We can look forward to many more gorgeous handbags and nutty comments from Chanel creative director and famous egomaniac Karl Lagerfield. One of fashion's most colorful characters told Germany's Freundin magazine he has no plans for retirement.

"Retirement is not one of the topics with which I deal. Why should I? I still have so many projects that I sometimes don't know where to begin. Chanel will still need some clothes when I'm 89," he said.

Of course I'm sure someone else could design those clothes if Karl were to step down, but it's not surprising to hear he doesn't entertain that thought!

There must be something about Chanel that compels folks to stick around. Coco Chanel never retired, so it's fitting that Karl Lagerfield is planning to do the same thing. He's already got 27 years under his belt, and he's showing no signs of becoming stiff or stale. So why not continue the legacy? Heaven knows any replacement would have some very big shoes to fill!

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Although I'm a big proponent of the eco-friendly movement and am all for the practice of using unexpected recycled products in fashion, I've never been a huge fan of the Harveys seatbelt bags. I can appreciate the product for a clever use of the material. However, like the Nahui Ollin candy wrapper bags, I can't help but sometimes see the original material staring back at me when I look at them.

There are a few exceptions to my slight distaste for the brand, though, with one such style being the striped Harveys Rugby Satchel. Now I can add a new one to that short list. This Seatbelt Wristlet from the brand is definitely all seatbelt but on a smaller, more palatable scale.

Perhaps it is the vibrant red hue of the wristlet that attracts me as well. I actually like the way that the weaving on the bag brings out different tones within the color.

Like most practical wristlets, this Harveys design has a detachable wrist strap allowing you to either wear it on your hand, carry it as a clutch, or tuck it in a larger bag for extra storage. The price tag of $78 is a little steep for such a casual wrist bag, in my opinion, but it's not an uncommon range for an eco-friendly line.

More Features of the Seatbelt Wristlet

• Measures 8.75 x 5 x 0.75 inches
• Zip top closure
• Woven seatbelt material

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There's just nothing subtle about a Baby Phat bag. The label divides opinion more than most with its busy and brash designs. From any other brand I'd gasp in horror at the Royal Status 4 Ring Satchel, but it's just what I'd expect from Baby Phat.

The brown synthetic leather was probably conservative once. That is, until Baby Phat covered it in its ornate crown logo. Those crowns have got nothing on the bag’s centerpiece: a large metal crown adorned with studs. There are more studs along the base of the bag, and along the belts around the angular pockets. Sloping pockets tend to look edgy, but these belts create a vaguely equestrian feel. I suppose royalty ride horses, but the embellishment still feels a little out of place. The bold colored racing stripes streaking down the center of the purse are similarly confusing. They add color, but there was so much going on already that more design features was the last thing this satchel needed.

It's a shame that Baby Phat didn't care so much about adding features inside. The interior is spacious enough to comfortably carry a chunky wallet, must-have technology, and other daily essentials. But there are not enough pockets to help us truly stay organized. There's a zippered pocket for loose change, and an open pouch for a cell phone, but where will your iPod or Nintendo DS go? The handles are also a shade too short for comfortable over-the-shoulder carrying.

While I might obsess about its practical shortcomings, that's not likely to deter Baby Phat's legions of fans. If you've got to the confidence to carry off this cluttered look, more power to you!

More Features of This Baby Phat Crown Satchel

• Platform base
• Top zip closure with kitty logo pull tag
• Dual handles with a 5.5 inch drop
• Measures 13 x 6 x 8 inches

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B. Makowsky is one of those rare designers who always seems to hit the mark. While his bags are never right for the red carpet or a glamorous night out, it’s hard to resist them when you're looking for a casual everyday purse. With Christmas just around the corner, it seems appropriate to think about a bag like the Eden shopper.

It's not as large as many shoppers, so it won't carry a lot of holiday shopping. But it would look cute paired with your casual mall attire, especially in this festive shade of lipstick red! If it's a little loud for your tastes, consider one of the five other color options. Stone and brandy are classic choices for the more reserved bagistas out there.

For me though, red is the real showstopper. The vibrant shade makes the silver hardware adorning the external pockets, belt, and shoulder straps really pop. The faux belt may make getting in and out of the bag a little fiddly, but I like the relaxed style it brings. Tying it loosely may make your goodies more accessible, or you could stash the essentials into the massive side pockets.

The $288 price tag represents great value for this classic B. Makowsky shopping bag.

More Features of This B. Makowsky Belted Shopper

• Made of 100% leather
• Leopard print lining
• Magnetic snap closure
• Dual shoulder straps with an 8 inch drop
• Measures 11.5 x 11.5 inches
• Made in China
• Available in stone, brandy, lipstick, sage, maize, and marble blue

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This is a Bally bag that Bally can be proud of. As some of the most expensive and desirable purses on the market, Bally bags always ooze glamor and luxury, and this huge spacious tote is no exception.

This soft leather hold-all is designed to last forever, from the quality leather to the artistic workmanship. For $1800 you expect nothing less than perfection, and the fantastically sculpted lines suggest that the Bally designers have done their utmost to make that the case.

This tote, with its slouchy shape and space, is great for carrying your belongings through day and night. With the huge and versatile capacity, however, I am surprised that the handles are so small. Despite the shape hinting at heavy loads to be carried, I get the impression that this status symbol bag is more about looks than actually being used. Somehow, although it isn't unexpected, I feel disappointed that such a fabulous bag doesn't quite live up to its hugely posh expectations.

Whatever the little hesitations, however, this is a true Bally bag. It is sophisticated and classy, and perfect for work or play. Taking you seamlessly from day to night, I love it!

More Features of this Bally Cabala-E Handbag

• Available in purple and black
• Belted/drawn closure
• Snakeskin exterior
• Short handles

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With a smattering of modern studs, Anne Klein converts this rather plain tote into a contemporary fashion statement.

Unlike many designers who seem to OD on the metal accents, Anne Klein keeps things subtle by placing the studs only at the top of the purse. She keeps us guessing with the mixture of brass and silver studs, big and small ones, textured and plain. It's a funky new take on the trend which I think really pays off.

Other than the studs, there's nothing too unexpected here. The leather is top quality, and as with most Anne Klein creations its available in a mix of conservative shades and more surprising tones. This ruby red tote is particularly fetching for fall. Anne Klein's famous lion motif appears on a metal plate near the base of the bag, proudly boasting the brand's heritage without appearing too obtrusive.

I do appreciate a bag with a large zippered center pocket. By separating the tote into three sections, organization is made easy even for the most scatterbrained stylistas amongst us. Zippered pockets in both side walls complement an open cell phone pouch and the zippered pocket we saw underneath those stylish studs.

At $188, this Anne Klein purse is an affordable quality way to indulge in the latest studded trend.

More Features of This Anne Klein Studded Tote

• Magnetic snap closure
• Metal eyelets with AK logo
• Dual shoulder straps  with metal eyelets
• Measures 13 x 5.7 x 12.5 inches
• Also available in birch (brown), black, and monarch purple

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When you're shopping for a decently sized handbag around the $100 mark, finding one made from genuine leather is beginning to be a rarity. There are a few exceptions to that, of course, but brands are mostly sticking to synthetics for that price range.

Though a little disappointing, I suppose it's not entirely surprising considering the size of some of these large handbags. This Chinese Laundry Emma Bucket bag, for instance, would probably cost quite a pretty penny more than $107 if it had been constructed using real pebbled leather instead of a faux leather material.

A leather-like texture can work well on purses, but I'm not sure I'm buying it on this one. The pebbled texture is a nice touch but is unfortunately cheapened a bit by the solid fake leather trim. The studs on the handle and the grommet holes decorating the sides provide a nice distraction from the less than perfect aspects of the Emma Bucket, though.  

Sometimes it's better to opt for true quality over size and get a smaller style made from real leather, but this type of purse is a viable option for when you need a big bag but don't want to spend too much on it. You might not get top quality, you definitely won't be lacking in storage space.

More Features of the Emma Bucket Bag

• Measures 17 x 14.5 x 7.5 inches
• Single handle with 10 inch drop
• Magnetic snap closure
• Faux leather

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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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I do like a functional clutch. Of course, sometimes it is nice to have something impractical and ridiculous in your grasp, but a useful and attractive purse can make life that little bit easier to manage!

This Latico Cris Cris clutch combines those two elements, looks and practicality, in one largely successful package. With slouchy roomy pockets both inside and out, and a biker-chic look, this may be one of the best functional wristlets around.

Those exterior pockets are cleverly used as the feature focus of the purse, catching attention and drawing it to the soft slouchy shape and triple-milled leather. They aren't, unfortunately, closeable; a simple but punky zip would have been an attractive and even more functional addition.

That leather, however, is a bit of a saving grace. Elegant, relaxed and yet strangely edgy, it really is the selling point of this little purse, making it refined yet dangerous. This works best in black; the effect is lost somewhat in the other shades, but that lovely leather quality is retained throughout the range.

All in all, from the wristlet strap to the unexpected floral lining, this purse looks and feels good. Is it as practical as it makes out though? Perhaps not.

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• Available in four colors
• Chunk spacious shape
• Coordinating zip color
• Floral lining and leather exterior

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I've counted myself among Botkier fans for some time now, but I'm starting to like the brand more and more as its newest handbags are released.

Some of the brand's styles just seems to get better as it evolves, and this Logan shopper is a perfect example, in my opinion. Soft leather, zippers, and tassels aren't new additions to the label's signature look, but seem a slightly better improvement upon other styles like the Jackie and Vixen of past seasons. I even kind of like the name better, though that has absolutely no bearing on the quality of design.

Although it's a fairly simple style of handbag, the Logan shopper has all the makings of a fashionable, well-made accessory. The high-quality, soft leather is what I would expect from a bag that costs a whopping $625. The understated details, however, are what make it current and chic.

Unlike some designs that take tassel and zipper features to the extreme and overwhelm a style, the Logan shopper simply adds a few here and there on the exterior. The tassels function as zipper pulls for the one horizontal and two vertical zippered pockets on the front. I'm not sure how practical two vertical zippered pockets that unzip all the way to the bottom of the bag would be, but they do add a little edge to this otherwise laid-back handbag.

More Features of the Logan Shopper

• Measures 17.5 x 16 x 4 inches
• Double handles with 7.5 inch drop
• Magnetic closure
• Exterior zippered pockets

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