Celebrity handbag lines are rarely inspiring, but Jessica Simpson has proven herself to be the exception to the rule with her affordable handbag collection.

The Karma satchel is the latest Jessica Simpson purse to catch my eye. I’ve long been enamored by the preppy appeal of cut-out fabric, but I’ve never seen the trend interpreted in such a fun way. Rather than simple dots, we see cute flowers cut from the synthetic fabric. It could have appeared kitschy, but Jessica Simpson has kept these blooms dainty and delicate enough to keep it this side of chic.

This slouchy purse will look adorable hanging from your shoulder, but once you sit it down it’s a different story. Without a platform base, the flimsy synthetic body of the Karma simply becomes a puddle of unrecognizable material. That also doesn’t make packing and unpacking the easiest of tasks.

But the Karma isn’t without practical charms. It’s designed with organization in mind, a real plus for all those scatterbrained bagistas out there. A large zippered pocket divides the interior into three easy to use spaces, and there are pockets on the outside for the essentials you need at hand.

The Karma satchel is available in conservative luggage brown and the more playful options of lemon, aqua, saffron, and magenta.

More Features of This Jessica Simpson Floral Satchel

• Fold-over flap with twist-lock closure
• Dual handles
• Measures 4 x 10 x 15 inches

Get this Jessica Simpson Karma Handbag:

• Available to buy at Endless (limited stock in aqua)
• Available to buy on eBay (see listings below):

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• Check the Quikdropcolit eBay store to see if this Jessica Simpson bag is in stock
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• The Jessica Simpson Karma hobo bag, a great alternative to this satchel bag.
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Online shopping destination Modnique.com is clearing its warehouse shelves of all Ed Hardy accessories. Fans of the brash and bold American fashion house can enjoy savings of up to 73% on the brand’s iconic handbags, wristlets, and wallets until tomorrow – July 8th 2010.

Don’t worry if you miss the sale, Modnique has clearance sales for a variety of handbag brands on a regular basis.

Some of the discounted accessories available include Ed Hardy’s Ivana satchel in orange, purple, and white, the metallic skull adorned Love Kills Slowly large totes in silver, bronze, and black, and the Karina Microfiber wristlet with its devilish mermaid.

It goes without saying that these eye-catching accessories won’t suit everyone’s tastes, but if you share Ed Hardy’s ardor for skulls, tigers, hearts, and other tattoo-style graphics you probably won’t find these new and authentic purses any cheaper.

And remember, when you refer your friends to Modnique.com you can earn some extra shopping credit for yourself. That should come in handy next time this innovative shopping site is clearing out your favorite handbags!

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Ed Hardy Handbags on eBay

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Carlo Fellini knows how to give women million dollar looks on a shoestring budget. I’m not quite sure how the designer does it, but purses like this Prudence look so chic and cost so much less than their competitors. Who would imagine such a clutch would cost just $60?

Beaded purses are a dime a dozen, but it’s rare to see one with such a dramatic design as this. Look closely and you’ll see the beads forming tiny blooms. The flowers are more obvious in pale shades like champagne and gold, but I prefer the abstract appeal of this deep bronze clutch. There’s a sensual moodiness which makes this traditionally styled purse seem like something a little less ordinary.

This is a larger clutch purse than the average, so it’s a good thing Carlo Fellini has included a shoulder strap. After all, the Prudence will be awkward to carry clutch style if it’s loaded up. Just resist over-stuffing it as that kiss lock clasp will pop open under too much pressure.

If you’re looking to vamp up an evening ensemble while leaving enough cash in your clutch for cocktails at the bar, this Prudence purse could be just the thing.

More Features of This Carlo Fellini Beaded Clutch

• Made of satin
• Satin lined interior
• An interior slide pocket
• Measures 2.5 x 10 x 4.5 inches

Get this Carlo Fellini Prudence Handbag:

• Available to buy at Amazon
• Available to buy on eBay (see listings below):

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• Check the eBags eBay store to see if this Carlo Fellini bag is in stock
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• More Carlo Fellini bags on BagBunch
• The La Regale Beaded Floral bag, a great alternative to this Carlo Fellini bag.
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Burberry is known for creating classic accessories that get passed down from generation to generation. The high quality of its pieces and traditional approach to design explain this. But, for the most part, Burberry isn’t as stuffy as all those check-print scarves might lead you to believe. It has a modern edge that keeps the label current, and it really shows through on bags like this Fielding leather tote.

The term “tote” might be a little misleading here. This beautiful supple leather, after all, is not the sort of thing you would throw your veggies in at the market. But it does have the simple rectangular shape and seaming of a tote. The addition of a drawstring is interesting.  It adds a little bit of casual slouchiness, and the grommets add a little tiny touch of edginess.

The only thing that concerns me about the Fielding is the slender shoulder strap. It looks good, but this is a generously sized bag. Perhaps too generously-sized for such a slim strap, I think, as the Fielding is the kind of bag that you want to fill to the top and take everywhere. But if you can contain your desire to take everything with you, this is a great looking bag that will be stylish for decades. Plus, at $550, it’s a great deal on a designer bag.

More Features Of The Burberry Fielding Leather Tote

• 17″ x 17″ x 5″ size
• 15″ handle drop
• Press-stud fastening at top

Get this Burberry Fielding Leather Tote:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

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• More Burberry bags on BagBunch
• The Burberry Lizzie Handbag, a smaller, edgier alternative to this bag.
• Searching for more Burberry handbags items on eBay
• Other black leather totes on eBay:
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Giuseppe Zanotti isn’t one of my favorite designers. It seems like he starts with a good idea (sometimes someone else’s good idea), but then takes it a little too far. This suede clutch perfectly demonstrates what I mean.

The glitter-treated metallic black suede of this clutch is amazing. It’s one of my favorite materials, and it looks fabulous here on a simple pouch clutch purse. It looks sparkly, but weathered, which means that it could go from casual to dressy and back again with very little transition.

So far everything’s great, right? Nice shape, beautiful material, what could go wrong? Well,hypothetically, you could attach a really tacky, rhinestone-encrusted Jolly Roger zipper pull. But that would be insane, because it would make something inherently chic look really really cheap. That, I’m afraid, is exactly what happened to this bag, my friends.

Luckily, zipper pulls are easy to pry off and replace. But for $595, I really don’t want to have to take a pair of pliers to my handbag, do you?

More Features Of The Giuseppe Zanotti Suede Skull Zip-Pull Clutch

• 12″ x 7″ x 1″  size
• Lined in designer stamped satin
• Interior zipped pocket

Get this Zanotti Suede Clutch:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

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• More Giuseppe Zanotti bags on BagBunch
• The Giuseppe Zanotti Button clutch, an adorable alternative to this bag.
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• Other black suede clutches on eBay:
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I’ve been seeing a lot of disco-inspired evening bags, lately. Perhaps 80s and 90s mania is waning and we’re nostalgic for sparklier times? Well, I certainly hope so. We could all use a little sparkle in our lives. This shimmery Kathena clutch by Christian Louboutin delivers the sparkle in an imminently elegant fashion.

The super soft black leather is textured in such a way that it resembles the metal mesh that was so popular in the disco days. The effect is mesmerizing and luxurious, but in a tongue-in-cheek sort of a way that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The pleating on the bag gives it volume and shows off this excellent material by allowing its faceted surface to catch the light from different angles.

The chain embellishment that encircles the top of the bag does a number of things for the look. It brings out the shiny facets of the leather, gives it a little modern edginess, and really pulls the whole look together so that while it has a little disco flavor, it doesn’t look like a dated throwback accessory.

More Features Of The Christian Louboutin Kathena Metallic Leather Clutch

• 13″ x 6″ x 2″ size
• Internal zipped and pouch pockets
• Lined in signature red canvas

Get this Christian Louboutin Kathena Metallic Leather Clutch:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

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• More Christian Louboutin bags on BagBunch
• The Christian Louboutin Pillow Clutch, a sweet alternative to this bag.
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• Other metallic leather clutches on eBay:
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Matelasse is a kind of quilting that you usually find in textiles, but Miu Miu has used it here in an entirely innovative, not to mention beautiful way. The quilted leather has been sewn together in a sort of zig-zag pattern that shows off the sheen of the material, and gives it sort of a metallic look.

The simple, classic shape of the bag allows the complexity of the pattern to show through, and is the perfect size for a night on the town. The turnlock clasp on the front flap closure is decorated with rhinestones. Ordinarily, rhinestones on such a quietly elegant bag might be an eyesore, but their delicate art deco pattern just enhances the sophistication of the bag.

The jeweled strap catches the light in the most magnificent way, and luckily, it’s removable and wearable. So, if you want to carry the bag as a clutch, you can still wear the strap as a necklace. Seriously, why don’t all high-end evening bags come with this option? It’s a great idea that I hope we’ll be seeing more of.

At $1,450, the Matelasse is definitely an investment, but one I think is worthwhile for a woman with style (and a little cash) to burn.

More Features Of The Miu Miu Matelasse Leather Shoulder Bag

• 13″ x 9″ x 2″ size
• 19″ strap drop
• Internal zipper pocket
• Fully lined in black satin

Get this Miu Miu Matelasse Leather Shoulder Bag:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

You may also be interested in:

• More Miu Miu bags on BagBunch
• The Miu Miu Bugatti Glazed Leather Tote, a great everday alternative to this bag.
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• Other black quilted leather clutch bags on eBay:
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Anya Hindmarch is a relative newcomer to the fashion scene, and her initial reception was warm and welcome. But this season she has relied heavily on casual canvas totes that aren’t particularly exciting. This Newspapers And Magazines totes is another disappointment.

The black canvas tote is sturdy, durable, and totally utilitarian. The bag relies on the graphic print to create its stylishness, and honestly, it just doesn’t go that far. The “Anya Times” graphic seems a little narcissistic considering she hasn’t yet made a real name for herself, yet, and while the white line drawing is cute, it isn’t particularly compelling.

The only other embellishments are the dual leather straps and the tiny Anya Hindmarch bow logo. The straps ensure the bag’s durability and give it a classic look, but the graphic’s lack of sophistication takes away from that. And the logo bow just looks a little precious on a bag that already lacks style.

At $110, the Newspapers & Magazines tote is decently priced for a designer tote bag, but it just doesn’t deliver much.

More Features Of The Anya Hindmarch Newspapers And Magazines Canvas Tote

• 19″ x 13″ x 6″” size
• 7″ handle drop
• Reinforced base
• Interior zipper pocket

Get this Anya Hindmarch Newspapers And Magazines Tote:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

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• More Anya Hindmarch bags on BagBunch
• The Anya Hindmarch Jackson Shoulder Bag, a larger, everyday alternative to this bag.
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• Other printed canvas totes on eBay:

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Miu Miu’s quirky signature style is the stuff that dreams are made of. Literally. The designer of the line, Miuccia Prada has said that she thinks in Prada but dreams in Miu Miu. This patent bow clutch is sleek and elegant, but has a hip vibe that will appeal to fashionistas of several generations.

The patent leather on this bow clutch is made of lambskin, which makes it extra soft and supple. The shine is basically unparalleled, but it will be more delicate than your average patent bag. As far as I’m concerned, this makes little difference, as the bag isn’t meant for everyday wear. It’s a slick evening style for big nights on the town or special occasions.

I love the simple pouch shape and hidden top zipper. Besides the metal bow, there is very little embellishment on the bag, which keeps the look pared down and minimal despite the ultra-glossy appearance. The bow, however, looks more like a flower than a bow, and I’m not completely in love with the design of it. It’s a little cutesy for a bag of this caliber.

More Features Of The Miu Miu Patent Leather Bow Clutch

• 11″ x 8″ x 2″ size
• Internal pouch pocket
• Fully lined in black satin

Get this Miu Miu Bow Clutch:

• Available to buy at Net-A-Porter
• Search online for this bag

You may also be interested in:

• More Miu Miu bags on BagBunch
• The Miu Miu Bugatti Glazed Leather Tote, a great alternative to this bag.
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• Other patent leather clutch bags on eBay:
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Handbags shaped like bows are always good fun, and the Alexis Hudson Snowbird purse manages to make that fun shape into something practical too.

You see the large centre to the bow shape of this clutch? That is a pocket. I am thinking that it would be perfect as a coin purse, a luxury you don’t normally get to have with a clutch, even an oversized one like this. In addition to the added pocket, the interior is pretty lengthy and spacious too. Even better!

On from the boring practical considerations, and what about the design? Personally, I enjoy it; you get classy pleated black leather and a certain sense of fun. The eighties-inspired bow shape will make it a little too “silly” for some formal situations, but I still think there are plenty of occasions to wear this Alexis Hudson clutch.

The Snowbird may in actuality be jet black, but I have to say that I like it nonetheless!

More Features of this Alexis Hudson Bow Clutch

• No optional handle/strap
• Multiple storage compartments
• Black leather exterior
• Twill lining

Get this Oversized Snowbird Purse:

• Available to buy on Amazon
• Search online for this bag

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• More Alexis Hudson bags on BagBunch
• The Coloriffics Satin Bow clutch, a great alternative to this leather bag.
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