Shopping for a Black Leather Briefcase

By Ted Rollins , last updated December 11, 2011

A classic black leather briefcase can be one of the most stylish and functional additions to your wardrobe, whether you're a man or a woman. Briefcases denote power in the workplace, and having a fancy black leather one can demand that others take you seriously. While some of the better black leather briefcases can be quite expensive, there are still a few good ones out there for the budget-conscious. In the following, you'll learn about five great leather briefcases.

KC Reaction Leather Portfolio Briefcase

Lord and Taylor carries this black leather briefcase for $120, which comes to half off its original price. The briefcase has double leather handles, a front zip pocket and a slip pocket on the rear. You'll also find three interior zip pockets, a double gusseted body and a soft lined interior. The bag comes with a removable leather shoulder strap, making it easier to use when you have to carry a lot of weight. The KC bag measures 12 inches wide, 16 inches tall and 4 3/4 inches deep.

Furla Onyx Leather London Messenger Briefcase

Bluefly has a massive stock of black leather briefcases, including this great model from Furla. The bag originally sold for $695 but it now goes for just $487. This briefcase has a pebbled leather body with polished gunmetal hardware details, a back zip pocket with leather tab pulls and a leather overlay, a long top zip and a 9 inch top handle. This one also has a shoulder strap and features a padded laptop slop, an ID window, pen holders and a Smartphone pouch inside. The bag measures 14 1/2 inches wide, 11 inches tall and 3 1/2 inches deep.

Bosca Old Leather Collection Double Gusset Briefcase

Zappos.com sells this luxurious black leather briefcase for $545. The accessory has an artisan dyed body that produces a deep and varied color that makes each item unique. This one has a lockable clasp closure, a laptop compartment that can fit up to a 17 inch laptop and multiple zip and pouch pockets in the interior. This soft leather briefcase measures 16 1/2 inches wide, 4 1/2 inches deep and 12 1/2 inches tall.

Gucci Black Guccissima Leather Medium Briefcase

This is a top option if you're more interested in a fashion forward briefcase. This item originally sold for nearly $1,000 but it now goes for less than $800. The case has a contrast stitched leather body with a quilted effect and golden hardware details through the body. The briefcase has a small logo tag on the front, a two way zip with a padlock and key, as well as D rings on the side and 13 inch double handles. This one measures 16 inches wide, 12 inches tall and only 2 inches deep, making for a skinny case.

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Leather Cooper Briefcase

This very high end black briefcase sells for $2,495 at Ralph Lauren. The slim case has a calfskin body with a single short handle, a buckled flap closure and a detachable key front. The inside has two sections with a card slot. This one is better suited for those who don't need to lug a laptop to work, as the briefcase is very slim, measuring 10 1/2 inches tall, 15 inches long and only 1 inch deep.

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