I wear totes more than any other bag.  They are large enough to carry magazines, my laptop and all other daily essentials as a working mother on the go.  MICHAEL Michael Kors Python-Embossed Patent Leather Tote is a beautiful turquoise with an exotic finish. Tweet

Bloomingdales is having a designer handbag sale!  Now is the time to shop for a new beach bag, straw bag, metallic bag or THAT bag you’ve had your eye on for the last couple of months.  Enjoy 30 to 40% off select designer bags now through Sunday, June 6th. Tweet

I wouldn’t ordinarily splurge on a straw bag.  There’s something about straw bags that seem temporary, like it will fall apart after a year or two.  However, if someone were to give me the Tory (synthetic) straw tote, I would happily wear it for the rest of the summer, and maybe even next summer too! [...]

I want this bag for two reasons.  First, I have a thing for ikat prints. There’s something very “ethnic” about them and so many colorful variations which make them fun to shop for.  Second, I love the Rachel Rachel Roy collection.  It’s modern and sexy with a chic, urban appeal.  She’s not afraid to experiment [...]

It’s that time again! Be & D is having a sample sale with fantastic markdowns.  Enjoy 30-75% off handbags, footwear and small accessories!  Tweet

Comment section for our contest is now closed.  We would like to congratulate Tara R. as the lucky winner of the $250 beso shopping spree! Tweet

InStyle and Handbag Designer 101 announced the finalists for the Independent Handbag Designer Awards ™ (IHDA) honoring excellence in design. Thirty-five finalists were selected from more than 900 submissions. Winners will be announced June 16 at Parsons The New School for Design. Tweet

I get so tired of seeing the same old bags, so I was thrilled to learn of JADEtribe! Kimberly Hartman worked for top New York City designers before deciding to fulfill her lifelong dream of exploring other cultures. Her inspiration for JADEtribe jewelry and accessories came from traveling through India and Southeast Asia. Tweet

There’s something about the Jimmy Choo Scarlet Glazed Canvas Tote that I find intriguing.  There’s a lot going on with the print, almost to the point of being considered borderline tacky. I’m on the fence with this one, Jimmy Choo… What do you think – is it haute or do you hate it? Tweet

Now available for pre-order at ToryBurch.com are the Sawla Messenger Bag (on left) and Sawla Mini Bag (on right). I love messenger bags, and am always excited to see one that is super stylish and versatile. The more I look at these two safari-ish styles, the more I like! Tweet