Steve Madden reminds us what can happen when a cheap handbag goes bad with this Maya tote.

The Maya tries very hard to appeal to bagistas. Its design takes its cues from Hermes, although it's a far cry from any Birkin bag. Its quilted leopard print ...

Roger Vivier brings quilting into the 21st century with this New Prismic shoulder bag.

This purse offers a brilliant take on traditional diamond quilting. Rather than neatly dividing the leather body into regular diamond shapes, the New Prismic's stitches create a futuristic ...

Lulu Guinness offers up her iconic lip print with more subtlety than usual with this cute Emily purse.

You have to look closely to see the lips at all, but that's part of this cross-body bag's appeal. Rather than jarring blood red pouts Guinness has opted ...

Did we need another tote from Lily Waters? Probably not, but we've got it with the Tina.

The Tina joins Lily Waters other totes: the Isla, the Jodi, and the Tara. None of them are very revolutionary. They all have the same traditional ...

Gwen Stefani’s taken an uncharacteristically conservative approach to fashion with this Marlene satchel.

Ordinarily L.A.M.B.'s accessories feature loud Rasta inspired color schemes, neon colors, or checkerboards, but there's none of that flamboyance here. Instead the soft tumbled leather finish is classically rendered with diamond quilting. The black color ...

When I initially discovered Helena de Natalio's designs I was struck by their luscious leather finishes. Lately though I've learned there's another side to the label, one that's glitzier and more brash. That showier style is epitomized by the Grace.

While I ...

Ghibli gives the classic black and white color combination some retro flair with this Flap Satchel Bag.

I really like the playful way Ghbili has interpreted this traditional handbag style. Black hues are wardrobe staples, but Ghibli's added more interest by using matte leather and nubbly soft suede. ...

Franchi offers classic evening style for less with this Tania Napa Clutch.

A more cynical reviewer might say that we've seen it all before. But no matter how many times I see a high quality leather stitched with diamond quilting, it's impressive. The leather in this ...

Felix Rey's accessories have been a bit silly of late. Those smiling faces, cockatoos, and great big bows might have seemed whimsical at first, but all too quickly the line started to feel like a joke. Thankfully Felix Rey's toned things ...

Calvin Klein's created a classic satchel for the pack rats with the St. Moritz.

The satchel takes its name from a Swiss ski resort, but it seems more like a metropolitan miss than a snow bunny. There's no fur or knit, none of the ...

Betsey Johnson hopes to win our hearts with this playful Be Mine Again satchel.

I don't expect she'll impress anyone who isn't already a fan though, as this bag doesn't stray too far from her traditional loud and proud approach. The bag's ...

Rebecca Minkoff serves up her signature sophisticated style for new moms with this Marissa diaper bag.

This spacious tote has many of the hallmarks of Minkoff's modern accessories. The designer's fans will note the signature circle quilting and delicate golden studs. The finish makes the electric ...

Guess gets old school with this Prep School Bowler.

I haven't always been a fan of this fashion house's logo-heavy accessories, but I think it gets the balance right here. Of course the Guess logo is placed up front and center, but its scrolling script is ...

Bright yellow canvas brings some zing to this Spicy Sac from Dooney & Bourke.

This cheery fabric helps make this traditional bucket style bag seem much more interesting. Unfortunately it's let down though by its leather trim. While the cowhide is luxurious, its color ...

I haven't always been a Juicy Couture fan, but with this Gifting Bow clutch it's created the kind of purse I'd love to find underneath my Christmas tree.

Big bows like the one adorning this clutch are Juicy Couture staples. They're unashamedly ...

Big Buddha's encouraging high class women to consider animal-free leather with this Uptown Satchel.

Big Buddha tends to favor synthetics rather than real leather, but it's rare to find them as lovely as this one. While it's a bit thin the leatherette is very soft. It ...

Texan quilting boutique Oma's Quilts has added quilted handbags to its collection.

Oma's Quilts offers its handbags in range of colors and patterns. They follow the lead of established handbag designers like Vera Bradley and Lily Waters with their homespun charms and folky prints. ...

If The Row's $39, 000 alligator backpack can sell out, then perhaps this style of bags isn't strictly for students after all. Sonia Rykiel's clearly counting on it with the release of her Ligne Penelope.

This certainly isn't in The Row's league, but ...

Nine West turns up the glitz with this Sky Dive shopper.

The shiny gold finish on this shopper makes it difficult to ignore. Quilting ordinarily adds richness to any surface, but here it creates a puffiness that calls to mind winter bomber jackets. It's ...

Gustto brings some youthful flair to the traditional satchel with this Bonnie bag from its diffusion Miss Gustto line.

The Bonnie isn't a bad bag, but it's got a bit too much going on. I don't mind the diamond quilting which decorates the sage green faux ...

I've often admired the clean designs and high quality finishes of Gorjana's purses, but sadly this Thompson wallet has me feeling a bit flat.

The quality I love is still there. The pebbled lambskin is soft yet refined, and classic in basic black. But Gorjana doesn't really do ...

There's something really cool and modern about a lot of Stella McCartney's designs lately. Unfortunately, this quilted bowling bag just isn't the best example of her increasingly interesting aesthetic.

I always seem to have a bone to pick with McCartney's materials. It's definitely not because they're animal-friendly. I'm actually ...

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 ...

Fashion matriarch Coco Chanel once told us to always take one thing off before we leave the house. This sound tip has saved many a girl from looking overdone when they stepped out. It's a shame that Big Buddha didn't take this sage advice when ...

I really like the way Max Azria affordably interprets the trends with his diffusion label BCBGeneration. I think this Sophie satchel may be one of the cleverest yet.

Quilting often makes a material feel richer, whether it's leather or a satiny fabric as we see here. However the ...

If nothing else, Ed Hardy knows how to create a handbag that stands out. It nails that brief again with this Quiana carry on bag.

Travel bags are often quite bland, so I appreciate Ed Hardy for providing a point of difference. ...

They say that a leopard can't change its spots, but clearly no one told Vera Bradley. The label was once known for fairly kitschy fabric purses, but in recent seasons it's dabbled with more fashion forward designs. With this saddle bag from Vera ...

I have always questioned Stella McCartney's accessory design sensibility, but I'm beginning to come around. The Falabella line, in particular, isn't one of my favorites, but McCartney seems to have made some much-needed changes and the effects are fabulous.

The faux leather on this Falabella bag ...

There's no need to look at your watch. Betsey Johnson is quick to tell us that it's Cheetah Time!

I'm not sure whether I share Betsey's enthusiasm, but I certainly can't ignore her barrel bag. That hot pink color is practically iridescent, ...

It might not quite have me on my knees, but I've fallen hard for Big Buddha's Layla.

I can't help thinking of the Matelasse bags as I take in the quilting on the Layla. Just as Miu Miu did before, Big Buddha's stepped outside the ...

Rebecca Minkoff brings her modern aesthetic to some classic quilting with this Kiss convertible clutch.

The Kiss' leather body features contemporary geometric quilting. The look is a lot funkier than the usual diamond stitching we typically see, especially with those screw-style studs thrown into the mix. ...

Yves Saint Laurent has reinvented its iconic Rive Gauche Tote, and I think it's a change for the better.

I've always thought the Rive Gauche was a bit pedestrian, but the new model's box quilted surface helps it really stand ...

Donna Sharp creates a fun bag for girls on the go with the Pauline.

There are little surprises here for Donna Sharp devotees. The finish, with its mix of plain, paisley, plaid, and polka-dotted patches, is classic Donna Sharp. All those different patterns could ...

If you like Kate Spade or DKNY style but, like me, can't afford to own one of their handbags, then you need something inspired by classic designer looks - but much cheaper. The Aldo Kemfort is just the ticket!

The quilted synthetic body and cute polka dot ...

What's this? A Juicy Couture that isn't made of velour, covered in sequins and slogans, or accented in sugary pink? Say it isn't so!

In fact, if I didn't know better I'd never pick this as a Juicy Couture wallet if it were in ...

Kate Spade reinvents the classic quilted flap bag for the space age with her Gold Coast Evangeline shoulder bag.

This purse takes its cues from the classic designs of Chanel, with its turn-lock clasp, front flap, quilting and chain handle. ...

Big Buddha seems to have taken inspiration from the world of art when creating this Monet clutch. Do you think it's a masterpiece?

I think the potential for greatness was there, but it's too complicated to really impress me. I really like the volume that the ...

Anya Hindmarch seems to be having sort of an aesthetic crisis. Her most recent designs have been mostly interesting, but they've been all across the spectrum. This Fergus clutch is a little more sparkly and a little less girly than her designs have been lately, but ...

The coral colored leather and delicate studded quilting we fell for on the Hudson clutch has been used to great effect on Gorjana's Hudson shoulder bag.

There's a time and a place for clutches, but this bigger shoulder bag should suit more occasions. It's larger but ...

Get set for summer with this casual Bahama tote from Big Buddha.

I really like Big Buddha's relaxed treatment of this classic tote style. Quilting is typically reserved for luxurious leather, but Big Buddha gives the diamond treatment a more relaxed feel. The frayed canvas edges ...

Wear a bow in a different way with this Felix Rey clutch.

I am going to hold my hands up now and say that this cute quilted clutch, whilst perhaps a little overly sweet, is at the same time totally adorable. It isn't often ...

Ooh, quilting and art deco inspiration? This cute clutch has both, and as such I love it!

Lauren Merkin has really pushed her boundaries with the Iris clutch. It is totally different from anything she has done before, and it really works. OK, so some people ...

Vera Bradley's put her inimitable stamp onto the traditional kiss-lock clasp coin purse with this Double Kiss.

We've all seen so many purses that look just like this, but I'm still strangely drawn to Vera Bradley's take. It's part of her new ...

iSkin turned our heads with its sophisticated and high-tech Aura iPad cases, and it's impressed us again with its latest feminine line. The Q.West collection combines the fashion-forward, feminine looks we crave with all the practicality we demand.

The Q.West accessories look oh so cute ...

Sara Berman creates the sort of purse you just want to reach out and touch with this Dylan Make-Up bag.

The Dylan is made from luxuriously supple sheepskin, which only appears softer in this weathered antique finish. Sara Berman also offers more traditional matte ...

Coral was THE big color of last season, but has rather been ignored in the current catwalks. It is a shame, as this color is unusual and dramatic, and actually this Gorjana clutch would work well with all the new trends.

Those trends include brocade, and other luxury themes. ...

All too often iPad cases are masculine and downright boring. Reveal has recognized that girls love the Apple gadgets too, and has created the Techxy Mobile Accessories Collection, a new line of iPad sleeves designed for these discerning fashionistas.

The Seattle based label has created ...

Luba J looks to inject a bit of edgy style into our evening wardrobes with this Lola evening bag.

She's not quite a showgirl, but this is a purse that demands to be gazed at. Purple is always a head-turning shade, but the crackled ...

When it comes to Lily Waters, we always know what we're going to get. She's like Vera Bradley's more outgoing sister, using quilted materials in delightfully clashing prints to create purses that are sweet and smart. With the Heather we see Lily Water turn her ...

After reviewing the sickly sweet pink Matelasse zipper clutch earlier in the week, I was really beginning to lose faith in Miu Miu, again. The line is unreliable, to be sure, but for the most part, the Matelasse bags are fabulous. This edgy black leather ...