Donald J Pliner's created a great everyday hobo in the Logan.

In many ways this is a hobo like so many others, but there are a few key details that have turned my head. I love the way Donald J Pliner has taken the ...

I wouldn't say that I mind Susan Farber's usual feminine styling, but if I see another of her bags covered in ruffles and frills I think I might scream. So I'm thrilled to see the designer taking a less saccharine approach with this ...

It takes a certain girl to pull off pink. And if you're that girl, I'm sure this Sabrina Satchel from Joe's Jeans will be right up your alley.

To be fair, this isn't an over the top girly girl purse. Its pink color is bright but ...

Rebecca Minkoff serves up one of the nicest addictions I've ever heard of with this glazed leather satchel.

This is one of those rare handbags that look modern without relying on the trends for inspiration. Tasseled zipper pulls and geometric stitching work well with the classic ...

Be & D shows its more elegant side with this sophisticated Loewy bag.

We rarely see Be & D showing such design restraint. The whipstiching around the flap looks positively tame compared to the ruffles and studs the label tends to decorate with. The beach tone ...

Fossil seems to have taken inspiration from the world of Hollywood when it created the Hathaway shopper. But just like the decision to hand Anne Hathaway the Oscars' co-hosting job, this is one shopper that appeared better on paper.

I assume that Fossil decided to treat its leather ...

Charles David takes an uncharacteristically no nonsense approach with this Griffith Half Flap Bag.

I'm used to admiring unusual designs from Charles David, so I almost passed this bag over. That would have been a mistake though, because classic purses like this ...

Anne Klein reminds us that the most appealing bags aren't always the ones that scream the loudest with this Classico Crossbody bag.

Its name obviously comes from Anne Klein's classic design approach. This purse is pleasantly free of frills and frippery, but that doesn't mean it's ...

I fell instantly for the gorgeous jungle green leather of this shoulder bag, but there's a lot more to love about this BCBG Max Azria purse than its pretty color.

That hue helps to make this ...

I'm not sure it's the beauty that its name suggests, but there is something very appealing about this slate gray Bella hobo from Ellington.

The Bella's beauty is more Cate Blanchett than Beyonce. There's a subtlety to it; the glazed leather gives it a hint of gloss, but ...

Rebecca Minkoff sends our expectations sky high with the provocatively named Rapture satchel.

I don't know about you, but I didn't exactly have a rapturous response when I spied this carryall. It looks nice enough and all, but its conservative tones and subdued details didn't inspire ...

Australian designer Oroton does things best when it keeps things simple. This Alpine Gather Hobo delivers everything we'd expect from this boho bag style, with a lot more class.

This is a new twist on Oroton's popular Alpine handbag design, but it's also a subtle one. ...

Treesje gives us a large tote with plenty of style in the Huntley.

Its name is a little bit preppy, but its style is much more approachable with modern vertical pleats emphasizing the quality of the luxury Italian leather. This plush skin has been glazed to create a sheen that is more ...

Giani Bernini shuns the trends and opts for something more traditional with its glazed leather flap satchel.

Honestly it's the sort of bag I'd overlook, if it wasn't such a necessary part of any girls wardrobe. While fashion forward bags might work for a season or two if you're lucky, the classic ...

Oversized clutches can be a bit of a problem child for handbag designers. You need them to look great and have lots of space, but at the same time you need them to be easy to carry. I think Rampage has done quite well in meeting both of these requirements with this ...

Hobo International creates a wallet with real style in the Della. Rather than hide it away inside a handbag, I'd rather show it off clutch-style.

As part of Hobo International's Vintage range the Della is classic style all the way. The gentle pleats make the most of the glazed leather, emphasizing the ...

Hobo International opts for classic style with the Gabrielle hobo, a chic and simple bag from the brand's Vintage collection.

The crescent shape and slouchy silhouette are the cornerstones of the hobo. These days we're seeing more designers tweaking the style, which actually makes Hobo International's traditional approach seem all the more ...

Kooba combines classic good looks with a dash of modern style for this Millie shoulder bag.

At first glance, this Kooba bag doesn't appear too different from a million others you'd see in the fashion mags. The glazed leather is lovely to be sure, but it's not very unique. But look closer ...

Hype shows us that wearing a cross-body bag doesn't mean you have to downsize with the Janice.

This is a large satchel with buttery-soft glazed leather that slouches in all the right places. There's a lot going on here, with laced grommets down the sides and a textured center panel with knotted ...

Miu Miu really runs the gamut from super weird, almost unwearable garments to super ladylike, ultra-elegant pieces. This Bugatti Glazed leather tote is of the latter variety, and it is a lovely example, at that.

The off-white glazed leather adds a striking appeal to a demure, feminine style. The shape of the bag ...

Hobo International is known for its simplicity and quality rather than super innovative designs, but this Maria Vintage bag manages to reach into the past for inspiration while keeping a sleek, contemporary feel to it.

It's certainly not the type of purse you buy because you just can't imagine passing it up and ...

Foley + Corinna have given a modern twist to the traditional flap purse with the Much Clutch.

While the moniker may suggest an overworked clutch with bells and whistles galore, nothing could be further from the truth. Instead the design is simple, with the oversized angular flap creating a modern silhouette. Glazed ...

Girls on the go are sure to appreciate the Estola shoulder bag by Gustto. The secret is the styling, which is contemporary and timeless all at once.

It's free from bells and whistles, so it never looks overworked no matter what the occasion. Yet that's not to suggest that there's no style. ...

With its cute little name, I expected something more petite and girly from the Gaby. Instead it's an oversized satchel with a cool, casual, attitude.

The oversized zipper pulls and retro curves remind me of Chloe's Bay Bag, but unlike that celebrity favorite this Hype satchel doesn't come with a four-figure ...

Sometimes less really is more, and that's definitely the case with Furla's Giglio Shopper. It doesn't take a lot of risks, but there's something so refreshing about its simplicity.

A little contrast stitching is the only embellishment needed for the spicy red leather exterior. The calfskin is glazed, toning it down and ...

Zac Posen can inject a little style and security into your everyday with the Chelsea Lock tote.

The glazed grain leather is luxuriously soft, giving the tote a relaxed slouch. The cobalt blue shade may seem a little dramatic for conservative tastes at first, but when you see how good it looks ...

It's a commonplace to say so, but it's really hard to go wrong with Valentino. I mean, if you can afford him, that is. His combination of elegant invention and timeless design turns everything he touches into an instant classic, and the Nuage hobo is certainly no exception.

The traditional hobo shape is ...

The Rebecca tote from Lauren Merkin is one of those rare handbags that gives you a fashion forward look every day. It's reserved enough to suit the office, while having enough individual style for your weekend.

Glazed leather is always luxurious, and this saddle brown shade really shows it off. The black ...

Price conscious purse lovers will fall for the no fuss charms of Kenneth Cole's Glaze of the Week handbag.

The design is simple, with a rounded rectangular body and front flap closure. The glazed leather has a sexy sheen to it, and with nothing else to draw our eyes the fabric can ...

The chic urban styling of the Kenneth Cole Wavy Train satchel will catch your eye, but it's all that usable space inside which will make it a wardrobe staple.

This gorgeous purse is made from natural grained leather, accented with a smooth wave pattern. For such a small detail, it makes such ...

Foley + Corinna, while still relatively new on the designer circuit (circa 1999), are already renowned for creating high-fashion, high-quality designs at reasonable prices. The affordability of the line, however, has not tarnished their good name in the eyes of connoisseurs of fine handbags.

The Jet Setter, for example, has been featured on ...