Joy, you black and white satchel is beautiful!
Mander, it is a good point about the deep zipper. Actually this was one of the reasons I was attracted to #4 and 9 - they have zippers almost to the bottom on the sides!
Lisa, you are right: I don't like much hardware on my bags. Out of those #1-2 I was not sure about the studs (need to see in person) but all others seem pretty minimal to me.
Zap. #6 does come in black but this is cream I am really attracted to. Somehow this bag in black did not excite me at all...
karymk, yes, Danier is a Canadian brand, the one we are really proud of I am pretty picky to colorblocking though, the colors must be just right together for me to love them but black and white combo always has my heart!
Una, good point!
Dianthus, I definitely need to check in person!
mtgirl, It is a pretty bag!
I am leaning towards the black or black and white bag now. Maybe I need both?

Late to this but the black & white one gets my vote - I think you need to actually put all your stuff in a bag & try carrying it before buying. Ormaybe it's just me - some just don't look right once my stuff is in them

Black and white bags have really been catching my eye lately. With your wonderful fashion sense, I can definitely see you rocking a bag like the one in your 9th pic.

On the other hand, there could be times when the black suits an outfit or occasion more than the colorblocked bag. Maybe you do "need" both!

#1, #9 or #5 in black.

I guess I'm the only one, but I like #7. I also like #5 which has a great shape. But #7 has a great color and a modern/retro vibe that I like, plus a strap for versatility.l

Here is the bag from Banana Republic I was petting in Toronto...hmm, still like this one too! What do you think?

#9! I have the Brahmin black and white "Precious" and it pretty much works with everything in my wardrobe - and I think black and white is so much more fun, than plain black.

Well, I really like the BR houndstooth, too. I think you actually need two bags -- plain black and B&W in some combination. And hey. I need a B&W bag, too.

LOVE the black and white one for you! My other pick is #1.