Since it's Halloween, I feel obligated to find an ugly designer bag and rip on it because.....well, just because. It would be simple to just find a usual suspect (like Fendi, Versace or Juicy Couture) and pick on it for all the obvious reasons, but I like the challenge of discovering a bag that should have been fabulous and got sidetracked.

The Bottega Veneta Woven Boston Bag is a perfect example of what can happen when a trusted and error-free designer label "jumps the shark".

The satchel's elegant shape and overall design is fine, but then we're hit with a myriad of woven strips clad in every imaginable color. I can't figure out why this bag was ever made and especially by Bottega Veneta.

What's even more egregious than the bag itself is the mind-numbing price tag - $5200! Say what? I wish this were a trick, because it's certainly not a treat. You can pre-order the Woven Boston Bag and receive it some time in March - just in time to use it as a colorful (and expensive) Easter basket.

• Bottega Veneta Woven Boston Bag via Neiman Marcus

(A SenoraCartera post: It's Halloween! - When Bad Things Happen to Good Handbags)

Bottega Veneta Boston Bags on eBay

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The Saks shoe and handbag gift card event could be regarded as any woman's dream come true. The very straightforward event earns you a gift card to spend on future purchases when you buy shoes and handbags.

No need to twist my arm, Saks! I know a great deal when I see one. Pre-order items are excluded so there will be some great bags that won't qualify toward earning a gift cards.

The event ends Monday, November 3rd 2008 so you have all weekend to browse and decide what to get. Just click on the banner above to take you to Saks's event page. Happy shopping!

(This is a post from Dania P.: Saks Shoe and Handbag Gift Card Event)

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Saks Bags on eBay

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If you're looking for a classy designer purse, Marc Jacobs is a great place to start. The Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Quinn shoulder bag is a perfect example of the sophisticated style of the designer.

Many celebritites are fans of Marc Jacobs and are often photographed with his signature colorful handbags. This bright green Totally Turnlock Quinn handbag is made from a soft, grained leather and accented with gold hardware. It's the kind of bag that will only get better with age. You'll want to carry it with every outfit whether or not it matches. On the plus side, it won't really matter either way. It's a Marc Jacobs. You can't help but look fabulous!

The Quinn shoulder bag is beautiful, yet functional, with padded leather handles and practical side pockets. The interior is lined with the signature, black-and-white Marc Jacobs fabric showing scrambled letters of the designer's name. The Totally Turnlock handbag earns its name from the twist locks found on the side pocket and flap top closures.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Quinn purse is also available in more subtle colors like brown and cream. If you want to be bold, however, choose one of the fun, bright options. After all, it's a Marc Jacobs. Show it off!

More Features of the Totally Turnlock Quinn Shoulder Bag

• Turnlock closures
• Padded leather handles with 8.5 inch drop
• Measures 14 x 11 x 5.5 inches
• Protective feet
• Signature logo lining

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When I was younger, I remember being in love with my mother's mesh handbag. These retro purses made from metal mesh were all the rage in the 70s and 80s, but we haven't seen a lot of them since! But La Regale is bringing back this vintage classic with this stunning slim-line clutch!

This vintage purse is available in classic black, glitzy gold, and shiny silver. The smooth mesh panels catch the light, and people's attention! A magnetic snap closure is hidden under the front flap, offering security without interrupting the magical mesh finish.

A luxurious satin lining adds a touch of class to this vintage clutch. It's not the roomiest clutch around, but there's enough space inside for your party essentials. Small necessities like lipstick and loose change can be safely stored inside the zippered back wall pocket.

Carry this cute purse as a clutch, or use the delicate silver strap to turn it into a shoulder bag! No matter how you choose to wear it, this gorgeous La Regale handbag will help you shine!

More Features of This La Regale Retro Clutch

• Silver-toned hardware
• A single shoulder strap with a 22 inch drop
• Measures 4.25 x 1 x 9.75 inches
• Made in China

La Regale Mesh Purses on eBay

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• Click here to look at this La Regale vintage purse at Endless
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Why advertise for Louis Vuitton or Prada, when you could carry a bag to promote your own business? Impresa Designs has developed the id-bag, a handbag which expresses your corporate identity rather than someone else's!

"The id-bag is good for people who like to network a lot and can and it costs less than a printed ad," said its creator Mary Brophy. She adds that it's easy to strike up a conversation about your bag, and promote your business at the same time. And it seems to be working! From accountants to life coaches, businesswomen across America are trading in their designer purses for id-bags.

"My old laptop was pretty beaten up," admitted id-bags convert Laurie Macomber of Blue Skies Marketing. She says her new notebook will be "nicely nestled" in her id-bag. "I have a lot of branding on my car, so it's perfect for my bag."

Fashion lovers can choose from six bag types including messengers, portfolio bags, and various totes. The handbags are made from your choice of faux suede or twill fabrics, and accented in almost 50 graphic patterns. Each bag carries a company logo, name, or initials in a design resembling a high-end fashion house's signature print.

"The bag designer is you," Mary Brophy explained. "Every woman should be walking around with her initials and her brand instead of someone else's."

What a great idea for small business owners and high-flying executives!

[Source:For Collins Now]
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Business Bags on eBay

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This Nine West handbag features a slick croc-embossed exterior, a versatile medium size, and it's available in a range of rich fashion-ready colors. I'd say that makes The Great Find tote bag live up to its name!

The crocodile craze has picked up where python prints left off, but this Nine West bag is a lot more affordable than the genuine leather. This scaly embossed fabric is supple and smooth, allowing it to fall with a relaxed slouch typical of hobo handbags.

Deep colors are so hot this season, so fashionistas will be pleased with the Nine West range. Choose from classic black or Paris grey, or ivy mustard, ivy violet, or light mulberry for something different.

The structured top features a magnetic closure to keep your essentials safe while maintaining the tote's sleek looks. The luxuriously large interior offers plenty of space for everything you need to get through the day, and the evening too!

Two rolled handles are built to withstand wear and tear. They'll fit comfortably on your shoulder, or in the palm of your hand.

More Features of This Nine West Slouchy Crocodile Bag

• Ribbed lining
• Silver-tone hardware
• Dual shoulder straps with a 9 inch drop
• Measures 11 x 17 x 7 inches
• Made in China

Get This Nine West The Great Find Tote on eBay

• Click here to admire this Nine West croc embossed handbag at Endless
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As I look around at the bright colors and fun designs of the current fashions one thing is clear: the 80s are back! Cap off your retro ensemble with this fun Valley clutch from Steve Madden.

I can just imagine an eighties style icon like Madonna or Cyndi Lauper clutching this cute purse. Its slick faux leather exterior is encrusted with square metal jewels. Their facets catch the light for a dazzling effect, while their random sizes add to the fun!

Open the zip top closure to reveal a simple interior. This clutch isn't very wide, but the soft walls allow it to expand to hold more than you might expect. The zippered wall pocket is perfect for stashing loose change, keys, or any small valuables.

I love the way the jewels contrast with this basic black clutch. The Valley also comes in bright white, or red and pink varieties for an instant pop of color.

More Features of This Steve Madden Valley Bag

• Silver satin lining
• Measures 5.25 x 1 x 10.25 inches
• Made in China

Steve Madden Clutch Purses on eBay

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• Click here to see this Steve Madden Valley bag at Endless
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No matter what your personality, there's a Kiki James makeup bag to suit you!

Are you a classic beauty? Carry this cute cosmetics case in basic black, tan, sapphire blue or claret. Or are you proud of your individual sense of style? Then you'll love this purse in girly rose petal pink, sassy scarlet red, or dreamy powder blue.

No matter what you choose, the quality of these Kiki James clutches is guaranteed. Every Kiki James cosmetics case is handmade from lush Bloomsbury leather. Ordinarily you’d pay a fortune for a handcrafted bag, but these pretty purses are priced to please at just £50!

Make-up is messy. Caps are always popping off lipsticks and mascaras, but don't worry!  This cosmetics case's easy-care suede lining can be removed for washing, so stains are never a stress. This quality bag also features a durable swiss-made zip closure, so you can rest easy knowing your cosmetics are safe and secure.

This versatile Kiki James purse is ideal for storing your makeup at home, or taking it out on the town!

More Features of This Kiki James Makeup Bag

• Silver hardware
• Available in a range of colors
• Measures 8 x 5 inches

Leather Cosmetics Cases on eBay

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• Click here to see Kiki James makeup purses at Kiki James

You've carried the handbag, and soon you can stay in the hotel! European fashion house Moschino plans to open Maison Moschino in Italy's fashion capital, Milan, next year.  The purse designer revealed its plans at the recent TTG Incontri, an Italian tourism trade show.

Moschino will reinvent the site of the historical railway station on Viale Monte Grappa, 12, for its luxury accommodation.

Moschino's Rossella Jardini and his creative team will develop the hotel's signature look. They will maintain the station’s neoclassical facade, but the interior will reflect Moschino's flair for contemporary style.

Maison Moschino's 54 rooms and 15 suites will be spread across four floors. Every room will have its own unique look, however they will be united by a surreal fairytale theme.

"To sleep is to dream, and dreams are fairy tales that we are allowed to experience first hand," Moschino explained.

The hotel will also feature a bar and restaurant, a gym, and a garden and spa for winding down after a hard work-out.

[Source: Couture in the City]

Moschino Handbags on eBay

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Vegans and animal lovers everywhere will rejoice for this designer bag! Made from all-vegan materials, you won't find a speck of leather on Matt & Nat's Jorja handbag or any of their other designs for that matter. The animal-friendly brand combines vegan textile with runway-stylish shapes.

The small Jorja handbag packs a lot of punch for a purse made with such high principles. The shoulder bag shape is classic, but the crinkled texture of the material gives this Matt & Nat bag a slightly funky feel. Copper-colored hardware perfectly complements the chocolate brown color of the vegan bag.

The Matt & Nat Jorja handbag has two practical pockets on the exterior of the purse. The zippered pocket on the front and on the back add to the modern aesthetic of the bag. A magnetic flap closure shows the designer logo and covers a zipper closure. In addition to chocolate brown, the Jorja bag is also available in grey and magenta.

With this Matt & Nat bag, you'll ease your animal-friendly conscience and add tons of eco-chic style.

Features of the Matt & Nat Jorja Handbag

• All-vegan material
• Zip top with magnetic flap
• Copper-colored metallic hardware
• Polyester lining

Matt & Nat Jorja Purses on eBay

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