It used to be that carry-on luggage was the smart way to go to avoid long lines in customs, and anxious, impatient crowds in the luggage claim area. While checking luggage hasn’t really become any more appealing, carrying it on has become a far scarier prospect.

I am starting the new year with a fresh wish list. First up is the Marc by Marc Jacobs Graphic Standard Hobo Weekender. Aside from the fact that this hobo is so big, it can double as a weekend bag, and the print consists of most of my favorite colors, it also has several other [...]

If I were spending my birthday weekend in the islands, this is the travel bag I’d take because it’s cute, casual and has room for everything I could possibly need, including a few extra outfits, shoes and of course, handbags!

One of things I love about the cold weather is breaking out those handbags specifically designed with fall and winter in mind. The GAP wool-blend duffle bag in rich chocolate brown plaid is great for an overnight trip. It’s spacious, stylish and also perfect to carry on a flight. Price: $49.50 at GAP.

She’s back with more fabulous day-to-night-and-back-again handbags! Rebecca Minkoff new Sleepover Bag is roomy enough for an (over)night on the town or a weekend away, yet it can still be worn during the day too. What I love most is the textured suede! Price: $595 at RebeccaMinkoffStore.com

Definition of Fetish: An abnormally obsessive preoccupation or attachment; a fixation. We’ve gotta look great when we’re traveling this summer right? Well, suitcases are apart of our ensemble, so make sure you pick something great!

Among the finalist selected for the 2009 Independent Handbag Designer Awards, Linda Wong, designer of Canopy Verde, was chosen in the category of Best Green Handbag.

Definition of Fetish: An abnormally obsessive preoccupation or attachment; a fixation. How gorgeous are these, ladies??!! Spectacular!! That’s my new word, by the way…PURSE FEST! *sigh* I couldn’t decide which one to feature.

There is a new shopping experience called Talk Market. The concept is very cool and a new way to shop for handbags.

REVOLVEClothing.com has a ridiculous variety of Botkier handbags (and shoes).  Below are some that caught my eye.