B. Makowsky's ditched his usual leather for fabric to create this casual Ollie satchel.

While soft materials are often regarded as leather's poor cousins, I don't feel shortchanged by the fabric. Its weathered finish reminds me of denim, and it shares the same casual appeal. The ...

Its name conjures up images of eating ice-cream by the Jersey Shore, but Nixon's Boardwalk is really a bag for all seasons.

It takes its cues from traditional hobos, but it downplays the style's typical boho leanings. There are no tassels or beads to tizzy up the design. ...

Roxy shows us it's still kicking with this Still Alive cross-body bag.

This looks like a bag that puts practicality first. An array of pockets dominates the finish, leaving little room for stylish accents. I wish Roxy had used more creativity when integrating these ...

I've long admired Jalda's clutch purses, with their contemporary designs and high quality materials. What a shame that designing flair didn't translate to this much larger Paula satchel. It's got some solid elements, but sadly it falls flat for me.

Let's start with the positives. That blue Italian ...

With its lack of frills and bows this Frye cross-body has a masculine appeal. But while it may look a little tough, Frye assures us it's a big softie!

OK, perhaps Frye christened this bag for its buttery weathered leather rather than its demeanor. But either way, it's ...

Roxy has really blossomed as a fashion house in recent years. When once it was the go to brand for beach-loving babes, these days its accessories are ideal for any fashionista on a budget. While the label's bags are affordable, the label rarely skimps on style. No ...

With winter chills upon us, we tend to forget about surf brands like Roxy. That's a shame, because with the Camden satchel the label creates the kind of purse that will serve you well no matter what the season.

The Camden is one of those rare bags which offers the ...

Once the go-to line for beach bags and summer accessories, these days Roxy is showing us what it can do away from the sea shore. Stylish handbags like this Swiss Miss cross-body have almost become the norm for Roxy, and I for one am thrilled at the new direction. I just ...

I must be in the mood for weathered leather handbags. The Betsey Johnson Made In The Fade satchel recently caught my eye, and now this leather-like Steve Madden Rock Wash bag has me even more interested.

The Rock Wash's finish might not be quite as laid-back, rocker-esque as some handbags out there, but it offers a ...

I've come to expect anything from retro to rocker to downright kooky from Betsey Johnson. When she's not talking to the media about her desire to retire, this popular designer is busy creating styles to fit a variety of tastes.

Edgy rock-and-roll is definitely a look we've seen from Betsey Johnson before in ...