Serpentine scales make the Salini hobo from Jalda a very refined creature.

The embossed scales are significantly larger than we typically see on snake-style bags. Jalda says the bolder finish is inspired by anacondas, and I've never been close enough to one of these jungle giants to argue! ...

It might be some 45 years since Diane Keaton's striking heroine hit screens in Woody Allen's romantic comedy, but Annie Hall continues to be one of pop culture's most enduring style icons. CC Skye pays tribute to this fashion pioneer with ...

Ralph Lauren helps us add a touch of luxury to our everyday lives with this Harbridge Hobo.

The soft curves and slouchy silhouette are classic hobo, but the snake-embossed surface makes it feel more sophisticated than the average. It's not the most convincing cobra mimic, but ...

Hobo International shows its claws with this Lola Shoulder Bag.

Hobo International tends to favor matte leathers, so this leopard printed skin comes out of the blue. As if it wasn't already wild enough, Hobo International has also treated the skin with a delicate ...

Cole Haan serves up traditional design with a touch of the exotic in this Hayden Charlott Satchel.

This satchel has the structured design and clean lines of the most sophisticated handbags, but its exotic finish is what really makes it special. A large lizard ...

Comme des Garcons serves up a fun take on classic polka dots with this embossed purse.

Designers have been embossing leather for ages, adding texture and mimicking exotic skins. So perhaps it was only a matter of time before someone decided to ...

Exotic lovers claim that there's no substitute for the real thing, but I think this Josie wallet from Abas might make them change their minds.

It might not be made of real python skin, but the leather on the Josie is every bit as beautiful, particularly ...

Zara Terez keeps it simple with this convertible Mediano shoulder bag.

This purse reminds me of so many clutches from the Lauren Merkin stable, with its curved flap and soft, gently pleated body. But it's given its own personality with a choice of exotic ...

As a handbag lover, it's only natural for the big names like Prada, Valentino, and Versace to set my heart racing. But all too often it feels like these famed fashion houses don't deserve my admiration. This embossed leather hobo is one of those times ...

Kara Ross hopes you'll adore her Adora Clutch. But before you start swooning, remember that not all Adoras are created equal.

I've fallen for the delicate lizard embossing and sophisticated electric blue shade of this Adora, but the rest fail to inspire me. The cream and ...

Fossil has created an affordable and stylish purse for far less than we'd expect to pay with this Talita clutch.

Fossil has always represented great value, but I was still surprised to see this purse priced at a budget friendly $50. That's a small price to pay for ...

The Alexander McQueen line makes a lot of fabulous knuckledusters and a lot of fabulous box clutches. They each have their own signature edgy charm, but the Hell's Knuckleduster might be both the edgiest and most elegant at the same time.

The sleek oval shape of the Hell's Knuckleduster is streamlined, ...

Just like Queer Eye for the Straight Guy's resident fashion expert, this Carson clutch can easily give any outfit the lift it needs.

This is the kind of clutch that begs to be held. It's small enough to easily fit in your palm, and its wave embossed leather is super soft and ...

Ananas shows us the potential in purses that are simple and small with the Ewa Waist Pack.

I must admit, at first this purse almost passed me by. Its smooth oversized wooden closure catches the eye, but there isn't a lot behind it. Its shape is fairly unremarkable, and its brown leather ...

After months of being disappointed by Anya Hindmarch's cutesy canvas totes, I am starting to get really excited about her accessories again. The Maeve is a minimal, feminine shoulder bag that manages to be both fashion-forward and restrained at the same time.

The black leather has Hindmarch's trademark bow embossed on ...

What an appropriate name this Temptation clutch from Lodis has. This reptilian beauty definitely has me salivating!

It's such a simple clutch really, with its frame top and chic silver clasp. But it's the finish on the leather that's really revving my engine. The scaly embossing is so sophisticated, a worthy equal ...

This Whiting & Davis design is truly a unique find. With its combination of texture, material, and vibrant color, the Lizzy Clutch makes for one fun, little evening bag.

The overall silhouette is fairly typical for a clutch. However, the structured and geometric V-shaped closure and bottom panel that meets in the ...