As I slog through my working week, the idea of sipping Mai-Tais by the pool in some Caribbean resort sounds pretty appealing. In reality I won't be taking off any time soon though, so this Mai-Tai clutch from Mary Frances may be the next best ...

The Scandinavian Design Center has created the perfect handbag for anyone who enjoys a tipple. The Baggy Winecoat allows you to take your favorite box wine with you wherever you need to go.

The creators assure us that it's very easy to use. ...

Given its name I'm not sure even Prezzo is taking its Novelty Bag seriously. If you're looking for excess, this evening purse delivers.

There's an awful lot going on here. The bag's body is made from quite a lovely tapestry fabric. In fact, I might have warmed to ...

Timmy Woods embraces her silly side with this Nails Cross-Body Bag.

Novelty purses like this are common place amongst the Timmy Woods collection, yet strangely I'm always taken aback by the flamboyance of the designs. Here the red color makes a real statement, as do the ...

I was just thinking, "The only thing my wardrobe is missing is a handbag shaped like a mouth."

OK, so I clearly wasn't thinking this. I doubt anyone was. Despite this, however, someone has clearly decided that having a gobby little purse is the next big thing, and from ...

Excuse the pun, but Mary Frances has really taken the biscuit with the doggy-themed Fetch clutch.

I know there are a lot of doggy people out there. People who love their pup more than life itself, who take part in dog shows and spend half the week ...

Mary Frances creates another cute and kitsch little number with this Call Me shoulder bag.

I'm used to novelty bags from Mary Frances, but this one is a bit more obvious than most. Dark beads and jewels create a retro style telephone, ...

Get your hands on a limited edition signed Timmy Woods clutch!

I know Easter isn't actually here yet, but doesn't the Laura clutch look like an Easter egg? Or maybe, a Fabergé? It certainly doesn't look like a handbag, which is how we know it is definitely one ...

Turtles. Is there anything better for cheering you up on a long and miserable Friday afternoon?

OK, so turtles aren't a particularly well known anti-depressant, but I think they should be. After all, who could deny the fact that there is something wildly happy about this silly little wristlet? ...

A purse from Timmy Woods that isn't shaped like an animal or a famous landmark? Remarkable! The novelty handbag specialist has abandoned her somewhat crazy roots with this design, although she definitely still achieves a modicum of ridiculousness!

The wooden base for this scrolled clutch makes for a luxury handbag ...

Bisadora has embraced its whimsical side with this fun Cloud bag.

Just as its name suggests, this playful purse is in the shape of a white, fluffy cloud. With handles as blue as the summer sky, this novelty bag might be just what you need to brighten up ...

Have you ever wished that you had a handbag with a lion on it? No? Well, maybe the Lioness with Stones clutch from Timmy Woods will make your realize what you nearly missed out on!

As always, this novelty clutch is in no way serious. It is designed ...

Lulu Guinness is renowned for her cute and kitschy accessories, and they don't get much cuter, or much kitschier, than this Doll Face cross body bag.

Yes, there may be something slightly creepy about carrying around what looks like a severed head, but I'm sure the ...

I've seen gourds used to make bowls and ornaments, but I'd never have imagined using the melon-like plants for purses! Snook N Company did though, and the results are the label's It's a Gourd collection.

Snook N Company take its eco-friendly ethos seriously. Each gourd is organically grown in the United States ...

If Judith Leiber's cupcake minaudiere from the original Sex and the City movie was a little rich for your tastes, consider this more affordable alternative from Timmy Woods.

Of course, affordable is a relative term in the designer handbag world. Many would be shocked to hear Timmy Woods charges $333 for ...

When someone suggested Timmy Woods designed a cosmetics bag, I doubt this is exactly what they meant!

Trust Timmy Woods to take something and turn it into a handbag. This lipstick, to be fair, is a lot more normal that her other designs, and a lot easier to imagine actually wearing. Forget the ...

Fendi has found a new way to gouge its customers with the launch of the Skin Bag. The concept is intriguing, but like so many high-end designer accessories its execution is a little off and its price is high.

The skin bag is sold "naked" in either bright yellow or dark ...

We are used to seeing exceptionally unusual novelty bags from designer Timmy Woods. Comparatively, this beaded tote is quite normal, quite subtle.

However, when you get up close to this purse, you realize that what looks from a distance like some form of embroidered patchwork is actually a huge amount of beading. Each ...

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 ...

Last year Timmy Woods fans went around with the funky Kris Kringle purse on their seasonally themed arms. This year the time has come for Bling Santa to have his reign!

OK, this is kind of terrible, that much is undeniable. But if spreading Christmas cheer and celebrating a great sense of humor ...

So they say that handbag dogs are the latest trend. I think they mean cute pocket sized chihuahuas, however, rather than a bag in the shape of a Boston Terrier!

OK, this purse is totally, undeniably ridiculous. But if you have a sense of fun then I'm probably not barking up the wrong ...

Timmy Woods does occasionally produce some genius bags. Lovingly constructed out of luxury materials, they are glossy and unusual and more like art than a handbag.

When not designing these purses, however, Timmy Woods has a strange fondness for novelty bags. With bags like this little Kris Kingle Christmas purse it is apparent that ...

When summer fails to be as hot as you had hoped, you will probably need a bit of a lift. This entertaining and novelty heart purse is just the thing to brighten your mood and bring some brand-name glitter to lazy summer evenings.

Mesh cases are guaranteed to add bling and dazzling shine to any bag, ...

We often talk about bags with a rock and roll attitude. Well here's one that really lives up that description from none other than Ashley M.

We expect novelty purses in this vein from the designer. The brand specializes in accessories that won’t appeal to everyone, but will wow a select ...

It may still be freezing in most parts of the world, but it won't be too long before this wintery weather turns warm. And when it does, you'd better be ready with the perfect beach bag. This cute Coach novelty tote could be a real contender.

This fun handbag features a summery straw background with ...