Some of our favorite handbag designers are helping AnOther Magazine celebrate its 10th birthday with cake! Fashion A-listers including Christian Louboutin, Frida Giannini of Gucci, and Alber Elbaz of Lanvin will design “ultimate birthday cakes” for the fashion and culture mag.

Editor Jefferson Hack assembled the impressively stylish lineup for the project, which he’s calling “Eat the Designers.” I’m not sure whether any of the creative minds are used to working with frosting and sugar, but I’m expecting to see some spectacular looking desserts.

“We want this project to inspire our readers and the public with the insane possibilities of what can be achieved at the highest level in bringing fashion and food together,” Hack said in a statement.

Most of us will have to drool at the finished products on the magazine pages, but Britons are a bit luckier. The cakes will be displayed at London’s Selfridges Concept Store from February 17 to 22. Just make sure you’ve eaten before you arrive to see the exhibition; I predict these confections will make you a bit peckish!

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Marcela Calvet shows us that a black purse doesn’t have to be basic with this elegant Colette shoulder bag.

This handbag really is all about subtlety. You have to look hard to see the dainty tegu lizard scales, but they make the finish look that much more opulent. The skin is softly pleated to give it a bit more volume and drama.

I love the look of the Colette’s triangular shape, but my practical side wonders how functional it would be. I can imagine small items like keys and cell phones getting lost in the corners, so make sure you make use of the pockets in the side walls.

All too often I refuse to even look at the price tags of exotic handbags, as I know I could never afford them. But at $1440, I don’t think the Colette is too exorbitant. It’s hardly small change, but we could certainly save up and treat ourselves. Considering how easily that black shade would work in our wardrobe, this purse might just be worth tightening our belts for a while!

More Features of This Marcela Calvet Lizard Shoulder Bag

• Lined in Argentine calfskin
• Zip top closure
• Two open pockets and a cell phone pouch inside
• A single shoulder strap with a 7.5 inch drop
• Measures 15.5 x 7 x 5.5 inches

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Marc Jacobs is one of those designers that continues to surprise us. Often he sets the trend with fashion forward, sophisticated accessories. And then he goes and creates something like this.

This USA shopper is nothing like those high-end accessories that make our hearts race. But that doesn’t mean it’s a bad bag; it just shouldn’t be judged against so many other Marc Jacobs purses.

Its America map design is unashamedly kitschy. The designer marks out some of the United States’ most prominent cities, and illustrates them with the tourist attractions and landmarks that made these spots famous. Red trim and handles completes the patriotic look.

This tote is enormous, but simply designed. Don’t go expecting pockets or even a lining. The zip top closure saves it from being completely basic, but it’s a small gesture. The lack of organizational aids would frustrate me in an everyday purse, but I imagine this shopper would make a great gym bag or beach tote.

This USA tote reminds me of the kind of carryalls sold at rest stops along the highway. And honestly, if you found one there it’d probably cost less than $49.99. But remember this is Marc Jacobs, and that prestigious name makes this shopper is a real bargain!

More Features of This Marc by Marc Jacobs Map Shopper

• Made of polyester
• Dual cotton handles with a 10 inch drop
• Measures 20 x 16 x 5 inches

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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 four different styles, each with a unique and luxurious quilted finish. Memory foam padding keeps your iPad and adaptors safe in transit, while the chunky gold-plated chains add convenience and style.

The iPad cases are also incredibly green. Each one is made from luxury-grade vegan leather and a satiny material made from recycled plastic bottles. They’re lined in recycled microsuede, and even the zips are made from upcycled goods!

The Reveal Techxy Mobile Accessories iPad cases are available in a great range of four colors: conservative black and mocha and more adventurous plum and royal blue. Get them online from the Reveal website for $75 to $135.

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It was love at first sight when I clamped eyes on this Feather Clutch by Maison Martin Margiela, and I’ve been gazing longingly at it ever sense!

Feathers bring a real sense of drama to this simply shaped evening purse. The natural color variations on these green plumes are stunning, and really make this clutch something special.

It’s a bit avant garde, but it’s that drama that makes it so appealing. Just imagine the pizzazz it would bring to your favorite evening ensemble!

Those looks are enough to make me overlook this clutch’s limitations. It’s not the smallest purse on the market, but it’s also never going to handle a lot of swag. If it is full you’ll want to attach the adjustable shoulder strap. This convenient carrying strap is made of leather, a comfortable alternative to the chains most designers use on evening purses. The interior is clean and uncluttered, a complement to the secure zippered pocket outside.

The final stumbling block is the price. At $1415, this clutch is obscenely priced. But when I win the lottery, this purse is the first frivolous purchase I’ll make!

More Features of This Maison Martin Margiela Clutch

• Cotton lined interior
• A removable shoulder strap with a 15 to 20 inch drop
• Measures 13 x 10 x 2 inches
• Made in Italy

Get this Maison Martin Margiela Feather Handbag:

• Available to buy at Saks Fifth Avenue
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Christian Louboutin has really been on a roll, lately. His designs have gotten more innovative and slightly edgier while still retaining their signature classic appeal. This Miss Rope Capra Bag is a great example of what happens when Louboutin mixes his signature traditionalism with a little bit of street smarts.

The color of the leather on the Miss Rope Capra is really interesting. It’s kind of a deep taupe, but it has a mauve tone that is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. The texture of the leather is so smooth that the grain is almost completely invisible, which makes for very sleek styling indeed.

Everything about the design of this bag is rounded off. The tubular straps and side piping give way to all rounded edges. The effect is soft and futuristic, but stylized. Even the hardware has a circular look that ties the whole thing together. The only design feature that departs from this approach is the removable shoulder strap, and it doesn’t detract from the look at all. Even if you think it does, you can always just go without it.

The Miss Rope Capra is well-priced at $1,450. In fact, it’s really a good deal when you take into consideration both the usual prices of Louboutin bags and the innovative design of this one.

More Features Of The Christian Louboutin Miss Rope Capra Leather Bag

• 13″ x 10″ x 5″ size
• 6″ strap drop
• Internal zipper pocket
• Lined in signature red twill

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• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
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Valentine’s Day always brings with it a flurry of heart-shaped goodies and other romantically themed gizmos. One of the cutest, and most practical, I’ve seen this year is TheHookUp’s new Heart handbag hook.

The makers of this dreamy purse holder claim its hook is “vastly superior to other purse hooks.” I’m not really sure about that, as it seems any hook that keeps your handbag off the ground is doing its job. But the choice of platinum or gold finishes is enticing, and the 17 moving parts should make opening and closing this hook smoother than the average. It’s also lightweight at just 1.4 ounces, yet tough enough hold an over-sized, and over-stuffed, satchel.

At $65 from TheHookUp.com, this sophisticated Heart hook would make a great Valentine’s Day gift. Just think how tickled you’d be if a man recognized how important your favorite designer handbag is, and bought this hook to protect it!

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Magid dresses up its signature woven straw finish with this Herringbone tote.

Herringbone is one of those patterns that always looks elegant. Some may accuse it of being stuffy, but it works well here to make the traditionally casual straw surface seem more refined. The combination of natural straw tones and deep navy blue is inspired, but it’s also available in beige and brown if you want something earthier.

One look at the $70 price tag should alert you to the fact that this tote isn’t quite as sophisticated as it appears. Its trim and handles aren’t made of leather, but cheap PVC. There are no metal feet on the base, and the interior does the bare minimum with a pair of patch pockets and a zippered compartment.

We lose out on the little details, but Magid does give us what counts. The handles are long enough for comfortable carrying, and there’s plenty of space inside. I’d hesitate to take advantage of all of it, as woven straw is never all that strong. But I like having the room for a few extras when we really need them. The magnetic snap closure should help to keep those goodies just where you left them too.

Straw bags are generally relegated to summer wear, but the herringbone finish of this Magid bag gives it an enticing all round appeal.

More Features of This Magid Woven Tote

• Fabric lined interior
• Dual handles with a 10 inch drop
• Measures 17 x 11.75 x 6 inches
• Made in China

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• Available to buy at Amazon (limited stock)
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