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 ...

Sondra Roberts embraces summer with this Cut-Out Tote from her SR Squared line.

The combination of natural toned woven raffia and poppy blue synthetic trim is perfect for warm weather use. It's cute and casual, the kind of look that's made for pairing with cut-off shorts ...

Who says you need to spend a fortune on a fun new handbag for spring? This Lily hobo from Melie Bianco is right on trend, and right on budget at $65.

I've often felt Melie Bianco's favored synthetics look a bit cheap, but there are no ...

Laser-cutting and mesh still seems to be quite high up the fashion designer's wish list for A/W 2010. The technique is expensive and effective, creating visually beautiful pieces that tend to come with accompanying very high prices.

The Prada Saffiano tote is no exception. In fact, it may well ...

Ooh, this bag is sexy. I suspect I am not the only girl who will see this designer tote with its sleek black lines and have that kind of reaction.

I can tell that I am going to have a hard time critically evaluating this hold-all. It is just too pretty. In fact, ...

Celebrity handbag lines are rarely inspiring, but Jessica Simpson has proven herself to be the exception to the rule with her affordable handbag collection.

The Karma satchel is the latest Jessica Simpson purse to catch my eye. I've long been enamored by the preppy appeal of cut-out fabric, but I've never seen ...

Prezzo is channeling an eighties vibe with this colorful stripy hobo.

Whilst the shape of this particular purse may actually hark back to sixties cut out handle designs, there is no denying the incredibly raving eighties inspiration going on here. Not only are the multicolored stripes leaning in that direction, but so are ...

With all the glitz and glamour of old-time Hollywood comes this Marilyn clutch from J. Tiras.

This is exactly the kind of purse I can imagine Ms Munroe carrying; the red satin body is bold yet elegant, and the tiny rhinestones covering the handle deliver a healthy dose of bling. Marilyn may ...

In a world of unisex styled messengers, this delicate Blossom bag from Mellow World really stands out.

Rather than the traditional flap-over style we've come to associate with messengers, this one features a simpler shape with pretty daisy cut-outs. These art-deco styled blooms are laid over a tan ramie background. The flowers ...

While I've been pleasantly impressed by Abas' tiny clutches, this plush Ella purse makes me drool.

I've seen Abas use these same elements before, from the opulent Italian leather to the realistic python embossing. But on this larger scale, and with the addition of modern cut-out handles, the label ups the sex ...

Get ready for spring with this delicate slouchy hobo from affordable designer Prezzo.

I am really fond of this smart design. What you see is a soft pastel fabric background, perfectly on trend for this season's favorite floral shades and pastel hues. Then on top of the canvas is a faux leather cutout pattern depicting ...

Jessica Simpson's latest purse brings a touch of the natural to an everyday tote.

Huge fancy decorations are one thing, but those bags aren't always suitable for casual functional everyday-wear. What you really need for carrying your bits and pieces is a neutral purse with some sexy characteristics: pretty, yet useful all the ...

This sassy little Lips clutch is from Beth Ditto's collection for Evans. It seems the curvy Gossip frontwoman has taken her cues from Lulu Guinness with this playful little number.

Pouting red lips are Lulu Guinness' trademark, but here they're given a whimsical makeover. The traditional scarlet shade is swapped for striking ...

Trust Hobo International to deliver another cute, classic accessory. The brand never really pushes the boundaries, but you can count on it to create the kind of handbags you'll want to carry season after season. The Maralyn is no exception, with its structured shape and compact design channeling vintage Hollywood style.

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Affordable brand Prezzo have done it again. This time the result is a retro purse that glows with vibrant desirable color. You can play it cool and sophisticated with the silver or gold variations, or go bold and beautiful with deep black or brightest red.

Patent leather is the most popular fabric on ...