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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Kate Ng

Revealed: The secret behind Queen Elizabeth’s black handbag

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A classic black handbag is a fixture in any of Queen Elizabeth’s ensembles and is one of her most beloved and called-upon accessories. She is rarely, if ever, seen without one and carries it both indoors and outdoors.

Her go-to is a patent top handle bag from Launer, a heritage British luxury handbag and leather small goods brand. The Queen reportedly owns more than 200 Launer bags and according to Town & Country, her favourite styles are “the black leather Royale, black patent leather Traviata and a third custom handbag”.

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