Yves Saint Laurent's latest "It" bag, the Roady, shot to fame on the arms of glamorous celebs like Rihanna, Katy Perry, Kylie Minogue, and Leighton Meester. Now the in-demand purse will get a personalized makeover for shoppers in America's fashion capitals, Los Angeles and New York City.

The Roady already comes in a variety of shapes and colors, including black nappa and vibrant red and blue leathers. But Yves Saint Laurent artesan furriers will further customize the bags this month. Roady lovers can jazz up the handles with colored exotic skins, including ostrich, crocodile, and lizard. The lizard is the bargain option at $225, the ostrich will cost $385, and the crocodile clocks in at $515. To further add value, Yves Saint Laurent staff will also embroider your initials inside your Roady for nix.

The customized Roady bags are available in YSL's Los Angeles and New York boutiques from November 19 to December 1.

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These days studs aren't simply for wearing in your ears or embellishing the leather jackets of grizzled old bikies. This season, they're one of the hottest ways to dress up a handbag, a belt, or a killer pair of heels.

We've seen the edgy details make a splash on the catwalk, and grace the gossip mags thanks to stylish stars like Rihanna and Beyonce. Whether they're traditional round studs or today's modern pyramid studs, the accents add a little rock star attitude to any ensemble.

As with most fashion trends though, remember that a little goes a long way. I suggest selecting just one studded accessory as a statement piece, rather than wearing a mass of metal. I also recommend resisting the temptation to pair this trend with the current taste for python. Snakeskin and studs together can only appear overdone. Instead choose black or rich jewel tones for the coolest punk-chic look.

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Devi Kroell might have a Target diffusion line under her belt, but her newest venture is a far cry from her affordable line of handbags featured in the budget-conscious store. This New York-based designer is moving up in the retail world ... specifically to a new flagship boutique in Manhattan's prestigious Upper East Side.

Since her first collection debuted in 2004, Kroell has been gaining momentum as well as more than a handful of celebrity fans. Fashionistas like Ashley Olsen, Anne Hathaway, and Rihanna have carried her luxurious designs, and even Gossip Girl has caught the Kroell fever.

The award-winning designer has earned her spot on New York City's Madison Avenue, and the real estate couldn't be more impressive. Exotic skin handbags, jeweled clutches, gorgeous shoes, and other items are impeccably displayed in the two-story flagship store.

"I wanted to create an airy, secluded space where shoppers could have a serene experience and take in the pieces at their own pace," the designer says.

Hopefully this is one fashion brand whose sales and success will continue to rise rather than dip into dangerous territory necessitating layoffs and store closings. Be sure to check out the new boutique at 717 Madison Avenue next time you're in the Big Apple.

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Linea Pelle is giving its iconic Dylan bags a makeover for fall.

The Dylan collection has been the brand's best-seller for many years thanks to its signature slouch, vintage washed texture, and lush Italian leather finish. Modern style icons Vanessa Hudgens, Paris Hilton, Hayden Panettiere, and Rihanna have all been spotted carrying these famous Linea Pelle purses.

The new Dylans feature some hot new body styles and colors including teak, hibiscus, sand, and this fun parrot green. This unexpected hue seems more springtime than fall fashion to me, but that does make it stand out!

To celebrate the launch of the revamped line, Linea Pelle will give away a $3000 "Be a Celebrity" shopping spree to one lucky bagista. Until the competition's close on October 31, the fashion label will also give away prizes every day including Linea Pelle bracelets, wallets, and signature belts. No purchase is necessary; just enter your e-mail address into the website to enter the draw. Entry is open to all US residents aged 18 years and over.

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It might have been a somewhat somber event, but Rihanna wasn't going to let that stop her from looking fabulous and chic. The singer showed up to a court hearing regarding the Chris Brown case on Monday in head-to-toe designer duds.

Besides styling a classic little black dress, Rihanna also showcased vintage Van Cleef & Arpels and Buccelatti gold and yellow diamond jewelry. Though the jewelry is admirable and enough to pay my mortgage for a ridiculous amount of months, the accessory that really has me drooling is the handbag she carried.

The pop star appeared in court carrying a Proenza Schouler PS1 bag in black python. The designer purse, which comes in many styles and textures, must have been the perfect classic accessory to her mature yet fashionable get-up.

Brown might have pleaded guilty to assault charges sentenced to probation and hard labor, but I'd say Rihanna won that day in more ways than one. I have no doubt that she was also the most stylish woman there.

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Here's our first look at Rihanna’s new commercial for the Gucci UNICEF Tattoo Heart handbag collection.

The collaboration was a labor of love on both sides. Gucci creative director Frida Giannini chose the beauty from Barbados for her fresh look.

"I wanted Rihanna on board with this project because she's so young, so modern, and so iconic," he gushed.

Meanwhile long-time Gucci lover Rihanna jumped at the chance to be part of the fashion label's charity project.

"I have always been a fan of the Gucci brand and the products, especially their handbags. But most of all, I'm very, very intrigued by what they're doing with UNICEF. As an artist, I feel like it’s our duty to make it a better place if we can," she said.

"I'm blown away by what UNICEF has been able to accomplish in Africa with the money that Gucci has donated to them. I'm very fortunate to be part of this wonderful collaboration."

The complete full-length film will be released on the Gucci website on December 9.  This edited clip gives us a great opportunity to drool over these limited edition Gucci purses, but all Rihanna does is look sultry and pout! I hope she gets a little more animated in the longer movie!

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We've all experienced a serious case of bag envy as we've watched our favorite stars strut the catwalk. Well wipe away the drool fashion lovers. Seventeen Magazine is giving you the chance to nab cute clothes and adorable accessories owned by some of the world's hottest celebs.

This exciting eBay auction features some fantastic pieces including Rihanna's sexy striped Kate Spade make-up purse, and a lush patent leather duffle bag from Beyonce's Dereon collection. The auction also has necklaces worn by Gossip Girl's Blake Lively and Leighton Meester, Taylor Swift's autographed cowboy boots, and the yellow Marc by Marc Jacobs dress Miley Cyrus wore on the cover of Seventeen!

All proceeds from the auction will benefit The Girl Effect, a movement which supports girls' abilities to change the world. The organization provides aid for the 600 million adolescent girls living in poverty in the developing world. They will receive education, legal protection, health care, and access to training and job skills. Now that's what I call girl power!

Bidding ends on November 25, so get to it!

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