Dan W makes a strong style statement with this Chevron Minaudiere. But do you like what it’s saying?

We’ve seen several of these art deco inspired purses from Dan W. Their bold lines and dramatic contrasting colors help them turn heads, but I feel the formula’s ...

A pop of cobalt blue helps make this art deco inspired James clutch from Hype stand out from the crowd.

I really like the James' art deco styling. Its rectangular turn-lock and elegant seaming are a bit of a throwback to the past, but they also seem surprisingly ...

Versace reminds us that sometimes less is more with this Animal Print Shoulder Bag.

When I first spotted this bag my heart skipped a few beats. I was instantly captivated by the art deco inspired front flap, with its bright red piping and lush ...

Emilie Sloan delivers a cute purse for girls who like to travel light with this Gracie coinlet.

This coinlet is essentially a coin purse, but its front pocket and clear ID slot make it much more versatile than the average. Emilie Sloan really does a lot ...

If Kate Spade has been losing a little of her "retro" recently, the Bixby lets us know that it is definitely still there!

The retro comes in many forms in this leather clutch. Firstly there is the remarkably art deco frame and cute ball clasp. The contrast between the deep ...

Indulge in the ultimate in luxury with this stunning Kara Ross clutch.

The shape of this particular purse is simple. It's a normal curvy box clutch with an elegant art deco inspired clasp in gold. The shape is sleek, yet its main goal is to let the remarkable quality ...

Ooh, quilting and art deco inspiration? This cute clutch has both, and as such I love it!

Lauren Merkin has really pushed her boundaries with the Iris clutch. It is totally different from anything she has done before, and it really works. OK, so some people ...

Vintage art deco meets high tech fashion with this unique Chevron mini bag from Australian luxury label Oroton.

I've never seen anything quite like this purse, and when you look at as many bags as I do that's saying something. The metal details have an art ...

Tiny cosmetics purses might handle your make-up minimum for an evening out, but if you're traveling these holidays you'll need something larger to handle your beauty swag. This Abby train case from Emilie Sloan is an ideal solution that won't break the bank.

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Dan W gives us a modern take on art deco style with this Waterfall minaudiere.

This purse really is a stunner, with its colored snake print leather panels, wooden frame, and mother of pearl corners. The combination is like nothing I've ever seen, and when you ...

Most of us know Kilian Hennessy as a perfume maven, but the fragrance king hopes we come to recognize him as a handbag designer. He's about to make his first foray into the world of accessories with the launch of his By Kilian collection.

The range features ...

This is, hands down, one of the wackiest handbag designs that I have seen in a long while!

Dan W's bags  are usually reasonably sensible, but clearly he was having a wild day when he designed this Archway minaudiere. I'm not complaining, however, because ...

Sometimes there comes along a bag that is so remarkable looking, that it doesn't even matter that it is made by a brand you have never heard of before. This ruffled handbag by MyGift is one such purse!

It only takes one look to realize why this stands out. The swathes of white ...

This may well be the classiest design that I have seen from the creative designer Laura Matthews.

Patent leather always leans itself towards looking smart and work appropriate, especially when the shiny surface is smooth, sleek and uninterrupted by folds and wrinkles. The wallet-like fold-over design of this purse is consequently beautiful, and ...

Ah, yet another pretty summer straw clutch. Big Buddha is an expert in the area, and I think this is one of its classiest creations yet.

When something becomes fashionable it inevitably means that there are lots of different options available. This means that to stand out from the crowd you have to ...

Pretty evening bags that cost less than $40 don't come along very often, making this J. Furmani purse quite a rare species!

Art deco design seems to be creeping back up in the popularity stakes this year, rebelling against the flowers and patterns that have been so on-trend of late. For me this ...

Carlo Fellini channels the traditional black tie fashion with this diamante encrusted clutch.

Formal evening bags have a tendency to be a little dull. However, this particular purse has a certain art deco vibe that makes a simple rectangular shape into something a lot more luxurious and gorgeous. I think it is 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 ...

It is a Wednesday, and I need a fashion pick-me-up. This sparkling metal magazine roll from Whiting & Davis is the perfect thing to fix my mood!

Decoratively, the photo of this bag speaks for itself. We have a hard frame body, in a tubular shape, that just oozes glamor. It is also quite ...

There is nothing quite like a Whiting & Davis clutch; they are beautiful and elegant. This particular example channels an art deco eighties vibe, with funky studs and a streamlined shape.

The clean and simple shape of this delicate clutch makes it perfectly suited for a classy night out, working well with deep black ...

Jessica McClintock produces an elegant bag with this incredibly simple art deco purse.

The sharp angular metal frame of this evening bag works incredibly well as a minimalist structure for the rest of this delicate purse to rely upon. From the solid metal it moves to the thin chain fringe, a bold contrast against ...

This quilted tote from affordable handbag designer Aldo is a great way to add a little extra something to a winter outfit.

Whilst the winter season makes most of us retreat into our dark winter coats and sensible boots, a handbag and some coordinating jewelry is a surefire step to making yourself stand ...

A bright colorblock pattern is nothing new for a L.A.M.B. handbag, but I wouldn't call it the brand's signature style. However, the bold look fits right in with Gwen Stefani's strong fashion sensibility so easily seen in L.A.M.B.'s products.

Although the Darjeeling collection of handbags is by far my favorite colorful geometric ...

This is the second in a series of articles introducing you to the vintage styles of different eras, and showing you some of the best vintage inspired handbags on the market. This week we discuss the elegant 1930s, the birthplace of not only the bias cut dress and sexy halterneck, ...

This is the first in a series of articles introducing you to the vintages styles of different eras, and showing you some of the best vintage inspired handbags on the market. To begin with, the brilliant era of life-changing politics and dramatic prohibition that produced flapper girls - the fabulous 1920s.

The 1920's, especially from 1925 onwards, were known as the "roaring 20s", and as such is characterized by the Charleston, evenings spent dancing despite the alcohol prohibition, and women rebelling against repression. There probably were day bags, but the real prized possessions to accompany complex flapper dresses and elegant feather boas were the delicate beaded art deco evening bags.

Lodis has taken a risk with this head-turning Sorrento wallet. However like many fashion risks, I'm not sure whether this succeeds.

The basic black leather finish is given a lift with metallic gold flecks. This pattern is complemented by the large golden buckle. Its pyramid turnlock gives the wallet an art deco ...

Kenneth Jay Lane embodies art deco style with its Eros clutch. It's named after the Greek god of love and lust, and its inspiring equal measures of both in me!

The black patent leather finish is sleek and smooth. This sophisticated leather is lovely but basic, allowing the pale green stone accent ...

The world is full of pretty, fancy and decorative handbags. Because of this, and all the colorful beautiful bling-laden design work out there, the simple functional totes like this Kate Spade purse simply don't get a look in.

It's a real shame, because whilst this hold-all may look simple, there is actually a ...

Add a little art deco style to your outfit with this Mystique clutch from Lovcat.

The geometric design contrasts coral pink patent with speckled silver metallic leather. The combination is feminine without being frothy. Yet if like so many girls you can't stand to wear pink, it's also available in a black ...

Old world glamour meets contemporary style with this stunning Sharif shoulder bag. It's like nothing I've ever seen before, and when you admire as many handbags as I do that's a big statement!

I adore the snakeskin detail in tan and ivory shades. It reminds me of a sea shell with that beautiful spiral. The soft ...