Kitschy minaudieres from designers like Kathrine Baumann and Timmy Woods are certainly unique but not exactly what I picture spending hard-earned cash on for this type of ornamental jewelry-like bag. Swarovski-encrusted Barbie heads and shiny Santa faces might be quirky and whimsical but aren't necessarily my style.

The debut line of luxury minaudiere ...

Forget about the practicalities. This satin clutch by Maddalena Marconi is simply a thing of beauty.

Its Italian pedigree shows in the design, which is dramatic without being ostentatious. The elements could have so easily been overworked, but this purse is styled with stunning restraint. A ring of Swarovski crystals pops against ...

Shrinking violets need not apply. This daring designer bag from Dolce & Gabbana is so striking, you'll need catwalk confidence to pull off this look.

The first thing you'll notice is those feathers. They're so outrageous and long, they take this simple nude bag from drab to fab!

That's not to say that the ...