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Crossbody Bag

Brandon Blackwood Mini Kendrick Trunk ($250)

Another must for any kind of award show, concert, or music festival is a crossbody bag. I love this option from Black-owned brand Brandon Blackwood. The label's signature trunk is just big enough to hold the essentials from lip gloss to your portable charger — and it's versatile enough to complement every look.

Brandon Blackwood Mini Kendrick Trunk
Brandon Blackwood Mini Kendrick Trunk
$250
from brandonblackwood.com
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