The moon: full. The music: Billie Holiday. Chances of your crush finally moving in for that long-awaited first kiss: excellent.

Until your cell rings.

Nothing kills a mood faster than frantically rooting through your receipt-and-tampon-littered purse to the dulcet ring tones of Salt-N-Pepa’s “Push It.”

Too bad you don’t have the Brooke handbag. Edgy and practical, the leather, Soho-style tote made by Hobo International has interior pockets for your keys, wallet, and pens, as well as a bright floral lining that eliminates the mysterious black-hole effect of most handbags. The ruched shoulder strap keeps it in place, and the weighted flap prevents spillage.

There’s even an invisible exterior-seam pocket, complete with security zipper, just the right size for your cell phone. So you’ll know exactly where to look on your next date.

Assuming there is one.

Available at Nana, 1528 U Street NW (202-667-6955); The Forecast, 218 7th Street SE (202-547-7337).