Michelle Kline offers an alternative to mass-produced, mass marketed bags with her fashion label xobruno.

The accessories from xobruno are handcrafted in Kline's adopted home of Portland, Oregon. The line's moniker pays tribute to her grandmother's maiden name. It's a fitting homage as Nana Kline taught Michelle how to thread ...

The Halloween themed bags are coming thick and fast. Just days after we introduced you to ChicoBag's Reusable Trick or Treat Tote Bag, Doves Nest Design has released another contender for your holiday dollars. The company has launched this fun new Candy Monster Bag, which appears ...

Seamstress Julia Okun offers an alternative to mass-produced purses with the hand-crafted bags from her line, Rennes.

The Boston native is involved in every aspect of the creation process, from drafting the design to completing the final stitch. This hands-on approach ensures that each bag is of exceptional ...

Clearly Kirsten James ascribes to the theory that if you want a job done right, you need to do it yourself. This former NASA engineer forged a new career in accessories when she couldn't find the right diaper bag for her new baby. It was a ...

Like it or not, with American West, we always know what we we're going to get. The label fiercely clings to its country heritage with hand-tooled leather accessories like the Harvest Moon.

It's easy to insult a bag like this. It is ...

Proud Mary is the latest company empowering women in need around the globe through the creation of eco-friendly accessories and homewares.

From its base in Charlestown, South Carolina, Proud Mary employs artisans in Guatemala and South Africa. The women working at local weaving cooperatives and ...

The new handbags from Feel Handmade don't just feel as if they're handcrafted; they actually are!

The new line is the brainchild of hudband and wife designers Joshua Karl and Erin Kaleel. Every purse in their collection is made from luxury materials hand-pieced together to ensure their quality. ...

New York label LAYERxlayer reminds us that bigger isn't always better. By keeping its operations small, design team Patrick and Leah offer the kind of attention to detail that the major labels often miss.

Patrick's background in architecture and Leah's in industrial design combine to create bags and ...

Fair trade handbag label Bolingo Bags has just released a new holiday collection to celebrate the end of 2010. The purses feature exotic skins in playful, seasonal shades.
"There's no better way for the discriminating woman to enhance her holiday look than with an ostrich and crocodile ...

Australian fashion label Mingus Designs combines whimsical designs and eco-friendly practices with its collection of green handbags and scarves.

The purses are made from sustainable materials including hemp, linen, and organic cotton, and then accented with upcycled leather. Many purists believe leather has no place in green design, but by recycling ...

Australian label Mercurialist offers an antidote to faddish It bags with its new accessories collection inspired by the old world and art of invention. The brand sees the beauty in what is weathered and worn, the story of an object and its journey.

Mercurialist's purses feature edgy distressed leathers and dark ...

In case you hadn't noticed, satchels are fashionable yet again this season. The High Street and all the big designers are adding their interpretations into the mix, with results that come in all colors, textures and shapes. If you just want something simple, classic and elegant, however, then why not opted for ...

Colorado based designer Annie O. Waterman celebrates traditional Peruvian materials and helps the women of South America rise above their circumstances with her colorful accessories range. Annie O's collection features hand-embroidered purses, scarves, belts, jewelry, and other fashion items all made in accordance with Fair Trade practices.
More than just accessories, ...

Fledgling label FuchstBags is turning heads with its sophisticated range of handmade purses. The line is the work of Mandy Ng, who says the brand's name is an abbreviation of her bags' greatest attributes: functional, chic, and stylish!

FuchstBags are made to suit the lifestyles of real women, from the small ...

It has been a while since I wrote about a really odd handbag, but as it is Friday I thought I would share my latest find.

Novelty handbags are always a little odd, and this cat-shaped baguette isn't breaking that pattern! Constructed out of thick hand-sewn leather panels, this really is a whole ...

While most high-end designers are looking to summer and sunshine, smaller handbag designers know that the chill of winter weather isn't leaving us any time soon.

One such brand is Felted 4 Ewe, a unique label founded by New Hampshire's Betsy McDermott, and her daughters-in-law, Sandy and Kara.

The trio uses traditional ...

A starring role in the Twilight movie made Stitch & Swash bags an overnight sensation. Seattle designer Angie Bowlds has been inundated with orders since Bella Swan, played by Kristen Stewart, carried a Stitch & Swash tote in the cult vampire film.
"It's an everyday bag that's easy to ...

Sometimes we fancy a little luxury. On days such as this, Fontanelli handmade luxury handbags are just the thing - decadent, detailed and more than a little bit sumptuous.

This particular handbag would be perfect for dark and beautiful evenings out, although be careful not to combine it with dresses or outfits that ...

Urban fashion label Great China Wall is famous for creating edgy clothes with punk rock style. Now its branched out into accessories, releasing a handbag collection which is more classic than cutting-edge.

From the spacious shoppers and totes to smaller wallets and pouch clutches, Great China Wall ...