Why cram your evening essentials into a tiny clutch when you can enjoy more space and just as much style carrying this Cleo Sac from Halston Heritage?

The Cleo is styled like a shoulder bag, but finished with much more glitz. Its iridescent metal mesh surface ...

A smattering of studs helps this Pama Shoulder Bag from Gustto shine.

I appreciate the restraint Gustto's shown here. It knows the studded trend won't hang around forever, so it doesn't allow the metal to take over. The studs are small and used sparingly. The finish ...

Guess puts its best foot forward with the Alfie Dome Satchel.

I haven't warmed to the label's showier styles, but it gets things right here by looking to classic fashion elements. The Alfie's domed shape has a playful retro feel, while the burnished hardware brings the ...

Altego, a division of the Samsill Corporation, has created new two accessory lines for tech lovers. The Coated Canvas Cyan Series and Channel Stitched Ruby Series help gadget fans carry their Apple MacBooks and iPads in style.

As their name suggests, the Coated Canvas Cyan Series bags ...

Gucci delivers a hobo worthy of its name with the Bella.

This hobo truly is a thing of beauty. Gucci's extracted the essence from the familiar handbag style and done away with everything that can be gimmicky about the style. It's more sophisticated than your average boho fare, ...

Cho Cho Design House has released the Cho Cho smartphone bag, an accessory the fashion house claims is the first tailor-made for holding the new generation of cell phones.

The purse is the work of Canadian born designer and singer Aasha. She says she ...

Neon colors help punch up this simple Mott Wristlet from Gorjana.

I was surprised to see the label creating such a basic wristlet. Its pouch shape is very ordinary, and devoid of the usual charm we see on the label's purses. The material and color palette appeases me ...

Global Elements has created an eco-friendly and affordable alternative to Diane Von Furstenberg's Stephanie bag with this Sarita hobo.

It seems a little unfair to compare a cheap and cheerful purse with a celebrity favorite It bag, but the influence seems undeniable. The chain-like woven finish ...

Giuseppe Zanotti serves up just what he tells us with this Beaded Bag.

The name is appropriate, because the beading really is the star here. I really like the crackled turquoise stones, but I'm not so sure about the faceted beads Giuseppe Zanotti's paired them with. ...

Giorgio Armani has fun with fashion with this Embellished Tote from his Emporio Armani label.

The playful tabs which decorate this tote feel like a modern alternative to fringing. Each curved flap of leather is studded with a bold silver grommet, which brings a little edge ...

Giani Bernini's rejected the trends to create its classic Harrison shoulder bag.

Admittedly the Harrison is an easy bag to overlook. Its casual slouchy silhouette and deep seams will never inspire handbag envy. And while the leather is plush and buttery soft, in basic black it ...

Ghibli gives the classic hobo an unusual makeover with this Jeweled Beige Suede & Reptile Leather Hobo Bag.

Its name is a real mouthful, but it tells us plenty about this striking purse. Breaking it down ensures we don't miss any of this hobo's ...

Canopy Verde has cut out the animal products for its new Violet and Slate handbags. While the label's always celebrating sustainability, its chrome-free leathers have disappointed animal activists. No doubt they'll be thrilled the company's working with organic cotton and vegan leather this time around.

The ...

Furla serves up an exotic looking purse for less than you might expect with this Ardith shoulder bag.

The Ardith's nubbled finish mimics ostrich skin, but it's actually crafted from embossed leather. Embossed leather often looks like the poor cousin of genuine exotic skins, but not ...

Frye's usual Americana style gets a modern city makeover with this Cameron Cross-Body Bag.

I really appreciate that Frye's reined in its signature look here. There are none of those usual country and western accents that often make Frye's purses seem like novelties. This new urban ...

Franchi has reinvented its Princess purse with the Princess II.

The original Princess was a clutch covered in glittering Swarovski crystals. The newest incarnation takes the form of a small hobo bag, which is every bit as elegant as its predecessor but a bit more practical. ...

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 ...

Fossil always creates solid accessories, but it's done little to truly excite me of late. So I'm thrilled to see the American label shaking things up with this Campbell Hobo.

The gorgeous laser-cut finish really sucked me in. A delicate art deco design is punched into the leather ...

Australian fashion designer Kirrily Johnston has unexpectedly teamed up with Kellogg's Special K cereal for a limited edition handbag.
The classic red suede hobo features a clever pocket purpose built for holding a Special K cereal snack bar. According to the press release ...

Forzieri offers an unusual take on the classic wicker basket with this Capaf Wicker & Leather tote.

I'm frankly not sure what to make of this bag. I admire Forzieri's daring, but I'm not sure its risks have paid off here. The wicker has an open ...

There's kind of a divide in the fashionista kingdom. There are those who go for status, those who look for quality, and those who look for design. Bottega Veneta is one of the few lines that covers all bases and manages to attract everyone from the ...

Oh, Jimmy Choo, women all over the world sell their souls just to be close to you. Okay, I may not be much of a poet, but the sentiment remains: Jimmy Choo is a design guru. Which I, frankly, have never really understood, because mostly ...

Diane Von Furstenberg's designs have classic American appeal that stays fresh for generations. Her innovative approach to prints makes her accessories eye-catching, but they always retain a crisp, clean look that helps them work with a lot of other styles.

This Adele checked clutch is an enviable summer catch. The all ...

Fine Italian craftsmanship and classic style combine on this elegant Berry Red Woven Handle Satchel from Fontanelli.

This a traditional satchel in many ways, but its striking berry red color and sophisticated woven handles give it some extra personality. These are the details designed to draw ...

Foley + Corinna abandons its usual casual aesthetic for something more dressed up with this Georgina Clutch.

The Georgina's not fussy after five wear, but it has a more sophisticated finish than most of the Foley + Corinna line. While it could dress up a dark ...

Fendi might be a revered fashion house, but even it makes mistakes. The Daisy Clutch is a case in point.

Honestly I'm struggling to find anything to appreciate about this confused purse. I suppose the red fox fur trim is opulent, although it doesn't seem like it belongs ...

Felix Rey ushers in summer with this Sardinia Clutch.

Felix Rey has served up so many whimsical novelties of late that it's strange to spy a purse so traditional from its collection. Personally I think that classic style makes the Sardinia much more wearable than its ...

Enjoy classic style for less with this Purple Patent Clutch Bag from Evans.

This purse's glossy patent finish looks luxe, but it's actually made from synthetic rather than real leather. While the material's a bit thinner than the genuine article, it's hard to spot the difference. Except, that ...

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.

None ...

It seems Lulu Guinness isn't the only one fond of a lippy print. Emilio Pucci offers an Egyptian interpretation of this romantic body part with the Luxor Lips print tote.

While Guinness' lip prints are playful novelties, Pucci's pattern is much more abstract. In ...

Emilie Sloane goes pretty in pink with this Diane Cross-Body Bag.

This purse is perfectly pleasant, with a sugary pink base and cute floral print. The lime green trim and strap are an adorable complement to the Diane's feminine finish. It looks pretty, but something tells ...

Elliott Lucca puts an elegant spin on an old favorite with its Cartagena Tote.

The Cartagena tote is a traditional tote in many ways, but the band of woven leather around the base elevates it above the pack. This weave is every bit as beautiful as ...

You don't need to be fluent in Italian to know that bella means beautiful. While this Bella tote from Ellington has some elements that fit that adjective, it seems the label may be too confident in its design abilities.

The glazed blue Italian leather Ellington's used here is ...

Burberry's Prorsum line is the hip little sister of the Burberry flagship collection. Personally, I prefer its innovative use of design and materials to the more staid and tartaned traditional range. This bamboo and leather clutch shows off its sensibility with aplomb.

The materials really make the bag ...

Elie Tahari serves up classic good looks with this Nina shoulder bag.

This purse doesn't make a strong style statement or bow to trends, but that gives it a timeless appeal that shouldn't be overlooked. Covered chain borders its flap and decorates its seams, ...

At their best crocodile prints dress up our favorite fabrics without adding too much to the bottom line. However at their worst they can appear like a desperate attempt to make a fairly pedestrian purse seem more interesting. Sadly the croc print on this Victoria ...

Ed Hardy's created a bag for its smallest fans with the Allison.

While Ed Hardy doesn't say this tote isn't specifically designed for little girls, I can't imagine anyone over the age of 12 warming to it, can you? Its pink hue is exceptionally sugary, especially ...

Echo abandons its usual casual fabrics for something a little more dressed up with this Soft Patent North South Tote.

This tote has all the gloss of a real patent, but its finish is much softer which makes it seem a bit ...

Dooney & Bourke gets back to basics with this Continental Cork Clutch.

Clutch purses tend to be reserved for after five wear, but this Continental purse has a much more relaxed feel. Its navy material is casual and free of fussy accents. ...

Donna Sharp shows some unexpected spunk with this Denise Tote.

I was beginning to feel like I knew what to expect from Donna Sharp. Her patchwork designs typically take their cues from Vera Bradley, with gentle colors and classic designs. While the Denise is just as ...

Donald J Pliner brings some edge to bohemian fashion with this Numa Hobo.

The Numa's soft slouchy silhouette and crescent shape are classic hobo trademarks. The long suede fringing which falls softly from its straps brings some extra bohemian style to the design. But ...

Dolce & Gabbana helps us gear up for summer with this fun Miss Kendra tote.

The Miss Kendra takes its cues from traditional woven baskets, but Dolce & Gabbana's made its tote much more durable. Classic basket fibers like cane and straw ...

I admired the flair the signature scarf brought to DKNY's Town & Country bag, but I was disappointed by the dated signature print purse underneath it. So I was thrilled to stumble across the label's much classier Leather Scarf Shopper.

Here DKNY's done away with the tired ...

Alexander McQueen's designs make me kind of weak. His edgy sensibility is well balanced with exquisite material choices that make for upscale street smart accessories. This De Manta clutch retains the great design of the other bags in the line, but gives them a feminine twist in ...

I was really excited when Proenza Schouler announced the debut of its PS1 accessories line a few years ago. And with very few exceptions, I have continued to be excited by its upscale, minimal designs. But this new version of the Keep It ...

Diesel promises to put a smile on your dial with its Happy Days Richie Cross-Body Bag.

The Richie is one of several Diesel bags named after Happy Days characters. They all share a similar retro feel which wouldn't look out of place ...

Coachella may be winding down, but it's just the start of what should be a vibrant summer festival season. If you plan on hitting a few of these musical spectaculars you'll need a reliable bag by your side. Diane ...

Dan W makes a strong style statement with this Chevron Minaudiere. But do you like what it’s saying?

We’ve seen several of these art deco inspired purses from Dan W. Their bold lines and dramatic contrasting colors help them turn heads, but I feel the formula’s ...

Cynthia Vincent gets us ready for summer with this Cove tote from her Twelfth St. line.

Its classic style is updated with a colourful Ikat pattern. Ikat designs were traditionally dyed, but the digital print makes more sense in a contemporary climate. ...

I rarely warm to metallic leathers, but Comme des Garcons shows the potential in the material with this eye-popping wallet.

This wallet is a real trip. The intriguing metallic leather throws different rainbow colors as you turn it this way and that. ...