07 Aug A Classic Black Bag with a Modern Shape

Maybe you got your first real handbag and it was black. You wanted it to go with everything in your closet, and be able to wear it year round.

Well, there are many black bags out there, but this one I was gifted from Teddy Blake, takes a modern look with it’s unique shape and red interior.

At first, the Vera Croco bag, 14“may look reminiscent of a doctor’s bag from the 1950s, but the shape keeps it modern and current, as does the croc texture. I loved the red interior and the inside, which contained plenty of space for my phone, wallet, hairbrush and makeup with room to spare. There are two pouches as well. I like to keep sunglasses in there as well.  My mother actually told me that a doctor used to come to the house on occasion when we were little and lived in Pittsburgh. What royal treatment! Now, you would have to choose that for a Concierge service, and probably pay! ( well, that is a whole other topic for another time!)

The Vera Bag, also comes in 4 other colors, and I love the chocolate brown as well. Besides, brown is a color you are going to see, if not already in many retailers.

What catches your eye with bags? DO you like structure, or prefer more casual bags? Perhaps you like texture like croc or alligator?

I decided to style this bag with my multidirectional rust/black striped slip dress, a lace top worn over top of it, and black sandals. Worn into the Fall, I could take the same outfit, add another layer, such as an oversized blazer, and a pair of tall boots.

So many ways to wear this bag, especially if you prefer monochromatic or all black looks, as it gives visual interest with the texture and shape.

I’ve developed a bit of a collection of Teddy Blake bags over the years, so if you’d like to read some past blog posts with them styled, I would love that!

Past Teddy Blake Blog Posts

An All Cream Look with Teddy Blake

A Casual Look and Our Easter Plans

Teddy Blake Bag with a Neutral Look

Teddy Blake New York Handbags- The Ava

Tell me, would you be interested in this bag, or in another color? Would you prefer a different Teddy Blake bag?

This bag was gifted to me.      My opinions are honest and truthful and represented here in the post.

The dress is a few years old- Target

The  blouse-Zara via Poshmark

Have a great week!

jess xx