Most fashion houses have a clear design vision, but Maxx New York’s accessories are much more eclectic than that. I never know what I’m going to get, and that’s not always a good thing. The label’s Spencer Chain Hobo is yet another bag which leaves me scratching my head.

I just can’t figure out what Maxx New York was aiming for here. The Spencer is a hobo, but it bears little resemblance to the slouchy boho-chic purses favored by today’s flower children. Its shape is more like a satchel, and while the material is soft it’s not exactly slouchy. The nylon body has a sporty look; it’s just the kind of fabric I’d expect to see on a gym bag. But then Maxx New York takes the Spencer in another, more sophisticated direction with the addition of rich gold chain handles.

Needless to say, I’m confused, but at least the Spencer makes good inside. It’s generously sized, with a plethora of synthetic trimmed pockets to boot. If anything it’s too big for everyday use, but packrats won’t mind those enormous dimensions one bit.

What a shame the Spencer’s looks let it down. At $158 it’s reasonably priced, but it just doesn’t make a clear enough style statement for me.

More Features of This Maxx New York Nylon Hobo

• Magnetic closure
• Shimmery fabric lining
• Dual handles with a 10.5 inch drop
• Measures 10.5 x 16 x 4 inches
• Made in China

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Lucky Brand will leave its sunny South Californian home for the bright lights of New York City to launch its new handbag collections later this month. The purses will make their debut at a cocktail party near Times Square on January 31.

The Big Apple seems the perfect place to launch the new handbags, as they show us a more fashion-forward side of the American brand.

“It’s all feathers and fringe for the fall,” explained Charlie Cole, Lucky Brand’s vice president of online marketing. “My favorite bags are in the La Jolla Collection and feature a soft, chic feather design created by one of Lucky’s resident artists. They are the perfect bags for the fashion-loving girl.“

The La Jolle range is one of 11 collections to be released in 2011, so we’re really spoiled for choice. They range from slouchy everyday satchels to small cross-body purses, all designed with their Californian home and its casual spirit in mind.

While fashion industry folks will see the new Lucky Brand bags late this month, we’ll have to wait until July to see them in stores. Do you expect they will be worth the wait?

[Source: SFGate]
[Image Source: Lucky Brand Facebook page]

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Hobos are typically bohemian accessories, but this Matt & Nat Etta bag embraces the hippie chick spirit more than most!

Just like a real 60s icon, this bag protects the environment by using eco-friendly materials. The exterior isn’t cowhide, but a cool vegan alternative. The weathered texture looks so close to the real thing, I’m sure most folks will never know the difference. This is a green bag inside and out, as it’s lined with a soft suede-like material made from recycled plastic bottles.

The Etta’s hippie credentials go beyond its environmentally friendly design though. The Etta slouches in all the right places, and its decorative braided trim looks very boho-chic. Its size is also ideal for everyday use; it’s easy to pack, but not large enough to weigh you down. It’s the ultimate in grab and go, and in basic black you don’t even need to think about how to work it into your wardrobe!

At $255 it seems the man-made skin has saved us a pretty penny. I’d expect to pay much more for a similar purse in genuine leather!

More Features of This Matt & Nat Vegan Leather Hobo

• Zip top closure
• A single 9.5 inch shoulder drop
• Measures 13 x 16 x 3.5 inches
• Made in China

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A bag which makes a statement as strong as the Touche clutch could only come from one designer: Mary Frances.

Frances is truly the queen of the flamboyant. She subscribes to the theory that more is more, and piles accent upon accent onto her purses. With the Touche she’s given us beads and faceted stones, zipper-trimmed flowers and tassels. It’s a lot, but whether it’s too much will be up to you!

Personally I think Mary Frances gets away with her extravagance. Choosing dark colors like black, purple, and gray tempers all those accents just enough. It’s not going to work its way into your everyday wardrobe, but what an impression it’d make on the red carpet!

I’m not sure how all those bits and pieces would feel in your palm, so I’m thrilled to see Mary Frances add a shoulder strap which is every bit as eye-catching as the purse it’s attached to. This chain is long, so you can easily wear the purse as a shoulder bag or cross-body depending on your whim. It’s also detachable, so it need not clutter that small interior when it’s not in use.

The Touche’s petite stature doesn’t leave us with a lot of storage room, but it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make. If it were too large, this purse would appear gaudy. I can travel light to avoid that fate, but can you?

For $276 this Touche purse isn’t cheap, particularly considering it’s made from synthetic rather than leather, but perhaps it’s original enough to warrant its hefty price tag!

More Features of This Mary Frances Floral Clutch

• Clasp closure
• Satiny lining
• A detachable shoulder strap with a 17.5 inch drop
• Measures 3.5 x 6.25 x 3.25 inches
• Made in the Philippines

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I haven’t really seen much from Jil Sander, lately. That’s fine, because what she lacks in quantity, she makes up for in quality. Her sharp, minimal designs have a timeless quality but still look unrepentantly modern. This shiny neon market bag is a fabulous example of Jil Sander at her most interesting.

I am completely crazy for the neon leather on the Market bag. I know, I know, neon is so five minutes ago. But it really doesn’t look trendy here. If anything, it looks mod or retro-futuristic. This is no dated 80s throwback; this is a sleek new something you’ve never seen before. I particularly like the pebbled texture of the leather. It gives the bag the faintest sparkle, and reflects light in a beautiful way. It also keeps the Market bag from going over the top. Patent would have been way too obvious.

The Market’s shape is slouchy and unstructured. It’s something like a hobo with a flat bottom. I like the base because it means all your stuff isn’t going to be constantly shifting about, but I also like the overall slouchy, casual look. The contrasting navy handle is the perfect topper for this bag. It adds a little extra interest, and makes the Market look a teeny bit edgier. And again, it isn’t the obvious choice, which would be black.

At $895, Jil Sander’s Market bag isn’t exactly a cheap purchase. But if you have clean, edgy style, it’s one that will serve you well for years to come.

More Features Of The Jil Sander Market Leather Bag

• 14″ x 17″ x 6″ size
• 9″ handle strap
• Interior pouch pocket

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I don’t know about you, but putting a trip to Paris on my credit card would likely max is out. Luckily though, thanks to this slick video, I don’t need to. It takes us inside the French city’s brand new Hermes store, which is a pretty swanky retail outlet indeed.

This building used to house a swimming pool, but now it’s home to household goodies, silk scarves, and those luxury handbags including the iconic Birkin. The surrounds are pristine and the fixtures expensive, but when you can readily charge 10 grand for a bag you’re probably not hurting for the cash.

If you’re lucky enough to Parisian bound, you can visit the new store in person at 17 rue de Sevres. Personally though, I’m just happy to watch this gorgeous video. It’s not going to get me into trouble and serious financial debt like a visit to the store might!

[Source: The Purse Blog]

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Burberry’s classic designs have made the British fashion house a preppy staple for decades. Lately, it’s been experimenting with slightly edgier designs and working with materials that are a little more affordable. Frankly, the results are more interesting to me than anything it’s put out in years and this canvas tote is a good example of this.

If you look closely at the print on this bag, you’ll notice that it isn’t just any graphic. It’s a stylized and abstract interpretation of the classic Burberry check. Still, it looks new and cool, and ready to hit the streets and make other women jealous. I love the harsh contrast of the black and white combined with the bleeding brushstrokes.

The shape of this tote seems slightly off to me. It bows out a little awkwardly at the sides and looks a little clunky, generally. The lighter brown trim and strap don’t work particularly well with the overall design, either. They detract from the interesting contrast of the bag. Also, while $545 is totally reasonable within the Burberry price range, I don’t think this particular bag is worth it.

More Features Of The Burberry Printed Canvas Tote

• 14″ x 14″ x 9″  size
• 7″ handle drop
• Removable zip-fastening pouch

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If you are a fan of fine art, then you are bound to like this Icon Moon tote.

All three versions of this traditional tote feature a print of a famous piece of art, giving you the ability to choose the style that you carry around day to day. If this beautiful scene doesn’t push your buttons, then what about an Art Nouveau design? Something is bound to suit your highly formed arts taste!

Whilst it is clearly for the sophisticates amongst us, it would be nice if that wasn’t reflected in the price. Still, Icon charges us $350, so no luck there. At least for the price you get a lovely genuine leather exterior, as well as some exterior pockets as an added bonus. The knotted handle is a nice classy touch too.

Icon has produced an unusual and beautiful tote worthy of Van Gogh himself!

More Features of this Icon Moon Printed Tote

• Available in other prints
• Leather exterior
• Interior and exterior pockets
• Single shoulder strap

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It wouldn’t be a Betseyville handbag if it didn’t come spring-loaded with attitude, so everyone say a cheery hello to the punk inspired “Punky Rox” clutch!

Is there anything about this metallic purse that doesn’t have a heavy dose of punk pizazz? I’m not sure there is; from the vibrant green synthetic leather, to the mixture of bold black studs, everything is about being big, brash and beautiful. The in-your-face style will be a bit too much for many people, and will be hard to coordinate with many outfits, but this may be exactly the sort of challenge some bagistas are after.

The fold-over design of this studded clutch makes it surprisingly practical. You have a spacious and adaptable interior, and a much appreciated exterior zipped pocket to keep close to your body. You also have a handle, although I am not entirely sure about how this bag would look when stuffed full and then dangled from your hand. A shoulder strap would perhaps have been nicer.

Still, we can’t complain too much, this is a cute and unusual purse at an affordable price. Rock on!

More Features of this Betseyville Metallic Clutch

• Also available in black and pink
• Synthetic studded leather exterior
• Optional short handle
• Zipped exterior pocket

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Whether you lived through the decade or not, you can embrace your inner 80s child with this bold Marni leather wallet.

There’s certainly no ignoring this lurid fluorescent orange purse. There’s likely to be no losing it either, as you could probably spot it from several feet away! Marni knows a color like this needs nothing else, so it keeps the design simple with just a couple of large press studs and a basic front flap.

This isn’t a purse for shopaholics though, as its features are somewhat limits. There’s a zippered compartment for coins, and a single open pouch for cards and receipts, but that’s it. I couldn’t quite believe it either. Perhaps fans of minimalist design will embrace the pared back configuration, but when it comes to wallets I want more.

I’m sorry Marni, but my obsession with all things 80s still won’t convince me to spend $245 on this wallet. For that price I could buy a more practical wallet, and have a whole lot of change left over. I’m disappointed, but retro looks alone can’t convince me to part with my cash.

More Features of This Marni Orange Wallet

• Internal zip fastening
• Measures 4 x 7 inches

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