diff --git a/code/modules/client/preference_setup/loadout/items/utility.dm b/code/modules/client/preference_setup/loadout/items/utility.dm
index e4fbb6f2f24..5461b7f532c 100644
--- a/code/modules/client/preference_setup/loadout/items/utility.dm
+++ b/code/modules/client/preference_setup/loadout/items/utility.dm
@@ -25,6 +25,7 @@
 /datum/gear/utility/purse
 	display_name = "purse"
 	description = "A small, fashionable bag typically worn over the shoulder."
+	slot = slot_back
 	path = /obj/item/storage/backpack/satchel/pocketbook/purse
 	flags = GEAR_HAS_NAME_SELECTION | GEAR_HAS_DESC_SELECTION | GEAR_HAS_COLOR_SELECTION
 
diff --git a/html/changelogs/geeves-purse_fix.yml b/html/changelogs/geeves-purse_fix.yml
new file mode 100644
index 00000000000..fc3a9c21e98
--- /dev/null
+++ b/html/changelogs/geeves-purse_fix.yml
@@ -0,0 +1,6 @@
+author: Geeves
+
+delete-after: True
+
+changes:
+  - bugfix: "Fixed purses not appearing in the preview when selected in the loadout."
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