Gryson Baladyn Shoulder Bag
With a combination of luxury and a lot of attitude, this Baladyn Shoulder Bag by Gryson is fast becoming the bag to have to complete that summer wardrobe. Both classy and stylish, this Italian patent lambskin is available in yellow and white and features goldtone hardware, top handles and a drawstring top with detachable shoulder strap. Measuring 10x14x5 1/2, you can purchase this gorgeous handbag at Neiman Marcus for $975. Aside from the fact that they're using innocent little lambs, I hate to admit it, but this bag is absolutely to die for!
Rowdy Diaper Bag
We're all aware of the extra baggage needed with little ones, that's what makes this Rowdy Diaper Bag so special. Quality, with tons of style this highly functional Diaper Bag easily converts from messenger style to backpack in the blink of an eye. It's made of durable pebble grain material, and features include a removable clutch, making your everyday trip a breeze without the added burden of carrying around a big 'ol handbag. Measuring 12.5x12.5x6.5, it sells for $99 at DiaperBags. And I almost forgot, it comes with a water resistant, removable liner that makes it easy to clean up those unexpect kid spills. Simple pleasures seem to make our lives a whole lot better, doesn't it? Sigh...
Champion Mini Duffle Bag
As with our good buds over at Outblush, we too have been looking around for some new sports equipment, not so much wearable, as is to carry. We like to look stylish, (yeah even at the gym), and the Mini Duffle Bag by Champion will take us there. Made of soft, durable PVC, it features sturdy handles, with an adjustable shoulder strap. Just stuff full of your favorite gear and go. Sports minded, or not you're gonna love this adorable bag anyway. It sells for $29.95 at Champion.
Botkier Lita Leather Hobo
It's all about quality, at a good price and this ever so gorgeous Lita Leather Hobo by Botkier definitely fits the bill. Stylish, with a touch of class, it's available in platinum and black leather, and features satin brass hardware and a single shoulder strap with ring accents. Measuring 13x15x6 1/2, it's laviously adorned with a logo jacquard lining and a turn-lock closure. Perfect for your 9 to 5 work week, or a causual weekend, you can pick this beauty up at Neiman Marcus for $675. Sweet...
Miu Miu Cutout Bowler
The new fall bags have arrived, with extremely unbelievable beauty and an enormous price tag as well. But all the news going is who is doing the Miu Miu fall-winter ad campaign. Give up? It's none other than beautiful Vanessa Paradis. For those of you unfamiliar with the name, maybe this will jog your memory. She's married to the ever so hottie, Johnny Depp. WoW! Hot flash! One of just many gorgeous handbags coming out for fall is the Cutout Bowler. Available in black/red/blue leather, it features silvertone hardware, with top handles and ring accents. You can pre-order the Cutout Bowler for $1,460. Look for this and many, many more stylish handbags from Miu Miu at Bergdorf Goodman.
Juicy Couture Flap-Lock Clutch
Usually, I highlight a handbag then add the matching clutch, but with this gorgeous Flap-Lock Clutch by Juicy Couture it's a definite stand alone item. Available in well coifed (red), winter white, and black patent, it features goldtone hardware, with an almost vintage feel flap lock with crown detail accents. When opened, it has an added adorable coin purse for 'mad money' (that's just what it says), and your usual compartments for credit cards and ID. Handy for use instead of a big handbag, it sells for $145 at Neiman Marcus. But, if you feel the need to carry something larger, check out the matching handbag. Together, they're the perfect pair. A guaranteed 5 stars...
Fossil Olivia Tri-Fold
If you're looking for a coin purse that does it all, then look no further than this really cute Olivia Tri-Fold by Fossil. Made of genuine leather, it features a separate coin pouch with a metal frame, when opened there's room for credit cards, ID, and paper money. Available in black, espresso, red, and pink, it measures 5x1.5x3.25 and sells for the affordable price of just $55 at Fossil. Perfect...
Judith Leiber Ganesh Collectors Clutch
For your viewing pleasure, this overly extravagant, and outrageously priced Ganesh Collectors Clutch by Judith Leiber is not your typical everyday carry that's for sure. Presented here, sparing no expense it's luxuriously decked out with all Austrian crystals. Measuring 6x5x3, it sells for $5,595 at Bergdorf Goodman. I can honestly say, that I'm utterly speechless...
Coach Bleecker Leather Patchwork Tote
If you're in the market for something different, and uniquely, indescribably gorgeous, then of course check out the Bleecker Leather Patchwork Tote by Coach. As with all that's new and wonderful in Coachland, this Tote features suede with crinkle patent and lightweight leather, with a fabric lining. An added plus for this bag is the fact that it's large enough for your laptop. Available in multicolor, it measures 17 3/4x9 5/8x5 7/8, and sells for $458. Oh, and don't forget the matching Patent leather Slim Envelope! (I know, I know, this is the second Coach this month! Guilty as is!) From casual to dressy, it's the perfect carryall for summer, and top notch to start off your fall collection. Classy with a ton of style, need I say more?
Harveys Seatbelt Executive Laptop Bag
If you know anything about Dana and Melanie Harvey, then you know that they've been designing quality handbags for quite some time, made out of setbelts. Yeah, you heard me right, seatbelts. Back in '97, they were installing seatbelts into their 1950 Buick, and brainstormed into making a matching handbag for the little wife. Needless to say, the Harvey Handbags were born, as with this unique Seatbelt Executive Laptop Bag. Available in a variety of colors, this chic laptop bag is totally designed of woven seatbelts, with an adjustable should strap. It also features a zip wall pocket, slip pockets and velcro-secured divider to protect your laptop. Measuring 11.5x16x2, you can buy this bag, (and soooo many more!) at Endless.com for $198. Durable, versatile, and absolutely surely hot. Awesome...
Matt & Nat Tracy Marrow Shoulder Bag
Go green in high style with this sporty, yet sophisticated Tracy Morrow Shoulder Bag by Matt & Nat. With such unique styles and innovative details, designers Matt & Nat are all that with vegan fashion that goes well beyond any current craze, or fad to create a unique new kind of luxury. This very chic bag is totally made from all-vegan materials, and measures 12x20x10, and sells for $170. Available in a variety of vibrant colors, you can check this bag (and many more) out at Endless.com. I am absolutely into this bag. Sweet...
Fossil Tropical Leaf Zip Coin Purse
While zipping my way through the mall over the weekend, with unfortunately only minutes to spare, I spied this adorable Fossil Tropical Leaf Zip Coin Purse. Perfect in size, this simply chic coin purse is made of leather with a suede leaf pattern. The right accessory for a spin around town, it has a top zip closure, and an ID window, with a key chain inside. Measuring 4 3/4x3x1/2, green, orange, and tan multi. You can pick it up at Macys for the sale price of just $18.75.
Juicy Couture 'Couture Canvas - Super Vertical' Tote Bag
There's something to say about stuffing a tote bag with your favorite 'things' and cruising the road, and the Couture Canvas - Super Vertical Tote from Juicy Couture will get you there with some flare. Remarkably beautiful is the colors of this tote. Available in black/angel, and nardles/depp, it's detailed in rich leather trim with metal stud detail, and wrapped with a bold web stripe. This charming tote is crafted in a signature jacquard fabric, measures 14 1/2x15x6, and sells for $275 at Nordstroms. If you find that you're in need for something with a wee bit more room, check out the matching Couture Canvas Wheeled Suitcase. Such class...
Dooney & Bourke Crossword Mini Barrel Bag
Walk off that 4th of July feast and shop til you drop at Macys. Aside by being one of the best holiday sales, you can get a crap load of good deals on just about any handbag of your liking. This adorable Crossword Mini Barrel Bag by Dooney & Bourke is made of polyvinyl-coated canvas with vachetta leather detail, and double handles. With a cutsey detachable goldtone lacquered logo charm and top zip closure, it measures 9x5x4 1/2. Not the most practical of handbags, but very chic none the less. Original price: $165. Your price: $92.81. If you're an on-line shopper, Macys is offering free shipping over $100. Just enter the promo code FIREWORKS. Now that's a helluva deal right there...
Coach Bleecker Patent Leather Large Tote
New from Coach comes the absolutely fabulous Bleecker Patent Leather Tote. Available in mahogany, and plum patent leather, I haven't been this excited about a new bag since... when, yesterday? This gorgeous tote features oodles of pockets, both inside and outside, zip-top closure, with a rich classy signature logo. Large enough for all your accessories, including your laptop, it measures 19x10x6 3/4, and sells for $498. Check out the matching Slim Envelope Wallet! Freaking awesome...Words just can't describe this bag, I'm speechless. Classic Coach at it's finest.
Isaac Mizrahi for Target Drawstring Bag
If you're looking for an inexpensive tote for the summer months, but don't want to spend a fortune, then look no further than the Isaac Mizrahi Drawstring Bag from Target. Looking to me like a giant candy cane, this chic slouchy hobo is made of cotton with leather trim details. Available in vibrant spring-like multicolor, it has a drawstring closure, and measures 11.5x4.5x11.5. It sells for $22.99 at Target. Attractive, and affordable, just like I like it. Just a little something to brighten your day.
Anthropologie Embroidered Coin Purses
Okay, so you have a cool bag, matching wallet, now what the heck do you do with all that change that seems to end up in the pockets or the bottom of your handbag? Aside from using a zip lock baggie, it's really hard to find a coin purse that's likeable. I've been searching high and low, and found this adorable Embroidered Coin Purse by Anthropologie. Available in purple, green, and red this palm-size canvas pouch features swirls of brightly colored embroidery with a kisslock closure. Measuring 4.5x5x2.5, it sells for $18 at Anthropologie. I personally have my eye on the purple one. Cute...
Etsy Embroidery Purr...fect, Hands Free, Reversible Bag
The guys at Etsy never cease to amaze me with their uniqueness and quality. This Embroidery Purr...fect, Hands Free, Reversible Bag is just one of many totally different styles and sizes of totes available. Handsfree, this cute wrist bag has no snaps, or zippers to mess with, so it's easily accessible and a cinch to carry. As written, it's reversible and made from durable navy soft denim fabric with embroidery on one side and polyester/cotton on the other side. From side to side, it measures 10", and from horse shoe opening to the middle of the bottom is 8". Completely handmade and washable, it sells for $22. Purr...fect for the kitty lover in all of us. Check out the reverse side. This would make for a wonderful gift for that special animal lover. This little bag is absolutely adorable. When you get tired of carrying it one way, just reverse it, and you have a completely new bag. A definite conversation getter. I just love it!
MARC JACOBS 'Rana' Pouch
No, it's not the great pumpkin, but the 'Rana' Pouch by MARC JACOBS will be forever as memorable as Charlie Brown. This unstructured leather pouch, shown here in orange is detailed with a miniature goldtone frog-shaped embellishment accented with glittery jeweled eyes. With the unique single strap, you have a loop-through closure that's makes for a simple carry all. Made of kangaroo leather, it measures 8x5 1/2x6 and sells for $795 at Nordstroms. It's also available in fluo pink, and acid yellow. Not sure if I like the fact that they are slaughtering defenseless kangaroo for these handbags. Although, personally I think it's adorable, but if I want orange, I'll stick with my Halloween pumpkin pail from last year...Guilt free...
Agoy Micro Fiber Day Gym Bag
We all Know that looking good is half the battle when it comes to exercising, and I might add the most important thing! Get your groove on with the Micro Fiber Day Gym Bag by Agoy. This adorable bag comes in baby blue, goa red, and hot fuchsia, and measures 18x10.75x8.75. With easy to clean micro fiber fabric, and oodles and oodles of pockets, it's available at eBags for the right price of just $59. And least we forget, year-round, eBags donates 10% of the retail sales price of any pink product purchased on their site to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Whether you're sweatin' to the oldies, or just plain sweatin' it, you'll be looking good in no time! Cool...