This Juicy Couture Brainy hobo bag is functional, but a little too young and gimmick-y for me. If you’re looking at it for someone 20-, it might be an option (IF you’re very familiar with their style; gifting a handbag is a pretty intimate thing), but for us grown-ups, the plastic link handles scream desperate. Available in both black and pink (which Juicy calls Rose), the purse is nice for casual days at school. The pebbled leather is soft, and the gold Juicy charms add a touch of fun. The Juicy Couture Brainy Handbag retails for $375 at shopbop.com.

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