Accessories are some of the most popular product categories during the shopping season. Here, high-quality handbags that are usually expensive accessories typically carry discounts on big sale days, making them a sought-after product. So, shopping events like Black Friday are the best times to get bags offered by leading brands at an affordable price. To help one get started, here is a look at the top handbag deals to explore on Black Friday 2023: 

1. Small handbags
Purses are the most common type of handbags. They can hold a lot of stuff and are easy to carry. The design consists of multiple zipper slots and a shoulder strap for slinging it over instead of carrying it like a clutch. The small design can be quite deceptive, but purses can carry a lot of cash, cards, and all important documents like IDs. Brands like Michael Kors carried between 40% to 70% on select purses and small handbags.

2. Clutches
Clutches are purses without straps, making them an elegant accessory for special vacations. The small handbags are available in a variety of designs, patterns, materials, and colors to help elevate elegant outfits. In terms of utility, clutch bags do not offer extensive storage space and are meant for carrying smaller, lighter items. However, top-selling clutch bags carried discounts of up to 64% last Black Friday.

3. Tote bags
Tote bags are quite large, often with the capacity of a small backpack to hold many essentials. Totes are usually available in square or rectangular designs and equipped with two shoulder straps for distributing the load of the bag. Also, many tote bags come with a zipper or buckle button closure. Top-notch branded totes have previously carried up to 70% off on Black Friday, making them worth considering this sale season. The bags are available in diverse materials, designs, colors, and sizes, catering to a variety of needs and dressing styles.

4. Shoulder bags
Similar to totes, shoulder bags are typically large enough to hold a lot of stuff and keep the items organized. However, these usually come with a single shoulder strap. The most functional and useful design when it comes to accessorizing can be found with shoulder bags. With anywhere between 60% and 70% off on their regular price during the shopping season, this type of bag is worth considering during the Black Friday sale. 

5. Satchels
Satchels are smaller versions of tote bags with sophisticated designs. The bag’s design hides all the extra space in its bulky bottom. Perfect for casual looks, satchels can also be carried to work, being able to hold electronic devices like phones, laptops, and tablets as well as books. With designer satchels typically made of premium materials like leather, this style can be a good pick. Additionally, many top satchel bags carried about 25% off last sale season.

6. Crossbody bags
Crossbody bags are another popular style, being extremely functional and stylish handbags. This type is the perfect cross between a satchel and clutch, so it is usually medium-sized, easy to carry, and practical. Crossbody bags carried discounts to the tune of 25% on brand and retailer websites last shopping season.

7. Bucket bags
Although not nearly as popular as other handbags on the list, bucket bags are a convenient accessory to carry a large number of essentials. The open-ended top and bulky bottom design make for a unique bag design, especially for running daily errands. Many designs even feature a drawstring in place of zippers that can tighten up the top to prevent anything from falling out. Bucket bags have previously been sold at a 60% discount during the shopping season, making them worth considering this Black Friday.

8. Hobo bags
Hobo bags are a unique cross between satchels and tote bags, offering the space of totes but the style of a satchel. With top options made of leather and other high-end materials, hobo bags come with a long shoulder strap and enough room to accommodate electronics and beauty and skincare products, among other daily essentials, and a secure zipper to keep all belongings safe. They have previously carried discounts of up to 50% during the sale season.

9. Messenger bags
Messenger bags are unisex handbags designed to hold large items with ease. The bags can accommodate large-sized laptops, tablets, and other work essentials. With up to 60% off on these accessories during the previous Black Friday sale, messenger bags can be a popular product in the sale season.

10. Sling bags
Slings can be used as tiny crossbody bags or shoulder bags, depending on individual preferences. These bags usually have limited storage space, enough to hold a wallet and other small belongings. Some of the most popular sling bags sold at a starting price of $25 last Black Friday, so one should keep an eye out for deals on these bags this shopping season.