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Southwestern Designer Bags and Purses

Bags With Western Spirit and Style

By , About.com Guide

If she loves Arizona and southwestern style, here are some designer purses that are sure to please. They are stylish, functional, and have accents that are definitely inspired by American western culture couture.

Don't forget the cowboy boots!

1. American West Phoenix Drawstring Tote

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Show your Phoenix style with a pebble-grain faux leather tote with a richly studded medallion design at the center. Holds your wallet, sunglasses, personal technology, a bottle of water and a copy of your favorite magazine. Flat bottom with sturdy metal feet with magnetic snap and drawstring closure.

2. Nocona Diamond Concho Doctor Bag

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Handbag made of croc-embossed leather with hand-tooled designs. Holds your wallet, sunglasses, personal technology and a small cosmetic bag. Contrast stitching and studded detail on front and strap. Diamond-shaped concho on strap closure, dual shoulder straps. Flat bottom with sturdy metal feet and top zip closure.

3. American West Boot Scoot Boogie Handbag

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Use this purse with western flair at the next rodeo or night out with friends. Made of hand-tooled vegetable-tanned leather. Dual shoulder straps, 12" length shoulder drop. Platform bottom with feet to protect bag when set down.

4. American West Lady Lace Hobo

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A feminine purse with a cowgirl feel. Hand-tooled vegetable tanned antique brown leather with turquoise leather accents and silver spot designs. Single adjustable shoulder strap with top zip closure. Platform bottom with feet to protect the bag when set down. Holds your wallet, keys, sunglasses, lipstick and personal technology. Dimensions: 13" wide x 5.25" deep x 8.5" high.

5. American West Zip Top Tote

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This western tote style shoulder bag is made of hand-tooled vegetable-tanned leather with brass floral concho and spot accents. Dual shoulder straps. Side exterior pockets, top zip closure. Interior lining with a back wall zip pocket and multifunctional slip pockets. Platform bottom with feet to protect bag when set down.

6. Frye Artisan Hobo

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A classic Western chic handbag. Leather with striped twill lining. Zipper closure with back wall pockets and multi-function pockets inside. Single shoulder strap. Dimensions: 16" wide x 4" deep x 14" high.

7. American West Cimmaron Hobo

Phoenix Western Style Designer Hobo BagPhoto Courtesy Zappos.com
The '70s-inspired Cimarron Hobo will have you strutting your Western stuff everywhere you go. Distressed faux leather hobo with contrast stitching, tonal lacing and metal stud detail holds your wallet, sunglasses, and small cosmetic case. Two front pockets with snap closures beneath the buckle decor, front and back zip pockets, two side pockets for accessory storage. Flat bottom with sturdy metal studs.

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