I've always found Fossil's contemporary collections a bit hit and miss, so I'm thrilled that it's gone back into the vault and reinvented many of its classic designs with its Vintage Re-Issue range. Bags like this Turnlock Cross-Body are the reason why I'm ...

Just like the soulful singer that shares its name, this Elliott Lucca Adele clutch is a real hit.

The Adele is the sort of purse that you could happily carry anywhere, and it'd never look out of place. The turnlock clasp and flap over design are ...

Carla Mancini gives us all of the exotic good looks of python without the high-end price tag with this Amalfi clutch.

I'm not always a fan of exotic leathers, as far too often they seem to miss the mark. But in basic black, the Amalfi does ...

This season's Marc by Marc Jacobs line has been a little touch and go. Some of the bags have been a little cheap and cheesy, but this Hairy Turnlock Helena Hobo is understated and practical, despite its not so elegant name.

The smooth black suede on the Hairy Helena has a very short ...

While so many designers pander to passing trends, Etienne Aigner remains true to the classics. This Hyde Park satchel might not push the fashion envelope, but its structured good looks will stand the test of time.

If you've been wowed by the vintage fashions ...

Just like Queer Eye for the Straight Guy's resident fashion expert, this Carson clutch can easily give any outfit the lift it needs.

This is the kind of clutch that begs to be held. It's small enough to easily fit in your palm, and its wave embossed leather is super soft and ...

Miu Miu is a fabulous line, but sometimes I find its work to be inconsistent. It usually stays right on the edge of trendiness, but sometimes it veers off into almost tasteless territory. I, for one, am seriously disappointed by the design of this patent leather turn-lock bag.

First of all, the pale ...

Anya Hindmarch has been disappointing me, lately. It was beginning to seem like she only made canvas tote bags with cheesy prints on them. So, the simplicity and stylishness of this Rosslyn clutch was a nice, and very welcome, surprise.

The color of this clutch instantly attracted me to it. The ...

Donna Karan's diffusion line, DKNY, has been bring trends to the masses for decades. Women love Karan's casually chic design sensibility, and thrifty fashion mavens love the lower prices of the DKNY line. This shopper is a high quality leather alternative to the leather totes of pricier lines.

The pebbled red leather is ...

I'm used to seeing edgy accessories which ooze New York attitude from the Big Apple's Rebecca Minkoff. But she's not all edges and angles. With this Belle clutch, Rebecca Minkoff tips her hat to classic vintage style.

The scaly skin we see here isn't authentic alligator, but embossed leather. Purists may turn ...

With the Marta, Helena de Natalio brings us the kind of clutch that doesn't need a red carpet to shine.

While so many clutch purses only suit after five wear, the simply chic styling of the Marta make it just as appropriate for daytime use. The lush Argentian leather needs little embellishment, ...

Bodhi gets retro with this striking Pebble Cross-Body Bag.

The style is classic, with its fold-over flap and grainy pebble leather finish. But there are a few quirks which make this purse unmistakably Bodhi. The real feature is the turnlock closure, a vintage accent gone large. I've often criticized designers who've opted ...

Here we see that oh-so-familiar signature Coach print utilised on a teeny tiny wristlet.

I am actually very fond of this monochrome sixities inspired graphic print, and I do think it works quite well on such a small handbag. On big handbags there is the potential for a dramatic print like this to ...

With Christmas just around the corner, we're all trying to tighten our belts and resist those splurges. You can get more value for your dollar with this convertible clutch from Jessica Jensen.

This purse converts from a regular flap clutch to a shoulder bag just by adding a strap. The concept isn't ...

If spring is set to be the season where practicality rules, perhaps we'd better get a jump on the trend with Hayden-Harnett's Sonia tote.

While style hasn't exactly been forgotten, this is definitely a purse that puts the practical first. The exterior is simply adorned with just a smattering of round ...

It might be called a duffel, but this Kooba Riley is like no duffel bag that I've ever seen.

The traditional cylinder shape is gone, replaced with a chic angular design. Handy side pockets flare out to create the contemporary look, complemented by the modern lines of the large front pocket. The ...

Hobos aren't a handbag you traditionally associate with private schools and Ivy Leaguers, but that's exactly what I'm reminded of when I look at the Vanessa Bryn Mawr from Kate Spade.

That's not to say the purse oozes the sort of luxury most of us could only dream of. The leather and ...

Diesel claims you'll never want to let its Lock In Embrace door satchel go. While that level of love may be a little excessive, this is one of the better bags we've seen from the brand.

Diesel is known for its contemporary accessories which tap into modern trends. Yet often the brand ...

The Los Cabos from Sondra Roberts is for girls who favor bold modern looks rather than feminine vintage styles.

This purse is bold, but definitely not brassy. Hardware is kept to a minimum, with the textured leather drawing all the compliments. This turquoise blue clutch screams the loudest, placing it squarely in ...

Like so many of us, Elie Tahari seems enamored with turnlock closures. We saw the feature in his Tamar satchel, and now it’s available in hand-held form in the Elysha clutch.

When I reviewed the Tamar I mentioned that the closure's size and complementary finish gave it a gaudy, overdone ...

Elie Tahari offers his take on the popular turnlock satchel with the Tamar.

The richly textured pebbled leather is chic and stylish, but I can't say the same for the turnlock front pocket. It should be an elegant addition, but its size makes it look a little gaudy. The black finish ...

The Hayden-Harnett Lorca bag can effortlessly make the transition from chic daytime purse to ready-to-party evening bag.

The Lorca is one of Hayden-Harnett's original styles, and it's not hard to see why it continues to be so popular. The finish is a little slouchy, giving the Lorca an irresistible relaxed vibe. Long ...

Marc Jacobs hit gold with his Turnlock series of bags. The popular collection ranges from satchels to clutches and offers just about every color you can possibly think of for a purse. If you can imagine it, it's probably available in Turnlock. 

That's why it was no surprise to me to run across ...

Get the holiday fun rolling with a splash of bright green. Mulberry's Maggie bag will definitely add some color to your day. This line of handbags from the British designer is not for blending into a crowd. You'll get many glances with the eye catching color, but you'll have everyone green with envy.

The spazzalato leather of ...