If you’re thinking about picking up a new handbag but don’t want to spend a lot or if you’re looking for a cute handbag for younger members of your family, definitely consider the following bags. Not only are these handbags under $200 but they’re quite stylish to boot!
Cole Haan Ruby Leather and Canvas Reversible Tote ($198) – Like getting two bags in one, this tote will take you from the office to weekends and everything in between.
Juicy Couture Downtown It Girl Gotta Leather Shoulder Bag ($198) – A stylish shoulder bag for the fashionista in training.
Juicy Couture Non Stop Juicy …read more

Summer calls for brightly coloured and crisp white handbags.  As you may already know, Matt & Nat are the makers of luxury eco-friendly handbags and accessories that won’t leave you penniless. Here are a couple cool white bags from their Summer ‘o9 collection.
The Matt & Nat Tracy Marrow Hobo is a fabulous shoulder bag that encompasses everything a stylish every day handbag should have. It measures 12 1/2″H x 17″W x 8″D and is made out of vegan leather in white or black.  The interior lining is made of grey 100% recycled faux suede.  It features external magnetic pockets, and …read more

OMG I think I’m in love – with this Marc by Marc Jacobs hobo! As if I need a new handbag but when I happened upon this beauty I had to do a double take!
The Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Gathered Hobo is the newest bag from Marc Jacobs. The colour of the leather, Chamois, is a lovely neutral, almost a buttery yellow, shade that will go with just about any outfit from work to play.
It’s perfect for the spring and summer seasons. For fall and winter it would give a nice pop of colour to your darker ensembles. Ahh, …read more

Linea Pelle handbags and accessories are celeb favourites and it’s easy to see why. Her handbags are chic, stylish and the timeless shapes take you from season to season.
Linea Pelle’s latest is the Alyssa Shoulder Bag, a very cute shoulder bag perfect for day and night. Made out of washed italian lambskin, the Alyssa is available in purple dawn, sand storm (creamy beige) and white cloud (shown above). It measures a generous 16 1/2″L x 11 1/2″H x 4″D, and has really cool leather laced details and woven leather rope trim around the bag. It closes with a magnetic snap …read more

Do you remember this caramel Kooba handbag? Well, Kooba has reincarnated their fabulous Blake Shoulder Tote with this crisp white version. It would be great to use for Spring and Summer or as a ‘winter white’ handbag during the colder seasons.

The Kooba Blake Shoulder Tote looks amazing in this bright white wrinkled, patent leather. It features a seam detail throughout and zippered gusseted sides. The white leather is complemented with silver hardware and the buckle details at the handle are another nice touch.

The tote closes with a magnetic snap and the interior features zipped pocket, two patch pockets …read more

I’ve shown you a few high-end black handbags, now it’s time to look at some mid-range bags that are quite cute. So if you’re looking a new black handbag, these would make great choices. They’ll work for day and night, casual and semi-dressy outfits.
Gianni Chiarini Soft Rounded Shopper; $478
Francesco Biasia Soft Patent Tote; $198
Cole Haan Kyle Vertical Tote; $350
Elliott Lucca Woven Side Panel Double Handle Hobo; $298
Dooney & Bourke Shiny Leather Lusia Hobo; $325
(Images: Nordstrom)

Do you remember this Paul & Joe Casimir Tote I featured a couple days ago? Well, check out this Mulberry Bayswater Cracked Tote. Other than the side gusseted pockets of the other bag and the tassel on this Mulberry bag, they’re very similar looking handbags!
If you’re not a fan of the brown shade of the Paul & Joe tote, the Mulberry Bayswater Cracked Tote would make a great black handbag for every day. This structured tote is made with glazed and cracked leather; giving it an awesome worn in feel.

The tun-lock closure keeps your things secure and it measures …read more

When I shop for a new handbag, criteria number one is is simplicity. I don’t require a lot of bells or whistles, just give me  a scrumptious leather bag in just the right shape and style and I’m good to go.  However, there are women who love a handbag that calls attention to itself. Handbags that have a lot of details, are works of art and sometimes bought solely as show pieces. Here are just a few I’ve found of these highly embellished and detailed handbags…
Versace Bow Dome Bag; $4395
This pink (Rosa) coloured nappa leather handbag by Versace reminds me …read more

Everyone needs a classic brown handbag! Aside from your basic black, brown is another shade that goes well with virtually every ensemble.  This tote by Paul & Joe would make a lovely choice.

The Paul & Joe Casimir Tote in Marron has everything going for it. The pebbled leather is accented with contrast stitching at the seams. This oversized (11″H x 16″L x 6.5″D) tote would make a great bag for work and every day. The front of the bag features a turnlock detail and a magnetic closure.  There’s also magnetic patch pockets at the sides for extra storage.

All hardware …read more

I’ve written about twelve white hot handbags for Spring that are of the high-end category and while they’re all quite lovely, their prices aren’t very realistic to most of us handbag fanatics. Now, let me show you some fabulous handbags that fall towards the middle of the spectrum, that is below $1K. These fabulous white handbags are sure to add a shot of crispness to your Spring and Summer wardrobe.

Marc Jacobs ‘Too Pocket’ Large Bag, $750
Two logo-embossed push-lock closure pockets adorn this pretty glossy coated cotton bag by Marc Jacobs. The nappa leather trimming is just right and the size, …read more