Snake and croc may grab all the headlines, but they're not the only exotics available to discerning fashion fans. It may swim underneath the radar, but stingray is hot stuff.

The simple design of this retro clutch brings the beauty of the skin to the fore. The tiny bumps add subtly stylish ...

Ahoy me hearties! The time has come to walk the plank! Shiver me timbers!

*Ahem* Apologies everyone, but there is something strangely entertaining about this simple pirate bag, and I simply couldn't help myself!

The funky skull and crossbones transfer brings a hint of individuality to a simple canvas shopper. The symbol never goes ...

Whiting and Davis are taking a break from its traditional tiny timeless accessories to create something much more contemporary. But don't think this Python Print Handbag sees the fashion house abandoning its heritage altogether!

Whiting & Davis' trademark mesh is still a force, but the bold colors and python print pattern give ...

With its cute moniker and even cuter looks, the Tic Tac Tote could only be a Vera Bradley bag.

The name comes from the subtle cross-hatch design with sits over Vera Bradley's signature vibrant prints. This pattern takes us back to childhood with its Tic Tac Toe board appearance. It's playful, but ...

If you're planning on braving the malls for a spot of Christmas bargain hunting, you'll need a good shopper in tow. While your best gal pal fits the bill, I'm thinking of a leather variety. Meet the Tignanello Touchables Belting Shopper.

This is one of those special beauties which combines style and ...

Exotic fabrics are alsways a great gimmick, and eel skin leather is one of the smoothest softest gimmicks around!

I am a particular fan of this leather, and Jalda produce some of the most luxurious materials around. You pay for that luxury, but if you want something a bit special, that is always going ...

I love the sassy spirit of this Tano French Nanny bag. It's got that European refinement, but there's a cheekiness which sets it apart.

Tano's clever signature style is seen again in the French Nanny. This isn’t a brand which embraces bells or bling. The front and back have a clean design, ...

It's the season for plaid, and this classic print seems to be popping up everywhere. Like the Nine West Rory Cross-Body Bag, this Roxy Living It Up hobo handbag fits right in with the checkered scarves and coats that have now emerged from peoples' closets.

Although I tend to prefer red and ...

Coach head back to its basic but luxurious roots with this traditional heritage tote.

Whilst Coach is known mainly for its patchwork purses, but I think its signature patterned satchel totes are actually some of the label's classiest creations. The brand isn't pushing the boundaries of fashion, but it is creating modern formal ...

Gwen Stefani's fashion line is known for its cute and kitsch designs, and this little cosmetics purse is nothing different.

Subtle and sophisticated this line is not! It allows you to have fun with a bag without feeling silly or immature. Whilst handbags often need to look smart for work, you can play around with your ...

Roxy is known for casual, carefree styles. That's exactly what you get with this Staying Alive Cross-Body tote bag.

Although not denim, it definitely has the appearance of a wonderfully broken-in, relaxed pair of jeans. In fact, it's not even leather but rather synthetic material that gives the impression of washed leather. Roxy gave us ...

The Bar None satchel from Kenneth Cole's Reaction line is a bag for no-nonsense girls. The lack of bells and whistles may disappoint some, but its combination of high quality materials and functional design is sure to win fans.

The body is reminiscent of a barrel bag with its soft, sexy curves. ...

Kathy Van Zeeland fans are sure to feel their heart race when they clamp eyes on the Heartbeat satchel. But for the rest of us, it probably won't be love at first sight.

Kathy Van Zeeland knows her market, and she gives them what they want. The shiny synthetic looks a little ...

It's got a little name, but the Mia tote from Hype is big, bright, and bold!

This larger than life handbag has enough space inside to hold everything you need, and enough style to impress. The finish is billed as crocodile-embossed leather, but nobody is going to believe this is a genuine ...

This SR Squared by Sondra Roberts pocketbook is for gals who like a little whimsy with their accessories. It's hard not to take notice of this quirky little bag.

If you're not looking closely, it might be easy to miss the martini glass on the front of this credit card holder, but really ...

Cole Haan tends to serve up reserved, work-ready accessories in traditional neutrals like black, brown, or beige. But with the Biscayne Tote, the brand shows us it knows how to have fun.

From a distance the tote looks like woven wicker, but the effect is actually embroidered. Red, orange, pink, and purple ...

No one expects genuine exotics for under $100. But if you hope to enjoy the look at a budget friendly price, this python-like hobo from Chinese Laundry is a decent option.

The traditional slouchy hobo shape is jazzed up by the snakeskin print, which is embossed on the polyurethane body. This blue ...

If you're shopping for handbags in the under-$50 price range, chances are that you're not expecting real leather. When we're talking about exotic skins like python and crocodile, it's a guarantee that the texture will be embossed or created.

That's why it will probably be no surprise to anyone that this $42 clutch ...

Big Buddha gives the hobo a contemporary makeover with the Soho.

It features two of fall's biggest trends: fringe and pyramid studs. Yet by keeping the accents in check, the look is timeless rather than faddish. The fringing is short, ensuring the purse never looks like it's just stepped from the South. ...

The Eternity line from Alexis Hudson might not be new for the brand this season, but I think it's still worth mentioning because of its versatile look and clever mechanics.

With its snakeskin texture and unusual color palette this Eternity Combo clutch is both interesting to look at but not too over ...

Gossip Girl and Mercy star Michelle Trachtenberg has teamed up with luxury label Botkier to create this sexy blue satchel. A portion of proceeds from the sale of the Michelle will benefit Oxfam International, a charity which helps the world's poorest.

The subtle slouch comes from the buttery soft ...

This is one Whiting & Davis handbag that doesn't make me automatically think of a bygone era. Well, that's not entirely true, I suppose, since it does have a certain '70s disco vibe going on with it. However, in comparison to some of the brand's truly vintage-inspired designs, this Cross-Body Dance Bag ...

This Alexis Hudson clutch is an antidote to all those purses playing it safe. The Bloom is a clutch that believes that too much isn't enough.

The shape is simple enough, with its rectangular design and recessed zipper. But that's about the only part of the Bloom which is low key. Curved ...

Woven bags seem to be everywhere, and as the cooler weather takes hold this trend shows no signs of slowing down. While lattice bags are almost common these days, a basket weave purse like this Wisteria satchel dares to be different.

This is one of those synthetic bags which looks like a ...

More of us are saying no to paper and plastic and carrying our purchases home in reusable totes. The Jesse B. Collection helps us embrace that eco-friendly trend with this Surfer Shopping Bag.

Baby blue and orange tones clash delightfully in the art deco print. They may be complementary shades, but it's ...

This Brianna bag from Chocolate is an affordable way to embrace this season's taste for textures.

Diamond quilting has a way of making any bag seem richer. So while the Brianna is made from affordable synthetic, it doesn't look cheap. The diamonds are crafted from tiny pleats, which give the bag volume ...

The design of the Treesje Kingsley hobo shares quite a few similarities with the trendy features of the Botkier Uma satchel with its slouchy ruched body and zippered detail. Actually, the two designer brands really aren't that far apart in their overall styles.

The main difference between the Uma and this Treesje handbag is ...

Gwen Stefani's Harajuku Lovers brand certainly has a look quite unlike others. These Tokyo-inspired designs seem to reflect the celebrity's offbeat personality and music a little more than her slightly more grown-up L.A.M.B. brand.

Quite frankly, I'm not a huge fan of the whimsical, often juvenile prints that Harajuku Lovers favors for ...

Chloé is one of my favorite lines. It always seems to come up with something totally unique and chic. Unfortunately, this Joy Rider tote doesn't bear any resemblance to the Chloé I've come to know and love.

The puffy metallic nylon and the generally slouchy design of the bag make it look almost ...

Jimmy Choo's accessories have always been a little hit or miss to me. Sometimes he makes things that should seem over-the-top, like bright animal prints, others look positively elegant, and sometimes his line just plain bores me. Luckily, this bag falls into the first category.

The combination of disparate elements is really what ...

With Vogue citing tweed as a recurring theme for the winter months, we can all expect the shops to start stocking thick tweed coats, unusual tweed heels and the occasional funky tweed fedora. In the same vein, now is the time to bag yourself a tweed purse.

As pattern clashing is still popular, you aren't ...

This dopp kit is something a little different from Tepper Jackson. The bold patterns and vibrant colors we're used to are gone, replaced with elegant matte shades.

While it appears like leather at first glance, looks can be deceiving. This dopp kit is actually crafted from laminated canvas. It may not be ...

Global Elements add another interesting luxury material to its repertoire, with this elegant velvet clutch.

In a wide baguette shape, this clutch is perfect for classy evenings out and sophisticated meals. The black velvet is a fabric that never fails to be soft and expensive looking, whilst the satin ribbon patterns provide a ...

With the Blackburn, Fossil has created a bag which puts functionality first.

That's not to say this cross body bag is ugly. The super-soft pebbled leather is quite lovely, and some unexpected color choices like eggplant purple and this royal blue really pop. The white contrast stitching also adds a little flair. ...

Everyone needs a good weekend bag. Even if you don't travel on a regular basis, it's still important to have at least one mid-sized duffle with space to fit everything you need for a few days away from home.

One of the great things about this Tommy Hilfiger Explorer duffle bag is ...

A clutch with a witty name like this Maxx New York Delgrade purse is always nice to write about. Graded color, you see? It may not change the handbag itself, but it can't hurt! They say not to judge a book by its cover, but hey!

The shape of this little patent clutch is unusual, ...

This LeSportsac Basic Backpack might live up to its name because of its simple book bag design. It has all the typical components of the style, but there are some signature details that make this backpack a step above others.

If you prefer understated colors, you're probably better off opting for a classic Jansport backpack, which ...

The global economic crisis has got us all thinking about where our cash is going, or at least how we'll justify that latest handbag splurge to the man in our life. Tepper Jackson has your line of defense sorted with this reversible tote.

The $120 price tag doesn't just buy you one ...

When I think of L.A.M.B. handbags, my mind automatically goes to bold colors and structured shapes. It's not that Gwen Stefani's line of bags is limited to that. I just tend to think of it first since there are so many in the collection resembling that description.

Similar to the Morant and ...

Everyone knows that the stranger and more eco-friendly the handbag material, the more popular the handbag. We have seen licence plate bags, hosepipe purses and even handbags made from old seatbelts, and all in the name of green credentials and recyclable fashion.

Now little known designer Elaine Turner has jumped on ...

Mad Imports, which is now actually known as Mar Y Sol, is a great company that emphasizes social and environmental responsibility. It goes a step further than brands that simply use eco-friendly materials. This label also works to minimize poverty and improve the lives of people in Kenya and Madagascar.

What a great way to ...

This Comme des Garçons holdall is described as a man bag, but I could easily imagine it in the closet of any chic female fashionista.

What sets it apart from so many man bags is the vibrant color. There's no sedate black or gray available here. Instead you can choose this playful ...

Christian Louboutin has a cult of followers as loyal as any in fashion, and with timeless, elegant designs like these, it's easy to see why. The whimisical bow-shaped Cadeau clutch is quirky enough to add a little extra je ne sais quoi to your ensemble without looking dated or trendy.

Firstly, the color is ...

I am on the look out for a smart yet pretty clutch for the upcoming Christmas party season. Whilst trawling though page upon page of average clutches, this snakeskin purse caught my eye as an interesting bet for sophisticated winter looks.

This purse is best in the lovely deep cobalt blue, and I ...

Origami has been one of the most enjoyable trends sweeping fashion circles this year. From beautifully executed folded dresses through to paper jewellery, this Japanese paper art has hit all aspects of fashion face on. New technology means that origami style doesn't have to be made from paper, as this wonderfully structured ...

Mad Imports keeps it casual with this cute Leilani clutch.

It's made from natural-toned raffia, jazzed up with an adorable embroidered bird and leaves design. Each Leilani is a little different depending on the color you choose. I love the swooping swallow on this ocean blue clutch, but the blooms also come ...

Lauren Merkin shows us that style and practicality can come at an affordable price with the Stella tote.

The traditional boxy tote shape is jazzed up with two long zips running down the front. They give the Stella two distinct looks: sophisticated and refined while zipped up, and casual rocker chic when ...

If you want to embrace the vintage and retro side of fashion this year, then this Eden clutch from popular designer Hobo international should suit the look.

Available in four vintage-inspired colors, this clutch simply resonates with understated vintage charm. From the pastel shades to the big chunky retro button, Hobo has really ...

There's nothing like plaid to kick off the fall season. The Scottish patterned fabric can never be a spring or summer print, in my opinion; but it's absolutely wonderful for the cooler seasons.

With the first day of fall only weeks away now, it's definitely time to start thinking about upcoming wardrobe additions. ...

Reversible totes are great. You get more for your money by enjoying two handbag styles for the price of one. But usually it's just a change of color or print and only available in cotton or canvas bags.

Not so with this See by Chloe Leather/Cotton Reversible Tote! These are really two completely ...