This is the first in a series of articles introducing you to the vintages styles of different eras, and showing you some of the best vintage inspired handbags on the market. To begin with, the brilliant era of life-changing politics and dramatic prohibition that produced flapper girls - the fabulous 1920s.

The 1920's, especially from 1925 onwards, were known as the "roaring 20s", and as such is characterized by the Charleston, evenings spent dancing despite the alcohol prohibition, and women rebelling against repression. There probably were day bags, but the real prized possessions to accompany complex flapper dresses and elegant feather boas were the delicate beaded art deco evening bags.

The contents of your handbag are as important as the bag itself. I'm not talking about your makeup, countless receipts and your diary. Instead, I mean things like your check book holder, cute wallet, and kitsch coin purse.

The Anuschka check book case is just the sort of high class handbag content that I ...

Messenger bags often get a raw deal in the style stakes, as designers look to functionality over frills. While this Peacock Messenger Bag isn't exactly red-carpet ready, it's likely to turn a few heads in the classroom or office.

Signature prints often look a little obnoxious covering accessories, but I don't mind ...

Have you been lusting after Judith Leiber bags while contemplating the bills piling up? Look no further than this La Regale evening purse to satisfy your cravings. It delivers all the pizzazz of a high-end designer handbag, and costs less than $100.

The satin exterior is encrusted with colorful glass beads ...

Judith Leiber creates bags of unparalleled beauty, purses that are more than just fashion accessories. They're works of art. Just take a look at this proud peacock miniaudiere!

This majestic creature is made from multi-colored Austrian crystals and gemstones, painstakingly glued to create his vibrant feathers and three-dimensional body.

It opens by way of a push ...

Release your wild side with this beautiful hand-painted shoulder bag by Anuschka.

The colorful motif conjures the dangerous beauty of the jungle, with leopard spots, tiger and zebra stripes, and peacock feathers. The bold design is set against warm brown calf leather, which feels so soft and supple.

Girls on the go will love all the ...