One of the best places to pick up stylish and budget friendly handbags is at Urban Outfitters. You can count on them to always have a large selection of bags for just about any occasion. From your basic canvas tote, to leather and clutches for evening, you won’t be disappointed.
One of the newest bags added to their selection is this chic Deena & Ozzy tote.
The Deena & Ozzy Chain Tote ($58) is a cool colour block style bag that would work very well to take to school or use as a bag for the office. It’s an oversized tote …read more

Want to get your best friend a fabulous bag she’ll be able to use everywhere and whenever? Sure you can spend upwards of $500 but not a lot of people can splurge that much these days so it’s always great when you find lesser priced bags. Low priced, budget friendly bags don’t always look cheap or have to be cheap.
This Anthropolgie Chipper Tote in this amazing Coral shade is absolutely fantastic. It would work so well during the summer and on through fall. This smooth leather tote is a go anywhere and every where bag. Sized at 13″H, 16″W, 5″D …read more

Do you love Prada? Do you also love purple? And do you love saving money? Well, you’re in luck because this gorgeous purple Prada tote is on sale right now during Neiman Marcus’ Last Call Sale.
The Prada Tessuto Pietre Tote in Anemone (purple) is fashionable as it is classic.
This awesome Prada bag will go with just about anything and everything and the colour is to die for. It’ll look wonderful now for summertime festivities and will easily transition into the fall and winter seasons. It’s on sale for $350 down from $1350 – what a steal!

Summer is a great time to add a punch of color to your wardrobe, but it doesn’t always have to be with your purse. I know I’ve mentioned that adding a bright purse is a great way to add color, however, I have also said that there are no rules to fashion during the summer. So, neutral colors are also a go. Also a go is this Jimmy Choo Brown Patent Leather Malena Bag from bluefly.com.
Oh so shiny! I love patent leather anything. Well, maybe not from head to toe, but I do have several pairs of patent leather heels …read more

When you think about Frye, do you immediately think of their fabulous Frye Campus Boots? I know I do! Did you know they also make handbags and accessories using that sumptuous, supple leather they’re known for? They do!
The Frye Whipstitch Tote is a good looking bag in a lovely Cognac shade of reddish brown. The bag features lace up whip-stitching along the front and side gussets for expandability. Although the shape and size 12″H x 16″L x 6″D, is sleek it also has a cool, rustic vibe much like Frye boots.
This is the type of bag that’ll take you from …read more

What bag will you carry this weekend? Depending on where you’re going and what you’re doing, you might need a large tote bag. If you’re going to the flea market/swap meet or even to the beach the best bag to take with you is a casual tote bag. One that’s cute but can take a mild beating.
This whimsical Anya Hindmarch Meat and Poultry tote would be a great addition to your weekend wardrobe. The cute chickens are screen printed in blue on the cream coloured canvas and it features sturdy double leather straps.  You could even use this as a …read more

Looking for a tote in the perfect sunny shade of yellow? You might want to check out Michael Kors‘ summer handbag collection, specifically this pretty new bag with cool hardware details.
This MICHAEL Michael Kors Astor Large Chain Shoulder Tote has the quality you should expect from one of the top fashion designers.  From the smooth leather, chain strap detail, to the silver toned studs found on all the Astor bags, this tote is a winner. And the price, $398, isn’t too harsh! If the Marigold colour isn’t your style, there’s also Luggage (brown) and the classic black. Pick one up …read more

I’m a big fan of classically styled handbags. Ones that aren’t overly logo-ed or have way too many things going on. But sometimes, those classic bags need a little oomph!  At first glance one would think this Chloe tote was your typical, boring black tote but upon further inspection it has quite a few fun details.
It’s the perfect size and shape for every day use, especially as a work bag. There are two front vertical zip pockets on the front of the bag as well as the watermarked, embossed and gold tone Chloe logo. The Chloe Eclispe Tote is available …read more

Looking for a cute tote to give as a gift? Consider this cleverly designed tote by Jessica Kagan Cushman tote. This handbag would work really well as a casual every day bag, a beach bag or weekend tote.
The Jessica Kagan Cushman 4 Cs Crest Tote is made from white coated canvas and double wrinkled patent handles. On the front crest graphic the phrase ‘Cupcakes, Cash, Cocktails, & Carats‘. It’s a witty interpretation of the classic 4Cs for diamonds. It measures 12″H x 14″L x 6″D and comes with a cute 5″ x 9.5″ zippered logo pouch she can use …read more

Do you remember the white Steve Madden Totalli Woven Tote I wrote about last week? Well, what do you know, Daisy Fuentes created her own woven tote and the similarities are striking.
The Daisy Fuentes Faux-Crocodile Tote has the same overall shape and chain link handle detail. It measures 12″H x 20″W x 3″D and is available in three colours, black, champagne and silver (shown). The style is roomy and perfect for every day. The chain gives it a modern touch that takes it a step above casual.
Which one would you pick?  The woven faux-leather of the Steve Madden version or …read more