Straight off the runway comes the Dior Jazzclub Handbag Collection. I don't love these bags, but they are definitely unique and worth taking a peek at. Made of lambskin and available in black, beige, white, zebra and leopard, the jazzclub collection is recognizable by its unique large logo-engraved toggle closure and slouchy shape. The hardware is polished silver, which is refreshing after a few seasons of gold. Available on eluxury.com for $1,950.
I've never fallen in love with a laptop bag but the stunning YSL Downtown Computer Case is in a league of it's own! Finely crafted in Italy from luxurious black patent leather, embellished with gold hardware featuring a sturdy working lock and key. And the bottom is stamped with a large YSL logo, so chic. The adjustable shoulder strap and double zipper closure offer convenience while the inside zip pocket keeps you organized. Did I mention I'm obsessed with this bag? Available on YSL.com for $1,795. I'm saving up!
Has it really been ten years since the Fendi baguette? To celebrate the popular slim bag Fendi has released a new version in ten bright Pantone colors. They've also created a kit so you can create your own custom Fendi. The kit contains a bag of coated canvas with a removable belted shoulder strap with buckle attachments, polished gold metal logo-engraved appliqués on each side and an acrylic double-F logo on the front. The bag comes with ten Pantone Universe markers to create your own style on the bag. At $1,300, chose your design carefully, you can't return it once you start your creation.
Gallery: Sir Hardy Amies
Gallery: David Chu for Tumi
Prada revamps the tired boxy briefcase design, by giving it a softer shape and a more rugged look. The Glace'-Folding Soft Briefcase also doubles as a travel bag, it can be used for the office or a weekend get away... a must for the distinguished man on the go. Features include adjustable double buckle closures on both sides, and one center front push-lock closure. The inside has separate compartments with zipper closures to keep you neat and organized. Available at Barneys for $2,430.
Christian Louboutin has finally launched their long awaited and much anticipated handbag line! Right out the gate, it's every bit as luxurious as their shoes. The Mini Aionoeud (..no idea how that is pronounced..) is an chic black alligator clutch bag with a large bow on the front. The inside is lined with red satin, cleverly symbolic of the bottoms of their shoes. It fastens shut with a hidden magnetic closure. I am eager to see how well this bag is received, it retails for $4,190. Available on net-a-porter.com.
Orbino Luxury Cases recently debuted the Arista case for Apple's MacBook Air. This bag is so clean and classic that I'd love to carry it even without a laptop, and with the rich color choices, I might even be persuaded to break away from my traditional black. Handmade by a single artisan in Orbino's Naples, Italy, workshop, the case is made from vegetable-tanned Tuscan leathers. Features include plush padding to protect your laptop, a gusseted front pocket, an iPhone/cell phone harness and an adjustable shoulder harness. The case is hand lacquered and has buffed, four-coat edging and hand-stitched detailing. Custom options to up the luxury quotient include being able to order a case made-to-measure and/or in limited edition skins such as crocodile, snakeskin and ostrich.
Diane von Fürstenberg designed this hip green shopping bag for retail chain Intermix. It's made of certified organic cotton and features small ivory hearts and long beige cotton handles. The tote has a gold Intermix logo on one corner, and Diane's signature on the other. A hand scrawled message from Diane on the inner seam reads "Save and Love the Planet". I keep seeing similar reusable shopping totes but this one is by far the cutest! Available exclusively at Intermix for $65.
I don't usually love Juicy Couture, but after months of looking for the perfect diaper bag (stylish & functional) , I've happily settled on this adorable Juicy Couture Stroller Bag. The gold accents...the signature lining peeking out, sooo haute! It's a somewhat reasonable $295, and it comes jam packed with Juicy goodies. A changing pad, bib and receiving blanket, branded with simple graphics and cutesy wording ("couture baby"). Available at Saks Fifth Avenue!
Loeffler Randall's Calfskin Tote comes in a beautiful shade of bright neutral, is of appropriately generous toting size, and is designed in a simple but still interesting shape in soft calfskin leather. Other features include my favorite of a flat base with metal feet (I always love it when I can set my bag down and not have it constantly tipping over), hidden pockets on the front and back where the seams criss-cross, and a golden nameplate on the inside along with two patent-trimmed patch pockets. $685Gallery: Loeffler Randall Calfskin Tote
Anya Hindmarch is an accessories designer out of England, who quickly gained popularity worldwide. Her handbag and shoe collections are frequently featured in leading fashion magazines like Vogue and Harper's Bazaar, and in both 2006 and 2007 Anya was named Designer of the Year by Glamour magazine. This haute little number is called the Aretha Shoulder Strap Bag. White calfskin leather is accented with trendy gold stud work, while the inside is rigged with all the organizational must haves: zippered pockets, a pen holder and a key latch. Available at Ron Herman (Fred Segal) for $1,050.
Gallery: Keri Golf
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