Balenciaga's ditched its signature hardware for a much sleeker, chicer look with this Edition Ottoman Dupionne tote.

Its name is a bit of a mouthful, but its design is much less complicated. Its curved body and round cut-out handles give it a fun, retro ...

Few designers name check as many big brand companies as Ashley M. While we've seen some more sedate designers from the label of late, this Coca-Cola bag sees it back to its usual tricks.

You'd probably have to be a real fan of the soft drink ...

Alla Leather Art takes a walk on the wilder side with this Empire shoulder bag.

Ordinarily this fashion house deals with smooth buttery matte leathers. However this time around it's given its skin a luxurious snake print. It does a good job ...

Jessica Simpson serves up her take on the classic wristlet with the Abby.

Jessica Simpson has never been a fashion pioneer, so perhaps it's unsurprising to see this wristlet plays it safe. However while it's not a trend setter, it's still quite stylish. I'm particularly impressed ...

Hobo International takes us back to a time before credit and store loyalty cards with this Rachel wallet.

This purse wouldn't look out place on the set of Mad Men, with its traditional tri-fold design and brushed antique hardware. I particularly like this red leather version, ...

There are few accessories more reliable than a classic tote bag. Big Buddha dresses up this wardrobe staple with some reptilian embossing to create the Dakota.

Exotic embossing can make a handbag look much richer when it's done right, or much cheaper when it's not. Thankfully ...

If you believe the rumors Alexander Wang is earmarked to succeed John Galliano at Christian Dior. And looking at bags like the Marion, it's not hard to see why.

This sling bag has an easy mix of contemporary flair and classic influences. Wang ...

I've always enjoyed Kotur's elegant clutch purses but generally its larger bags let the line down. But the fashion house has got things right with the Becker Bowler.

This seems to be the day for surprising me, because I'm also not usually a fan of colorblocking. Yet I ...

Bright yellow canvas brings some zing to this Spicy Sac from Dooney & Bourke.

This cheery fabric helps make this traditional bucket style bag seem much more interesting. Unfortunately it's let down though by its leather trim. While the cowhide is luxurious, its color ...

The SAK gives the classic sports duffel a bohemian makeover with this crochet purse.

This duffel looks like so many gym bags on the market, with one vital difference. The nylon we're used to has been replaced with a tightly woven crochet finish. It ...

Allow yourself to be romanced by this Casanova satchel from Rebecca Minkoff.

The Casanova has been one of Minkoff's most popular designs for some time, and it's little wonder. It's got a classic charm, but its unusual scalloped flap and delicate turn-lock closure ensure it's more ...

BelArno's created a fun and functional purse with this Tri-Zip Clutch.

Its simple design is livened up by bright stripes of color. We're taken from a pale violet to a deep eggplant shade with this purple clutch, but it's just one of five options. That includes a solid ...

Nicole Lee is one of those designers that marches to the beat of her own drum. She doesn't always nail her accessories, but at least you can't accuse them of being boring. This Helene clutch is another surprising, and surprisingly affordable, handbag from her collection.

The ...

Sherpani puts functionality ahead of fashion with this Mia shoulder bag.

It's not that this messenger-style shoulder bag is ugly, but it doesn't have all those things that make us turn green with accessory envy. It's not made from an exotic skin, or even a soft, ...

Big Buddha's encouraging high class women to consider animal-free leather with this Uptown Satchel.

Big Buddha tends to favor synthetics rather than real leather, but it's rare to find them as lovely as this one. While it's a bit thin the leatherette is very soft. It ...

Inge Christopher gets Gothic with this beautiful Charlott Clutch.

I can't help thinking of intricate old architecture and stained glass windows as I take in this purse. Bold golden satin peeps through black lambskin leather, which is laser-cut in an elaborate floral pattern. The effect is ...

Tusk proves that you don't need to spend a lot of money to enjoy a luxury purse with its Donington cross-body bag.

This really is a lovely creature with its plush Italian calfskin body and clean, crisp lines. The coffee color is a little safe but ...

American West takes a walk on the wild side with this modern Crossroads shoulder bag.

For a while I wasn't sure it was created by that American West. This shoulder bag is a world away from the hand-tooled countrified leather accessories the label ordinarily ...

Stone Mountain encourages us to keep a smile on our face with this Be Happy hobo bag.

The design isn't quite as cheery as I'd expect of a hobo bearing this name. However the bright red color should really pop against the drab gray ...

It's only fitting that Rebecca Minkoff called this satchel the Covet, because that's exactly what it's making me do!

It's the ideal blend of old meets new with its golden turn-lock closure and sexy red leather finish. It's got a lovely classic look about it, but ...

American label Ralph Lauren goes to the wilds of Africa with this Java Classic Tote.

From a distance this seems like a cheap and cheerful tote bag, but we should know by now that Ralph Lauren doesn't do anything without a splash of luxury. ...

Prada serves up the classic design that it does best with this Saffiano Lux tote.

This is a very traditional tote, but it's Prada's attention to detail that makes it something special. Its leather is of the highest quality, and its craftsmanship is first rate. I ...

Neiman Marcus will host a luxurious scavenger hunt tomorrow October 1, with the help of location-based social networking site Foursquare.

The high-end retailer will hide 15 Nancy Gonzalez red crocodile clutch purses at 15 of its 41 stores across America. From noon customers can check ...

Moschino embraces its feminine side with this Corsage Mini Shoulder Bag from its Cheap & Chic collection.

Let's get one thing out of the way first. Like everything from the Cheap & Chic line, it is far from cheap. At a little ...

It wasn't too long ago that I was chiding Melie Bianco for shamelessly copying the designs of fashion bigwigs, and hoping the affordable label would take a more creative path. It's answered my prayers with this minimalist Adele clutch.

In the world of fashion, often the ...

Marni's created a show-stopping, but ultimately uninspiring, accessory with this sequined pouch.

It's impossible to dislike a purse that's covered in bright red sequins. The shiny discs are just so fun, catching the light and upping the glam factor. But I feel the sequins are doing all the ...

With the fashion world embracing the seventies, Lucky Brand has dared to bring back one of its quintessential looks. But is the world ready for the return of macramé?

Clearly with the On the Fringe Cross-Body, Lucky Brand hopes so. ...

As a woman I'm predisposed to loving flowers, but I also find the real blooms a bit disappointing. One moment they're looking splendid and the next they're withering away. So perhaps a Rosebud purse from Kathrine Baumann is the perfect solution.

I'm going to forget about the price ...

Jessica Simpson brings just enough glitz to this Prima Donna satchel.

Given its name, I fully expected this satchel to be a real show pony. However, at least in basic black, this satchel goes just far enough. The studs are small and applied sparsely ...

Get ready to party with this dazzling Belva clutch from J. Renee.

This purse is a real showstopper thanks to that kaleidoscope of sequins. The colored discs cover every inch of this purse! I love the unexpected combination of red, pink, orange, and silver, and the ...

Some accessory styles never seem to go out of vogue. They may enjoy a renaissance every now and again, but they're never truly unfashionable. So while a purse like the Libby might seem particularly on trend as we all try to emulate the Mad Men look, it'll ...

Project Runway season two alum Andrae Gonzalo has joined forces with Los Angeles design firm Silvr Lining to create an innovative solar powered handbag for charity. The tech savvy purse will be auctioned off for Keep a Child Alive, a youth AIDS initiative, during ...

With a gorgeous splash of Hunter green and timeless design, Hayden-Harnett has won me over with its Barnard cross-body bag.

This equestrian styled purse is an instant classic, with its gentle curves and sophisticated brass hardware. That lush green colored leather is unexpected, but I think ...

Harveys brings some feminine flair to its famous woven seatbelts line with this Lily Rose purse.

We've seen Harveys woven seatbelt designs before, and in many ways this is more of the same. However its rosette detail gives this bag some real personality. The ...

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 ...

Ellington offers a modern twist on the traditional hobo with this Sarah bag.

In many ways this is your classic hobo, with its soft slouchy silhouette and relaxed vibe. However it's the modern additions, which add functionality and flair, that help the Sarah stand apart. The shape is ...

I love minimalists. They always restrain themselves to releasing just a few accessories and leave it at that. Jil Sander is no exception, and this two-tone leather clutch shows off her signature clean style in a pretty remarkable way.

The colors on this clutch make my heart go pitter ...

Donna Sharp serves up more of the same, but on a smaller scale than we've seen, with this Mini Connie bag.

There's nothing wrong with clinging so fiercely to a design vision, of course. It's a great way to build brand loyalty, as fans can rely ...

Polyester twill and silky netting aren't the fabrics that fashion dreams are made of, but Diane von Furstenberg gets the most from these materials with her Silk Road tote.

I really love the way that the soft silky netting and patent leather ...

New York City based designer Jen Mascali is commemorating the upcoming tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks with the release of this Remember bag.

Thankfully the Remember bag looks quite tasteful, with its patent red leather finish and contrasting straps. A leather flame accent is ...

It's been some time since I've swooned over Coach, but the label has me in raptures with its Flagship Leather Dowel Flap handbag.

The bag sees Coach returning to its roots, celebrating classic designs which are clean and refined. I love the buttery softness of the ...

Luxury label Hemyca has created an affordable limited edition handbag to benefit British charity Age UK.

The pretty velvet purse is adorned with rose details and available in ruby red and sapphire blue. These jewel tones are perfect for the fall weather ahead, and ...

Phillip Lim makes his place in the fashion world at the corner of minimal and upper crust. This Lynus shoulder bag is a great example of the line's signature aesthetic.

The lipstick red leather on the Lynus is impossible to ignore. I love it when ...

An assortment of studs helps this simple Crossroads tote from Chinese Laundry pop.

The combination of synthetic covered studs and bare metal is interesting. I'm not sure I'm entirely sold on the mix, but it's a lot fresher than the usual selection of silver accents. Perhaps ...

Fashion matriarch Coco Chanel once told us to always take one thing off before we leave the house. This sound tip has saved many a girl from looking overdone when they stepped out. It's a shame that Big Buddha didn't take this sage advice when ...

I've seen plenty of ruffled bags in my time, but none quite like this Taylor purse from Bebe.

The large gentle pleats of this flap have a structure that almost makes them feel like plates of armor. These plates are separated by the ultra tight ruched synthetic running ...

Balmain channels the 70s punk movement with this edgy Safety Pin clutch.

I'm not talking about that watered down Good Charlotte style pop punk that's so prevalent today. This purse embodies all the rebellion of punk's early days with its daring safety pin accented flap. Of ...

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 ...

I've admired the buttery soft leather of Alla Leather Art's day bags for some time. Now with the Butterfly wristlet, we see what the label can do on a smaller scale.

In short, I'm impressed. This wristlet is fairly simple, but it's sucked me ...

Lulu Guinness is making her first foray into the world of travel bags with the launch of luggage range, called The World is Your Oyster, next week. There are two lines in the collection: the upmarket ...