When it comes to materials used for handbags, I’m not super picky. My collection is comprised of handbags made of coated canvas, suede, goatskin, calfskin, and even deerskin. One material I don’t have in my collection at the moment? Patent leather. I have owned one patent leather handbag in the past, the Goldebleu Jordan satchel, seen here on Lauren Conrad some time around 2013. Mine was a gorgeous deep purple color and I adored it, but I ended up giving it to my sister-in-law when I did a mass closet clean out for one of my international moves.
I’ve been more intentional about the handbags I purchase lately, and I am trying to only buy bags that fill a void in my collection. For that reason, I have had my eyes peeled for a patent leather bag. I love the look of this ultra shiny leather, which is usually made from leather that has been treated with a polyurethane or a liquid acrylic. I personally love this material for its durability and waterproof nature, plus I think it’s absolutely gorgeous. Whether or not you are a fan of the patent leather aesthetic is up to you, but I’m a big fan myself.
I’ve rounded up my favorite patent leather bags available right now. Do you have a favorite? What do you think about patent leather?
Saint Laurent Mini Sac De Jour Patent Leather Satchel ($2,290)
Valentino Garavani Patent Bag ($2,445)
Saint Laurent Monogramme Quilted Patent WOC ($1,690)
Tory Burch Eleanor Small Patent Shoulder Bag ($658)
Burberry Lola Small Quilted Patent Shoulder Bag ($1,690)
Tod’s Micro D-Styling Tote Bag ($1,121)
Givenchy Mini Antigona Bag ($1,890)
Elleme Square Vague Bag ($291)
Chanel Patent Boy Bag ($3,600)
Jimmy Choo Emmie Patent Clutch ($750)
