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Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Slouchy Hobo, Handbag of the Day

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Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Slouchy HoboThe Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Slouchy Hobo is a perfect bag to follow this season's texture trend. This roomy hobo may look like it's covered in metallic chains, but it's actually chain-woven black metallic leather. How hot is that?

This metallic "Stephanie" number also comes in Silver and Gold, but we like the black -- a perfect, demure complement for all the 20s-style gear you'll be wearing around the holidays. The bright silver hardware is attractive and interesting, and the bag is lined in durable beige canvas. The texture makes this bag transition easily from day to night, even at 13"H x 17 1/2"W x 5"D.

The Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Slouchy Hobo is available from Neiman Marcus for $875.00.

Mojave Nomad Slouchy Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

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tylie malibu slouch bagCross a camisole with a baby sling and you might end up with this bag, the Mojave Nomad Slouchy Shoulder Bag by up-and-coming designer Lisa Izad of Tylie Malibu. Tylie Malibu is a 10 year old company that gets its inspiration from the California beach town, echoing the casual yet polished look that defines Malibu style. The styles are relaxed, crushable and roomy. All pieces are handcrafted in Tylie Malibu's Santa Monica design studio.

This leather bag combines delicate straps with an ample slouchy bag (17"H x 21"W x 3"D) which is lined in black fabric. The bag comes in black or olive leather with silvertone hardware. It sells for $315. Tylie Malibu's latest bags recently went on sale at Neiman Marcus.

Valentino Primevere Tote, Handbag of the Day

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valentino primevere toteWe've covered Valentino's flower purses before but this latest patent leather tote trades pretty for a bit of an edgier look. The black tote is covered with flowers for a look that is striking from a distance and fascinating once you get a closer view. The design peps up the basic tote style which is a 14" by 14" square that is 4" deep. The tote has goldtone hardware and there is also a detachable shoulder strap. It's on pre-order at Neiman Marcus for $2,495.

Arista Handcrafted Case for MacBook Air, Handbag of the Day

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Orbino Luxury Cases recently debuted the Arista case for Apple's MacBook Air. This bag is so clean and classic that I'd love to carry it even without a laptop, and with the rich color choices, I might even be persuaded to break away from my traditional black. Handmade by a single artisan in Orbino's Naples, Italy, workshop, the case is made from vegetable-tanned Tuscan leathers. Features include plush padding to protect your laptop, a gusseted front pocket, an iPhone/cell phone harness and an adjustable shoulder harness. The case is hand lacquered and has buffed, four-coat edging and hand-stitched detailing. Custom options to up the luxury quotient include being able to order a case made-to-measure and/or in limited edition skins such as crocodile, snakeskin and ostrich.

Prices start at $349; lifetime guarantee; worldwide shipment available.

Tod's Softy Messenger Media, Handbag of the Day

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What a comfortable casual shape and beautiful periwinkle blue combined together to add a punch of color and style to your warm weather wardrobe. It may not be the best shade for going with everything, but this Tod's Softy Messenger Media would certainly look great paired with any kind of white, black, or other neutral outfit. A perfect bag for running errands or going to meet a friend for coffee. Smooth grained leather with polished silver metal hardware, braided shoulder strap, side ruching detail, and embossed logo on the front flap. 15.5" x 11.5" x 4.5", $1800.

Coach Bleecker Leather Large Flap, Handbag of the Day

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If I had to choose just one bag to carry for the remainder of my days, it would be a bag like this. Large, sturdy and neutral. The vintage leather looks like it would just get more beautiful with wear and the wide strap promises to be comfortable when the bag is loaded up. The hardware is over-sized, but the brass blends nicely with the warm tone of the leather. On the back side, it has a handy open pocket and the interior features several more. Lined with Tattersall fabric, the bag measures 10" x 10" x 4" with a 14" strap drop. $448.

Dooney and Bourke Medium Logo Lock Satchel, Handbag of the Day

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I usually find Dooney and Bourke bags to be a little stiff and boring. This one isn't all that exciting, but I like it for its simplicity. Clean lines, the sparing use of silver-tone hardware, and the neutral color make this satchel perfect for every day use. It looks quite rugged and up to the job of toting around the stuff you just can't leave home without. The cowhide leather is water repellent and the bottom has protective feet. Measuring 10½"H x 17"W x 8½" D, the bag features internal zip and cell phone pockets. It is also available in a pretty blue, but I think we've seen enough pretty blue bags lately. $395.

Kooba Harper Gathered Slouch Bag, Handbag of the Day

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This bag manages to combine slouchy with neat. The decorative buckled straps across the front give it a look that is more pulled-together than you might expect in a large gathered style. Available in black or brown, it looks comfy and well-worn. The top stitching is done in a contrasting thread and the hardware is brass-tone. With double 5" drop handles, the bag features a scalloped front flap, two side flap pockets and a cotton lining. Measuring 9"H X 13"W X 6"D, it has an one interior zip and two cell phone pockets. $545.

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.

Furla Frede Bug Shape Bag, Handbag of the Day

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At first glance, this domed-shape bag doesn't really stand out. The details are spare and there is very little hardware to catch the eye. But maybe that is what makes it the ideal bag for every day use. With barely-there contrasting top stitching, the rolled leather handles attach to the bag as if they grew there. Softly gathered leather gives a feminine look and the light tan color goes with just about anything. With the logo embossed discreetly between the handles, the wide zippered closure gives full access to the interior, which is lined in logo fabric and features zip and cell phone pockets. Get it at Harrods for £355.00.

Roberto Cavalli Zebra Messenger Bag, Handbag of the Day

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To appreciate the impact of this bag, consider its size: a roomy 15" x 15" with a 16½" across-the-body strap. It's big and beautifully shaped in a brown and black zebra print, cinched at the top with a slim leather belt. The gold-tone hardware on the buckle and rings has a pretty pebbly texture and inside it's fully lined. A stunning fall bag for $2590.

Maxwell Scott Claudia, Handbag of the Day

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From Maxwell Scott's 2007 Contemporary Collection, the Claudia is designed to be beautiful and durable. All buckled up with antique brass hardware, it would make a great work bag and has a colorful surprise inside - electric blue lining. Made from supple Italian leather, it has comfy double handles and features one zip pocket in the large main compartment. This is classic tan, but it's also available in dark chocolate and night black. £249.99.

Marc Jacobs Mina Bag, Handbag of the Day

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I am seeing a lot of variations of this color in handbags this fall and I like it a lot. This deep plum leather is quilted with elastic, giving the bag a bit of give and an overall soft look. Nothing new about the chunky gold-tone chain strap, but it does look sharp against the diamond pattern of the bag. With a single zip pocket and classic kiss-lock closure, it is simply beautiful. $1395.

Anya Hindmarch Janie Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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This is not your average metallic bag. The fabric is called 'broken mirror' and the look is dramatic. Made from crackled calf leather, the stunning pewter fabric is repeated on multi-faceted 'gems' and again on the frame. You can never have too much of a good thing, right? The kiss-lock closure features pewter colored balls in a silver setting and the whole package is like a gorgeous piece of jewelry. $385.

Tod's Quilted Day Bag, Handbag of the Day

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Like a well-tailored suit worn with a crisp white blouse, this bag is classically good-looking. The tan and white strips on the snap flap look sharp against the matte black leather, and mirror the quilted stripes on the bag. Trimmed in bright white leather piping and accented with just a touch of silver hardware, the bag features a zippered pocket on the back and a divided interior with an additional zip pocket. $1575.

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