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Although we've featured one of their understated pairs, these are just as beautiful as and probably more wearable than its colorful counterparts. Made of suede and leather and minimally accented with ruffles all along the vamp and circling around to the back, I especially liked the unexpected dose of beige at the toe. It features a cone heel and a front zippered pull tassel. You could wear them paired with a summer dress for evenings out and it's versatile enough to carry you into autumn with well tailored pants, a great fitting blouse, and a scarf. Originally selling for $480, they are on sale at Kisan Concept Store for only $240.

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The selling point for the Suede 'Star' Bag by Malo is its unique shape - and it's a good one. The tote bag is made of brown suede with leather trim. It has a firm, square bottom, from which soft sides extend upwards. The bag comes together at the top opening, which has no specific closure, in the shape of a four-pointed star. It has two shoulder straps with a generous drop, but the tote just looks like it should be carried casually, dangling from one hand while you stroll around a busy shopping district. It has two interior pockets so your mobile phone and car keys don't get lost at the bottom of the 12" x 12" x 12" tote. Price: $1,525.

Need a casual jacket for fall? Cole Haan's Suede Baseball Jacket seems perfect for keeping the chill off and looking sharp in general. The jacket is lightweight and made of soft, supple suede with an acrylic/cotton knit lining. It has a form-fitting, elegant cut that makes it suitable for general wear, as well as for wearing out to an informal dinner or to late night party, but it is kept from looking too dressy by the raw edges. The jacket zips up the front and has a barely-there collar. Honestly, it looks best when it is left open, but this is the kind of jacket that will be flattering to almost anyone. Price: $495.

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While the bags of fall were large, to say the least, we're pleased to note that some of the handbags we're seeing for winter are smaller and more feminine. When it comes to the Luella Sheepskin Fury Boxy Bag, we have a bag that is not only cute and girly, but with a remarkably cute name, as well. It is only 8"x11"x6" and is made of quilted orange suede, with contrasting white topstitching. The bag is trimmed with a chocolate leather and edged with ultra-soft sheepskin, which also lines the interior of the purse. The chain-link shoulder strap has a leather section at the top to make it comfortable to wear, but the chain itself actually adds a little bit of an edge to the bag, keeping it from looking overly adorable or clunky. Price: $995.

Even when we first heard that designer Tara Subkoff was teaming up with Easy Spirit to inject some trendiness into a brand long known for putting comfort ahead of everything else, we had our reservations. It sounded promising, but would the shoes stack up to other designer footwear? It appears that they do. These Suede Pumps are as fashion forward as any other pumps in stores this season, with the added bonus that they're still very comfortable. The platform heels are 4 3/4-in. high, including a 1 1/2-in. platform, and are covered in soft suede. They are available in red, grey or black. Price $430.

We all know that fashion is cyclic, and despite any variations that are included, the same themes come up over and over. With that in mind, it was just a matter of time before high-tops made a comeback. Prada has the Linea Rossa Suede High-Top for men out this season. The shoe is a classic lace-up, very similar in shape and style to the iconic Converse high-tops, with mesh and sued trim, topped with a velcro closure at the ankle. The main difference between these and Converse would be the red Prada logo on the tongue. Bergdorf Goodman has the shoe in brown ($380) and Neiman Marcus has it in blue ($370).

Elegant without going over the top, these understated sling-back pumps from Christian Louboutin are a great piece to add to your wardrobe before summer hits. The Suede Cork-Heel Slings are a soft suede in a warm, earthy tobacco brown. The base and heel of the shoe, but not the soles, are made of cork, which gives the pumps a natural, down-to-earth look but keeps them light on your feet. These pumps don't have the same punch as, say, the black Balenciaga platform pumps, but the sky high heels will still ensure that all eyes are on you - not just on your shoes. Price $670.