I’ve been shopping around for a neutral bag for a long time.  Part of the challenge is finding the right style and color that speaks to me.  The ALLIBELLE Mohawk Hobo has a simple, classic silhouette in a rich steel gray color that will look good with everything in my closet.   The details are subtle and functional which is important when looking for an everyday bag.  It has a lined interior with two zip pockets and three slip pockets.  Price: $495.00 at Bloomingdale’s.

Jill’s Consignment has a gorgeous Nancy Gonzalez Turquoise Crocodile Hobo for a fantastic deal!  It’s made of turquoise crocodile and has green suede lining with zippered pocket and cell pocket.  Additional features include interior magnetic closure and double knotted crocodile handles.  This hobo is in pristine condition and comes with dust cover.  Price: $1,495.00 at Jill’s Consignment.

Spring is almost here, and there’s no better time to start shopping for a new bag to update your wardrobe.  I love wearing colorful prints so the Gucci Flora Canvas JACKIE O Hobo really speaks to me.  This beautiful bag has been discontinued and is now a collector’s item!  It’s made of floral canvas with natural leather trim and light-gold hardware.  Additional details include Piston closure, Gucci embossed in gold on the underside of strap, and canvas lining with zippered pocket.  This bag is brand new and comes with a dust cover, original Neiman Marcus tags & booklet.  Price: $595.00 at Jill’s Consignment.

I am not a huge fan of patchwork bags but every now and then, I find one that I absolutely love.  Foley + Corinna Patchwork Hobo is the perfect example of patchwork done right.  The fuchsia leather and subtle print on the side panels really pop against the beige and white leather.  Features include double shoulder straps, interior zip, two interior slip pockets and snap closure.  Price: $550.00 at Bloomingdales.com.  Are you a fan of patchwork accessories?

November is here and I’m on the hunt for a new bag!  My birthday is in a little over two weeks, so I’m making a list of all things I want between now and Christmas.  One of the bags I would love to have is the JJ Winters Leather Zippers Hobo.  It’s a beautiful shade of brick red leather with goldtone zippers all over the front of the bag.  There is a rounded, ruched bottom, interior magnetic snap closure, and interior zip pocket.  This bag is a great everyday bag and is in pristine condition.  Price: $200 at Jill’s Consignment.

Check out this week’s haute designer deal at Jill’s Consignment – the Diane von Furstenberg Black Medium Stephanie Hobo!  It’s made of black woven metallic leather, black suede trim with hand and shoulder straps, both of which are removable.  It has matte silver-tone hardware, zip closure with braided leather pull and DVF leather tag attached to the pull.  There’s a label with certificate of authenticity attached on the interior.  This bag is in BRAND NEW condition and comes with dust cover.  Price: $495.00.

I have grown to love Jill’s Consignment for several reasons.  There are new arrivals posted on the site constantly, so I’m always excited to discover a fabulous designer bag that I haven’t seen before.  Quality is very important to me, and Jill’s Consignment has the best selection of accessories that are in excellent condition.  Now that I’ve explained why I appreciate Jill’s Consignment, allow me to share this week’s haute designer deal.  The Balenciaga Denim Day Hobo is everything a denim bag should be.  It’s the perfect shade of blue denim with brown leather trim and silver-tone hardware.  It features zip-top, front zippered pocket, and black fabric lining with zippered pocket. This bag is brand new with dust cover.  Price: $1,195.00

It’s rare that I feature a Burberry bag.  I’m not a fan of plaid bags in general, however, every now and then, I will find one that catches my eye.  The Burberry Check Chain Medium Weatherby Hobo didn’t make it on my wishlist but I would totally recommend it.  The coated canvas and creamy, neutral leather trim with the chain and lock details gives an unexpected edgy twist to the classic Burberry check pattern.  Price: $1,095 at Bloomingdales.com.

Style that’s effortless and exuberant, never heavy or formal; design that’s chic and refined, never stiff or stuffy; and a combination of quality materials, flexible usages, and practical flourishes (like pockets for your phone, glasses, and more) that take its assortment of bags over the top.

I absolutely love the Bryna Summer 2011 Collection which is filled with beautiful ikat prints in several different silhouettes.  My favorite is the Hermann Mini in seagreen and the Quintara Tote in multi ikat.  The Summer 2011 collection is available for pre-order at ShopBryna.com!

Hermann Mini in multi ikat and Hermann Mini in blue ikat, Price: $158.00

Hermann Mini in brown ikat and Hermann Mini in seagreen ikat, Price: $158.00

Serrano Hobo in cream ikat, Price: $295.00 and Quintara Tote in multi ikat, Price: $305.00

Quintara Tote in seagreen ikat, Price: $305.00 and Quintara Tote in navy ikat, Price: $305.00

I’m not sure whether I like the Lauren by Ralph Lauren Denim Hobo…what do you think?  Haute or hate it?