New spring and summer handbag designs have been drifting down recent fashion week runways on the arms and wrists of decked-out models, and the styles we've seen are as varied as the mind can imagine.

In a completely opposite vibe from Versace's "Alice in Wonderland" girl-fest of prints and color, celebrity favorite Proenza ...

Isaac Mizrahi's show at the recent New York Fashion Week was quite a production. The designer with a personality as fun and crazy as his schedule brought a little of his quirkiness to the runway.

Mizrahi's new styles floated and flounced down the catwalk through an elaborate set involving two staircases, a platform, ...

Earlier this summer, we learned about Jimmy Choo's decision to team up with the Sir Elton John AIDS Foundation for a capsule collection of flip-flops and handbags. The collaboration, which will benefit the Project PEP initiative, is still several months away from being in the hands of thoughtful shoppers ... or ...

The mayhem of New York Fashion Weekhas begun. Perhaps the buzz is even quieter than it has been in past years thanks to a continuing fashion recession (despite Anna Wintour's valiant efforts for revival at Fashion's Night Out), but it's still as interesting as ever to see what designers have been ...

Get ready to go "bananas", as Rachel Zoe would say. After many rumors and much discussion, the famous stylist to the stars is debuting her first fashion collection at New York Fashion Week.

In addition to what seems like an overwhelmingly stressful career seen on Bravo's reality show The Rachel Zoe ...

It seems that the recent brewing rumors about her questionable job security might have finally made an impact on the infamously unflappable Ms. Wintour. The renowned editor of Vogue magazine has allowed Morley Safer of CBS' long-running 60 Minutes to accompany her to some high-profile fashion week events including the Ralph Lauren runway ...

They might have more money than the rest of us, but even Hollywood style icons are tightening their designer belts in the financial crisis. Some of my favorite starlets shared their budget style tips at the recent New York Fashion Week.

Michelle Trachtenberg keeps her quirky style image ...

The fashion-following editors at New York Magazine recently gave us a compact version of the recent bag trends seen on the runway at the Big Apple's Fashion Week. Their quick slideshow highlights some of our favorite designers and gives fashionistas a peek at what's to come for handbags.

Expect more big bags ...

Fashion lovers have been in their element salivating over the catwalk looks from New York Fashion Week. All eyes are on London now, but it's hard to resist looking back at the week that was. Here are the top five trends to keep in mind when stocking up on new handbags for the cooler seasons, or recycling an old favorite!
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Bold, saturated colors are right on trend. Think vibrant amethyst, ruby red, or emerald green to brighten up those gloomy gray days. The Tory Burch suede T-Tote captures the look for everyday, while the woven Lauren Merkin Eve clutch glams up jewel tones for a night on the town.

I'm usually on the edge of my seat when Project Runway episodes air. Who doesn't enjoy the nonsensical drama, the behind-the-scenes look at the fashion design world, and the wise musings of guru Tim Gunn?

When New York Fashion Week rolls around, rumors and speculations run rampant about which favorites made it ...

Topshop is celebrating London Fashion Week by offering its customers free totes!

Between February 23 and 26, the British fashion retailer will give away limited edition Fashion Week totes. The canvas bags are designed by some of the United Kingdom's brightest fashion stars, including Richard Nicoll, Ann-Sofie ...

Runway models are usually just the vehicle for designers to best display their creative product. Rarely do these stylish walking mannequins produce the inspiration for the designer...except in one of the recent shows at New York Fashion Week.

Phillip Lim, one our favorite bag designers, met his model Tao Okamoto only ...

The Purse Blog has compiled some fabulous pictures of the new Marc Jacobs bags seen on the runway at Fashion Week. Though the models and the clothes usually get the most attention, this new handbag collection has a personality that stands out on its own.

Without a doubt, the quirky ...

To coincide with New York Fashion Week, Yves Saint Laurent has released a special limited edition unisex collection. The exclusive fashion range, designed by Stefano Pilati, will only be available this week from YSL's pop-up shop in The Bowery.

The look is inspired by Yves Saint Laurent's ...

Project Runway 4 winner Christian Siriano is preparing to launch his latest line at New York Fashion Week.

The collection is the result of a collaboration between footwear retailer Payless ShoeSource, but you can expect the pieces to be a lot sexier than sneakers. Christian Siriano has designed accessories and ...

We all salivate over the latest designer handbags and shoes, but since the financial crisis few of us have the cash to take one home. But why deprive yourself? Bergdorf Goodman's is serving up affordable luxury accessories which are just as delicious as the originals.

Tomorrow the Fifth Avenue ...

It seems everyone is feeling the pinch of the financial crisis, and that includes our favorite handbag designers. Marc Jacobs has already canceled its famous holiday party and Fashion Week bash, but desperate times call for even more desperate measures. So now the luxury label is ...