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Furla Virginie, Handbag of the Day

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Petite and funky, the Virginie is made from nappa leather swathed in Mourmansky fur. In contrast with the luxurious softness of the bag, the silver-tone handle is beautifully done in a solid, but not chunky, design. It is fluffy and fun and might even help keep you warm on a cold winter night. It has a zip top closure and measures 7.02" x 7.8" x 2.34" and has handle drop of 7.8". $675.

Cynthia Rowley Metallic Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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I confess that most of Cynthia Rowley's bags don't do much for me - but this one I like. Softer and more elegant than most of her collection, this metallic clutch features three muted leathers stitched together in a simple pattern. The snap closure has a pretty gold-tone catch that matches the chain link strap. Inside, the bag is lined and features plenty of pockets: zip, slip and cell. Measuring 16½"L x 7½"H, the bag sells for $345.

Fendi Chef Leather Frame Bag, Handbag of the Day

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I don't know about you, but handbag names intrigue me. With the softly pleated dove white leather, is this bag meant to resemble an upside down chef's hat? Or is there some food connection that I am unaware of? Either way, the bag is cute and relatively understated. Top-stitched with contrasting black, the bag features very little in the way of hardware: silver tone handle attachments and the required Fendi logo charm. The shoulder straps have a 9" drop and the bag itself measures 21" W X 11"H X 9"D. With a zip top closure, it is lined in canvas and features one interior zip pocket. $1360.

Loyd Maish Hobo Chain Python, Handbag of the Day

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It may be small, but this bag just glows with chic style. It's a small-scale hobo that looks dainty and elegant swinging from the chunky chain strap. Cinched and rich, the black snakeskin has a shine to rival the chain and it all comes together beautifully. It's a dressy little bag, but I can still see it classing up a pair of jeans. £759.00.

Kenneth Cole Chain or Shine Flap, Handbag of the Day

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Silly name, gorgeous bag. Modern and glowing, the shape is rather ordinary, but the details are not. The large flap front is free of adornment, allowing the unique handle and strap to be the focus of attention. With a 3" drop, the solid handle has just the right amount of heft and looks comfortable to carry thanks to the leather padding. The 11½" chain shoulder strap is substantial, but not chunky, and the overall look is delicate. Measuring 11½"L x 2"W x 8¾"H, it is lined and features interior zip, cell and wallet slip pockets. $159.

Gucci Sabrina Medium Boston, Handbag of the Day

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I feel the need to go somewhere warm right about now and this bag would be perfect for the trip. It's a beautiful warm red color and the ruching detail adds tons of character. Measuring 17.7"L x 5"W x 11.8"H, it is big enough to hold the travel necessities, including a good book or two. There is plenty of organization options with two angled zip pockets on the front and zip, cell and PDA pockets inside. Also available in black, it is practical and pretty and just begging to be taken somewhere. $1690.

Yves Saint Laurent St. Tropez, Handbag of the Day

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Flirty meets sophistication in this pretty bag. Like the perfect little black dress, it is classy and understated with just enough pizazz to stand out in the crowd. Soft layers of leather ruffles wrap around and overlap, creating an interesting texture that begs to be touched. A simpled padded strap is dressed up with shiny brass rings and an off-center little cuff just for fun. The top is secured with a magnetic snap closure and the interior features one zip pocket. Measuring 11'' W x 11'' H, the bag sells for $895.

Botkier Nicole Tote, Handbag of the Day

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I've been trying to decide which handbag I will be asking Santa to bring me this year. I am in the market for a bag that is large, durable and goes with anything. I have it narrowed down to a few, including this one. While it is also available in a gorgeous denim blue suede with gunmetal hardware, this black leather with oxidized copper hardware is better suited for every day use. The pleating at the bottom adds a casual softness to the bag and I love the detachable braided chain strap. In fact, why would you ever want to detach it? Lined in logo jacquard, the bag measures 15 ½"H x 13 ½"W x 6"D and features interior zip and cell phone pockets. $585.

Antoinette Lee Anna Stitch Tote, Handbag of the Day

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There is something familiar about this bag that I can't quite put my finger on. I feel I've seen the color and the top-stitched handles before, but the elongated shape is definitely fresh. A roomy 15" x 12½", the bag sports gold-tone hardware and an interesting braided detail. What I like best is the wide 11½" straps. A bag this size can get pretty heavy when loaded and that extra support makes it a lot easier on the shoulder. With a magnetic snap closure, the interior has both zipper and cellphone pockets. $418.

Jack Georges Milano Flap Closure, Handbag of the Day

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You would be hard pressed to find a handbag more feminine and simply styled than this one. This bag stands out more for what isn't there than what is. The absence of hardware, pleats, zippers and logo plates is refreshing and I love the powder blue color. Made from soft Italian leather, it has a magnetic flap closure and two zippered interior pockets as well as a cell phone pocket. Also available in black, red and pink, the bag measures 12 ½" x 7" x 3 ½" and sells for $185. Make it yours with a monogram for an additional $20.

Michael Kors Buckle Front-Flap, Handbag of the Day

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Rich chocolate suede accented with a giant gold-tone buckle, this bag is stylish and smart. Trimmed with black patent leather and tonal topstictching, the business-like bag gets a dash of flash from a slim gold strip on the rolled patent handle. Made in Italy, the bag is on sale for $697.

Tod's Mercher Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Not only is this bag just about the perfect size for every day use, the wide open shape might it make it easier to locate your keys at the bottom of it. The slightly pebbled dark brown leather gleams next to the gold-tone hardware and the bag is chock full of zipper storage - front, back and side. Another zipper closes the top and the interior is lined in fabric and features yet another zip pocket. The shoulder strap has a 9½ " drop and a snap-close grip. Overall, the bag measures 13'' W x 10½'' tall and 5½'' deep. $1240.

Miu Miu Matelasse Leather Tote, Handbag of the Day

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The funky texture of this bag reminds me of carved wood and just begs to be touched. With minimal hardware in the form of gold-tone rings and handle attachments as well as the discreetly placed logo plate on the sides, the gorgeous leather takes the spotlight. It can be carried by the 3½" padded handles or over the shoulder with a slim detachable strap. Measuring 14½" W by 14" H by 2" D, the bag has a long zip top, is lined in brown cotton and features an internal zip pocket. $1,155.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Lovely Miss Thing, Handbag of the Day

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I like the long, lean look of this bag. The cream colored leather is pebbled for texture and the gentle gathering adds softness. The simple logo medallion looks sharp and goes well with the over sized strap rings. I like it when a designer pays as much attention to the interior of a bag as the exterior. This one has a pretty black and white floral print lining and a 6" zipper pocket as well as two patch pockets. Well-sized at 7"H x 11"L with a 13" strap drop, the bag sells for $228.

Lanvin Oulala Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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This is one gorgeous bag. The chunky black 'jewel' embellishment is pretty on its own, but I love the way it is attached to the flap with soft satin ribbon. A simple suede strap would have worked just fine on this bag, but the snake chain adds much more interest and versatility - it coverts from a shoulder to a wrist strap. Available in deep black suede as shown or in a lighter camel color, it measures 10" x 5½" x 3" and sells for $1335.

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