-Freda M.
70th Birthday Gifts for Her
By seventy, a woman knows exactly what she wants from a purse, and it is usually the opposite of what she gets given. Not bigger. Not heavier. Not another tote where the keys vanish. She wants something light that leaves both hands free, opens easily and keeps her phone, glasses and wallet where she put them. That is what a crossbody purse is for, and it is why so many of these are bought by sons and daughters who have seen their mom make do with the wrong one.
The Original has three compartments, so everything has a home, and a strap that adjusts up to about 49 inches, so it hangs at the right length whether she is tall or petite. If she has always carried a purse on her shoulder and does not want to change, the Edgware is a true shoulder bag, and the Westminster is a messenger style. For a woman who still walks miles, the Sutton Sling sits across the chest and spreads the weight, and the Wilmington has a top handle. All are designed in London by a British leather bag brand, handcrafted in 100% full-grain leather, with lined, easy-clean interiors and our signature gold hardware, in black, navy, chestnut, maple, slate blue and stone.
Every purse comes with two free straps of your choice and a keyring, worth $77, so she can have a plain leather one and a patterned one for going out. Every purse has a 365-day warranty and 30-day returns. The City and Original are $135, and US shipping is free on orders over $100 with no duties to pay. For more help choosing, read how to wear a crossbody purse over 50, or see our purses for women over 50, 60th birthday gifts and gifts for Grandma.
