Angelina Jolie Wore the Classic Bag Trend I'd Pick Over a Birkin

Like everyone who grows up desiring to work in fashion, I've always had a Birkin bag at the top of my wish list despite its exclusive nature and impossibly high price tag. It's something to work toward, you know? Plus, not all dream closet items have to be realistic. That being said, I've gotten older and settled into my tastes and style, and my obsession with the bag has waned. It's not as "me" as I always thought it would be, and other timeless purse options by other equally lauded houses now feel like a better fit, one of which is a favorite of my day-one style icon Angelina Jolie .

This week, the Girl, Interrupted actress was spotted shopping in Los Angeles with her daughter Vivienne, wearing a classic, easy pairing of a tan T-shirt and wide-leg black trousers. In terms of accessories, she kept things pretty simple, donning dainty gold earrings, black Dior sunglasses, and her go-to Celine handbag that, to me, is as close to perfect as a purse can get.

On Angelina Jolie: Celine bag; Dior sunglasses

The Celine Clasp Bag features a top handle, boxy shape, and satisfying gold clasp closure at the top. Designed in the style of a 1950s pocketbook, the Philo-era bag that has since been discontinued came in three variations—the mini, the handbag, and the shoulder bag—all of which were perfectly crafted and oozing elegance. Since it's no longer produced by Celine under the creative leadership of Hedi Slimane, you can't just walk into a store and buy a Clasp Bag. Fortunately, I was able to source a few stellar secondhand options to go with if you, like me, are head over heels for this refined classic. Scroll down to shop my favorite pre-loved styles.

Shop Celine's Clasp Bag:

Celine Medium Clasp Bag

Celine Medium Clasp Bag

Celine Medium Clasp Bag

Celine Medium Clasp Shoulder Bag

Celine Smooth Calfskin Mini Clasp Bag Light Grey

Shop the clasp-bag trend:

Tory Burch Eleanor Satchel

I fell so hard for this Tory Burch bag shape when it debuted not too long ago. The mini version comes in an aqua blue that's so so pretty, but I'm tempted to go timeless with black.

Saint Laurent Le Anne-Marie Shoulder Bag

This patent-leather bag lives rent-free in my head.

STAUD Lennon Shoulder Bag

Stunning!

KHAITE Lilith Shearling-Trimmed Leather Tote

The shearling detail makes this super-elegant bag feel fun and youthful.

Jil Sander Goji SM Bamboo Bag

My love for this bag runs deep.

DeMellier The Cannes

You won't regret adding this one to your bag collection—guaranteed.

Saint Laurent Small Gaia Shoulder Bag

Sometimes, the prettiest things are the simplest.

Tory Burch Eleanor Mini Satchel

Here's the mini version. It's adorable.

MANGO Leather Clutch Bag With Metal Chain

I love a purse that can be worn in multiple ways.

Saint Laurent Suzanne Baguette Shoulder Bag in Patent Leather

I'm in love.

Dries Van Noten Crisp Boxy Smooth Leather Top Handle Bag

Now's the time to invest in Dries Van Noten.

Aspinal of London Florence Bag

Kate Middleton loves this English brand.