Francesco Biasia offers a chic woven leather handbag for less with this Ismene hobo.

The label has clearly taken inspiration from Bottega Veneta here. The Ismene's woven leather is delicate and refined, every bit the equal to the tight weaves Bottega Veneta offers. But the bold ...

When you're hitting the mall for that last bit of Christmas shopping, you'll need a spacious shopper to help you out. Francesco Biasia delivers with this casual Jeanne shopper.

I was surprised to see Francesco Biasia passing over its usual leather for a more casual fabric. ...

Francesco Biasia's created a bag for the Barbie girls with this very cute, and very pink, Mylene bag.

Goodness this bag is pink. I've been staring at it for about five minutes, and I still haven't completely recovered from that shock of pink. However, having sat ...

Francesco Biasia has gone large with this Edith tote bag.

The Edith is enormous, with almost enough space to carry everything you want, everything you think you might need, and then the kitchen sink. The pair of open pockets and zippered pouch are a bit inadequate ...

Francesco Biasia gives the classic hobo a practical twist with this pocketed Denise.

The angled pockets near the bottom corners are certainly convenient, but they also give the Denise more structure than the average bag of this type. We still see a little of that characteristic ...

Francesco Biasia's Sylvie sees the brand jazz up the traditional tote bag with a splash of crocodile scales.

The scales stamped onto the bright blue toned calfskin are really what make this tote special. I've never seen a blue crocodile before, but the stamping is so realistic I'd almost imagine this was ...

As the weather warms up straw handbags are becoming hot property. But I have to wonder how many girls will want to own this garish Ginger satchel from Francesco Biasia.

I admire the risks taken here, but I'm not convinced by the results. The brightly dyed straw might stand out in a ...

Twelve of Iowa's most creative artists have decorated Francesco Biasia handbags for the Getting a Handle on Life silent auction. All proceeds raised benefit the Courier's online women's showcase.

Contributing artists include Gena Ollendieck, Paco Rosic, Mary Frisbee Johnson, and Bill Close.

Formerly a live event, the tough economy has forced organizers ...

Francesco Biasia leaves the 60s far behind with this hobo that's much more sophisticated than the standard hippie fare.

The Alice has a little hobo slouch, but you can see she's a girl of refined tastes. The flap top design is timeless, and the beige color a classic neutral. The contrast stitching ...

It's been a while since I've come across a Francesco Biasia handbag that really made me want to stop and take a closer look, but the brand's newest fall/winter collection is full of them.

This City Girl tote, with its structured yet slightly slouchy body, is a great mix of classy, uptown style with a ...

This Francesco Biasia Lucky Seven hobo brings together sophisticated simplicity and modern convenience in one beautiful package.

If you like the understated elegance of brands like Linea Pelle or Joe's Jeans, then this handbag is probably right up your alley. The Lucky Seven hobo offers women a hint of an equestrian-inspired ...

Woven leather is effortlessly chic, which may be why everyone from high-end designers Bottega Veneta to cheap and cheerful brands like Aldo have gotten in on the act. Somewhere in the middle of these extremes comes Francesco Biasia's Caroline satchel.

At first glance, I didn't realize the Caroline was woven ...

We can usually count on Italian designer Francesco Biasia to produce handbags that are on-trend, yet timeless, at prices much lower than the big-name brands. The Hip Colette feels so confident in its style that the moniker trumpets it, but I feel that ego is a little misplaced.

It's not that ...

At first glance, it took me a minute to realize that this Francesco Biasia is made from straw. The bright coral color nearly outshines the interesting texture of the Lillian Shoulder Bag, but the pattern holds its own and adds a summery touch to the handbag.

The woven texture isn't the only ...

The Sidney satchel by Francesco Biasia combines the best of both worlds when it comes to a sunny weather handbag. It has that just-came-from-the-beach look along with less-casual details that enable you to wear it with a sundress and heels.

It's the combo of canvas and leather with decorative accents that gives it ...

I love handbags that have a vintage quality to them. Of course, the real deal is always great, but we don't all have time to scour obscure vintage shops to find them. That's why this Francesco Biasia bag offers the best of both worlds. The Allison Satchel has the charm of ...

As far as basic, practical satchels go, Francesco Biasia seems to have figured out what women want. The designer always manages to create handbags with simple lines yet also extraordinary storage. Purses like the Butterfly Glam and Good Girl show how solid-colored bags are a great way to keep the ...

Croco-embossed material seems to be all the rage right now. You can find the trendy texture on everything from patent PVC to genuine leather. The Francesco Biasia Debbie Deb tote is one of the many handbags made from the real deal.

Meaning leather in Italian, the color option "cuoio" is classic even ...

Though Misty May might seem like an interesting name for a bag, it is just one of Francesco Biasia's practical and stylish yet uniquely-named handbags. Good luck figuring out the designer's quirky name choices with lines like Good Girl and Secret Love. Beside the name, however, the Misty May is definitely ...

They say it's not easy being green, but this cute Francesco Biasia hobo bag makes it look pretty effortless!

I love the mossy green shade of textured cowhide leather. It reminds me of spring, which is welcome as the weather cools! If this fresh shade isn't for you, the Ruth is also available in basic ...

Francesco Biasia has used the highest quality fabrics and classic styling to create the Gwen, a gorgeous quilted bag destined to stand the test of time.

It's elegant but not boring thanks to its unique green color, lush quilting, and playful tassels. The supple calf leather body is offset by matching suede trim for a ...

This casually cool satchel from Francesco Biasia is perfect for adding a touch of glamour to your everyday wardrobe.

It's made of a lightweight nylon fabric which is ruched for a fun casual look. It's trimmed with synthetic leather in a complementary shade. I love this subtle silver metallic handbag, but there’s a great range of ...

Are you a good girl? Who cares! Whether you're an angel or a devil you'll love this heavenly handbag from Francesco Biasia!

The lush leather exterior is soft and slouchy, giving the handbag a relaxed feel. Its casual good looks have a rock star edge with plenty of polished silver hardware. Pockets on ...

It's no secret that you’ll fall in love with this elegant satchel from Francesco Biasia!

You'll adore the butter soft Italian leather and its delicious coffee color. This rich shade is complemented by antique gold hardware. I love that striking horsebit clasp on the front!

The style is classic yet contemporary. Interest is added to the ...