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Gucci New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Tote, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 27th 2011 at 5:01PM

Gucci New Bamboo stud-embellished leather tote

The New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Leather Tote from Gucci is a structured modern gem, and (for some reason) it makes me think of licorice. It's all layers of vibrant black leather with rows of small gold stud details, braiding, thick leather tassels, a detachable luggage tag and woven shoulder strap, and of course the single glossy black bamboo top handle. It also has a small stud and bamboo twist-lock closure on the fold-over flap front. Inside it's lined raffia and has one zippered pocket, plus a mirror and leather mirror sleeve. $4,200

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Lanvin Dear Danae Cabas Two-Tone Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 26th 2011 at 5:03PM

The Dear Danae Cabas Two-Tone Leather Shoulder Bag by Lanvin is deceptively simple in appearance -- what at first glance is a very basic, monochromatic style quickly becomes a versatile, transformative favorite. The darker taupe section on the front (under the foldover top) can be removed to create a slimmer, more lightweight look or to be carried as a separate clutch. The bag features short double top handles, a long shoulder strap, a slight all-over crinkle finish, gold hardware, and zip-top closures on both the main body and the detachable clutch compartment. Inside it's lined in black canvas with a designer plaque and one zip pocket. $1,790

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Top 10 Outrageous Designer Handbags

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 26th 2011 at 9:01AM

Designers go a little crazy sometimes creating handbags with outrageous features or price tags, all in the name of style, exclusivity, and pushing the boundaries of fashion. From clutches covered in diamonds to exotic skins dipped in 24-karat gold and even purses meant to look like garbage bags, we've seen it all.

Although it's hard to imagine actually carrying some of these handbags (for example what shoes to wear with a cage clutch that resembles a small metal lobster trap?), it's easy to appreciate the unique beauty and creativity involved in these little works of art. We've compiled 10 of the strangest and most outrageous bags -- which are your favorites?

Gallery: 10 Outrageous Designer Handbags

Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse, $3.8 million

Fendi 24-Karat Gold Trevi Fountain Peekaboo Bag, $36,000

Louis Vuitton Monogram Nova Minaudiere, $35,500

Marcia Sherill Grande Anne Tole, $46,000

Louis Vuitton Raindrop Besace Trash Bag Purse, $1,996

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Matthew Williamson Appliqued Suede Clutch, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 25th 2011 at 5:02PM

The Matthew Williamson Appliquéd Suede Clutch is proof that you don't need jewels to be flashy or bold -- just take some cues from nature and imitate the peacock. This soft-bodied bag is made of royal blue suede covered in part (the front flap) in multicolored sequins and peacock-effect feather appliqués. At 12" wide it's generously sized and features a concealed zip-top closure and press-stud fastening, plus a designer-stamped plaque under the flap and an interior lined in black twill. There's one zip pocket inside and no shoulder strap. $1,695

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Antik Batik Florine Embellished Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 24th 2011 at 5:02PM

The Florine Embellished Shoulder Bag by Antik Batik is tiny and pastel, as well as soft and full of texture. An opportunity to bring some earthy glamour to an evening ensemble, as well as a little vintage-inspired depth and energy. The bag is based in light green suede and the exterior is completely covered in a combination of iridescent sequins in bright green and burnished brown, plus some fine bead and chain detailing on the fold-over flap front. All the hardware is burnished silver and comes in the form of a detachable shoulder strap of chain interwoven with green suede. Inside it's lined in designer-stamped twill and has no pockets. $235

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Chloe Elsie Beaded Leather Clutch, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 23rd 2011 at 5:02PM

The Elsie Beaded Leather Clutch by Chloé is one of those beautiful bags that just doesn't get a fair rap in photos. Bright enough to rival the shimmer of gems and crystals this pretty clutch is covered on the front by gleaming gold beads in various sizes for a three dimensional, effervescent effect that looks a little like champagne in sculpture form. The look is interrupted only by the unique twist-lock fastening and Ecru leather flap. The back is also Ecru leather and it has a zippered top closure. Inside it's lined in nude leather and features an inner pouch pocket and hardware designer stamp. $2,195

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Theyskens' Theory Canapa Woven Satchel, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 22nd 2011 at 5:01PM

Theyskens' Theory Canapa leather-trimmed woven satchel

Embrace white this season with Theyskens' Theory sporty Canape Leather-Trimmed Woven Satchel -- a great choice for toting essentials from work to weekend without missing a beat. Cream woven canvas has a geometrical cut-out detail front and center, white leather in the form of buckle details/fasteners, trim around the edges, and a detachable cross-over shoulder strap. Other features include a leather base, an exterior pouch pocket beneath the flap, black hardware (although it looks silver here), and an interior fully lined in taupe suede with one zip pocket. $695

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MZ Wallace Boa Zoe Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 21st 2011 at 5:02PM

Today's handbag of the day was inspired by an Easter egg hunt -- if you find a golden egg on the MZ Wallace website you win a free bag. In the course my egg-hunting I came upon the Boa Zoe bag. The beautiful abstract print is actually a boa design but to me it evokes more of a 'dappled shade' feeling, like what happens under a tree on a city sidewalk in the heat of summer. Plus it has a little safari energy going on, and enough pockets and carrying options to make a girl dizzy. Other features include Italian leather trim, a matching detachable market purse, protective leather feet, and a woven periwinkle logo lining. $365

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Miu Miu Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 20th 2011 at 5:03PM

Get out the sunglasses, here comes Miu Miu's eye-poppingly bright Leather Shoulder Bag. Designed as a simple square for maximum impact it features smooth, neon green leather and comes with two detachable shoulder straps -- one with just a buckle and one with a floral cutout detail. It can be carried as a clutch or worn cross-body and has goldtone hardware, designer-stamped twist-lock closure on the large fold-over flap front, and an interior divided into three compartments. It's also fully lined in black twill and has lots of interior pockets. $1,095

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Doctor Fringed Distressed Suede Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 19th 2011 at 5:01PM

Roberto Cavalli created something for the stand-out "love it or hate it" crowd with the Doctor Fringe Distressed Suede bag. If it said it was made of exotic Yeti skin I just might believe it. But no, all that crazy texture and movement comes from layer up on layer of distressed suede that's been braided, knotted, tasseled and fringed to resemble something Tina Turner might carry in a Mad Max movie. Features include burnished-gold hardware, two zip pockets on the front exterior, protective feet, and a cream twill lining with designer stamped patch and a zip pocket inside. $3,785

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Momo Calf Hair and Python Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 16th 2011 at 5:02PM

Momo Small calf hair and python shoulder bag

This Momo Calf Hair and Python Shoulder Bag by Jerome Dreyfuss might be small in size but it's by no means small in style. Featuring a long list of colors, textures, and patterns it's amazing how well it all comes together in the finished product. It starts on the fold-over flap top in animal-print calf hair, then moves down to blocks of green and beige python, a large pink suede tab, and finishes with orange suede tasseled pull tabs at sides and a green leather shoulder strap. It has a detachable pouch on front, a pocket on the back, and the interior is divided into two separate zippered compartments. Fully lined in beige nubuck it also has a cute little built-in mirror hidden under the top flap. $880

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Tod's Ivy Bauletto Piccolo Top Handle Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 15th 2011 at 5:03PM

Looking a little like a highly stylized bowling bag, the Ivy Bauletto Piccolo Top Handle Bag by Tod's is a cute and casual option for adding a block of earth-tone to your spring wardrobe. It's all smooth monochromatic leather and features rolled double top handles attached with a slightly industrial over-sized stitching pattern, a detachable leather shoulder strap, silvertone hardware, and a seam running down the middle interrupted only by the designer's logo stamp. It has a zippered top closure, is fully lined in designer-print beige fabric, and houses one interior zip pocket. $1,095

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Salvatore Ferragamo Miss Vara Bow Nylon Tote, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 14th 2011 at 5:02PM

Basic black gets a chic feminine treatment on the Miss Vara Bow Nylon Tote by Salvatore Ferragamo with pretty but understated pleats and a big bow front and center. This roomy soft-bodied bag is made of nylon and features a single large inverted pleat on the front and a structured grosgrain bow detail. Other stats include a magnetic top closure, double top handles, and (always a favorite of mine) protective metal feet to keep it up and off grimy surfaces. Fully lined the interior is divided into dual compartments and comes loaded with plenty of interior pockets. $700

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SQ Star Straw Mini-Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 13th 2011 at 5:01PM

Go beach fabulous with this SQ Star Straw Mini-Bag by Eric Javits. Lightweight and perfectly sized -- large enough to fit your essentials but small enough not to be cumbersome or bulky. It's basket-like shape is made up of metallic woven straw in a light stripe pattern and features a fold-over flap with a starfish medallion and snap closure. It also has a woven chain strap, protective metal feet, and the fully lined interior is divided into dual compartments with a zippered pocket and a removable mirrored compact. $325

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Reed Krakoff Leather Tote, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) — Apr 12th 2011 at 5:01PM

Reed Krakoff's pale gray Leather Tote actually looks very 'winter white' and will bring some icy freshness to your spring and summer wardrobe. It features gorgeous architectural lines accentuated by contrasting black trim and minimal hardware. It features an open top, external pockets at both sides with tabbed closures, a pouch at back with a magnetic closure, and a designer-stamped luggage tag. Inside it's lined in light gray twill and has two tabbed pouch pockets and one large zippered one. A great all-season investment piece for day or night. $890

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