special occasion handbags

Javanese designer Wahyu Sulistiani selects a palette of black and ivory on red for this cotton shoulder bag. Working with batik techniques on cotton, Sulistiani selects the sawunggaling pattern from Central Java, which depicts a majestic rooster owned by the king. The motif symbolizes the power and beauty of Javanese culture.

Lined in black, the bag features golden beadwork accents and opens to reveal a convenient zipper pocket.

Two colorful birds wing across this beautiful blue handbag from Wahyu Sulistiani. Created in batik on cotton, the sawunggaling motif depicts the king's favorite rooster, which is a symbol of Javanese beauty and power. Lavish beadwork is applied by hand, and the roomy tote — lined in black — opens to reveal a convenient inner pocket.

For your next beach day, travel adventure or shopping spree, this vibrant cotton tote is an absolute must-have. Woven and embroidered by the skilled hands of the artisans at Guatemala's Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza), the front bursts with lively floral and leaf patterns on a crisp ivory background while the back offers a solid brown canvas for contrast. Leather straps and a bottom panel add a touch of sophistication, with a practical exterior pocket secured with a sturdy zipper. The cotton-lined interior houses an open pocket, ensuring all your essentials are stylishly in place.

Batik techniques on cotton retell the legend of a majestic rooster owned by the king. This shoulder bag from Wahyu Sulistiani depicts the sawunggaling pattern from Central Java, which symbolizes the power and beauty of Javanese culture. Lined in black, the bag features golden beadwork accents and opens to reveal a convenient pocket.

Floral sterling silver accents crafted with the repoussé and chasing techniques embellish this fabulous shoulder bag packed with style and reserved for very special occasions. Hand-woven in Bali from a combination of ate grass and rattan, the bag is a statement piece from designer Govinda that comes fully lined with cotton, features a faux leather strap and is secured with a button closure.