The Goldenbleu Parker was released in 2007 but still remains an stylish choice if you’re looking for a roomy, multi-functional yet elegant handbag. The Parker comes in a smaller tote version as well as the larger Weekender bag. The style is simple and traditional, but the result is tres chic.

I love the look of patent leather. It can take an ordinary purse and give it extra pizazz. The black patent sheen on this Parker Weekender is perfect. It isn’t overly glossy but has a little shine to keep it from looking too casual. You can also opt for the white patent leather if you prefer a lighter color.

Even if you’re not planning a weekend away, the Parker is a great choice for a practical bag. This Goldenbleu would be stylish for the office as well as overnight trips. The look is professional and put together, which is essential for work-wear. In my opinion, it would probably have more use in that respect anyway. Unless you’re particularly clever at packing, the Weekender might not be quite enough room for everything you need for a getaway. However, you could get a lot of use out of it as a carry-on when traveling by airplane.

Whatever your lifestyle, the Goldenbleu Parker is a lovely way to accessorize almost any outfit. The multiple pockets inside the handbag are handy for organization, and the extended zipper closure that reaches from the bottom of one side to the other allows for easy access. The Weekender retails for $895, but look for a bargain with this gem of last fall.

More Features of the Parker Weekender

• Measures 21 x 14 x 6.5 inches
• Double handles with 7 inch drop
• Gold-toned hardware
• Extended zip top closure
• Protective metal feet

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It isn’t often that you find a designer suede handbag, unless it’s one of those fly-by-night, 80’s inspired boho hobos, of course. Whether the shortage of suede accessories is due to current trends, or suede’s reputation for indurability, I’m not sure. Either way, I’m glad the tide is turning, because not only does that reputation really only apply to shoes (who splashes their handbag around in puddles?), but I love the soft and aromatic appeal of suede.

This camera bag by Phillip Lim is particularly nice, because it combines the malleability of suede with a highly structured shape, not to mention a fabulously muted jewel tone green. The three outer pockets make it exceptionally utilitarian. I would put my PDA on one side, my keys on the other, and my wallet in the larger front pocket that is protected by the top flap closure.

As with many of Phillip Lim’s designs, the best part of the Camera Bag is the small details. I love the layered oversitch detail, the flap and strap front closure, and the tiny black leather tassels hanging from the handles. At 12″ x 10″ x 6″, the bag really is big enough to hold your camera, or even your videocamera, but I doubt you would be able to resist using it as your everyday bag.

While at $685, the Phillip Lim Camera Bag isn’t exactly cheap, it is a bag that will transcend seasons and fads, and only get better with age. This is definitely one bag that will be lovelier once it is broken in. A few scratches here and there, and the shiny patches that come when suede wears down; they will only increase the bag’s appeal. And who doesn’t love an investment that ages well?

More Features Of The Phillip Lim Suede Camera Bag

• 25″ removable shoulder strap
• Canvas lining
• Zip closure under front flap

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Never underestimate the power of a little decorative stitching or pleating. They can take a bag from simple to fabulous in no time at all. Joe’s Jeans has these techniques down pat. With some intricate details, this designer’s solid-colored leather purses become interesting and unique. They sometimes have a classic look, but look closely and you’ll find a modern feel.

For this reason, I love the Sevilla Bowler handbag. The structured silhouette of the old-school bowling bag is timeless and has been done many times. However, some interesting stitching and other details kick it into high gear.

The most noticeable detail is the contrast between the soft white and tan. The bone-colored leather that mainly comprises the bag is complemented by the light brown shade on the trim.  This is more eye-catching than with the black and tan color combination also available for the Sevilla. This cream tone is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a winter white tote, but I can imagine carrying this bag year round.

Straight lines and structure reign with the Sevilla. Leather straps run vertically down the bottom part of the bag and across the underside. The decorative squares on each end of the straps and on the handle anchors add to the contemporary feel of this Joe’s Jeans bag. They also accentuate the rectangle created by stitching. An “x” marks the middle of the front of the tote, also created by decorative stitching.

Like most Joe’s Jeans handbags, the Sevilla Bowler is reasonably priced. The small version, pictured here, retails for $295. If you prefer the oversized look, it also comes in a larger version priced at $375.

More Features of the Small Sevilla Bowler

• Measures 13 x 8 x 5.5 inches
• Double handles with 5 inch drop
• Decorative stitching
• Zip top closure

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Kenneth Cole takes the hobo bag out of the seventies and into the 21st century.

The secret is the angular shape, which gives the Aim to Pleats a modern edge. But traditionalists will be glad to see the hobo’s trademark slouch hasn’t been forgotten. The suede finish falls softly in pleats that give this Kenneth Cole purse its name.

The bold colors also make this hobo a lot more contemporary than many of its peers. You won’t find conservative black and brown bags in this collection. Instead you’ll enjoy vibrant mustard and rose pink purses. Each is accented with an espresso brown leather trim and a matching shoulder strap.

The Aims to Pleats purse’s slim style might make you think it’s short on storage. But the walls are so soft, this bag is made for overstuffing. An interior zip pocket and some slip pouches practically organize the bag for you.

The Aims to Pleats hobo is comparably priced with other Kenneth Cole handbags, retailing for $278. You could probably find a cheaper suede hobo on the market, but the original styling of this bag helps to justify the extra dollars.

More Features of This Kenneth Cole Aim to Pleats Bag

• Satin lined interior
• Magnetic snap closure
• A single shoulder strap with a 7 inch drop
• Measures 9 x 18 x 2 inches
• Made in China

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Salvatore Ferragamo has gone green, creating a luxury line of environmentally friendly handbags.

The Eco Ferragamo collection features purses made with a nontoxic tanning technique and dyed using tannins extracted from tree bark. They’re then lined with handwoven hemp to withstand everyday use.

The results are bags that are biodegradable, water-resistant, and utterly stylish. There’s something for everybody, with Eco Ferragamo purses ranging from small totes to maxi hobos. You’ll find them in this lush tobacco brown, lemon yellow, and grapefruit pink.

The Eco Ferragamo handbags will cost from $1, 190 to $1,890. You’ve got a little time to save your pennies, with the collection due to hit stores in February.

Green in the new black, so it’s wonderful to see high-end designers doing their bit to save the planet. Can we look forward to some eco-friendly Salvatore Ferragamo shoes and apparel soon? Hopefully this is the start of something big from the Italian fashion house!

[Source: FabSugar]

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The classic good looks and affordable $60 price tag of the cute Bayshore Bucket bag is sure to appeal to bargain hunters.

The fine woven straw finish features subtle color variations to add texture and style. The hardwearing material is offset by classic brown leather trim and chic silver studs. The leather accents are perforated with small holes, giving them a belt-like appearance. It’s these playful details which make this traditional bucket bag something special. The black and natural bags are timeless, if a little conservative. The vibrant fuschia purse might not be quite as practical, but it seems a lot more fun.

The slim-line design is sleek and stylish, but it does compromise storage space. The uncluttered interior makes the most of the room on offer. The deep design means the zippered wall pocket will get a workout. It’s perfect for storing those essentials you don’t want to see sliding to the bottom of your bag.

Most straw handbags are destined to stay packed away until summer, but this one is so elegant you can easily carry it all year round.

More Features of This Stone Mountain Straw Bag

• Plainweave lined interior
• Zip top closure
• A single shoulder strap with an 11 inch drop
• Measures 11.5 x 13 x 3.5 inches
• Made in China

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Zufi Alexander is really making a name for herself with her eponymous line of super deluxe, high style handbags. And not only that, but her name is becoming synonymous with some of the top names in Hollywood, like Katherine Heigl and Lindsay Lohan.

Most of Ms. Alexander’s designs bring a hot trendy point of view to a classic bag, like her Y Clutch. But, some of them like the Kiss Me and the Kiss It in Black Luxe, are bringing a hot trendy point of view to, well, hot trends, in a way that redefines rather than just simply refining.

The simple hobo shape is reimagined on the Kiss It with the top flap and strap closure. I love the way the flap rests against the compartment of the bag, setting itself apart, and creating an almost bow-like shape. The hematite toned hardware of the clasp exactly fits the bad girl attitude of the bag, and the futuristic upraised detailing on it adds another layer of interest.

The rolled leather handle both grows out of the bag, and is also attached with goldtone O-ring links. The clashing hardwares might be disturbing on a less edgy bag, but on the Kiss It, they fit right in. The real coup de grace is the gold link chain that adorns the front of the bag. Since it’s gold, it adds a little hint of uptown class, but on the backdrop of the black leather, it packs a punk rock punch.

I simply love the Kiss It, from the quality leather down to the close stitch detail, and back to its take anywhere, devil-may-care attitude. I can see it working as a great going out bag for an uptown girl looking to edge up her evening, or if you’re a little bit more rock-n-roll, like me, as a great complement to an already all black wardrobe. As far as what this bag will do for your attitude, the name says it all.

More Features Of The Kiss It By Zufi Alexander

• Interior pocket
• Fabric-lined

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Marni’s Balloon collection offers several different sizes and colors for the popular slouchy, relaxed handbag style. Want it in terracotta or even fuchsia? You got it. Looking for a more compact version of it? Try the small balloon tote. I have to admit that I’m quite impressed with the variety of bags that are available for one look. If you like the style but wish it were slightly tweaked, you’ll want to search all of Marni’s options before moving on.

I personally love this medium balloon tote in dark green. The texture of the crinkled leather is brought out beautifully by the evergreen shade. The pretty brown leather accents on the trim and handles are a nice complement to the winter tone. Though it’s not in a neutral, this tote would look nice with tons of other colors. Mix it with other jewel tones for a modern look.

Though the carrying handles are somewhat small, the structured shape is a nice contrast to the relaxed style of the Balloon tote. Marni must have known that these minute handles wouldn’t be enough for everyday use. An adjustable leather and canvas strap is available for a much more comfortable option. I’m not a huge fan of the leather panels on the sides of the handbag. However, like the handles, they provide extra framework for the bag’s casual shape.

The interior of this stylish purse contains a taupe-colored lining, zippered pocket, and the signature Marni logo. Look for the Balloon tote in gray, beige, red, and orange shades as well as many other colors, shapes, and textures. Most of the styles available for this designer bag are priced between $1200 and $2000.

More Features of the Balloon Tote

• Double structured handles
• Adjustable leather and canvas strap
• Leather side panels with silver-toned details

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Carla Bruni-Sarkozy has been awarded €40, 000 in damages from Pardon, a fashion company who distributed shopping bags featuring her nude image. The photograph which adorns the totes was taken in 1993 when the French First Lady was a supermodel. The sum is short of the €125, 000 the French beauty was seeking, but still nothing to sneeze at.

The judge ruled that the tote bag “neither justifies nor even evokes the benefit of any authorization by Mme Carla Bruni for the use of her image in a promotional operation.”

Ms Bruni-Sarkozy’s lawyers have confirmed their client will donate the compensation to charity. Meanwhile Pardon are planning to appeal the court’s decision.

“Forty thousand euros is a lot for a little bit of mischief,” said the company’s founder Peter Mertes.

It is a lot of cash, but it’s also a pretty clear case of violating image ownership rights, isn’t it? I wouldn’t expect Pardon to be pardoned over this case!

[Source: Telegraph]
[Image Source: Remi Jouan/Wikipedia Commons]

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Santi brings a little vintage style into the 21st century with the Emma clutch purse.

Contemporary metallic leather is woven together for a dazzling chic look. The shimmering silver and gold fabric is complemented by the brushed gold-tone kiss-lock clasp. Its antique looks are as old fashioned as the metallics are modern, but somehow it all works.

The Emma clutch is long, but it’s so slim you won’t benefit from any extra storage space. Most of us like to travel light on a night out, so it shouldn’t pose too much of a problem. But you might need to do your make-up before you step out, because you won’t be able to fit too many cosmetics in your clutch.

A delicate gold-tone chain gives the Emma added versatility. Wear it over your shoulder, or tuck the strap away to carry it like a conventional clutch. At $240 it’s a little more expensive than many Santi purses, but its high-quality fabrics and timeless style help to justify the extra cash.

More Features of This Santi Emma Clutch

• Satin lined interior
• A single chain strap with an 8 inch drop
• Measures 4.25 x 10.75 x 1.5 inches
• Made in India

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