The Handbag Maven
gift guide
You know her: The handbag maven who always steps out in impeccable, carefully coordinated style. She has a bag for every outfit, but really, we all know she builds her outfits around the bags! From fringe to cowhide to the must-have sparkle, the handbags in our gift guide are all works of art, and any one of them will make a fantastic addition to her extensive and carefully curated collection.
#1
For a custom touch...
For a gift as unique as the she is, consider a bag, purse, or wallet by DVB Designs. They’re all home-crafted, and custom orders are welcome, so you can dream up a truly one-of-a-kind handbag that no one else will ever have on their arm. (Major bragging points for any handbag maven!)
#2
For style that's a little bit wild...
Turn heads with this Wild Thing Fringe Bag from Western By Design. It makes a big and bold statement but is versatile enough to go great with most outfits without overwhelming a cowgirl’s style. It’s handmade in Texas and features plenty of leather fringe. It’s also fully lined and has a crossbody strap for easy wear.
#3
For a touch of cowhide...
Perfect for travel or makeup, these cowhide pouch bags stand out. They feature leather and hair-on-hide for a luxurious touch, and of course they’re zippered to keep her things safe and tidy. We appreciate the fact that Cowgirl Trading Post photographs the actual bags they have in stock, so you can choose your favorite hide pattern!
#4
For rustic elegance...
For this handcrafted crossbody purse by Western Sunflower OK, the beauty is in the details. It features a detailed embossed leather flap atop a front pocket crafted with natural cowhide, making every bag is unique. The fringe adds a boho touch, and the bag is sized to hold plenty of essentials. Looking for even more special details? Be sure to ask about the custom purse options!
#5
For standout style...
Big, bold, and PINK: This is the it bag for the cowgirl who loves to stand out. We love that it’s a lot easier to get into than it looks; the antique silver belt buckle on the flap features a magnetic button closure. And of course there’s even more to love with accents like embroidered floral designs and antique silver studs. If you have a color-lover on your list, be sure to check out this bag and the other bright styles available from Happy Heart Handbags.
#6
For handcrafted Western style...
There’s nothing like beautifully done leather tooling, and this wallet clutch is sure to turn heads. The super talented Virginia Handbags makes all of their bags to order, so be sure to place your order early. Custom options are available, too.
#7
For a touch of silver...
Metallics make great statement pieces, yet they also go with everything — the perfect combination for any handbag lover. This beautiful silver shoulder bag and crossbody purse is from Dodi Jo’s. It’s hand-tooled for rich detail, and the strap is detachable for versatile wear. It also features two interior pockets and a zipper top closure to keep you organized. Don’t miss out on this one!
#8
For a little luck...
Handpainted details? Yes, please! The Gambler purse by Countryside Co. is a fun combination of cowhide, tooled leather, rhinestones, and hand-painted cards. Every bag is unique and it’s limited edition too — meaning your favorite handbag maven will truly feel lucky to have this in her collection!
#9
For hands-free wear...
This turquoise leather sling bag makes for easy hands-free wear during all of a cowgirl’s big adventures. An embossed floral pattern adds rich detail to the front pocket, and fringe-beaded pulls add an extra Western touch. This stylish and light bag is crafted by Cimarron Handbags.
#10
For a little longhorn love...
We’re guessing your maven doesn’t have anything quite like this stylish cowhide clutch! We’re obsessed with the tasteful addition of an iconic longhorn on the exterior and a surprisingly spacious interior — which has room for a phone, keys, and cards. This clutch is available in several colors from Ozark Western Outfit.
Have other cowgirls to shop for? Be sure to review our other gift guides and visit our cowgirl shops for more great Western gift ideas.
