Crafted from durable cotton duck canvas by Amish seamstresses, this crossbody design features a leather strap. The bag is available in chocolate or natural hue and is a wonderful medium-sized bag for travel or running errands.
$98.00; www.rebeccaraydesign.com
A modern clutch features one of Adi’s signature stainless steel horse bit accents. This canvas bag decorated with leather fringe can go from day to night, and a detachable shoulder strap easily transforms it into a crossbody with a snap. The sunny yellow hue is a great shade for fall.
$260.00; www.adikissilevichusa.com
The Paddock bag goes from crossbody to clutch in seconds with the click of a simple leather strap. A familiar silhouette of a saddle is divided by a white leather stripe stitched with red thread, representing a girth. The three shades of leather are all sourced from Florence, Italy.
$195.00; www.oughtonlimited.com
If you’re searching for a classic handbag you can enjoy year after year, Tucker Tweed’s high-quality bag finished in pebble-grain leather is the one. The bag is named after the legendary Sedgefield showgrounds in North Carolina, a notable destination for equestrians. The Tucker Tweed Signature design is accented with gold hardware and comes with an adjustable shoulder strap.
$279.00; www.tuckertweed.com
This sleek tweed tote is handmade in Italy, offering a taste of luxury. The neutral tan color with textured tweed is accented with halter hardware for a subtle equestrian style. The bag is outfitted with gusset pleats that can be unbuttoned to expand the bag’s size. Use as a fabulous carryall or overnight bag, perfect for the woman on the move.
$435.00; www.oughtonlimited.com
This beautiful design comes in a compact package. The durable clutch is made with black bridle leather and trimmed with eye-catching white stitching. A nickel snaffle bit is positioned front and center on the clutch. A light leather transforms the clutch into a wristlet for running errands during the day.
$225.00; www.rebeccaraydesign.com
This spacious leather and canvas bag is a flawless carryall for weekend trips or a busy student. A limited-edition offering from Alessandro Albanese, it has braided handles plus a removable and adjustable shoulder strap. The ultimate equestrian details include a pair of spurs on the front of the bag.
$310.00; shop.
www.alessandroalbanese.com
A sleek vegan “leather” crossbody in cognac is the perfect size for everyday errands. The front of the bag is accented with a gold bit detail. Use the matching vegan strap or swap out for a designer-inspired fabric strap. It’s also available in midnight black. $88.00;
www.stylishequestrian.com
This article about equestrian handbags appeared in the September 2020 issue of Horse Illustrated magazine. Click here to subscribe!
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