This clever Botkier Cooper handbag will literally take you from the board room to a casual after-hours dinner with a quick switch of handles.

During business hours, the Cooper Convertible Hobo functions as a chic but professional-looking work tote with supple leather material and classic briefcase-style short handles. It's the type of bag you can use carry around various paperwork and maybe even a small laptop when you've got meetings and presentations to attend but want to look stylish and put together.

After work hours are over, however, simply unhook the side flaps and attach the single, buckled-detail strap to convert the Cooper to classic, roomy hobo. The look is much more casual, though certainly not as informal as many other hobo bags.

Honestly, even when switched to a hobo, I think the Cooper is still probably office-appropriate for many work environments, but the tote option definitely has more of a professional vibe. I wish that the Cooper's strap could have been longer and adjustable to allow for cross-body carrying since it is rather large and could be kind of bulky on petite arms, but the single shoulder strap does make for an attractive handbag style.

More Features of the Cooper Convertible Hobo

• Measures 18.5 x 13.5 x 5 inches
• Short tote handles with 1 inch drop
• Convertible side flaps with detachable strap
• Front zipper detail

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Aspinal of London might not specialize in handbags alone, but the luxurious designs they offer customers in that category are very much worth considering. In addition to everything from apparel to housewares, the company has their artisan handmade bag crafting down to an art.

The Kylie Purse Clutchfits right in with Aspinal of London's classy collections with its faux snakeskin calf leather and suede and silk lined interior. Although the Kylie's $225 price tag can be considered quite affordable when compared to some luxury designer clutches on the market, it's still out of range for plenty of women's budgets.

However, you just might be able to snag one of these Kylie clutches in a dressy metallic silver mock snakeskin by entering My Fashion Life's current handbag giveaway. Residents of the United States can enter the contest by filling out the simple form on the giveaway page that signs them up for the blog's newsletter. Get your info in by December 10 at 11:59 (EST) for a chance to win.

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A truly unique and eye catching bag design is worth shelling out on, and this Botkier Orion shoulder bag is definitely unique.

The shape of this purse is the biggest selling point. It adds a wonderful dose of structure, and the firm quality of the smooth leather is a great contrast. I particularly enjoy the cute but subtle studding on the panels.

Of course, bright in-your-face fuchsia isn't going to suit everyone, and it is shame that you can't buy this unusual handbag in any other colours. In addition, I am not particularly a fan of the bright and somewhat garish silver chain handle. With the main body of this angular purse already so bright, a subtler metal shade would have made it look more luxurious.

All in all this is a pricey and unique evening bag that will get plenty of looks, but may be just a little too obvious for some.

More Features of this Hot Pink Botkier Purse

• Long drop handle
• Angular seam detailing
• Lambskin leather

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Bulgari has gone back to the vault to celebrate its 125th anniversary. The Italian luxury brand has revived classic collections – the Doppio Tondo, Leoni, Collezione 1910, and Twist – but given them modern makeovers.

The Doppio Tondo line retains the distinctive double overlapped round metallic rings engraved with the double "Bulgari" logo. These double rings take inspiration from the infinite loop, reminding us of the classic styling the brand represents. The wine red and forest green shades are new though, the jewel tones ideal for the cooler weather ahead.

We see the double logo again in the Twist, although this time it's printed on a duo of medallions. This season the line has a more relaxed feel thanks to the drawstring closure.

The Leoni bags are also a little more casual this time around, with their rounded corners. The original handles and clasps have also been moved to the center of the purse for a bold new look.

The Collezione 1910 hearkens back to the year the first Bulgari store opened in Rome. The collection features the brand's original Art Nouveau style advertisement printed on leather, oiled linen, or cotton canvas. Calfskin trimmings and handles add a little luxury to the less decadent fabrics, while the leather receives a special treatment for everyday use.

The retro Bulgari bags aren't cheap, with the leather purses clocking in at a few thousand a piece, but the classic styles might be worth a splurge.

[Source: Inquirer Lifestyle]
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Celestina impresses again with this gorgeous Maricel Soriano clutch.

This dazzling evening purse is hand crafted from a red abalone shell. No designer's handiwork could equal the pearly mottled finish on the glossy surface Mother Nature's created. The round shell fits neatly into a copper frame. This beautiful clutch closes at the top with a gray amethyst clasp.

This purse is sexily slender, but that makes storing anything inside it almost impossible. It could fit loose change of course, but without any lining those coins will rattle around. A shoulder strap wouldn't have looked quite right, but you'll probably want one anyway as the hours wear on. This isn't the kind of purse you'd want to sit down after all!

The Maricel Soriano retails for a little more than $1000, a high price for something we'll only carry after five to be sure. But if you can stretch your budget, at least you know you're buying a truly unique show stopper!

More Features of This Celestina Abalone Shell

• Comes with a small cosmetics mirror
• Measures 7 x 6 x 3 inches
• Handmade in the Philippines

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It's hard to believe that any high fashion designer would draw inspiration from the world of sports, but that's exactly what got Alexander Wang motivated for his new Spring 2010 collection that was recently revealed on the catwalk: football.

Instead of tough, edgy, and majorly studded, this new line is sporty chic with an almost vintage-ish feel. When viewing images of the whole collection at once, I can't help but think of the recent 1920s-era George Clooney football film Leatherheads. I have no idea if Alexander Wang was thinking along those lines, but I can't help but see some similarities, though there's a definite modern take to the collection.

The most obvious display of the inspiration, in my opinion, can be seen on one of the new spring handbags. The Brady Football Clutch actually looks like a pigskin, just with a little decorative topstitching and a zipper running across the middle. It's quirky, which I'd expect from the designer, and a little odd, but I actually like it when combined with the other looks from the collection.

See a preview of Alexander Wang's Spring 2010 bags and shoes at Refinery 29.

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Burberry plans to shift its focus to handbags and shoes in the face of the financial crisis.

The British brand reported lower pre-tax profits this year, mainly due to falling apparel sales. However, there is a silver lining, with profits up for leather goods, casual handbags, and shoes.

"One of the highlights is that handbags represent half of the non-apparel business. We can now say we have two solid backbone businesses - handbags and outerwear," chief executive of Burberry Angela Ahrendts told the Telegraph.

While I'm partial to a Burberry trenchcoat, I don't mind the British label's new direction one bit. Hopefully this will lead to a little more innovation from the Burberry brand, which can only be a good thing. I've seen potential in styles like the Lizzie, but with more focus on handbag design perhaps we can see some accessories that are even more fashion forward.

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Among its architectural masterpieces and other urban attractions, Melbourne, Australia also boasts the largest shopping center in the Southern Hemisphere. Chadstone, or rather "Chaddy" as it is sometimes referred to by locals, is home to a various collection of shops that ranges from Target to Tiffany's.

The luxury fashion precinct of Chadstone is actually a new addition, though. The elegant boutique section includes Burberry, Gucci, Coach, Chanel, and more with other major labels rumored to move in soon.

Chanel celebrated the opening by releasing an exclusive 2.55 quilted lambskin bag, which contains a special plaque inside to commemorate the launch.

“It was created by Karl Lagerfeld exclusively for the launch of our new boutique at Chadstone, which opened on Wednesday,” Susie Stenmark from Chanel Australia tells us.

You'll have to be in Australia to get your hands on one, though. This limited edition handbag is only available at the label's store at Chadstone.

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They might be bosom buddies, but Blake Lively won't model for Victoria Beckham's new fashion line. Victoria's spokesperson told Vogue.com he's unsure what prompted the rumor, but that it's definitely not true.

"I don’t know where this one has come from - other than from Blake being a fan of the Victoria Beckham collection," he said. "She is not Victoria's 'muse' and there is no 'face of' the advertising campaign."

The Gossip Girl starlet met the former Spice Girl during New York Fashion Week. She's been spotted wearing pieces from Victoria's collections both on and off screen, while Victoria just landed herself a plum role on Blake's drama series. The whispers of Blake's starring turn in the marketing campaign seemed such a natural fit considering how much their paths have crossed lately, but I guess some things aren't meant to be. Perhaps Victoria's people should reconsider though. Surely having Blake's endorsement would help boost the sales of Mrs. Beckham's brand!

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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 in sight!

Instead the Lizzie features those on trend studs we're seeing so much of lately. The purse is virtually covered in them, but by keeping the metal small Burberry ensures the hardware doesn't get overwhelming. Plain diagonal leather strips break up the design, and are mirrored in the V-shaped pleats in the center of the purse.

The studs may be modern, but the size isn't. The Lizzie bucks the contemporary taste for oversized bags, and I think it works. Those studs may have overwhelmed on a larger canvas after all. Instead we get a purse which is large enough for carrying everyday essentials but doesn't weigh us down.

With the strap, the Lizzie is a cute daytime bag. But remove it and you've got one sexy little clutch for your next cocktail party. That day to night versatility makes the epic $2150 price a little easier to swallow.

More Features of This Burberry Studded Shoulder Purse

• A zip top closure
• Fabric lined interior
• A zippered pocket and slip pocket inside
• A removable 18 inch handle with an 8 inch drop
• Measures 11 x 1 x 5 inches
• Made in Italy

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