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Coach Poppy Signature Zip Around Wallet, Handbag of the Day

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Coach Poppy Signature Zip Around WalletThe Coach Poppy Signature Zip Around Wallet is a breath of fresh air in a season of dark colors.

This fun little wallet is just 8" by 4" -- small enough to throw into one of your larger bags to avoid depression. Just looking at it makes us smile. It's large enough to hold entire bills and has six credit card pockets and an inside zip pocket for coins. You can use the 14" strap as a wristlet to take this out at night -- and ditch your big bag at work.

The pretty poppy print is adorned with an embossed poppy logo plaque, retro goldtone hardware and metallic leather trim. Adorable.

The Coach Poppy Signature Zip Around Wallet is available from Nordstrom for $158.00.

Aurora Clutch w/Labradorite, Handbag of the Day

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The Aurora Clutch with Labradorite by Raven Kauffman is one that you might not want to stash in the closet with all your other handbags between uses -- it's so pretty it could pull off a place on your dresser or vanity top like a piece of art. The clutch features a flying swallow pattern handcut into a grille of 18k gold-plated brass and labradorite. The grille is then set over a layer of Green Lady Amherst feathers for a wonderful contrast of textures. It has a detachable chain and flap closure, and measures 6 3/4" x 3 1/2" x 1 1/2". $2,290

Black Shagreen Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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The Black Shagreen Clutch by Genevieve Jones is a little tame, a little understated, but a lot classy and a lot timeless (yes, I know that's not the best grammar). Designed during her travels to Thailand, stingray leather makes for the unique texture and the envelope styling is accentuated by the large whip-stitched leather medallion (with her unique logo design) that dangles off the point followed by a decorative leather tassel. The interior is surprisingly versatile divided into three separate compartments plus a small pocket. Lined in leather, $875.

Tania Dark Wood Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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It's always fun to have a bag or two that stand out from the rest not because they're over-the-top or obnoxious but because they're different. Simple and different. This Tania Dark Wood Clutch by Glorinha Paranagua is just that. It's straight forward, organic, but also very stylish and modern. Made of dark toned wood it has a contrastingly sleek over-sized black silk tassel and a brightly colored purple cotton lining. Other basics include a hidden magnetic closure, gold hardware, and no shoulder strap to speak of (I only mention it because most 'clutches' these days have them in some form or another). $365

Ruby Fox Fur Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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This Ruby Fox Fur Clutch by Sang A couldn't be much simpler, focusing solely on its luxe ruby-colored fox fur exterior to make a statement -- and I think it does. It certainly draws the eye, it brings warm fuzzies to mind, and it provides the perfect way to add a statement piece to your outfit. The wristlet is detachable, as is the included brushed gold chain shoulder strap. Fully lined in ruby Italian silk satin with one pocket inside. The whole thing measures 6 1/2" x 9" x 4" and is also available in Emerald green. $1,495

Ombre Paillette-Embellished Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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How pretty this Ombre Paillette-Embellished Box Clutch by Miu Miu is! The spectrum of bright pink to dark eggplant is feminine without being too girly, which is just how I like my handbags. "Showered" in oversized light-reflecting paillettes with black beading accents, other features include goldtone hardware, black leather trim, an adjustable and detachable shoulder strap, push-lock closure and a black satin lining. A gorgeous, timeless, clutch that exudes classic feminine appeal with a little dose of flashy party attitude. I just hope those paillettes are tough to enough to hold on for more than one season. $950

One Night Stand Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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With a name like "One Night Stand" clutch I thought this bag would have more of a party vibe going on, meaning I expected it to be smaller and glitzier. That's not to say it's not a lovely creation by Bird Handbags but it's just not what I expected. Larger than it looks it measures 18" wide by 13" tall, and it's made of exotic ostrich-detailed snakeskin leather with structured ostrich handles complete with stitching detail. Fully lined interior with a zip pocket and pouch pocket, $1,810.

Stella McCartney Studded Faux Suede Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Stella McCartney Studded Faux Suede ClutchThe Stella McCartney Studded Faux Suede Clutch is an unusually fabulous little purse.

The purse, as one would expect from Ms. McCartney, is made of cruelty-free faux leather (and nobody does it better than she does), and decorated with gold and gunmetal studs.

The style is part Aztec and part astronomy, with its celestial circles (love the lopsided kiss lock closure) and angular patterns we're used to seeing done with beads -- this time, they're all studs. The purse has function as well as form; it's 8" tall by 12" wide. I feel like it's been ages since I've seen a clutch large enough to fit my wallet!

The Stella McCartney Studded Faux Suede Clutch is available from Intermix for $835.00.

Nogoy Crocodile 'Love Bug' Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Crocodile Clutch with Gold 'Love Bugs' by Nogoy is a fun blend of classic and whimsical. Versatile envelope design gets a pop of color from a jewel-toned shade of purple leather (it looks blue to me) with black panels on the front along with two ladybug-like gold adornments sharing an intimate moment. The golden/bronze-lined interior is divided into two compartments and features six credit card slots and a zip pocket. Magnetic snap closure, no strap, and made of crocodile (the body) and stingray leather (the black panels). £275

Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Judith Leiber Versailles Box ClutchThe Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch is a simple minaudiere with an elegant patten which complements almost any accoutrement.

At just 3 3/4"H x 5 1/2"W x 2"D, this isn't exactly the bag for your day job, but it will look lavish and ritzy with any cocktail dress or ball gown for your evening engagements. Drawing inspiration from Versailles, the scroll motif is opulent and glamorous, and shamelessly showy -- but so small it won't take over an outfit.

The Austrian crystals are gold and clear, but this season, it's all right to mix your golds and silvers so this will even go with your fanciest platinum jewelry. This is more than a financial and fashionable investment -- it's the kind of bag your teenage grandchildren will want to steal from you someday.

The Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch is available from Neiman Marcus for $3,395.00.

Nancy Gonzalez Python & Croc Pleated Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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You have to love a handbag that doesn't make you choose between python and croc. Nancy Gonzalez has created the Python & Croc Pleated Clutch featuring a natural pleated python body accented with a luscious brown cutout of Caiman fuscus crocodile which acts as an overlay along the flap. Inside your necessities will be kept safe and scuff-free with a suede lining. Gorgeous neutral tones make this clutch an easy accessory for any occasion and an all-seasons favorite. Available at Neiman Marcus for $2,500. (11 1/2" H x 16 1/2" W)

Emanuel Ungaro 'Very Hot' Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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This "Very Hot" Clutch by Emanuel Ungaro is extremely similar to his "Stamped Clutch" I covered earlier but in this case the little things are what make all the difference in the world. Like night and day the two bags give off completely different vibes, this one in silver metallic and matching hardware coming off as sleek without being pretentious and feminine without being frilly. It's oversized, which makes it come off a little more casual I think, and besides the detachable chain handle and divided interior compartments it has a bright fuschia lining. $1,220

Gucci 'Journal' Evening Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Gucci's 'Journal' Evening Bag looks bejeweled from afar but it's really just simple black leather with multicolor (metallic?) embroidery. It would go perfectly with a little black dress, and it's so thin (and it looks soft!) that even without a shoulder strap it seems easy enough to carry around and hold onto. It has ruthenium hardware, magnetic snap closure, and one interior pocket. This is my favorite of all the 2009 Gucci Fall Collection of bags, although there are several other designs (like the group) that come in a close second. $1,590

Emanuel Ungaro Stamped Shoulder Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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The Stamped Leather Shoulder Clutch by Emanuel Ungaro is a casual, "bad-ass" version of the classic little black bag. Black stamped leather is accented with silver hardware and lots of seams, a fold-over flap front with both a magnetic closure and a designer-embossed push-clasp, stud detail at sides, and a long silver chain shoulder strap. The interior is divided into two compartments with zip and pouch pockets, plus it's lined in bright fuchsia grosgrain for a shot of much-needed femininity to round everything out. $1,150

Jill Sander Polished Leather Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Jil Sander's Polished Leather Clutch is a sleek pop of color that can easily pass from summer to fall, and maybe even come back out next spring, without missing a beat. Tangerine orange meets with polished leather and curvy geometric lines for a modern twist on the classic clutch. Fold-over flap with a concealed press-stud fastening on the front, hidden exterior pockets on each side (where there's no stitching detail), and a logo patch and pocket on the black leather interior. No shoulder strap. $590


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