Take two things I dislike - nylon and the straight-out-of-the-granny-glossary words “knitting bag” - and what do you get? A surprisingly decent Dolce & Gabbana Ruched Nylon Knitting Bag. High-quality woven nylon keeps this charcoal-hued purse looking suitably expensive and well-made, with black leather trim and ruched leather handles for extra polish; peek inside and you’ll be treated to a glimpse of animal print fabric, in case you forgot which designers you’re dealing with. Pintucking gives the nylon a puffy, cloud-like effect, but it’s all in good fun. Overall, I think the purse has a style that’s both stripped down and avant garde, making a good match for downtown gals of the skinny jean/black shrunken jacket/loose tee/Starbucks cup persuasion. Those seeking mega-watt glamour or a show-stopping status bag, however, may be a tad underwhelmed. Available for $1,295 at Eluxury.com.

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Check out bananarepublic.com or head to your nearest Banana Republic store to save 30% off select handbags. This includes new purses that have just hit the shelf as part of the brand’s Fall I collection. Animal print totes, bright envelope clutches and the new Robson collection all makeup the Labor Day savings picks.

Shop the sale online now

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Need a workhorse bag? Look no further than the Tumbled Leather Quincy hobo from J.Crew. This universal bag is made of Italian leather, giving it the sumptuous soft touch that will slouchy beautifully with use. Available in bright yellow and vine green, the quilted hobo is great for work and the weekend, and at $228, it’s a steal. Reminiscent of the Gucci Jackie bag, this purse goes with chunky knit sweaters, slim dresses, and textured tights for fall.It isn’t huge, but it is a comfortable size, with plenty of room for a wallet, cell, and a few other knick-knacks. Definitely not for the girl who carries her life in her purse, but a good size for those of us looking to slowly downsize from our massive purses. The yellow will transition into spring smoothly, so grabbing a statement bag now will serve you well into the future. The Tumbled Leather Quicy hobo is available at jcrew.com.

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Need a little extra motivation to get your fall shopping kick-started? Of course not. But PinkMascara.com is helping you stomach the costs of a new wardrobe for the season by offering big savings. Enter code PREFALL at checkout and save $20 off your order of $100 or more, $50 off orders of $250 or more, or $100 of orders of $500 or more. The sale ends at midnight on 9/2, so hurry if you want to save big on brands like 3.1 Phillip Lim, Black Halo, Ella Moss, and more, plus designer handbags from Foley + Corinna, Gryson, Kooba, and more. Shop now at PinkMascara.com.

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The next two months will see a lot of political maneuvering by the teams of Obama-Biden and McCain-Palin.  If you’re a true-blue gal at heart, you’re also looking forward to seeing the senior statesmen in the Democratic party stump for Mr. Obama, and Al Gore is high on that list.  Show off your affiliation with this Marc Jacobs Give ‘Em Hell, Al tote.  Granted, this bag was not made for this election but Mr. Gore never goes out of style.  Grab it for $70 BIN or Best Offer.

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Truth be told, I’ve always found Fendi’s “To You” style to be one of the label’s weaker offspring. But - color me surprised! - I’m strangely drawn to this new Metallic version, which features a very “Less Than Zero”-ish gleaming mirrored silver frame and a sparkling metallic-flecked goatskin body. Subtle it’s not, but since when has Fendi been subtle? I dig the unabashed extravagance of it all, which makes it a diva-destined purse ideal for big nights out. Available for $1,170 at Barneys.com.

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If the Barneys Warehouse Sale didn’t satiate your appetite for all things designer, take heart. Barneys.com is offering even more dramatic discounts with its Online Sale, with designer items going for up to 75% off. Save big on Marc by Marc Jacobs and Lanvin purses, hot-to-trot luxe footwear, clothes from the likes of Diane von Furstenberg and 3.1 Phillip Lim, and loads more. Click here to start your shopping.

Go right to the women’s department

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Though I’m more inclined to carry a sleek clutch than something so bold and impractical, I’m admittedly smitten by this Christian Louboutin Cancan Feathered Satin Clutch. Adorned with some crazy mix of buoyant, multicolored feathers and a large bow, it has a sassy, Euro-chic vibe about it. Gorgeous with a sleek black sheath dress and killer pumps, it promises to steal the show as soon as you enter a room. And for $1215, it better. Available at Neiman Marcus.

tags: Other designer Handbags ddddd author: Tanya comments: No Comments

It’s been a while since I’ve admired a Coach purse, but the new Legacy Leather Top Handle easily earns praise for being that rare combination of chic and sensible at once. The bronze metallic hue is quietly glamorous, perfect for carrying to the office without making a fuss the way gold would, and the bag’s hefty size is just right for an on-the-go woman. It’s roomy enough to hold the essentials, and the outside pockets are so useful for the smaller items that would otherwise get misplaced. Also in black and gray. Available for $758 at Coach.

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A tribute to Harry Potter’s faithful Hedwig or a quirky little accessory/conversation-starter? Methinks it’s more likely the latter that’s behind the Lieber Snowy Owl Mini Pillbox. Decorated, as per Lieber’s usual, with multicolored crystals, this little thing would really be more at home encased in some kind of display box for folks to ogle at and wonder what the heck it’s all about. To carry it, though, takes an adventurous streak that I lack (or maybe I just have common sense?). Available for $495 at Neiman Marcus.

tags: Other designer Handbags ddddd author: Tanya comments: No Comments