If this Jimmy Choo Pep Glazed Canvas Tote is at all indicative of the overall spirit of upcoming Cruise 2010 collections, then we’re in for a very wild, colorful few months. We’ve got studs, grommets, birds, flags, a funky motif – what have I missed? It’s all festively adorned on coated canvas, and to its credit, it will just about match anything in the closet. Even more importantly, though, is that 25% of the net sales of the Choo Project PEP collection (including cuffs, heels, flip flops, clutches, and more) will be donated to the Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa, which assists women who have been exposed to HIV. Brighten up your world and do a world of good. Available to pre-order for $995 at Nordstrom.

posted: October 29th, 2009
category: Jimmy Choo Purses
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No, I don’t know what on earth Shenae Grimes and Alec Baldwin are doing together at Elle’s Women in Hollywood event. But I do know that the red clutch the 90210 star is holding is a Lanvin. The purse‘s rich marroon hue and oversized shape are a nice complement to Shenae’s little black dress. Let’s just hope she didn’t leave with Alec’s number inside it!

Photo from People.com.

posted: October 29th, 2009
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style, Lanvin Bags
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Jennifer Lopez sizzled in a sexy black dress for the premiere of Michael Jackson’s “This is It,” and if you look closely you’ll note that her purse is none other than a lovely black pleated Lanvin clutch with ribbon accents. From that hot dress to the purse (understated yet romantic) to those killer boots, this look is a total thrill.

Photo from JustJared.buzznet.com.

posted: October 29th, 2009
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style, Lanvin Bags
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It’s safe to say this sleek Yves Saint Laurent Small Satin Chain Strap Bag is the epitome of elegance. With its clean lines, steely grey color and chunky chain, it embraces several trends yet remains inimitably timeless thanks to that simple shape and glam evening-worthy appearance. It’s just perfect to see you through holiday party season. Available for $1295 at Net-a-Porter.

posted: October 28th, 2009
category: Yves Saint Laurent Handbags
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Nobody does the bow-adorned purse as immaculately as Valentino, so I look to the new Satin Bow Front Clutch with that in mind. Sidestepping the usual floppy bow, this one boasts a decidedly more architectural shape that is just gorgeous. Combine that with a striking emerald green color that just pops instantly, and you’ve got yourself a winner on all counts. Available for $895 at Net-a-Porter.

posted: October 28th, 2009
category: Valentino Handbags
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My bag collection is full of clutches – some big, some little, some sleek, some poufy. But there’s nothing in there that remotely resembles this Prada Velutto Sere Clutch, a soft velvet purse adorned with a multitude of embellishments, like sequins and beads fashioned into flowers. The flashy effect is disconcerting on the velvet’s sort of blandish color – everything matches, but doesn’t really harmonize well. One would have to wear this with an amazing dress to really make it look good. Available for $1350 at Barneys.

posted: October 28th, 2009
category: Prada Handbags
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Front-row seats at Dior‘s Paris show? Sigh – it’s a hard-knock life, eh, Rihanna? The stylish singer opted for a chic black frock for the catwalk, along with red-orange lipstick and a divine Dior crocodile handbag. And check out those gloves – fuh-ierce.

Photo from JustJared.buzznet.com.

posted: October 28th, 2009
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style, Dior Handbag
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The word “rockabilly” usually strikes fear into my heart, but I’m happy to report that this Marc Jacobs Rockabilly Leather Purse does not. The handbag cleverly mimics the traditional rockabilly pompadour ‘do with its swirled laser-cut pattern, and the bright fuchsia satin lining is a fun, quirky twist. A fabulous everyday bag with a nice edge. Available for $1,350 at Net-a-Porter.com.

posted: October 27th, 2009
category: Marc Jacobs Handbags
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I’m torn: Is this Chloe Polka Dots Leather Bag cute or just plain weird? Arguments could be made for both parties, but I’m leaning towards Team Cute at the moment. With an oversize suede bow, studded to the core with gold-tone “dots,” accenting the otherwise super-plain beige leather, it actually becomes quite intriguing, fun, and feminine. It will definitely start a few conversations among your more fashionable friends, and you can count on being able to wear it with everything from jeans to casual dresses. Ok, I’m convinced – cute it is. Available for $1405 at Net-a-Porter.

posted: October 27th, 2009
category: Chloe Purses
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Well, you can put those pregnancy rumors to rest. Judging by this incredibly sexy, slim-fitting cutout frock, Halle Berry is MOST DEFINITELY not pregnant. Though if she were, I wouldn’t blame her – look at how smokin’ hot her partner Gabriel Aubry is. Halle is an absolute knockout in this dress, but I can’t quite place the coral-pink clutch she’s paired it with. Can you?

Photo from JustJared.buzznet.com.

posted: October 27th, 2009
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style, Name that Purse
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