Nancy Gonzalez adds python to her signature crocodile skin with the aim of offering twice the luxury and twice the looks. However, sadly this tote somehow ends up being less than the sum of its parts.

I really can't fault the exotic ...

While many of us are feeling the effects of the latest credit crunch and wondering how we'll pay off our Christmas shopping, a private handbag collector has showed he or she still has money to burn. The anonymous bidder spend more than $203, 150 on ...

Ralph Lauren is the latest designer to show his love for the United Arab Emirates. The release of this limited edition Ricky bag comes hot on the heels of the launch of Gucci's exclusive Marrakech purse.

The new Ricky bag is crafted from lavender ...

Louis Vuitton just got a bit more exotic after its parent company, LVMH, assumed control of leather tannery Heng Long International. LVMH now owns 51% of the exotic skins supplier while the Koh family that founded the business owns the other 49%. It's estimated that LVMH spent around €92 million, ...

Nancy Gonzalez ups her signature luxury with this Croc & Fox Tote.

Nancy Gonzalez is an expert with crocodile, but here the scaly skin takes a backseat to that fox fur. The lush tan pelt covers this domed tote, while deep tan croc skin ...

Saudi Arabian couture designer Effa has expanded her fashion range with the release of a line of exotic clutch purses.

Effa designs with modern, independent women in mind, the kind who love being up to date and in touch with the latest catwalk trends. The Effa Made ...

Victoria Beckham has created a one-off luxurious crocodile skin handbag that's sure to be on everyone's Christmas wish list. But most of us won't expect to find the ultra opulent shoulder bag sitting underneath our tree on December 25. With a hefty price tag ...

When it comes to Ashley M, you're never quite sure what you're going to get. Sometimes it makes bags shaped like guitars and covered with images of pop culture icons, and on other occasions it forgets novelty and brings us something much more ...

Nancy Gonzalez delivers another enviable piece of arm candy with this Panama Knotted Satchel.

The South American designer has mixed things up a bit here, tying strips of her favorite Caimun fuscus crocodile in knots to create an exotic kind of net. This luxurious black skin ...

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has never been a fan of Victoria Beckham's best selling handbag line, and now the animal rights group is taking another swipe. It claims that the crocodiles used to make Beckham's £18, 000 'superbag' were ...

Intricate leather work and some exotic textures make this Carla Mancini tote a truly luxurious option.

Carla Mancini rarely does things by halves. Woven leather work is always gorgeous, but it is as if she has stood back from her creation and asked what else she could have ...

I've always really liked the work of Nancy Gonzalez, but she has really outdone herself this time. Seriously, I am about to start gushing, because this metallic croc clutch is one of the hottest bags I've seen all season.

The pale gold metallic crocodile skin on this clutch ...

Nancy Gonzalez really has a way with materials. All of her exotic skins come from farms that she operates in Columbia, her home. She always lets the quality of the skin shine through, and doesn't muddy up her designs with over-embellishment. This crocodile and python bag is ...

As summer approaches, we're bound to see more and more designers trading in heavy winter materials like felt and wool for lighter ones like linen. Sometimes the results will make us crave the warm weather, while others are bound to fall flat. Sadly I think ...

Get the biker vibe with the Biker tote from Rebecca Minkoff.

OK, so a vibrant magenta isn't perhaps the most rebellious shade, but maybe that is why this tote works. You have the traditional zips and pockets strewn at random angles across the front, but the ...

Nancy Gonzalez has a veritable monopoly on exotic-skinned minimalist accessories. This floral applique clutch is a dramatic departure from her usually straightforward aesthetic, and honestly, I'm not sure how I feel about it.

The pink pastel crocodile skin is itself, a pretty dramatic statement. I've never really seen ...

Nancy Gonzalez is really working the ultra-brights, lately. Not that I'm complaining. Eye-popping color plus exotic reptil skin is combo that I can definitely get behind, and this medium tote brings the two together perfectly.

This kind of cobalt blue is really hard to come by in bags, because ...

If you're lucky this holiday season, you’ll be jetting off in pursuit of warmer weather. If there's any cash left after you've bought your tickets, you may like to tote your vacation swag in one of the luxurious new travel accessories from Nancy Gonzalez.

The ...

Nancy Gonzalez is a relative newcomer to the fashion world, but so far, I am absolutely loving her style. All her bags are beautifully handcrafted of exotic skins, and her light design touch makes her bags timeless and elegant. This drawstring bag is gorgeous addition to her growing ...

Handbag designers take note. This is not how you do patchwork. This is not how you treat expensive exotic materials. This Balmain Rock Leather and Crocodile Patchwork Shoulder Bag is, in short, a lesson in what not to do.

Perhaps I'm being a bit ...

Alexander McQueen's skull clutches are cultish favorites among cutting edge fashionistas. Their combination of high class glamour and punk rock DIY spirit is irresistible. This Byzantine Queen Skull version of the clutch is the most ornate and opulent to date.

The patent brown crocodile would have ...

It seems like everyone has an iPhone these days. Even Blackberry diehards are being seduced by Apple's array of Apps. And there's no shortage of cases for them, either. They range from hard rubber casings that make the iPhone look like a mini-Hummer to sparkly, rhinestone-encrusted princess cases. ...

Nancy Gonzalez is my kind of designer. She keeps her craftsmanship impeccable and local. The materials from her bags all come from her own farms in Colombia, where the bags themselves are handcrafted. She uses the most exotic skins, but keeps her prices reasonable. This long patent ...

Nancy Gonzalez is the leader of the fashion pack when it comes to making classic and elegant crocodile bags. Her designs are simple and minimal, and allow the beauty of the materials to shine through. This burnt orange woven tote is a gorgeous example of her work.

The ...

Woven surfaces and exotic crocodile skins scream luxury, so Nancy Gonzalez desired to pair both elements in the ultimate plush accessory.

Sadly though I think the idea behind this one is better than the result. The open weave just doesn't have the same appeal ...

London luxury label Asprey has teamed up with travel brand Globe-Trotter for an opulent range of suitcases.

Asprey's new creative director Bruce Hoeksema has designed five differently sized Londoner bags, ranging from an 18 inch trolley to a 33 inch suitcase.

There are two ...

This is a bit of a break from the norm for luxury brand Lodis. Normally its handbags are sleek and glossy, whereas the Carnival Cafe clutch is much more fun!

Don't get me wrong, I love Lodis bags. However, it is nice to see some texture in that crocodile print pattern, and I ...

I have recently become a huge fan of the Nancy Gonzalez line. The Colombian designer has an extremely light design touch and maintains exacting quality standards for the materials of her exotic accessories, and the results are impeccable. To be honest, I'm not crazy about this conservative style, personally, but it definitely ...

The handcrafting and meticulous design of Nancy Gonzalez's line ensures that every piece is a unique piece of art. Her focus is always on the materials, and her accessories are never fussy, over-designed, or trendy. This small crocodile clutch is a fabulous addition to the collection.

The bronze treatment on the crocodile skin ...

I do love an affordable wallet, as it is always nice to have some money left to put in it!

The Mundi wallet we have here only costs $19.95, and is consequently a total bargain. It also explains why we don't have authentic crocodile leather or even normal leather, because you couldn't get ...

Nancy  Gonzalez is a Colombian designer who has all her accessories handcrafted in her home country. Not only that, but she maintains her own exotic animal farms, which allows her a great deal of quality control over both the materials and craftsmanship of her line. The result of all this control is ...

Petit Et Beau has released two new handbags for mini fashionistas, which might just make grown-up girls jealous!

The first is the Red Rose Diamante Bag, which takes its style cues from French fashion house Valentino. The bright red fabric roses aren't as luxurious as the ones that donned the Valentino bags ...

Lots of zips add a very on trend utilitarian look to this otherwise designer Rebecca Minkoff cross-body.

The BF has enough practicality to live up to its name, and really be a girl's best friend. That is thanks to the compact size, perfect for when you only need a few belongings, and also ...

Nancy Gonzalez is known for having a light touch when it comes to design. All of her bags are made of exotic or unusual materials, and she usually chooses to let the natural beauty of the materials be center-stage. This sophisticated clutch is a good example of her work.

The croc material takes ...

Luxury label Free Endearment has just released its spring 2010 handbags, and here at BagBunch we're impressed.

As with all of Los Angeles based designer Jaclyn Morse's bags, purses from the new line are named after her female family members and closest gal pals. The nubbly crocodile scales of the Jessica ...

For a clutch that breaks away from the normal and the typical, Rampage is the design house to go to.

The Joelle clutch doesn't really look like many other clutches on the market. To start with, it is broken into two compartments, both of which are framed around the middle pocket. This is ...

This September Marc Jacobs will open a boutique showcasing his adored accessories inside Paris' Galeries Lafayette. When it opens it will offer more of the American designer's goods than any other store in Europe.

Shoppers will get a sneak peek of what's to come when a Marc Jacobs pop-up boutique ...

Nancy Gonzalez will take the leap from women's accessories to menswear with the release of a new line of masculine man bags.

The range, named after the company's president Santiago Gonzalez, will be made exclusively from his favorite skin: crocodile. The moniker is a smart choice, and one which is sure to ...

Classic and traditional handbags aren't just the domain of the expensive and well-established brands of the world. With this croc-embossed clutch, La Regale sets out to prove that affordable can be glam.

I think it has achieved this aim. In fact, it may have even surpassed it through the simplicity of the design. ...

Yves Saint Laurent has relaunched its official website with a collection of luxe products available exclusively through the fashion house's online store.

Fans of the brand's lauded embossed sueded crocodile will be thrilled to see the skin adorning the iconic Large Muse Bag. This luscious exotic inspired fabric brings a ...

If you want classic good looks and flawless timeless design, then this pricey Guess satchel will take your breath away.

Simply put, this crocodile embossed leather handbag is stunning. It could easily be a meticulously crafted piece of leather work from the vintage days of yore, were it not for the fact that ...

If you've got a spare $30, 000 burning a hole in your pocket consider a trip to London's Pullman Gallery. The boutique is currently selling a rare Hermes crocodile skin Sac a Depeche briefcase. The authentic 20th century case is finished in Crocodilus Porosos, revered as the finest croc ...

Inject some high class bling into your outfit with this gold patent clutch.

Lodis has created something that manages to combine two hard-to-manage materials, bright gold and snakeskin, into a very classy purse. Perhaps the simple shape and frame design tone down what could be dramatically over the top? Even the risky combination ...

If you have a classy handbag then you need a classy wallet to go in it!

OK, so $319 is a lot for a wallet. It is definitely only for those who have money left after buying it to go inside! However, if you fancy a real expensive piece of crocodile leather then this Nina ...

If you've drooled over Abas' clutches like the Cate and Maggie but longed for something larger meet this sweet smelling Rose.

The Rose features the same convincing embossed leather we've seen on so many Abas purses. It might be a little predictable, but when a brand continues to produce quality ...

Martin Margiela is to this fashion moment what Prada was to the late 1990s. Margiela is a man that is really redefining minimal chic, and I am almost always crazy for what he comes up with. This season's accessories really epitomize the Martin Margiela aesthetic, and the Croc Effect leather bag is ...

Ralph Lauren steps away from the casual accessories we're used to with the truly luxurious Ricky.

Taking its cues from the Hermes Birkin, the Ricky combines a timeless structured look with to-die-for exotics. In this case its hand-selected African crocodile, although the Ricky is also available in python, alligator, and glossy patent ...

Nancy Gonzalez pairs her signature crocodile with python here to dazzling effect.

The tan colored python is more sophisticated than many snake prints I've seen of late. It makes a real statement amongst the on-trend vibrant purples and pinks, one which says "I am a woman who favors timeless elegance over fads." ...

OK, so at first glance this Versace bag looks like a bulky yet formal satchel. Versace, however, believe that the convertible element should be more than enough to convince you to like it!

Whether you need a smart compact backpack, a spacious tote or a functional overnight bag, this purse should suit the ...

This Liz Claiborne wristlet brings posh and sophisticated class to an unusual shape.

Crocodile print, with its spacious pattern, is generally saved for bigger purses and vintage bags. To see it being used surprisingly effectively for a little clutch is a great change.

The styling of this wristlet is very vintage. Whilst wrist straps weren't ...