The holiday season has a way of bringing us closer to the people who matter the most, and while finding the perfect present can sometimes be a challenge, we’re here to make it a little easier. If you’re looking for a gift that is thoughtful and impactful while being practical, you won’t have to look far. This year, consider choosing a gift that not only elevates style but also supports a Black-owned brand that designs products with community in mind.
The Bag Icon was founded by Seneca Berniard Connor in October 2022 with one clear mission – luxury that’s inclusive. In a world where high-end fashion often feels exclusionary, The Bag Icon stands apart by redefining what luxury means. With quality leather bags that remain accessible rather than priced out of reach, Connor reminds us that style and quality should not be aspirational but instead accessible. And for anyone hoping to give a gift that feels personal, purposeful, and rooted in community, the hardest part about shopping The Bag Icon is deciding which beautifully designed handbag to gift (or keep).
Built on a foundation of craftsmanship and elegance, The Bag Icon proves that you don’t have to break the bank to look and feel like an icon. As Connor shared in an interview with VoyageLA, “We want our customers to look amazing and keep their coins to invest, save, or pursue their dreams- become an Icon! The Bag Icon is here to help them look great along the way!”
Each collection draws inspiration from strong, iconic women throughout history, who broke barriers and created paths for others to follow. One of Connor’s most heartfelt designs honors her late mother, who passed suddenly in 2023. She created a special bag named after her – The Sharon Claudia - with all proceeds being donated to the Dementia Society of America.
This year, building on the success of The Bag Icon, Connor launched the Icon Statement Ring, marking her expansion into jewelry. As she says, “The Icon Statement Ring continues our story - it’s bold, elegant, and designed to remind women that the true luxury is what they bring to each back or piece of jewelry [and] not the other way around” (Black Enterprise).
With versatile designs and styles that transition seamlessly from day to night and adapt to any occasion, the brand removes the guesswork from gift-giving. Whether you’re shopping for a professional, a friend, someone who loves a statement piece or a loved one who simply deserves to feel special, The Bag Icon has something for everyone.
