B. Makowsky is one of those rare designers who always seems to hit the mark. While his bags are never right for the red carpet or a glamorous night out, it’s hard to resist them when you're looking for a casual everyday purse. With Christmas just around the corner, it seems ...

They say you should fake it until you make it. If your salary won't stretch to accommodate authentic snakeskin or crocodile, this embossed Necessary Objects clutch is a charming substitute.

Synthetic isn't the most opulent material, but I love the way it's been used here. I've seen embossed leather look far less ...

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 ...

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 ...

If you are looking for a classic look with a modern origami handbag twist, Chocolate may have produced a pretty and surprisingly affordable option.

This folded tote isn't cheap as chips, but it only costs $131 and looks pretty high end. The fashionable origami shape is a particular favorite of mine, and tends to ...

Since real python leather bags can easily run a couple thousand dollards, many women choose a snakeskin embossed or stamped version instead. Honestly, unless it's a Carlos Falchi creation or something of the same caliber, it's not really worth it to me.

I suppose the next best thing would be an option like this Fontanelli Stamped ...

VBH is one of the hottest designers right now thanks to the star power of famous fans like Michelle Obama, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Taylor Swift. But I'm not completely sold on this next big thing. For every bag I love, there's another one I loathe. Thankfully this clutch falls ...

Matt & Nat have a knack for creating environmentally-friendly handbags that don't skimp on style. The Zed tote is the label's answer to the oversized trend. It's a purse that's as big on looks as it is on practicality.

It's made from the brand's iconic Japanese Paper vegan leather, a cruelty-free alternative ...

Joe's Jeans delivers yet another classic tote bag with the Katie. It doesn't push the envelope or offer a lot that's new, but a bag like this will always find a place in your wardrobe.

Here Joe's Jeans combines casual canvas and elegant leather to create an eye-catching geometric design. The combination ...

Love it or hate it: the Gypsy Ruffles handbag by Christian Dior makes a big impression.

The soft calfskin ruffles that encircle the bag are sure to polarize fashion fans. Girly girls and hippie chicks will probably love the perforated frill, while no-nonsense bagistas will scorn its unabashed femininity. This red shade ...

Yesterday I wrote about the Crystal Wallpaper clutch from Inge Christopher. This beaded beauty was "sugar and spice and all things nice." Yes, it's very pretty, but sometimes we feel like walking on the wild side. That's when a sexy little purse like the Emily steps up.

A hard structured case ...

Philip Lim is known for his very unique chic form of minimalism. Almost nothing of his is ever overthought, overdesigned, or gaudy. I say "almost nothing" only because every designer occasionally steps away from their trademark style, but the Mya hobo fits right in to Lim's usual aesthetic.

I love the shape of ...

Emilio Pucci is famous for creating colorful and quirky accessories adorned with his iconic signature prints. While they're ideal for toting to the beach or the mall, they'll never pass for after-five wear. That's where this stunning silk purse comes in.

It’s made from sateen silk rendered in a delicious mustard ...

It's not hard to get accustomed to the oversized handbag trend. Whereas they were previously confined to airports and overnight trips, large satchels like this Big Buddha Groupie have quickly made their way into everyday outfits as gals tote around a monstrous amount of necessities and extras.

Although I suppose doctors are not ...

This is a great, yet simple, handbag. In fashionable mustard faux suede, it is soft and flexible, perfect for carrying your treasured everyday items with maximum comfort. It's even big enough to sling in some extra goodies: your big five-year diary, perhaps, or a folder for work. Even a little chihuahua would ...

Tory Burch handbags tend to have a somewhat casual but always chic look with some sort of stylistic twist. The Brewster Clutch, though fitting perfectly in that category, didn't stand out to me as a typical Tory Burch bag. Perhaps, the lack of the signature t-shaped logo caught me off guard. ...

Mulberry has muscled in on Bottega Venetta's territory with the striking woven leather Ayler Rio tote.

Unusually shaped swatches of leather are woven together for a dazzling finish. The effect could easily look overdone, but Mulberry sticks to earth tones and it pays off. The combination of brown, mustard, and ivory ...

Kenneth Cole takes the hobo bag out of the seventies and into the 21st century.

The secret is the angular shape, which gives the Aim to Pleats a modern edge. But traditionalists will be glad to see the hobo's trademark slouch hasn't been forgotten. The suede finish falls softly in pleats ...

The Joe's Jeans Celine hobo has the timeless good looks and practical details to make it a modern classic.

The soft slouchy leather and curved crescent shape is trademark hobo. But Joe's Jeans has given a new twist to this favorite style, adding subtle feminine pleats. This contemporary detail ensures you'd ...

No American destination says style like Fifth Avenue. So it's no surprise that Kathy Van Zeeland looked to New York's fashion capital to inspire this gorgeous suede handbag.

The sumptuous suede body is buttery soft, giving the Fifth Ave its recognizable hobo slouch. This lush fabric is embellished with a bold ...

There's enough room for gathering up all your girly goodies in this Precisely Gathered satchel from Nine West.

Along the front pocket the manmade leather is gathered for a fun, flirty look. The rest of this oversized satchel is sleek and smooth, with the patent finish adding a little glossy glamour. Shiny ...

Amp up your fashion look with this fun and flirty satchel from Kathy Van Zeeland. This fresh handbag is surprisingly glamorous, so you'll look chic carrying it season after season.

The glossy manmade leather bag is available in sexy black, steel gray, and mustard shades. The slick exterior is complemented by shiny ...

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 ...