If I was about 17 years old and headed off to spring break with my senior year buddies, I’d probably be all over this bag. The Juicy Couture Islands bag is clearly beach-worthy - it’s transluscent and comes complete with an absolutely adorable map-print towel. Depicting such hot spots as the “Sea of Roses” and “Glamor Campus” (incidentally, that’s right off the coast of “Juicy Island”), the towel is a fun fantasy and a cute extra. The only drawback? It’s $165 - and even I couldn’t justify that for a plastic bag and a towel. Available at neimanmarcus.com.

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Adorable and practical for those nights out on the town, this Coach Hamptons Signature Stripe Wristlet is a great choice for a Valentine’s Day gift. The classic Coach pattern adorns the sides of this wristlet with a fun punch of color as the accents. Red leather decorates the top and bottom of the wristlet and the tassel adds a unique detail. If you are looking for a great gift, but don’t want to spend too much, this Coach wristlet is reasonably priced at $98. You can order this bag through the company’s website at Coach.com.

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A bag this chic belongs on the arm of a biker babe - or any woman longing to show off her inner rock star. The Jimmy Choo Sheen Calf and Suede Bucket Bag is a truly gorgeous bag worth every penny. It’s got a unique shape and an even more unusual combination of materials. Together, the rich, supple calf and smooth suede join forces to create a real animal of a handbag. A variety of goldtone embellishments, including studs and rings, add a killer gleam to this class act. The black is a deep, deep midnight version of the shade, and the gold stands out for miles. The brown is slightly more subdued; it has a worn, almost vintage look that makes it a bit more versatile. Both are irresistible, and choosing one might be the only dilemma you face with this fabulous Jimmy Choo creation. Available for $1650 at saks.com.

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This lacy and feminine Salvatore Ferragamo Calfskin Cutout Shoulder Bag is so perfectly elegant in beige calfskin. Salvatore Ferragamo always produces the prettiest of luxury accessories for the sophisticated, worldly customer. The delicate floral cutout pattern is a play on the lace concept, the scalloped handles and tassels just extend the look. This handbag also coincides nicely with the Museum of Art and Design’s “Radical Lace and Subversive Knitting” exhibit in New York City. The exihibit also includes wild and beautiful interpretations of lace, from rubber to metal to chocolate.

$1,500 at Saks

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Nylon isn’t exactly the most exciting material in the world, but leave it to Burberry to make it look sinfully appealing. The plush, beige quilted Burberry Nylon Shoulder Bag features slick, polished leather trim and gold hardware. This roomy bag is both stylish and practical - it’s perfect for everyone from nine-to-fivers to stay-at-home moms to students. It has a versatile sensibility that makes it ideal for toting just about everything, from books to baby’s essentials. Toss in a water bottle and makeup bag while you’re at it - this bag is large enough to store it all. Available for $530 at burberry.com.

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I have nothing but high praise for the new Coach Penelope Vachetta Satchel. This adorable, cotton candy pink purse is an instant classic that’s been updated with a few trendy elements to make it fresh. The graduated brass ring detail on the handles is immediately noticeable, and the hardware is a gorgeous contrast to the bag’s sweet shade. It lends an elegant vibe that balances the overall youthful quality of the bag perfectly. Penelope is nice and spacious, allowing you the room to tote it all in the most stylish manner possible. This bag is fit for a princess, but equally at home on the arm of a working professional. Feminine, chic and pulled together, the Coach Penelope Vachetta Satchel is available for $798 at coach.com.

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It’s beachy, it’s bright, and it’s psychadelic…it must be Pucci’s Terry Beach Tote. The unmistakable Pucci-style print features a bold swirl of blue, pink, purple, black, and yellow that Picasso would have loved. The bag is accented by white leather trim and a handle that reaches across the open top. Because it’s terry-cloth this daring tote is perfect for handling the beach elements - and it will certainly be easy to spot from far away. A fun, casual summertime choice.

Available for $590 at Bergdorf Goodman

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Remember how in high school you’d take your brand-new Levis, snip some holes in the knees, run them through the was a few dozen times, and have your little brother ride over them on his bike, all just so they’d look perfectly aged and vintage? Fendi’s Distressed Magic Bag is the handbag equivalent. Distressed brown leather looks worn, but not shabby - think of a horse saddle that’s had the shine buffed away. Speaking of horses, the bag definitely has a Western vibe to it, thanks in part to the gold belt buckle-like hardware and front flap. And I like how the top handles stand upright to give the handbag more of a sophisticated feel; loose or long straps would have been too casual. So what if it’s not really vintage? A new Fendi is nothing to pout about.

$1,330 at Bergdorf Goodman

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Functional, stylish, and durable…looks like we have a winner! The Hogan Pleated Media Tote is all of these things. Available in ivory or soft blue leather, this classic tote boasts gold hardware and brown leather trim, zipper pulls, drawstring, and straps. The drawstring feature adds a casual element to the slouchy tote, which also has front and side pockets. All in all, this is a lovely day bag to accompany you on errands - it’s subtle but supremely chic.

$895 at Bergdorf Goodman

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Once again, Hogan knows best. I can’t get over the classic appeal of this flawless Hogan Tall Lizzy Tote, which comes in a refreshing brown shade dubbed “brandy.” The less-is-more design lets the suppleness of the leather shine. In fact, it’s pretty much all leather with this tall tote: Leather shoulder strap, leather bag, and leather wraparound straps that are attached by elegant gold buckles. It’s very distinguished for a semi-casual everyday tote. A bag like this adds instant class to any outfit…but of course, that’s true of almost any Hogan bag.

$1,045 at Bergdorf Goodman

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