Etienne Aigner gets colorblocking right with its Melinda Satchel.

The trend has prevailed for several seasons, but I'm still wondering when the tide will turn. When it does a subtly colorblocked bag like the Melinda will endure, while ones with wilder color palettes will date quickly.

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After six decades in the business, Etienne Aigner is revamping its image. The label's new look coincides with its recent decision to bring its handbag and jewelry designs and manufacturing back in house for its fall 2012 collections and beyond.

Etienne Aigner's signature horseshoe and ...

Etienne Aigner is ringing in the New Year with the release of two new handbag collections for its Aigner Travel line.

The first is the Carina Piccolina collection, a lightweight line made of high-quality nylon material. The use of nylon lightens our load, while the real leather ...

Etienne Aigner gives the classic tote a hint of luxury with the Tiffany.

The conservative label's taken a traditional box shape and made it feel a little richer with some convincing crocodile embossing. The scales really are well done, which makes me wonder why I'm less ...

Etienne Aigner, where have you been hiding? The usually pedestrian fashion label has created an uncharacteristically fashion forward satchel with the Krista.

If I didn't know better I'd swear this was the work of some high end European designer. Its honey colored snake embossed leather is ...

Etienne Aigner serves up another dependable handbag with this Gentry tote.

The Gentry isn't very fashion forward, but it is super stylish. The rounded bucket shape makes a refreshing change of pace from the typical boxy tote. Its curves are subtly emphasized by elegant stitching. I'm ...

Etienne Aigner's flagship store in Munich has been given a shiny new makeover just in time for spring. The German fashion house enlisted architect Jorg Hahn to give the store just the right ambience to showcase its leather goods and apparel items.

The 200-square-meter store feels luxurious ...

After seeing so many classic, and dare I say dull, leather handbags from Etienne Aigner I was taken aback by this Stonebridge tote. Surely such a casual creation couldn't come from such a buttoned up label!

Well yes it has, and not a moment too soon. ...

A few unexpected color choices help Etienne Aigner's classic Cynthia tote stand out from the pack.

The Cynthia is the kind of bag that could have easily been passed over. It's not covered with studs or sequins. Its shape is fairly unremarkable. But that rich earthy ...

Etienne Aigner bags are typically clean and refined, but the label seems to have been influenced by modern designs with this Whitney satchel.

The uncluttered, smooth lines we usually associate with Etienne Aigner are gone, replaced instead with gleaming hardware and a casual slouch. The style ...

While so many designers pander to passing trends, Etienne Aigner remains true to the classics. This Hyde Park satchel might not push the fashion envelope, but its structured good looks will stand the test of time.

If you've been wowed by the vintage fashions ...

If you thought metallics were strictly for after five, think again. Etienne Aigner shows us it's possible to add a little glitz to your everyday, and look classy at the same time, with this enviable Ella hobo.

This pewter has the unmistakable sheen of a metallic, ...

Etienne Aigner might not create the It bags that send us all drooling, but the brand is always a reliable choice for classic accessories that doesn't cost the earth.

The Colby is in keeping with the brand's traditions, from its tried and true signature brown leather to its clean trapezoidal line. It ...

Without fail, Etienne Aigner always manages to produce my favorite classic and simple shoulder bags. The key for me is in the great design and the reasonable pricing; this hobo only costs $109.

For the price you get a lot of handbag. The real leather is soft and in that rich tan shade ...

We can always rely on Etienne Aigner for classic handbags, but its traditional sensibilities can get a little boring. So I was thrilled to come across this Vintage Cut Out Handle Purse, an accessory which adds a little spice to the brand's time-honored appeal.

The head-turning style comes from the large cut-out ...

Etienne Aigner doesn't create the trendiest accessories around, but its timeless looks shouldn't be overlooked.

A tote like this Velden Core bag doesn't scream so loudly, but there's something so appealing about its clean and refined lines. Its shape is just a little out of the ordinary, and its deep seams add ...

Cross-body bags are right on trend this season as women look for accessories which favor functionality over flash. It's a good thing for Etienne Aigner, who has always preferred creating reliable handbags rather than the next big thing.

Its Christina cross-body bag features a utilitarian design, with polished buckles and zips. Unfortunately ...

This bucket bag from Etienne Aigner's Harlow collection might not turn heads, but it's got the functional features that make it irresistible to girls on the go.

The Harlow isn't as large as many bags on the market, but it's big enough to handle everything you really need without weighing you down. ...

From one vintage bag, to another. This one, unlike the bag I wrote about earlier, is just the sort of thing that I would buy for work and play!

The Tuscan tote looks like it is worth more than the utterly reasonable $69.99 Etienne Aigner is charging. The classic vintage styling, with a ...

Etienne Aigner has carved a reputation as the go-to brand for sensible and sophisticated handbags. They probably won't turn any heads, but you'll find yourself pulling them out of your closet season after season.

The Ridgedale is another example of the dependable handbags we expect from the brand. The traditional boxy shape ...

Etienne Aigner always manages to produce elegant and timeless designs despite the fact that the costs hover around the reasonable $100 mark.

This satchel isn't at all cutting edge. Instead, the purse looks back towards a more traditional time, with stylish art deco buckles and classic leather lines. From the cut to the ...

Etienne Aigner is celebrating its 60th anniversary with the relaunch of many retro handbags.

When the brand began, the company's namesake began making belts from a single shade of burgundy leather. As a young designer, he reasoned that it would be cheaper to work with just one shade. The label branched ...

These days a hobo is rarely just a hobo. The original crescent-shaped, bohemian-chic bag has given way to purses that are less slouchy and more sophisticated. The Essex is Etienne Aigner's elegant interpretation of the traditional hobo handbag.

Despite its slouchy top, the Essex has more structure than the average hobo. Its ...

If I had to describe this Etienne Aigner handbag in only one word, I would call it classy. Yes, it can be called classic, too, even somewhat timeless. However, it's just so wear-to-Sunday-brunch chic that I can't help but think "classy".  

Images of Louboutin heels and summer hats aside, the Vienna ...

This adorable All Aboard bag is the ideal traveling companion, whether you're on vacation or just having a day out.

It's made of tan woven canvas, which gives the bag its straw-like appearance. These natural tones are complemented by ivory faux leather trim and classic gold hardware.

It may be on the small side, ...

Unleash your wild side with this stunning Etienne Aigner shoulder bag.

It's made from luxurious crocodile leather rendered in earthy browns or rich sapphire blue. This deeply textured fabric is offset by shimmering silver-tone hardware and an adorable "A" logo charm.

This stylish shoulder bag is spacious and cleverly designed, making it ideal for a day ...

This Etienne Aigner handbag just screams sophistication, from its classic satchel shape to its high-quality leather finish.

Its design is timeless and simple. The thin threaded belt detail and shiny silver side buckles add a ladylike flair to this beautiful bag. The classic black, eye-catching white, and earth tone purses are so easy to ...

This adorable tote from Etienne Aigner is the ideal everyday bag. Its timeless good looks rendered in classic colors make it the perfect accessory for a day at the office or lunch with the girls.

The subtle "A" logo of Etienne Aigner's jacquard fabric gives this cute tote a timeless appeal. Choose from basic ...

This stylish Etienne Aigner handbag is casually elegant, making it an ideal tote for the office or a night out with the girls. It features the distinctive "A" Logo, so all your friends will know it's an authentic Etienne Aigner creation. The initial is a bold chocolate color on the camel satchel, but if ...