There’s nothing more exciting than bags that are designed with the sole purpose of benefiting others.  The FEED Guatemala Bags were created in support of UNICEF’s nutrition programs to help children receive the vitamin and mineral supplements they need to survive and thrive.

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.

I recently discovered Rapport accessories and love the originality and creativity of each collection. Designers Michelle and Wesley create unique, one of a kind bags that reflect the style of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis). You can tell that each bag is hand constructed using only the finest materials.

Mar y Sol a/k/a Mad Imports has stolen my heart with their one-of-a-kind handmade bags!  The vibrant colors and natural fabrics make these beautiful bags a summer must-have. It was hard choosing just one to feature, but I decided on the Isadora clutch as my favorite.

Mar y Sol is a socially & environmentally responsible company that offers an eclectic mix of colorful handmade accessories and handbags from Madagascar & Kenya. The collection incorporates renewable natural materials to create original clutches, totes and shoulder bags.

I recently learned of Spool No.72, and am intrigued with the inspiration behind the collection. Spool No.72 is a collaborative effort of a mother and her two daughters who love the world of design and fashion and draw inspiration from each other.

Fashionjenn was featured on Handbag Report quite some time ago, and after reconnecting with the designer herself on Facebook, I was curious to see the latest pieces of the Fashionjenn Signature Collection.

Founded in 2007, Canadian designer Lori Chalmers created cha cha as a way to satisfy her handbag fetish. A self taught designer with a background in graphic design, Lori made handbags while she was going to college.

Novella Royale Mister Studded Tote is handmade from recycled leather. It features oversized resin studs and subtle distressing, metal feet and gold hardware. Designer Novella Royale was inspired by the concept of designing luxury handbags without creating waste from new materials.

I usually wait until the actual season is approaching before featuring a new collection, but I had to make an exception to that rule because you will probably need up to a year to decide which handbag from Stefano Marcantonio Spring/Summer 2010 Collection you are going to splurge on.