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Alexander McQueen Iris Plexiglas Box Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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McQueen Iris Plexiglass Clutch

The Alexander McQueen Iris Plexiglas Box Clutch is one of those statement pieces that's sure to garner glances and comments and envy whenever and wherever you carry it. The construction is pretty simple considering its impact: molded plexigas topped with a Swarovski-embellished gold metal clasp depicting a skull sitting inside a fully opened iris bloom. Very gothic-chic (as the brand does so well) but with a decidedly lighter vibe this time. Features are basic but include a gold metal frame and inside there's white leather trim. $2,295

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Anya Hindmarch Marano Glitter-Finish Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Anya HIndmarch Glitter Clutch

Add a bit of princess-like pink sparkle to your evenings out with this Marano Glitter-Finish Leather Clutch by Anya Hindmarch. Easily paired with neutral, gray, white, or black this clutch could be the timeless investment piece that always makes you feel uber feminine and gorgeous, without going overboard into gaudy territory. Glitter-sprayed leather on a gold frame features a designer-stamped push clasp fastener on top and an interior lined in light suede with a single, pink-trimmed pouch pocket. Heads up there's no shoulder strap, detachable or otherwise. $550

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Milly Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Milly Snake-effect leather shoulder bag

The subtle sheen on this Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag by Milly gives the casual bucket-bag styling a nice "resort glam" upgrade, with just a hint of bohemian energy. Features on this shimmery cutie include a single bamboo top handle (a bit of matte earthy contrast) plus a detachable textured-leather shoulder strap, drawstring closure with bamboo-embellished leather tassels, goldtone hardware, protective feet, and a designer-stamped hanging charm. Inside it's lined in olive green twill (again with the earthiness) and has several pockets. A great summer essential that will go with practically everything. $475

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Antik Batik Costa Besace Appliqued Python Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Antik Batik Costa Besace appliquéd python shoulder bag

Frilly western fringe in bright magenta python makes for a little urban boho fun on this Costa Besace Appliqued Python Bag by Antik Batik. The shoulder bag base is embellished with long fringe as well as leather appliques in purple, cream, and fuchsia. It features no top handles but a braided double shoulder strap (not detachable), a fold-over flap front that holds the fringe and a concealed magnetic closure, and a zippered pocket on the exterior under the flap. The inside is lined in bright purple with has two more zippered pockets and a designer stamp. $390

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Lanvin Minaudiere Metal Oval Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Lanvin Miniaudiere Metal Oval Clutch

Easter may be over for this year but this little golden egg is a seasonless one that you can carry all year long. What really makes this Minaudiere Metal Oval Clutch by Lanvin so special is its decorative (and detachable) multistranded golden chain shoulder strap -- when you wear the bag cross-body style it acts as an extra embellishment, almost like a large statement necklace of sorts. The bag itself is a gold metal covered oval miniaudiere with a push lock clasp closure and a fully lined black satin interior. $2,825

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Swash Zebra Scarf Silk Crepe de Chine Bag, Handbag of the Day

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The pattern is one of those "so ugly it's cool" designs and the zebra part of this Swash Zebra Scarf Silk Crepe de Chine Bags isn't obvious at first but it's there if you really look. The relaxed shape is uber comfortable in off-white silk crepe de chine with a single, extra wide black leather shoulder strap. Other features include designer stamped tag, an open top, and an interior lined in brown cotton (it's wrinkled a little like a brown paper bag). Proof that statement bags don't have to be just for evening. $505

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Yves Saint Laurent Lucky Chyc Color-Block Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Yves St Laurent Color Block Bag

Saying "orange, pink, and mustard" doesn't sound very appealing but looking at orange, pink, and mustard on this Lucky Chyc Color-Block Tote by Yves Saint Laurent is another story altogether. Throw in some taupe, dark brown, and off-white and you've got an earthy but very modern take on color blocking. Details include visible black quilt stitch trim, very thin rolled leather double top handles, a "Y" compartment on the front exterior, protective feet, and a taupe twill lining with brown leather interior pouch pockets. In true tote style there's no top closure and no shoulder strap. $1,350

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Carla Mancini Flap Over Woven Print Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Carla Mancini Woven Flap Over Handbag

The woven look makes me think basket, and baskets make me think summer, green meadows, and picnics, so it's no wonder I like this Medium Flap Over Woven Print Bag from Carla Mancini. It's very golden and rich, featuring a slightly slouchy shape to keep all that crazy texture looking relaxed and easy breezy for the season. Features include a single braided leather top handle, detachable shoulder strap, zippered front exterior pocket, and a roomy, fully lined interior. A deeper, more interesting way to accessorize your neutrals this summer. $490

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Marc Jacobs Delray Pailette-Embellished Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Marc Jacobs Paillete Embellished Shoulder Bag

Here's one for the girly girls who are tired of bows and lace. A shimmering pink pailette treatment to catch eyes and invoke images of bubbly champagne and dainty lingerie. The Delray Pailette-Embellished Leather Shoulder bag by Marc Jacobs is a large shoulder bag made of blush leather covered front and back (the sides are left exposed leather) with perfectly matched oval-shaped pailettes. It has double rolled leather top handles and a heavy golden chain shoulder strap, plus the top closes via a darling push-clasp fastener with a designer stamp. Other features include protective metal feet and an interior fully lined in tan satin with one zippered pocket. Gorgeous. $2,350

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Bottega Veneta Crocodile-Effect Messenger, Handbag of the Day

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Bottega Veneta Crocodile-effect leather messenger bag

Upgrade your staple black leather look with this Bottega Veneta Crocodile-Effect Leather Messenger bag. It's slouchy, weathered, and casual, but also a little tough, edgy, and even glamorous. It features faded black leather with crocodile-effect trim, signature intrecciato detailing, and an adjustable shoulder strap with padding. The fold-over flap front closes via a small tab with a press stud (cute but not the most convenient to fasten) plus there's a pocket on the outside rear and several inside the roomy interior. It's fully lined in black leather and brown suede. $9,500

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Meredith Wendell Bucket Leather and Canvas Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Meredith Wendell Bucket Bag

This bag makes me happy. Meredith Wendell takes the season's color-blocking trend and gives it a preppy, slightly artsy vibe for giving everyday casuals a boost of energetic vibrance. The Bucket Leather and Canvas Shoulder Bag features shades of blue from deep indigo to bright baby blue, plus rich red in the form of patent leather "stripes" that end in designer-stamped metal tabs. It's divided into three major compartments plus one zippered pocket, has a bright red lining, and has double magnetic fastenings under the front flap. $795

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Embellished Fringed Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Ralph Lauren Embellished fringed leather shoulder bag

We have the Ralph Lauren Collection to thank for this metallic western-meets-bohemian shoulder bag. The Embellished Fringed Leather Shoulder Bag is not for the timid as it's not only really large but metallic silver all over and covered in long, thick, light-catching fringe. It also features several metallic discs in various shades, sizes, and designs, as well as a few pieces of genuine turquoise for an all around glamorous and eclectic look. The fold-over flap fastens with a button and the interior features three roomy pocket sections and whipstitch trim. $3,995

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Marc Jacobs Snake Suede and Leather Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Marc Jacobs Snake suede and leather clutch

This sherbet-hued creation from Marc Jacobs offers a lot in the way of color and personality despite being quite simple. The Snake Suede and Leather Clutch features raspberry suede paired with orange leather and raspberry python trim -- literally in the form of a python. The little snake has a small brown leather tongue and eyelash details, plus as a single pink crystal eye. The bag closes via concealed magnetic closure and the interior is divided into three compartments, the center zipped, and is lined in brown leather. $1,095

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Falabella Faux Leather Wristlet Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Stella McCartney Faux Leather Falabella Wristlet Handbag

Few do faux leather as well as Stella McCartney, and this reincarnation of her Falabella style is no exception. The ultra-thin style doesn't leave much room for stashing any but the most basic of necessities but the sophisticated rocker-glam vibe it puts off is more than worth it. The Falabella Faux Leather Wristlet Bag is all bright Ecru faux leather and gleaming gunmetal hardware, plus a little designer-stamped tag and some whipstitching details. It has a zip-top closure and is fully lined inside in designer-stamped twill. $380

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

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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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