Turn heads as you step out with this Pearl clutch from Sondra Roberts.

While once we admired Sondra Roberts for her day bags, lately she's impressed us with her after five accessories. The Pearl is a gorgeous example of what she can do with a classic ...

Once upon a time I thought I knew American West. Its handbags were inspired by the Western frontier, embellished with hand-tooled details and rendered in earthy tones. But then somewhere along the way things changed. The result is accessories like this ...

Literal rather than metaphorical corners have been cut in this stylish Cut-Corner Minaudiere from Judith Leiber.

It gets its name not from shoddy craftsmanship but from its stylish angled corners. I really love the contemporary quirk they bring to what is otherwise a very traditional Judith ...

Giuseppe Zanotti brings some glamour to a classic black pouch with this Crystal Bow Clutch.

The crystal studded bow is the real star of the show here. The liberal application of Swarovski crystals really helps the thin ribbon pop against its black suede background. ...

Paco Mena only appeared on my radar recently, but since discovering the brand I've been impressed by its elegant but affordable evening purses. This Duprea clutch is another shining example from the range.

This is a lovely looking purse, with its sophisticated pleating and rich satiny ...

The name Judith Leiber is synonymous with intricately designed, crystal covered minaudieres, but with the Nancy she shows us she can dazzle without all that bling.

That's not to say that the Nancy is a subdued creation, but by keeping the crystals confined to the clasp ...

If you left a four-year-old girl alone with a perfectly good leather handbag, some gemstones, and a glue gun, you might expect to return to find something like the Senso. But I never imagined it'd be created by someone with the designer cred ...

It seems Prada's designers were having an identity crisis when they created this doctor bag, as it doesn't seem like it knows exactly what it wants to be.

Clear PVC is one of those el cheapo materials that should only be reserved for very specific accessories. ...

Just as Juliet swooned for her Shakespearian love, I'm feeling a bit heady as I look at the Romeo handbag from Clara Kasavina.

This isn't a purse for the faint of heart, but if you enjoy excess this may be the evening bag for you. I've ...

Love it or loathe it; there's no denying that this Maddalena Marconi evening clutch makes a big impression.

This Italian label isn't in the business of pleasing everybody. Instead it revels in opulence and ostentation, often at the expense of good taste. Like so ...

Lanvin takes the tribal look out of the African wilderness and onto the European runway with this contemporary Ketu shoulder bag.

The wooden beads give this purse its traditional ethnic feel, but the addition of crystals and luxe satin make it feel more high class. Bold ...

Prada keeps it simple with this elegant black leather crystal kisslock clutch.

There's a fine line between boring and simply chic, and sadly I think Prada has come down on the wrong side of things. The large faceted crystals on the kisslock clasp do their best ...

Judith Leiber is probably the accessory designer that I have the most tortured relationship with. Her animal-shaped clutches are sometimes elegant in an irreverent way and sometimes just plain ridiculous. The rest of her bags have a streamlined beauty that I find very appealing, but her prices are so outrageous that I ...

We're just leaving summer, but fashion is already looking ahead to colder weather. Nothing says winter like suede, and when it's dressed up like this it's downright irresistible.

The glammed up style comes from a shower of sparkling colored crystals. I love the way these tiny jewels pop against the soft black ...

I've been drooling over Marchesa's clutch purses on the red carpet for some time now, and the good news is that they've just been given an official release. The bad news is that they also sold out within hours.

It seems to be a sign that the recession is over, as ...

I really want to apologize for all the harsh criticism I have levied at Judith Leiber in the past. All those bedazzled animal clutches really aren't my thing, but she does what she does well. Not only that, she has also began to branch out into other clutch arenas, and the results ...

J. Tiras channels all the style of Judith Leiber with this crystal-covered Dottie purse.

Just like a Judith Leiber original, every inch of this gem covered barrel clutch sparkles. It's also got a healthy sense of humor with whimsical spots all over. Choose from playful pink spots on the jet black Dottie, ...

J. Furmani takes us back to fashion's golden age with this Designer Vintage Evening Bag.

The attention to detail is what really sets this purse apart. While so many labels think they can pass any frame bag with a kiss-lock clasp off as vintage, J. Furmani carefully replicates old-world glamour. The body ...

Betsey Johnson is back to what she does best with this Blingin' Tiger Tote from her Betseyville line.

Of course, for many bagistas Betsey Johnson's best is their worst nightmare. It takes a certain kind of girl to warm to this hotter than hot pink cotton canvas tote with its crystal accents. ...

Bourne delivers an alternative to fussy and frothy evening purses with the refreshingly minimalist Secile.

The Secile features a classic envelope style, rendered in snake print leather for a touch of the exotic. I say a touch, because this snake stamping is more subtle than many. It relies on texture rather than ...

I am going to have to get a little brutally honest here, so please bear with me. GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI, ARE YOU SERIOUS? This whole Che Guevara motif is so five years ago. Almost ten. I am not saying there's anything wrong with Che, I admire him as a man and as a ...

Whitney Houston is making headlines for all the wrong reasons these days as her comeback tour falls flat. Franchi's clutch bearing the same name is a much more together diva.

It looks like the sort of thing Ms Houston might have carried in her younger, more sober days, with its sleek metallic ...

There were so many bags to lust after in the original Sex and the City movie, but the one that really caught my eye was the Judith Leiber clutch carried by Charlotte's daughter. Lily's little strawberry cupcake purse may have sold out quickly, but the designer's now released another one which ...

Felix Rey's bridal collection shows a glitzier side to the brand. Gone is the beachside appeal, replaced with a healthy dose of bling!

The Madison is a clutch styled with modern brides in mind. The flap design and satin trim may be classic, but there's nothing traditional about the shiny chain mesh. ...

Okay, I won't lie. I've never really been a woman on the Judith Leiber bandwagon. I went to one of her stores in Las Vegas and was literally dumbfounded by the prices and the bizarre array of multicolored crystals. But, since there's an exhibit of her designs not ten blocks ...

Could this wallet really be a Lovcat creation? I had to look twice to believe it, as the Pinch Lock II looks like something I'd expect to see from Kathy Van Zeeland or Betsey Johnson.

But sure enough, the label has traded in its usual art deco sophistication to create ...

Unleash your inner Carrie Bradshaw carrying this fun Eiffel Tower bag from Timmy Woods. Sarah Jessica Parker turned heads toting this unique beauty in the original Sex and the City movie, and if you're got the money to spare so can you!

The Parisian icon is made from Acacia wood ...

Fashions come and fashions go, but classic looks remain. It's always fun to follow the fads, but if you're looking for a clutch to carry for years to come consider this beauty from Muska Milano.

The domed shape has a slight slouch thanks to the buttery-soft calf leather. The skin is subtly ...

Judith Leiber creates bags of unparalleled beauty, purses that are more than just fashion accessories. They're works of art. Just take a look at this proud peacock miniaudiere!

This majestic creature is made from multi-colored Austrian crystals and gemstones, painstakingly glued to create his vibrant feathers and three-dimensional body.

It opens by way of a push ...