Okay, I’ll admit it. I barely use lipstick on an everyday basis, let alone don a luxury bag. You can usually find me in all types of denim on any given day. This holiday season, try stepping out of the proverbial box by adding a dose of shine to your life. In the same way as throwing on a smashing pair of earrings brings out the pop on your face, one of these luxurious black bags below would work as the perfect accessory for an evening out or to pair with jeans. I grabbed my favorite velvet bag yesterday and got so many compliments on it.

My favorite is the House of Harlow down below — for only $195, you can’t go wrong. Or… that Asos bag for $35???

Dressed up or down, these plush styles lend a festive touch to your winter wardrobe.

Starting at the left column going down, here we go!

Alexander McQueen The Edge Fold Evening Clutch 

Christian Louboutin Velvet Miss Loubi Clutch

B Brian Atwood bag

Opening Ceremony OC bag

House of Harlow 1960 bag

Nasty Gal Slink Velvet clutch

Asos cross body bag

Georgio Armani Bow Velvet Clutch

Dries Van Noten stamped velvet clutch

Remember Thanksgiving and Hanukkah are around the corner!