The other day DH shocked me by saying he'd be willing to buy me an expensive purse.. expensive for me being like 175$ and under. This is not something that is usually in our budget, but I guess I caught him at a good time?

I really want to get something that will last me for years. I don't like very boring purses, and I really want something that either has a zipper or closes securely.

Currently I'm using a black satchel purse by The Sak that I think cost me 80$ back in HS (yes, HS) and that I dragged out of retirement when my cheapy purse bit the dust.

Soo, can you purse-loving ladies give me some ideas? It's been so long since I've bought anything 'designer' that I really have no idea what brands to look at. Like I said, try to keep it 175$ and under, and I'm really looking for something that will last me the next several years, so durability and not too trendy is key! Doesn't have to be black, though! I like colors!