This Folly tote from XOXO has all the youthful energy we expect from the brand. While it might not suit those sophisticated fashion fans out there, it's bound to be the envy of tweens and young teens.

Those budding bagistas are the ones XOXO clearly targets here with this colorful "Love" signature ...

With all the casual styling you need for a Caribbean getaway comes the St. Croix tote from Vitalio Vera.

The brand has a knack for creating contemporary bags which cost much less than you'd expect. In the case of this tote, you'll have change from a $50. Of course that doesn't buy ...

Kate Spade has done it again and produced a great retro purse that still manages to be bang on trend.

With the 80s fashion revival still lingering, bows have been popping up all over the fashion blogosphere. The bigger the bow the better, and many designs have ended up looking ridiculous and frankly ...

Harveys get graphic and creative with this checkered tote made from those now famous recycled seatbelts.

Perfectly timed for the upcoming release of Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland, this tote has a very distinct chess board style that would look at home in Lewis Carroll's very peculiar world. Consequently this hold-all is just ...

If anyone wants to look kitsch, then this cute Forzieri luxury purse will fit the bill.

Funny and a little bit tongue-in-cheek, this purse sticks with Forzieri's penchant for pretty bags with a little something different about them. The simple rectangular shape is garnished all over with row upon row of crystals, yet the ...

Swoop puts the style back into work lunches with this chic Café Tote.

At first glance, it appears like a regular tote bag. The art deco print might look a little dated, but it still wouldn't be out of place braving the urban jungle or hitting the mall. There are more appealing ...

Sharif takes some of the handbag world's most popular trends and combines them to create this woven tote with fringe. But the jury's still out on whether the mix is genius, or simply confused.

Honestly, I'm still trying to make up my mind whether I like this bag or not. It's eye-catching ...

Perforated leather is one of the hottest handbag trends of the season. While this faux version isn't exactly the real deal, it's stylish enough to suit until the trend is over.

Of course, Roxy's decision to use faux leather rather than genuine calfskin helps to keep its junior line affordable. That's a ...

Here we see that oh-so-familiar signature Coach print utilised on a teeny tiny wristlet.

I am actually very fond of this monochrome sixities inspired graphic print, and I do think it works quite well on such a small handbag. On big handbags there is the potential for a dramatic print like this to ...

Jessica Simpson is right on trend for spring with this delicate floral satchel.

This season's catwalks have been all about floaty fabrics, gentle florals, and clever yet delicate textures. These trends are switching straight over to the High Street, probably because they are so easy to interpret and transform into something normal and ...

Get ready for spring with this delicate slouchy hobo from affordable designer Prezzo.

I am really fond of this smart design. What you see is a soft pastel fabric background, perfectly on trend for this season's favorite floral shades and pastel hues. Then on top of the canvas is a faux leather cutout pattern depicting ...

Nahui Ollin delivers a fun everyday bag, without compromising its signature candy wrapper look, with the Around Town satchel.

Of course, Nahui Ollin likes to tell us every bag from its collection will suit everyday use. However, this one does a little more to convince me than most. The leather patches in ...

Miu Miu is one of those design houses that rarely gets it wrong. But even a talented label such as Miu Miu can take a misstep. And that's just what it did with the Lurex Jeweled Shoulder Bag.

This is a case of a bag that's quite simply overdone. I don't mind ...

Stuart Weitzman breaks from his usual sophisticated purse to bring us something a little more unusual.

Don't get me wrong, I am aware that florals seem to be available every season, in a million different styles, color combos and patterns. This Cluster clutch, however, uses a style of floral artistry that I haven't ever ...

Pairing simplicity with style comes this Vertical Stripes Tote from Magid.

The look is classic, with even black and white stripes running from the top to base. The shape too is traditional, the kind of boxy look we've seen so many times before; it's a little boring but it also never goes ...

Frye head for minimalist class with this pure white Heidi clutch.

White and brown isn't a very common combination, and judging by the looks of this clutch that is a shame! The bright white background works brilliantly with the cute little brown features. Perhaps the combo works so well because of the background ...

With its eye-catching combination of black horn and white shell, this Trapezoid Bag from Mad by Design makes a real statement.

The smooth surfaces are hand-sewn together to create a contemporary starburst style design. The angular pattern is the perfect fit for the purse's distinctive trapezoid shape.

I love the look, but I'm ...

We've drooled over Lucky Brand's lovely neutral purses, including the musically influenced Abbey Road and Rockin' Ruffles. But now the brand shows us its brighter side with the Batik Windmill Runway Bag.

The natural canvas body is jazzed up with a colorful, almost psychedelic windmill print. Purples, yellows, greens, and ...

With snow affecting people around the world, this delicate flutter bag seemed the very best thing to complement it.

People may well be fed up with the constant layers of thick white, but that doesn't have to extend to fashion. A thick wool coat and delicate white bag are what working winter fashion ...

The B. Makowsky Classics line is somewhat of a departure from the label's often urban contemporary look, but I'm a fan of the totally traditional and versatile look that it offers with bags like the Classics Rockefeller.

Similar to the Astor Hobo from the same collection, the Rockefeller is all about sophistication and elegance. It's not edgy or ...

Proud American label Laura Matthews Designs gets all patriotic with the White Eagle satchel.

The white leather carryall is adorned with a proud pewter eagle. The majestic bird, with its wings outstretched, is given a little extra shine with nickel plating. It's quite kitsch, but that's half the fun. Red and blue ...

Have a break from the norm for the upcoming year with this unusual J. Renee Lindy purse.

OK, so a white pearlescent handbag will always have a little hint of wedding fashion to it. But if you have a classic Chanel-esque outfit then you will know that this can work brilliantly, especially in ...

J. Renee keeps it chic and simple with the Mary clutch.

This is one of those purses whose looks are delightfully deceiving. The textured surface looks like lizard, but it's really embossed synthetic. Few exotic imitations are this convincingly done; I wouldn't be surprised if it fooled a few luxury fanatics! But ...

Last year Timmy Woods fans went around with the funky Kris Kringle purse on their seasonally themed arms. This year the time has come for Bling Santa to have his reign!

OK, this is kind of terrible, that much is undeniable. But if spreading Christmas cheer and celebrating a great sense of humor ...

This is a gorgeous traditional bag from respected luxury designer Badgley Mischka.

Good quality patent leather always looks good, and the effect is emphasized here by the contrasting white trim. That white trim works to create that graphic sixties style pattern, with a stylized oversized button clasp and a funky art deco shape. Lookswise, this ...

Sometimes I feel like Fendi isn't trying anymore. Looking at the brand's Forever Boston bag is one of those times.

It seems the label thinks it can deliver a stock standard Boston bag, slap its signature print on it, and charge like a wounded bull. And I guess since there's just one ...

Most often these days patent leather is flashy and flamboyant, designed to draw the eye and daring us to look away. But the Palermo tote from Elliott Lucca has a much more sophisticated air. In fact, it's the handbag equivalent of a pair of Mary Janes!

The high-gloss surface is emphasized by ...

With its raspberry jewel tone and contemporary styling, the Ashton shoulder bag is a versatile choice for this season.

Elaine Turner strikes the delicate balance between classic and modern here. A little pleating near the base gives the bucket shape a subtle slouch, but it's still fairly traditional. The details are what ...

Sondra Roberts keeps it simple and classic in white with this elegant tote.

That white leather works to let the shape of this hold-all speak for itself. The clever folded slouchy structure of this purse needs little embellishment, and makes a large bag have a surprisingly minimalist look. As for hitting trend buttons, this ...

It looks like such a simple bag, but the Dooney & Bourke Luna packs quite a punch.

The first knock-out blow comes with the color range. While in previous years Dooney & Bourke's made the Luna in conservative white and black, the recent crop of colors is a lot more daring. Consider ...

Kate Spade keeps with her current 60s inspired design palette with this classic combination of red, white and black.

Part sixties mod girl and part Parisian fashionista, this purse is undeniably sophisticated. The fun geometric print and bright contrasting trim all combine to create something very fashion savvy that wouldn't look out of ...

This classic vintage evening bag looks a million dollars, but it definitely doesn't cost it!

Like all the Coloriffics purses, this is one affordable number which doesn't look like a budget bag. Satin is always an elegant choice, and the rhinestones near the silver frame make it look positively regal. These glittering ...

Coach takes a break from its regular signature print purses with the Kyra clutch.

Rather than plastering the clutch with oversized Cs, Coach has opted for plain leather. This seafoam shape is so delicate and fresh, but you can also find it in fun berry pink and subtle white and cream tones.

The ...

I know, I know, winter is coming. But sometimes we want to wear something light and summery even if the weather outside doesn't match our mood. This Bubbles Tote from Donna Sharp is the ideal thing to brighten up your day.

From the bright crisp whites dressed in colorful bubbles, through to the ...

There's something so frothy and fun about the Le Trente shopping bag from Christian Dior. But don't accuse this purse of being frivolous!

Those girly looks come from the buttery soft leather, which gathers in pleats around the drawstring and bubbles over with the foldover cuff. The effect gives this purse the ...

The Sandlin shoulder bag from Chocolate delivers a simple sophistication that we haven't seen from the brand.

Chocolate is often all about the embellishments, whether it's adding a strip of flowers or a quilted texture. There's none of those trimmings here, which may disappoint long term fans but attract new ones.

The bucket ...

This Chinese Laundry clutch delivers the modern hair calf look for less.

The bold zebra body looks even more authentic with its furry texture. Brown and beige options provide an unexpected alternative to the traditional black and white combo. The shape is simple and perhaps a little boring, but that’s not entirely ...

So they say that handbag dogs are the latest trend. I think they mean cute pocket sized chihuahuas, however, rather than a bag in the shape of a Boston Terrier!

OK, this purse is totally, undeniably ridiculous. But if you have a sense of fun then I'm probably not barking up the wrong ...

She was the face of the new Chanel advertising campaign and described as Karl Lagerfield's latest "muse." But that wasn't enough to convince South Korean beauty Daul Kim that life was worth living. The 20-year-old model was found hanging in her Parisian apartment on Thursday.

Emergency services were called ...

Burberry is one of those labels I love to hate. I get tired of the brand's iconic plaid purses, but when it steps out of the box the designs tend to fall flat. But Burberry seems to have gotten it right with the Lizzie. And there's not a hint of tartan ...

You just can't keep the queen down. She may have been dumped by Louis Vuitton for the much younger Lara Stone and Daisy Lowe, but Madonna's already found another modeling gig. The Material Mom will front Dolce & Gabbana's spring/summer 2010 campaign.

Acclaimed photographer Steven Klein shot the ads ...

Betsey Johnson appeals even more to the wild side than normal, if you can imagine, with this Betseyville Lucky Stripes Hobo. Instead of simply whimsical, cutesy, or retro like other styles from the brand, this handbag is exotic and dramatic.

Forget subtle details, though Betsey Johnson isn't always known for that, the Lucky Stripes bag takes ...

The Aldo Greveinchianti may not be high-end fashion, but it's still a real showstopper.

This frothy concoction features a host of frilly ruffles embellished with tiny perforated holes. Yes it's over the top, but that's the whole point. That's why I prefer the purse is this lusty red shade rather than the ...

Coloriffics has a certain knack for creating timeless evening purses for less. This vintage-inspired satin clutch is just another example of the stylish looks we've come to expect from the brand.

Crafted from white satin, this classic purse is jazzed up with a scrolling splash of floral embroidery and a dash of ...

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 ...

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 ...

For once, cute surf-wear designer Roxy has produced a hobo that is more about simplicity than canvas.

Where usually the designer's signature logos and prints are all over the bag, this simple Where It's At hobo has only plain and minimalist white synthetic. Suddenly this casual designer is more than appropriate for the office, 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 ...

Girls who bemoan leaving their latest copy of Vogue at home will be thrilled with the Barrymore Magazine tote. It's tailor-made for carrying the hottest glossies!

The name should tip you off that this tote comes from Maxx New York's vintage Hollywood collection. That makes it a little more luxurious than many ...

With its bright orange finish and massive size, it's impossible to ignore a bag like Kooba's Blake.

It's crafted from patent leather, but the surface isn't as glossy as many on the market. It’s a good thing too, because a color this bright doesn't need to look more daring! To that end, ...