As a thirty-something I tend to look down my nose at many youth lines. They often seem too cutesy, and too desperate to meet the approval of budding young fashionistas. Standing high above the the try-hards is Kensie Girl, a fashion house that makes me ...

What is the opposite of a purse with studs? Why, one with holes, of course!

Whilst we have seen the Diana clutch before, the Ariel edition takes it into new and unfamiliar territory. Those popular pointy studs that made the first version such a ...

Stylish lines and grommets to boot? The Kooba Montana tote has me sold!

OK, OK, so grommets are generally a winner for me. However, there is a fine line between using punk eyelets to make an impact, and going over the top and looking ridiculous! Thankfully ...

When I first found out about Reed Krakoff's new line, I honestly wasn't expecting much. Yes, I know that I'm the only one, but I'm just not that big a fan of Coach, and I sort of imagined a line full of brown, logo-covered bags. I ...

The synthetic patent leather of this Delisa clutch comes in a beautiful shade of midnight blue, and it is this that takes a relatively typical purse into evening bag territory.

Whilst the color is elegant, the detailing is more about the attitude. Many people will avoid an evening bag with grommets, as ...

Marc by Marc Jacobs dominates the young hipster demographic with his edgy, irreverent designs, and this studded derby bag is no exception. It's sure to spawn knockoffs from Macy's to Target and everywhere in between.

The genius of this little bag is that is combines badass rocker details with a petite, demure shape. ...

We'll call this bag rock and roll lite. It combines black leather, grommets and lacing detail in a way that would be tres risque on a pair of pants but settles in at decidedly non-threatening on a Michael Kors bag.

The Michael by Michael Kors Astor Shoulder Bag has the cute ...

Grommets tend to be an accent, giving a purse a little rock and roll edge without dominating the design. Hype has bucked that trend with the Riba, creating a tote that takes grommets out of the background and plants them firmly center stage.

Quite simply, this tote has grommets to spare. All ...

This rich looking Astor Grommet satchel from Michael Kors demands attention, with its slick snakeskin exterior and luxurious gold finish. And all your admirers will never guess just how affordable this designer bag is!

You'd expect a luxurious looking bag like this to cost thousands, but this stunning satchel retails for half the price. And ...