Judith Leiber, if you are reading this, please keep making bags like this one. It’s got kitschy charm and a sparkly glamorous side, but it’s still totally wearable, which is more than I can say for the cupcake clutch. This leopard-spotted, crystal-encrusted bag is a beacon of minimalism in comparison.

The cut crystals on this clutch are a pale gold tone with black leopard spots. Somehow the pattern manages to look both glamorous and subdued at the same time, which is quite an accomplishment for sparkly animal print. The pattern could go very diva or very glam rock, depending on what you choose to pair it with.

The simple shape of this clutch is one of the things that keeps it tasteful. Anything more dramatic would have been too much. The tiny gold chain strap is an elegant and practical touch, but the black and gold push clasp is all Hollywood glitz.

At $2,495, I won’t be running out to buy this clutch anytime soon, but I certainly wouldn’t turn it down as a gift. Hint, hint.

More Features Of This Judith Leiber Leopard Print Fine Crystal Clutch

• 6″ x 4″ x 2″ size
• 9″ handle drop
• Fully lined in gold leather

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Do I have to say goodbye to summer? Really? This chill in the air has me feeling like a petulant child. I’m so reluctant to pack away my sundresses and shorts and bid the warm weather adieu. It’s enough to make me rebel and carry a summery bag like the Adele tote, just because!

This tote might look out of place with your thick winter coats and thigh high boots, but it’s a lovely example of an easy breezy summer bag. It could have been woven together by a Polynesian woman living on some exotic Oceanic isle! What it lacks in luxury, it makes up for in craftsmanship.

I can imagine filling this tote with my towel and togs when I hit the beach, or using it to carry my purchases home from the farmer’s markets. I’d have to be careful not to overindulge though, as those striking bamboo ring handles won’t be too kind once the Adele is full.

And of course, that brittle straw won’t forever, but at just $36 it doesn’t cost too much to replace!

More Features of This Straw Studios Woven Tote

• Open top entry
• Lined in cotton
• Measures 3 x 17 x 9 inches

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Prada is going global with the release of a new “Made in …” capsule collection which celebrates luxury around the world.

The range was inspired by the international travels of Mario Prada, the grandfather of current Prada creative director Miuccia Prada. As he navigated the globe in the early twentieth century he collected the ideas and inspiration that would form much of the Prada brand’s vision.

There are four different ranges, each saluting the traditional textiles and fashions of their distinctive regions. And so for “Prada Made in Scotland” there could be nothing but tartan wool kilts.

The “Prada Made in India” range will feature handbags, ballet flats, and sandals embroidered using a traditional technique called Chikan.

Funnily enough the “Prada Made in Japan” line doesn’t offer silk kimonos, but jeans produced by leading denim brand Dova. The jeans are made to order in a choice of four different cloths and seven different washes.

And finally there is “Prada Made in Peru,” a range of alpaca wool knitwear made using traditional techniques learned in the workshops of the Peruvian campesinos.

Look for all these exotic Prada fashions in stores next year. Are you excited to see the designs?

[Source: Luxist]

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Stone Mountain challenges what we think about weekenders with this Weekender Cross-Body bag.

Rather than a bag for carrying all the luggage we need on a short getaway, this Weekender is the kind of purse that you’ll sling across your body when you’re doing a spot of sight-seeing. The long strap definitely adds to that appeal for girls on the go. It’s large without being ungainly, and well organized with pockets inside and out. There’s even a key fob hidden away inside, putting an end to scrounging around for your car keys!

As with the rest of the Stone Mountain range, the design isn’t very revolutionary. It relies on a classic design, with its pebbled leather and long strap, rather than bells and whistles. This muted teal shade is the most inventive of the lot, so those with conservative tastes should be well covered. Black, espresso, and a royal purple color known as sugar plum are our other choices.

At $150, this Stone Mountain bag is a great price considering it’ll never go out of style.

More Features of This Stone Mountain Leather Cross-Body Bag

• Top zip closure
• Blue nouveau fabric lined interior
• Measures 4 x 14 x 11 inches

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With Halloween looming, I’m considering just how I should accessorize my ghoulish costume. After all, on the most devilish of nights, a posh designer handbag just won’t do. But this edgy handbag from GearBolt Factory just might.

This bag looks like it’s just crawled out of some post-apocalyptic wasteland, so if you’re dressing as a zombie or evil mutant it could be just the ticket. While super villains probably don’t care much for green behavior, I like to see that it’s made from recycled butyl rubber and metal.

GearBolt Factory has a range of other purses on its Etsy shop, each one with the same ominous sense of style. They’re also handcrafted, so they just might survive that apocalypse.

For just $40 a piece, you might not mind tucking this shoulder bag away once the spooky season is over. Can you imagine yourself carrying such a petrifying purse?

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Studs might be becoming a bit passé, but Steve Madden manages to use them well on this BManic wristlet.

The name is a bit misnomer, as there’s really nothing too outrageous about this purse. While studs tend to add some rock and roll edge, there’s nothing too revolutionary about their use here. The three columns of large silver studs are rock and roll the same way that Nickelback is rock and roll, pleasant to be around but not edgy enough to shock.

It does the job though, with a decent amount of space for carrying essentials, and a convenient zippered pocket for keeping them organized. With so many wristlets offering only tiny patch pockets, or no pockets at all, that’s a real plus. I also like the handy wrist strap, which is easily removable if you want to carry the purse as a clutch.

I quite like the BManic in classic black, as the metallics seem a bit brassy for my taste. However they could be just the thing for carrying to your next party. After all, at a mere $38.95 you might want to get one in every shade!

More Features of This Steve Madden Studded Wristlet

• Made of synthetic leather
• Zip top closure
• Satin lined interior
• Measures 10 x 6 x 1 inches

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Stella McCartney seems inspired by classic 80s flicks like Footloose and Flashdance with this Ready to Dance tote from her line for Adidas.

I can just imagine Jennifer Beals’ Alex Owens carrying her leg warmers and point shoes in this bag as she made her way from the steel plant to her next audition. I thought it was black at first, but the shiny coated nylon is actually a deep, dark slate gray. I love the way the polished silver hardware pops against this rich shade. The effect isn’t at all girly either, which should make it all the more appealing to anyone who’s serious about their craft.

Not that this tote is exclusively for dancers. Its generous dimensions and simple style make it perfect for toting to the gym, or using as a weekender. Whatever you’re carrying, the large main compartment, convenient pockets, and handy hidden zip pouch in the back will make it that much easier.

And at $160, you don’t need one of those fancy scholarships from Julliard to afford it!

More Features of This Adidas by Stella McCartney Nylon Tote

• Fully lined interior
• Wrapped cotton detail at dual nylon webbed carrying handles
• Measures 18 x 11 x 11 inches

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For the McQueen line, creating surprising design combinations isn’t just a passing whim, it’s the driving force behind the brand. In this case, McQueen has collaged together two very different elements: a very royal looking jacquard with a very scary queen skull. And I can’t get over how well it works.

The fabric on this hard-cased clutch looks like a design you might find on a baroque tapestry. The silver and gold pattern is abstract, but still looks organic. It’s also ornate and eye-catching, but muted enough to not be over-the-top.

The rounded-off rectangular shape is the same as the rest of McQueen’s skull clutch line, but it looks particularly appropriate here. The smooth, elegant shape is a great complement to the complex pattern of the fabric, and it takes a little (but not too much) edge off of the skull clasp.

Speaking of the skull clasp, it’s definitely my favorite so far. The gold skull with black jeweled eyes is wearing an elaborately intricate crown. This image is terrifying and elegant at the same time, a typically irreverent McQueen flourish.

At $1,595, the Queen Skull clutch is well-priced for this designer’s range, and you’d be hard pressed to find a more interesting evening bag. Or one with such dangerous good looks.

More Features Of The Alexander McQueen Queen Skull Jacquard Clutch

• 6″ x 4″ x 2″ size
• Fully lined in black leather

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Oh, I love this bag. The houndstooth and the red patent leather make it the ideal handbag for winter.

Forget light summery colors and breezy materials; what we need for the cold weather are heavy fabrics and warm textures. The gorgeous patterned houndstooth herringbone is ideal for cold damp days, especially when paired with a gorgeous thick coat and some stunning knee highs!

What the fabric offers in warmth, the patent offers in style. It is that dose of bright color that you need on a dull day, and those bold handles are what makes me definitely wish I owned this. Just imagine it teamed with some Hunter wellingtons.

Of course, the downside with the Museum Mile tote is the price, but even then the $325 isn’t as much as it could be!

Yup, it’s official, I have fallen in love!

More Features of this Museum Mile Louis Purse

• Polka dot cream interior
• Patent handles and trim
• Herringbone fabric exterior
• Interior zipped pocket

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A few months ago, I reviewed another bag in Miu Miu’s turn lock line that was very similar to this one, and I hated it. Luckily, Miu Miu seems to have fixed some of the less appealing details in this smaller clutch version of the bag.

First of all, the color of this bag is way more interesting than previous versions. The bright pop of the orange will stand out against almost any outfit, especially in ultra high gloss patent leather. The giant turnlock clasp gives this bag a retro-futuristic look that is totally mod.

The shape of the clutch is pretty standard, which makes the tangerine color makes sense, as its not fighting with the design for attention. The flap-front design is minimal and practical. The side edges fasten closed with snaps at the inner seams to keep all your stuff from falling out of the almost completely open top.

This turnlock clutch is priced at $950, which seems imminently reasonable when you compare it to the shoulder bag version, which is about $400 more and only slightly bigger. Good job, Miu Miu, at making this turn lock design palatable and affordable.

More Features Of The Miu Miu Patent Leather Turn Lock Clutch

• 13″ x 7″ x 4″ size
• Fully lined in purple fabric
• Interior zipper pocket

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