Jessica O. wrote to our sister site Outblush, saying, “I recently saw a smartphone wallet made by Tiffany. I immediately fell in love. However, there’s no way I can afford the Tiffany version. Can you recommend any that are similar (hold cards, money and my iPhone) but maybe under $50 or so? I’m a new mom and my only “purse” is what I can fit in an already-stuffed diaper bag. I think I at least deserve a cute wallet. Oh, and my favorite color is green. But I’m open to any fun, bright colors. Thanks in advance!”

Hi Jessica! We’re thrilled to help a new mom and fellow purse lover out! We’ve rounded up five fun and bright iPhone wallets for you to look at – they all come close to your budget and should easily squeeze into any jam-packed diaper bag. We hope you enjoy!

1. Kate Spade iPhone 4 Wristlet $70

2. Navor Green Multipurpose Folio Book Style Wallet Leather Case iPhone 4 4S $16.50

3. MICHAEL Michael Kors Exclusive iPhone 5 Clutch Case $79.95

4. Free People Printed Leather iPhone 4/4S Wallet $19.95

5. Jessica Simpson Leopard Erin iPhone Case $38

posted: November 29th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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You may follow our sister site, Outblush, for news on the latest couture & hipster fashion, beauty products, and more, but what if your sole obsession in life is purses, purses, and more purses? Hel-lo, you turn to us here at Purse Page! Welcome to Personal Shopper, Purse Page style!

Jeanette wrote in to Outblush, saying, “Hello! I have read your posts dutifully for years and you have never lead me astray. I come to you now to ask a favor. I’ve been looking for a bag that is like a crossbody and backpack or a crossbody that converts into a back-pack. I’d be willing to pay up to $50 if it was higher quality. I’d like it to maybe even fit my computer (15″) if possible. Also, I’m not overly concerned about it being leather, but it’d be nice. If you find some other options, I’d be open. The main focus is that it’s convertible. Thanks so much for your time and I look forward to hearing from you! Jeanette.”

Hey Jeanette, Lisa J. here, and I have to say I too love this convertible purse concept. It’s the perfect purse solution for gals who are constantly on the go! I found several bags near your price range but included one higher priced version that was my personal favorite (#4). Hope one of these is just right!

1. Le Donne Vaquetta Leather Womens Everyday Backpack Purse $59.96

2. Hailey Jeans Co. Womens Faux Leather Multi Pocket Backpack $54.94

3. David King Convertible Sling Backpack $50.99

4. ASHTON Convertible Flap Backpack $91.80

5. Le Donne Leather Women’s Sling BackPack Purse $58.99

6. Women’s Convertible Backpack Purse & Shoulder Bag $21.99

posted: October 17th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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Andreea T wrote to our sister site Outblush, saying, “Hi gals!  I have a request for you, and by the amazing finds you post every day, I see no reason why you shouldn’t find mine in a jiffy. I need a stylish but not gianormous wallet that can fit all my credit/store reward cards and IDs, plus coupons (new baby stuff is not cheap!). My wallet is bursting at the seams and all the wallets I seem to find are the size of a clutch. Thank you!”

Greetings, Andreea! Allow us to help you with this one – we know how important a quality wallet is! We’ve rounded up six super spacious but seriously fashionable wallets for you to choose from. We even made sure to find organizational wallets within a wide price range to help your search. We’re happy to help and hope you find a wallet you adore!

1. Kelly & Katie Shiny Patent File Master $19.95

2. Tory Burch Amanda Checkbook Wallet $265

3.  Bric’s Cervo Leather Zip-Around Wallet $190

4. Vera Bradley Snap Tab Wallet $31.50

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Long Tri-Fold Wallet $198

6. Orla Kiely Cash on the Bow Wallet $194.99

posted: September 19th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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You may follow our sister site, Outblush, for news on the latest couture and hipster fashion, beauty products, and more, but what if your sole obsession in life is purses, purses, and more purses? Hel-lo, you turn to us here at Purse Page! Welcome to Personal Shopper, Purse Page style!

Amy wrote in looking for a less expensive version of the JAS M.B. ‘Move On Mint’ Bag that was recently featured here. We’re going to help Outblush out with this one, because we appreciate a good budget bag hunt every now and again. Plus, we are passionate-to-the-extreme about purses! Amy, we’ve rounded up five fantastic mint-colored bags for you to choose from. We hope you find one that you love!

1. Vemo Sequined Satchel $50

2. Fashion Women Zipper Shoulder Crossbody Handbag $41.99

3. Fossil Tessa Foldover ZB5289 Cross Body $218

4. Cole Haan Sheila Crossbody $120

5. Kimchi Blue Double-Zip Chain Satchel $49

posted: July 6th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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CT wrote to our sister site Outblush, saying, ”Hello Outblush ladies! I have asked for your help before, and was thrilled with the results you came up with so I’m hoping the third time around you will still be willing to help! I am IN LOVE with a bag, but it is a little out of my price range and was hoping you would have some luck finding a similar shape/design… I am in love with the whole kilim prints thing this spring. Here is the bag. Thanks so much!”

Howdy, CT! Allow us to help Outblush help you with this one – we live for a good purse hunt, and we were able to round up six budget-friendly kilim-style bags for you to choose from. We hope you enjoy the selection as much as we enjoyed the search!

1. Bohemia Moroccan Kilim Bag, Casa Shopper Red $96.80

2. Nicole Lee Calantha Tie Dye Satchel $56.70

3. RACHEL Rachel Roy Fair Isle Large Tote $89

4. AmeriLeather Roamer Tote $147.99

5. Kilim Bag $160.65

6. Handmade Carpet Purse $134.50

posted: June 8th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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You may follow our sister site, Outblush, for news on the latest couture and hipster fashion, beauty products, and more, but what if your sole obsession in life is purses, purses, and more purses? Hel-lo, you turn to us here at Purse Page! Welcome to Personal Shopper, Purse Page style!

Serena wrote to Outblush, saying: “I am absolutely smitten with the Balenciaga Azur Bag City Classic. It is however incredibly expensive. Could you recommend some options in the $100.00- $150.00 range? I love citrus hues, soft blues, and matte grays. Outblush came to my rescue last year when I was looking for a fab trench and I am hoping you can work your magic once again. Thank you!”

Hi Serena! We’re going to help Outblush out with this one, because not only are we crazy about purses, we consider ourselves pros at finding lookalikes (see our weekly Lookalike Shopping Sprees here)! We’ve rounded up six budget friendly versions of the Balenciaga Azur Bag City Classic for you to choose from. We realize we went a tad over budget on the B. Makowsky but it was too beautiful to leave out. We’re thrilled to lend a hand with your shopping quest and we hope you find a purse you love!

1. GUESS Avera Box Satchel $63.99

2. B. Makowsky Glove Leather Hobo w/Zipper Pocketsand Stitch Detail $175.80

3. Stylish Women Tassels Tote Shoulder Bag $65.99

4. Hurley Arlington II Frame Bag $47.99

5. Fossil Monika Small Convertible Leather Satchel $134

6. NICOLI Large Leather Bag $118

posted: May 24th, 2012
category: Balenciaga Handbags, Luxe for less, Other designer Handbags, Personal Shopper
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Morgan wrote to our sister site Outblush, saying, “I’m heart broken…purse heart broken. This is my purse, it came from Avon and I’ve had it for two years. I LOVE this purse, but it has come to it’s end. The handle has broken, the magnetic clip has been glued on one too many times, and I’m counting down the days to when it completely falls apart. I have finally admitted that I need a new purse. But I love this purse so much that shopping around for other purses is leaving me heart broken and I can barely stand it. Think you can help me out and find me a new purse that I will love just as much or even more? There are conditions for a new purse. 1) It has to be a dark or smokey purple 2) it has to have personality 3) it can’t cost more than $70 and 4) I need to be able to get it in Canada. I’m praying you can help me out. I just can’t find a purse as good as what I’ve already got! Thank you so much.”

Greetings, Morgan! We’re going to help Outblush out with this one, because not only do we know a thing or two about purses, we can’t stand to see a fellow purse lover in despair! We’ve hunted down five pretty purple purses that ooze personality and are all within your budget of $70 or less. We may not be able to help you replace your beloved, but we hope one of these beauties will work its way into your heart!

1. Bueno Dark Purple Small Flap Handbag $29.99

2. Urban Expressions Vegan Purple Handbag $61

3. JPK Paris City Love Sac Tote $47.99

4. Liz Claiborne New York Tote Bag w/Stud Accents $41.52

5. F by Fortuna Valentino Quilted Hobo $32.67

posted: May 2nd, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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You may follow our sister site, Outblush, for news on the latest couture and hipster fashion, beauty products, and more, but what if your sole obsession in life is purses, purses, and more purses? Hel-lo, you turn to us here at Purse Page! Welcome to Personal Shopper, Purse Page style!

Katie wrote to Outblush, saying: “I’m having the hardest time finding what seems to be a pretty simple request! What I’m looking for is a good quality tan leather handbag that has enough of a drop so I can wear it as a shoulder bag, but not so long that it is a crossbody.  Second, I would prefer it to be in the medium size category (no more than 12″ in any dimension).  I have seen some great ones out and about, but haven’t been able to locate one myself. Your help would be ever so much appreciated!”

Hi, Katie! We’re thrilled to help a fellow purse lover out! We’ve rounded up five gorgeous tan leather handbags for you to look at – they all fit your requested dimensions and are fairly reasonably priced to boot. We’ll hope you’ll be pleased!

1. Fontanelli Classic Italian Leather Adjustable Strap Handbag $398

2. Roberto Capucci Large Leather Bag $468

3. MICHAEL Michael Kors Jet Set Medium Shoulder Tote $198

4. Etienne Aigner Veldon Tote $63.99

5. Foley & Corinna Jet Set Mini $425

posted: April 18th, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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You may follow our sister site, Outblush, for news on the latest couture & hipster fashion, beauty products, and more, but what if your sole obsession in life is purses, purses, and more purses? Hel-lo, you turn to us here at Purse Page! Welcome to Personal Shopper, Purse Page style!

Mariya wrote to Outblush, saying: “I have been addicted to your blog ever since my husband (!) showed it to me almost a year ago, and would love some help from your oh-so-knowledgeable editors. I am looking for a clutch for my mom for her birthday. She is in her late 40′s and I wanted to get her a nice clutch (~$200) that she could wear both to a brunch with her girlfriends or dress up for something more formal. She is not into too much bling or anything too trendy- just something classy and feminine. I have given up after months of search and could really use some help.”

Hi Mariya! We are thrilled to help you out with your search for a beautiful, classy clutch for your mom. We’ve rounded up six stunning, elegant, low bling bags for you to choose from. We hope you find one you and your mom will both love and we hope she has an extra special birthday! (P.S. – tell your hubby we say hi too!)

1. DKNY French Grain Clutch ($195)

2. J. Renee Clutch ($99)

3. MICHAEL Michael Kors Berkley Clutch ($188)

4. Badgley Mischka Nellie ($195)

5. Sondra Roberts Large Pleated Satin Box ($130)

6. Lodis Accessories Dolce Croc Veronica Clutch ($158)

posted: March 1st, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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Miranda wrote to our sister site Outblush, saying,“…I am in dire need of a cute yet professional carry-all bag. I loooooove this one from J. Crew, but at $348 its a bit out of my price range. Plus, I’m not a huge fan of black bags and the red might be a bit much for something I want to use professionally, so I was hoping to find something in brown.  It has to be big enough to carry a few notebooks, some odds and ends, plus my 15″ Macbook pro—so at least 14.5″ (either width or height). An outside pocket would be super nice but is not crucial. I want something leather. I’m not set on it being a tote, I’d be fine with a satchel or messenger bag or even a backpack. And here’s why I need some help from the professionals—I want it to be around $250. If you could help me with this it would be a life saver! I’m too bummed from finding dream bags for $400 or $500 to keep looking… Thanks!”

Howdy, Miranda. Outblush asked us if we could help ‘em out on this one, since clearly, we are passionate-to-the-extreme about purses! We’ve rounded up seven spacious, brown leather bags for you to choose from. Our favorite is number six, the WHITE IN 8 Large Leather Bag – it’s an exciting 19.9 inches wide, has an exterior zipper pocket, and is made of beautiful, soft textured leather. Tell us your favorite by leaving a comment below – we hope you find one you love!

1. New York & Company Foldover Bag with Contrasting Handle ($49.95)

2. Melie Bianco Drew Expandable Size Zipper Tote ($49.50)

3. ORCIANI Large Leather Bag ($235)

4. Lauren by Ralph Lauren Tote – Newbury Shopper ($248)

5. BCBG MAX AZRIA Quilted Leather Hobo Bag ($159)

6. WHITE IN 8 Large Leather Bag ($148)

7. Vince Camuto Michelle Pebble Leather Stud Trim Hobo ($180)

posted: February 22nd, 2012
category: Personal Shopper
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