Fashion for charity is always a good thing, so heads up if you still need to do your good deed of the day. Forty percent of sales proceeds from the Fashion’s Night Out Official Collection Tote will go to the New York City AIDS Fund in the Community Trust. FNO is, of course, the biggest collective fashion event of the year, held every September. Even if you can’t take part in person, you can do a little something to ensure that your purchase is doubly beneficial. This tote is cute and charitable. Approved! Available to pre-order for $50 at Nordstrom.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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Futuristic fashion can be a tricky beast. One wrong move and you risk looking like an extra in Back to the Future Part II. Get it right, though, and you end up with something like this Alexander Wang Adriel Metallic Leather Clutch, a piece so fantastically shiny it doubles as a mirror for late-night gloss touchups. I’d take a flying car over this any day, though! Available for $475 at Net-a-Porter.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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Do you love bubble wrap? It’s hard to resist popping those little air pockets and once you get started it’s even harder to stop. Even though the Marni Textured Leather Tote looks like it’s made of that fun packing material, make no mistake, this is one trendy little purse. The rows of covered studs make for a seamless design. This basic black bag is neat, orderly and fully functional. Polka dots are in for fall, and you can easily pull them off with this tote without looking like you’re joining the circus.  Go to Net-a-Porter.com and for $1210 you can add this tote to your fall wardrobe.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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In what world does a wallet coated in polyester earn itself the right to be called “Vogue”? Apparently ours. Fine, Big Buddha, you’re the masters of all things cheap and (usually) chic, but a line is being drawn at the Vogue Clutch, which, frankly, is anything BUT. I dig the faux fur trend, but this is just faux…fuzz. Available for $55 at Nordstrom.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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Somewhere between crossbody and messenger bag is the realm into which The Sak Silverlake fits. Presumably named after Los Angeles’ bastion of hipster culture, this bag is indeed hip, from its chevron motif to its casual, crossbody style. But when that trend’s flame flickers away, you can detach the strap and embrace it as a regular shoulder bag. Get one for just $89 at Piperlime.

posted: August 25th, 2011
category: Other designer Handbags
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We’ve all kissed a few frogs in our lifetimes, but perhaps none as appealing as the fella planted atop this charmer. Prince Charming, to be precise, is from LOVE Moschino, a label that champions cheeky-chic in the best, most unassuming way. The little darling is covered in sleek black satin, which allows our potential Mr. Right to really stand out. He IS wearing a Swarovski crystal crown, which leads me to believe that he is, in fact, The One. And he’s just $250! Find the LOVE Moschino Prince Charming Box Clutch at Nordstrom.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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You’re attending a ballet recital, the opera or perhaps a Broadway play. You’re dressed to the nines. You grab…this? I’d say yes only for the ballet recital, because the Santi Sequin Frame Clutch is appropriately dressed in a tutu. Spangly sequins? Big yay as we head into fall. Frothy mess (they call them “flowers”) only a little girl should wear? Nay. Find it for $198 at Nordstrom.

posted: August 25th, 2011
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Here’s a look worth skipping the lattes for! This Valentino Medium Leather Bag would make a great splurge. Its detachable strap makes it easy to dress up; imagine it with a black and white gown for a black tie wedding. And although I’d call it a purse worthy of evening events, it would be simple to integrate into everyday wear when converted back into shoulder bag. It would look cute and casual with a nice pair of jeans and a structured top, but still classy and undeniably chic. It’s $588 at YOOX.

posted: August 25th, 2011
category: Valentino Handbags
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That crafty Jessica Simpson. I wasn’t surprised to hear she’s running a billion-dollar empire. She might not be the sharpest knife in the drawer, but Jess is great at selling herself, and she’s great at developing affordable, yet cute, designs like this Midtown Crossbody by Jessica Simpson Bags. Just sling this mock-croc crossbody over your body, and you’re ready to tackle anything from a day of running errands to a meetup with the girls to a hot date. Available at WorldofBags for $61.

posted: August 25th, 2011
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style
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The love affair with all things disco continues! I was unable to enjoy all of the fabulousness of the seventies, since I was a tiny kid at the time, so I’m definitely not complaining now that it’s back. I’m wearing wide-legged everything, making smart use of little bow-neck blouses, and slinging on awesome bags. What’s awesome? This Milly Paige 70s Mini Bag is awesome. It’s retro-chic in the cutest little semi-boxy package, absolutely decadent in glossy red leather, and slapped with a quirky “M” logo that can be removed if you want. Groovy! Available for $345 at Nordstrom.

posted: August 25th, 2011
category: Other designer Handbags
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