Rampage gives the classic boxy-shaped satchel a modern makeover with the Caden.

At its core this is a very traditional satchel, but its tough attitude makes it much more contemporary. I'm not usually a fan of metallic hues on large handbags, but the weathered finish on the gunmetal ...

Don't be fooled by its hard exterior. This HardCase Shinny Clutch from J. Furmani is a feminine beauty at heart.

I love the combination of cool metal and soft fabric used here. The frame is modern, angular and artistic. It's a gorgeous contrast to ...

When it comes to stylish evening bags at affordable prices, few designers can match the accessories from Inge Christopher. The Olivia is another shining example from this low price high class label.

I love the Olivia's subtle pink-purple hue and soft silky finish. Complementary stitching creates ...

Calvin Klein's created a classic satchel for the pack rats with the St. Moritz.

The satchel takes its name from a Swiss ski resort, but it seems more like a metropolitan miss than a snow bunny. There's no fur or knit, none of the ...

Botkier's inspired my heart to skip a few beats with this Sebastian hobo.

The sumptuous origami folded finish offers a unique alternative to a traditional weave. The surface reminds me a little of large reptilian scales, or perhaps roof shingles. It's so beautiful, so I'm glad Botkier's allowed ...

J. Tiras has created an evening purse with its own sense of style with the Lynn.

This pebbled clutch is a real beauty with its high quality finish and unusual rounded square shape. The polished metal closure finishes things off beautifully. You simply twist it to ...

I've often accused Foley + Corinna of resting on its laurels. Many of its handbags seem interchangeable, so I was thrilled to see the label branching out with this Bitty Biker Bag.

This very cute moniker very aptly describes what we get ...

Elliott Lucca interprets classic vintage style with this elegant Alicante satchel.

This handbag has all the hallmarks of a bygone fashion era, from its structured frame to its delicate clasp. Its woven finish calls to mind the classic designs of Bottega Veneta. This purse costs far ...

Burberry is a line of impeccable taste. Its stalwart conservative days are over, though, and the line's designs are taking a much more fashion forward stance. This cracked leather wristlet is a great example of how it's been able to combine its classic good looks with a ...

Few people need one of Baggallini's practical purses like busy New Yorkers. So it's only fitting that the label has created this handbag to pay tribute to Big Apple natives.

Baggallini bags are never known for their style, but I think this one is ...

B. Makowsky ordinarily focuses on the trends, but with its Classics collection it takes a more traditional approach. This Vivian satchel is a great everyday option for girls who prefer a little more polish in their purse.

This satchel is free of the embellishments ...

Inge Christopher dresses up linen with this Willa cross-body bag.

This is a very clever bag, as it gives us the exotic looks of a snake purse in a much more durable and affordable package. The metallic pewter sheen of the snake scales makes ...

Elliott Lucca shows we don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy a luxurious leather weave with this Millana bucket bag.

I'm smitten with the stormy blue colors of this woven surface. It's almost like a tie-dye, but without the hippie dippy vibe. The ...

Bold is just one word that comes to mind when looking at XOXO's Bold Catch Pleated Purse. Beautiful certainly isn't the other though!

This is one over-embellished accessory. XOXO's tween target audience might love all those bows and the edgy decorate chain, but when ...

Whiting & Davis puts a glam twist on an old favorite with this Mini Twisted hobo.

Hobos are typically bohemian, casual bags but not this shiny beauty. Its metal mesh body makes it much more evening appropriate. Can't you just imagine how ...

Treesje's promising us bliss with this Nirvana cross-body tote.

I'm not sure whether it's going to take us to a higher plane of existence, but I am charmed by the Nirvana's softly pleated body and rich coffee colored leather. The pleating keeps the silhouette relaxed, while the structured ...

Go all dramatic and armored with this metal mesh version of the funky Felix Rey Isabell clutch.

The quilted leather version with its big solid metal bow was, quite frankly, awesome. That makes for some really big shoes to fill, and any other Isabell ...

We can always count on La Regale to create chic evening accessories at affordable prices. But rarely do we see La Regale offering a purse as modern as this one. This Pinwheel Beaded purse is a great option for girls who embrace contemporary fashion.

We tend ...

Kenneth Cole attempts to confuse us with the curiously named No Slouch Hobo.

Given its name you might expect the No Slouch hobo to have a very structured look. Instead its shape is just as relaxed as any hobo. Its buttery leather slouches just ...

Woven leather is a high end designer trademark, but you needn't spend the big bucks to enjoy this look. J. Furmani replicates this luxury staple with this more affordable woven metallic clutch.

OK, so no one's going to mistake this purse for a Bottega ...

With Easter just around the corner men are faced with two choices. They can give the traditional gift of calorie-laden chocolate to their lady love, or they can choose a more unusual Chocolate gift like this Carla tote. It's unique, and completely guilt free!

From a distance I ...

Indulge in the ultimate in luxury with this stunning Kara Ross clutch.

The shape of this particular purse is simple. It's a normal curvy box clutch with an elegant art deco inspired clasp in gold. The shape is sleek, yet its main goal is to let the remarkable quality ...

Alexis Hudson channels the glamour of the 1950s with this elegant Maddie shoulder bag.

I can just imagine the secretaries in Mad Men carrying this darling mini purse to the office, and then to the bar for after work cocktails. That gunmetal leather is ...

Hilary Radley brings a bit of glitz to your everyday with this modern Metric Bucket Tote.

This Metric is a great example of the reason I tend to shy away from metallic colors on large bags. On a clutch it'd provide just a pop of shine, ...

This clutch may not be the first time we have seen Prezzo use a chunky metal mesh on its purses, but the simple and traditional shape make this a winner.

Metal mesh is a great handbag material, but it does run the risk of being a ...

After seeing so many of Whiting & Davis' envelope-pushing metal mesh purse, it's refreshing to see the label getting back to basics with this Dimple Mesh framed clutch.

Not that this purse doesn't break a few rules. Rather than using classic flat ...

Fall in love with the elegance of this Juliet clutch from Rampage.

This is a classic creature, which looks just as we'd expect an envelope clutch to look. The metal trim helps to emphasize the gently curved flap, but really this is pretty stock standard stuff. In a ...

If anyone could match Lulu Guinness and her cheeky Lips purses, it's flamboyant American designer Betsey Johnson. As part of her affordable Betseyville line, Johnson shows us some love with the Betsey's Smooch.

Betsey Johnson has always loved accents and embellishments, and she uses some of her favorites ...

In recent years we've seen the Whiting & Davis label transform from vintage inspired mesh lover to contemporary metal head. I've been excited by the way the fashion house has taken metal mesh into the 21st century, but with the Crystals ...

I hope you've got a sweet tooth. The only way this Black Magic bow satchel from Nine West could get any girlier is to make it pink!

This bag looks like it's stepped out of a Disney cartoon. Its layered bow is ...

Frilly purses have a tendency to look too frothy for contemporary tastes, so it's refreshing to see Whiting & Davis toughen up the accents with its Contrasting Ruffles Clutch.

By choosing metal mesh over more traditional soft silks or satins, Whiting & Davis creates ...

Jessica McClintock hits the evening bag jackpot again with this cute metallic purse.

This frame clutch is a clever meeting of tough and delicate. On the one hand the pleated and folded body is made from a soft silky fabric covered with teeny weeny ladylike ...

Did you read right? A clutch purse that's actually practical? Has Lovcat achieved the impossible? Well bagistas, I think they might have.

This surprisingly functional evening bag is wrapped up in metallic gunmetal leather. This is a clever shade, as it's got all the glitz of silver without ...

Forget fussy buckles and bows. Jessica McClintock offers clean and classic good looks with this Rectangle Clutch.

Ordered pleats add real class to this rectangular shaped satin clutch. It's given even more structure with its polished metal frame. This touch is a throwback to vintage style ...

The name of this Kate Spade clutch suits it, because it does look kind of like someone combined a Scottie dog with a swan. Still, somehow this manages to be pretty cool even with this seemingly inauspicious beginning.

There is something about feathers that always manages to look ...

I'm not sure whether Guess was inspired by A.A. Milne's beloved characters of the Hundred Acre Wood, but there's definitely a little of Winnie the Pooh's striped friend in this Tigger satchel.

But while the bouncy children's character was bold and orange, Guess takes a surprisingly reserved approach ...

A bow has never looked quite edgy as BCBG Max Azria imagined with its Indie Rock clutch.

The ordinarily feminine shape is given a rock and roll makeover with a heavy duty dose of studs. Our love affair with studs ...

I've never thought of travel brand Baggallini as fashion innovators, so I was surprised when I spotted this quirky Hugger backpack.

Its unusual triangle shape makes it quite unique. But Baggallini has never been one to put form over function. The backpack is ergonomically designed to sit comfortably ...

I don't mean to scare you, but did you know there's just 34 days until Christmas? If you've barely started your Christmas shopping yet that might be enough to send you into a panic. But calm yourself. Take a deep breath, arm yourself with a ...

Add a little bit of glamour to your everyday wardrobe with this fun Deena cross-body bag from The SAK.

I'm not always the greatest fan of metallic leather, particular on daytime handbags, but this purple shade known as concord is just too ...

There's a fun fairytale quality about this unique Crystal Pillow Minaudiere from Whiting & Davis.

The name clearly comes from that unusual shape, which looks just like the kind of pillow that Cinderella's slipper might have been carried about the town on. ...

With its day-to-night style and versatile carrying options, this Star Bright clutch from Nine West might just be the purse you've been wishing for.

The name comes from the smattering of studs across the clutch's surface. These shiny accents remind us of the stars ...

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, ...

Whiting & Davis goes disco with this slouchy hobo. Are you a fan?

Whether you love it or loathe it, there's certainly no ignoring the Fan hobo. The designers cleverly pair metallic mesh around the top with shiny Italian lambskin around the base. The ...

Clutch purses are de rigueur for posh evenings out, but every now and again you just want to break the rules. And when you do, this Annie wristlet from Bourne is an excellent choice.

It doesn't so much break the rules as bend them I think. After all, ...

Treesje promises to have us in raptures with its provocatively named Bliss hobo.

I'm not sure whether I'm as enamored as its name suggests I should be, but there's a lot to love about this hobo bag. This style tends to be slouchy and relaxed, and the soft ...

Smart yet affordable clutches that easily make the transition from day to night; these are Prezzo's specialty!

For the daytime, this patent clutch is a smart and simple purse, jazzed up with a little touch of metallic snakeskin. It will fit demurely in with a smart business outfit, although ...

Sometimes you just need a bit of glitz, and when you do look to a bag like the Marie hobo from Melie Bianco .

To be fair this bag delivers more than a bit of glitz, it delivers a lot. And for that reason it's not going to ...

Jessica McClintock gets back to nature with this elegant leaf embossed frame clutch.

This purse's pewter toned leatherette body is embellished with delicate leaves. All-over patterns can look busy, but the dainty treatment of this one helps Jessica McClintock get away with the style. The cause is also helped by the simple, ...

Looking something like Cousin It's more stylish sister comes Inge Christopher's Caviar Bag.

That might sound like a criticism, but I like the quirkiness that Inge Christopher has employed here. The fringe is shaggy and somewhat animalistic, yet the beaded loops give it just enough class to work. At least, I think ...