I cannot begin to explain how surprised I was this morning when I came across the Tory Burch Olympia Printed Denim Tote! I am always attracted to graphic prints and bold colors, and this tote has both! It features Double detachable shoulder straps, protective metal feet,top concealed magnetic snap closure with interior zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Price: $295 at Bloomingdales

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Burberry is switching it up and I like what I see. The Quilted Patent Leather Tote in pewter is made of a beautiful shiny metallic sheepskin. Price: $1,395 at Bloomingdales.

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I recently surprised my mom with the navy tie dye Tory Burch Ella Tote.  She’s been seriously looking for a Tory Burch bag for months, and after scouring many, many websites,  she finally found one (pictured on right).  I was actually excited to surprise her with the (latest) bag of her dreams, and she was indeed thrilled when her package arrived.  She had no idea it was coming!  Fast forward six days.  I’m online checking out bags on various websites and came across the Tory Burch Ella Tote in navy seaport (pictured on left).  It had my mom’s name all over it!  I knew she would love the color combination.  In fact, when I showed her the second Ella tote, she flipped!  She’s going to return the navy tie dyed tote for her new favorite Tory Burch tote.  Price: $195 at Shopbop.com

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I’ve been looking for a new Tory Burch tote for summer and I think I just found it!  It’s the Tory Beach tote with a bold, colorful coyfish print trimmed in lacquered patent leather.  It can be worn as a beach bag or your everyday bag. It’s made of canvas with patent handles and logo detail. Price: $250.00 at ToryBurch.com. If you purchase today, you can take advantge of the free shipping (on purchases of $250 or more)!

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Elie Tahari has an admirer!  I absolutely love the entire Elie Tahari handbag collection!  From the silhouettes to the original details, each piece is almost like a sculpture.  The Mira Pleated Tote is one of the most elegant daytime bags I have ever seen. The diagonal pleats are thoughtfully arranged to create an architectural element.  Available in rum or black.  Price: $898 at Bloomingdales.

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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. Details include gold-tone hardware, side patch pockets, hanging logo tag, top-zip closure with interior zip, cell phone and additional pockets; interior key ring, and protective metal feet so that the bottom of the bag stays intact.  Price: $198 at Bloomingdales.

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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! It’s spacious with plenty of pockets to stay organized, and it’s trimmed in leather.  It seems like it would hold up for several years to come!  Price: $250 at Nordstrom.  Available in Tanzania Purple and Ivory.

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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?

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I just found a great everyday work bag, especially for those of you who need the extra space to schlep things around. MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton Hemp Tote is chic, classic and can easily go from work to weekend.  It features double shoulder straps, longer chain strap, front padlock detail and protective metal feet. There’s a top concealed magnetic snap closure, interior zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Price: $298 at Bloomingdales.

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It’s rare to see a colorful abstract design from Longchamp, so you can imagine how pleasantly surprised I was to find the Artitude Paint-Print Canvas Tote. It actually looks like someone took a paintbrush and attempted to create a piece of art with the vibrant color paint splashes.  I love the contrast of the black patent trim zipper compartment. Price: $350 at Bloomingdales.

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