revival largely centers around the iconic hobo bag, now transformed into crescent shoulder bags with short and crossbody straps. “The half-moon hobo shape is not going anywhere anytime soon,” Gonzalez tells WWD. “A

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