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5 Bags and Bling for the Accessory-Obsessed

Purses: the ever-dependable gift—where else will we store our righteous indignation and movie snacks?

1Chloe Nile Purse
While every purse fiend in town drools over the next YSL crossbody, this small bag says high-fashion—but doesn't scream it. Nordstrom, $1,950.
While every purse fiend in town drools over the next YSL crossbody, this small bag says high-fashion—but doesn’t scream it. Nordstrom, $1,950.
2Chloe Nile Purse
While every purse fiend in town drools over the next YSL crossbody, this small bag says high-fashion—but doesn't scream it. Nordstrom, $1,950.
While every purse fiend in town drools over the next YSL crossbody, this small bag says high-fashion—but doesn’t scream it. Nordstrom, $1,950.
3Ripple Earrings by Leia Beila Jewelry
Hoop earrings, schmoop earrings. For those who may want to buck the on-trend shape for something a little less geometrically basic, Leia Beila makes a truly groovy pair of earrings. Leia Beila Jewelry, $75–165.
Hoop earrings, schmoop earrings. For those who may want to buck the on-trend shape for something a little less geometrically basic, Leia Beila makes a truly groovy pair of earrings. Leia Beila Jewelry, $75–165.
4Ripple Earrings by Leia Beila Jewelry
Hoop earrings, schmoop earrings. For those who may want to buck the on-trend shape for something a little less geometrically basic, Leia Beila makes a truly groovy pair of earrings. Leia Beila Jewelry, $75–165.
Hoop earrings, schmoop earrings. For those who may want to buck the on-trend shape for something a little less geometrically basic, Leia Beila makes a truly groovy pair of earrings. Leia Beila Jewelry, $75–165.
5Mr. Lentz Bi-Fold Leather Wallet in Western Brown
A full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather wallet is the kind of upgrade we didn't know we needed. A small U.S. leather workshop, Mr. Lentz deals in  durable handmade riveted wallets (aka built to last). Like the Energizer bunny, it's the gift that keeps going. Mr. Lentz, $49–67.
A full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather wallet is the kind of upgrade we didn’t know we needed. A small U.S. leather workshop, Mr. Lentz deals in durable handmade riveted wallets (aka built to last). Like the Energizer bunny, it’s the gift that keeps going. Mr. Lentz, $49–67.
6Medium, Sculpted Disc Diamond Pendant by Aide-mémoire Jewelry
Conflict-free diamonds, recycled gold—this local jewelry outfit creates bling you want to boast about. Aide-mémoire, $75–165.
Conflict-free diamonds, recycled gold—this local jewelry outfit creates bling you want to boast about. Aide-mémoire, $75–165.
7Medium, Sculpted Disc Diamond Pendant by Aide-mémoire Jewelry
Conflict-free diamonds, recycled gold—this local jewelry outfit creates bling you want to boast about. Aide-mémoire, $75–165.
Conflict-free diamonds, recycled gold—this local jewelry outfit creates bling you want to boast about. Aide-mémoire, $75–165.
8Mr. Lentz Bi-Fold Leather Wallet in Western Brown
A full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather wallet is the kind of upgrade we didn't know we needed. A small U.S. leather workshop, Mr. Lentz deals in  durable handmade riveted wallets (aka built to last). Like the Energizer bunny, it's the gift that keeps going. Mr. Lentz, $49–67.
A full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather wallet is the kind of upgrade we didn’t know we needed. A small U.S. leather workshop, Mr. Lentz deals in durable handmade riveted wallets (aka built to last). Like the Energizer bunny, it’s the gift that keeps going. Mr. Lentz, $49–67.
9Kacy Yom Dan-Bi Handle Bag in Lime
This isn't just another purse that will collect dust atop the upper shelves of your closet. This handbag is timeless. And Seattle designer Kacy Yom is all about the classics in style, silhouette, color, and, of course, quality. Her bags, which age gracefully and soften over time, are produced with sustainably sourced Italian leather and made at a family-owned handbag factory in Tuscany.  Kacy Yom, $850.
This isn’t just another purse that will collect dust atop the upper shelves of your closet. This handbag is timeless. And Seattle designer Kacy Yom is all about the classics in style, silhouette, color, and, of course, quality. Her bags, which age gracefully and soften over time, are produced with sustainably sourced Italian leather and made at a family-owned handbag factory in Tuscany. Kacy Yom, $850.
10Kacy Yom Dan-Bi Handle Bag in Lime
This isn't just another purse that will collect dust atop the upper shelves of your closet. This handbag is timeless. And Seattle designer Kacy Yom is all about the classics in style, silhouette, color, and, of course, quality. Her bags, which age gracefully and soften over time, are produced with sustainably sourced Italian leather and made at a family-owned handbag factory in Tuscany.  Kacy Yom, $850.
This isn’t just another purse that will collect dust atop the upper shelves of your closet. This handbag is timeless. And Seattle designer Kacy Yom is all about the classics in style, silhouette, color, and, of course, quality. Her bags, which age gracefully and soften over time, are produced with sustainably sourced Italian leather and made at a family-owned handbag factory in Tuscany. Kacy Yom, $850.

Baggage is a gloomy, unexciting word: “They’ve got major baggage,” or “Claim your (beat-up) baggage on carousel three.” But in this gift guide baggage has an entirely different connotation: stylish, fun, and, above all, gift-worthy. And bling, well, that needs no introduction or defending.











Rosin Saez
Rosin Saez
Digital Editor Rosin Saez covers various beats for Seattle Met, from style to sports to dining. She also edits the Elements of Style department and develops regular fashion features. As the digital editor, Rosin helms Seattle Met's online content, which entails managing editorial direction for web stories, editing writers, converting the print issues into a digital format, and running the magazine's social media accounts. Rosin grew up in Bremerton, Washington. She graduated from the University of Washington with degrees in Environmental Science and Italian Studies. You can follow her on Instagram @rosink and Twitter @rosinkal.