When it comes to supporting Australian fashion labels, we’ve cleared the floor. From jewellery and beauty, and up-and-co to swimwear and shoes, our closets have their own patriotic skew from Australian designers So, it should come as no surprise that the same home-country pride should extend to our handbags, too.
From Australian staples like Oroton (given new life thanks to a certain duchess and another certain It-bag), to newcomer to the handbag space Christopher Esber, there’s no shortage of cult silhouettes and unique designs to be had. Below, we count down the twelve luxury Australian handbag brands you need to know.
Best Australian Handbag Brands In 2024
Christopher Esber
Christopher Esber has been leading the charge with cool-girl approved apparel for several years, but now the Australian designer is adding handbags to their coveted offering.
Having debuted on the SS24 runway in Paris, their foray into leather goods stars the Gondola tote, an angular, elongated style in three seasonal shades: cherry red, black, khaki, and incense. And proving functionality can still be chic, the Gondola tote has been designed with practicality at the fore, including an elongated shoulder strap, and three distinct sizes for every occasion.
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Brie Leon
Drawing inspiration from classic ’90s shapes and fabrics, Brie Leon has carved their space in the Aussie handbag scene. Committed to sustainability and enduring fashion, the brand is a new go-to for our handbag (and jewellery) needs.
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Rylan Studio
Started by influencer Brooke Testoni, Rylan’s bold leather bags—in soft caramels, pitch blacks and deep teal velvets—have all the makings of wardrobe classics. The combination of the clean hardware, the soft leather and the sleek shape mean that these satchels are go with everything and anything.
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Naked Vice
Those chic, ’90s-esque crescent bags you’ve been seeing everywhere have likely come from Naked Vice, who strike the perfect balance between leaning into the trend cycle and achieving timelessness. Count us in!
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Status Anxiety
Bright purses, cross-bodies in neutral shades, and versatile duffle bags in soft leather, Status Anxiety is the proverbial one-stop shop when it comes to must-have bags.
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Mimco
Mimco is one of those namesake Australian handbag brands that everyone has heard of. Known for its statement pieces and timeless black bags that every woman should own, the brand is constantly reinventing with its unique designs, vegan-friendly and sustainable materials.
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Poppy Lissiman
This cult vegan accessories brand first turned up on a radars when celebrities like Bella Hadid were spotted repeatedly wearing it. The brand makes the perfect everyday bags for those who aren’t afraid of a little razzle dazzle.
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The Horse
Whether you’re in the market for a new wallet, a Farmer’s Market-perfect tote, or a new everyday carry-all, The Horse does the basics and does them well.
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Peta and Jain
Nailing the affordable luxury niche, Peta + Jain have been offering classic, timeless designs for the past five years. Loved by fashion girls for low-key looks, luxe nights out and everything in-between, there’s something to see you through every occasion and season.
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Oroton
Australian label Oroton might have been on the back-burner for a minute, but an impressive showing from Meghan Markle has put the brand back on the map.
Between the wearable shapes, high-quality materials and breadth of offerings, Oroton still ticks all the boxes.
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