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DKNY Logo Tote, Handbag of the Day

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DKNY Logo Tote
The DKNY Logo Tote is a classic, dark, wintery tote bag that will surely be a staple for years to come on those lazy days when you want to look pulled together without trying too hard or having to think too much about it. The logo-printed body is accented with black crocodile embossed leather and shiny goldtone hardware. Inside there's a black satin lining and two open compartments separated by a closed (zip-top) one. Also includes a logo key fob and a couple interior pockets (including one for your cell phone). £179

Michael Kors Skorpios Hobo, Handbag of the Day

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Michael Kors Skorpios HoboThe Michael Kors Skorpios Hobo is a classy Resort season hobo which practically emanates wealth and exclusivity.

To begin with, the bag is white, which instantly establishes that either the wearer doesn't ever get near anything dirty or that if they did, they could afford to throw it away and get a new one.

This hobo is the size of a big tote, at 16 1/2"W x 14"H x 5"D, and the slouchy shape can be expanded by undoing the goldtone clips at the sides. The soft leather face of the bag is trimmed with brown snakeskin-embossed leather, and the handle is brown braided leather with nautical-style clips -- very cruise ship.

The Michael Kors Skorpios Hobo is available for pre-order in limited quantities from Nordstrom for $1,095.00.

Hedda Stamped-Leather Tote, Handbag of the Day

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I like this bag, which is surprising since that big gold knob on the front kinda rubbed me the wrong way at first glance. It might be the pudgy slouchy shape, or the fun texture of the astrakhan-stamped leather, but either way this Hedda Stamped-Leather Tote would make a lovely addition to any handbag collection. Called a "forever bag" (and I have to agree) it's designed never to go out of style and features a front pocket under the flap, double zip closures on top with a flap pocket inside, and a detachable shoulder strap. $1,720

Carlos Falchi NM Tote, Handbag of the Day

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carlos falchi neiman marcus toteToday's bag is featured in the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book. While the department store's annual holiday extravaganza is a bit more muted than it has been in previous years there are still plenty of glitzy treats. The Carlos Falchi tote from Neiman Marcus is python-embossed microfiber and measures 17"H x 17"W x 5"D. The handy tote has 10" shoulder handles and comes with a matching zip pouch for cosmetics and small items. The exclusive part is that Carlos agreed to hand sign each one. It comes in black, red or silver with a contrasting signature and sells for $220.

Bottega Veneta NYCabat Bag, Limited Edition, Handbag of the Day

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Bottega Veneta NYCabat Bag, Limited Edition, Handbag of the Day
With a limited run of just 50, today's Handbag of the Day will go fast -- if you're willing to spend $7,100. Bottega Veneta creative director Tomas Maier has taken on the classic BV woven bag and added a taxi twist, creating the NYCabat bag. It's woven in the signature BV hand-crafted leather and then hand-dyed yellow and black. Big enough to be a commuter bag and carry your purse essentials plus extras, like office shoes, a newspaper, gym clothes, and so on. The bag is only available through the company's Fifth Avenue NYC store (699 Fifth Ave., 212-371-5511). Scheduled to arrive in November, so you can, and should, preorder now.

Coats N Totes "Bella" Dog Carrying Bag

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Coats N Totes Have you ever been walking along, noticed a lovely, large-ish purse, and then, upon closer inspection, saw a little dog in it? Seems the days of utilitarian Sherpa Bags are over, at least for on-the-go, sophisticated dogs and their owners (unless you're flying, then they're the best). Anyway ... Here's a high-end, attractive dog-carrying bag, if you're into Swarovski crystals. And if you've ever read Luxist, you know we love our Swarovski crystals. The "Bella" dog carrying bag by Coats N Totes is made of the finest Italian leather, is trimmed in large Swarovski crystals in the front and back, and has two large pockets on either side. It includes a soft padded floor and collar snap. Available in black, pink, or tan, made in the USA. $800


Kate Spade Coney Island Quilted Lilia Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Kate Spade Coney Island Quilted Lilia ToteThe Kate Spade Coney Island Quilted Lilia Tote shows us quilting on a new -- much larger than usual -- scale.

This lovely13½"W X 13"H X 3"D tote has big, diamond-shaped nylon quilt panels, which give it an unusual texture and a lot of interest! The juxtaposition of the soft, cushy panels and the rigid goldtone rings and metal chain shows both femininity and grit. It's a sensible, day-sized bag with a punk rock edge.

We love the way this bag would dress up any denim -- and add rock cred to your day job outfit. The bag is rounded out with a sexy, deep red lining, an unusually dark metal Kate Spade logo plate and patent leather trim.

No word on whether it doubles as a pillow, but we have an inkling that it would totally work.

The Kate Spade Coney Island Quilted Lilia Tote is available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $355.

Nancy Gonzalez Python/Crocodile Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Nancy Gonzalez Python/Crocodile ToteThe Nancy Gonzalez Python/Crocodile Tote is a sleek and interesting bag in a shade that most of us are missing in our handbag collection: grey.

This blue-grey color is going to be around awhile; not only did we see it last year and this year in clothing, it's been all over the runways for Spring 2010, and it's great it see it in the form of a handbag. Grey was a long-ignored neutral that was strangely revived by our recession -- even among the wealthy.

We can just see this complemented by the deep shades of sequins and velvet this fall and winter, and when things lighten up in 2010 -- this will look great with all the white and khaki! But enough about how much we love the color ...

This mixed python and croc bag is 15"W X 12½"H X 6"D and contains a beautiful and unexpected burnt orange suede lining. At such a large size, it may not surprise you that this has a zippered middle divider and detachable shoulder strep -- it's the perfect work bag.

The best part? Not the texture or the beautifully centered python skin, but the totally awesome covered studs. It's bad-girl with tact.

The Nancy Gonzalez Python/Crocodile Tote is available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $3,100.00 -- unless, of course, you live in California (no python).

Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily Plisse Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily Plisse ToteThe Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily Plisse Tote is an elegant, seductive twist on a classic shape.

The soft strips of plisse leather show sexy peeks of ivory beneath, and are housed in a sturdy frame to keep the bag from appearing too frivolous. This sensible bag's luscious texture make it stand out from the pack -- that ivory detail really catches the eye!

The top handle is an achievement in and of itself, with graceful silvertone hardware purposefully breaking up the line of the frame. The 14 3/5"H x 11 4/5"W x 6 3/10"D bag also includes a goldtone logo plaque on the side.

This Italian tote transitions easily from day to night and compliments almost any color. Of all the fabulous textures we'll be seeing this fall, this interpretation of plisse is one of our favorites.

The Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily Plisse Tote is available for pre-order from Neiman Marcus for $2,795.00.

Valentino Paillette-Embellished Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Another fabulous tote creation from Valentino! Shades of turquoise, gray, and black can work any time of the year but this tote is so luxe and eye-catching you'll want to be conscious of what you're wearing when you carry it. All over bead and paillette embellishments meet with a jewel and stone accented panel that runs down the front and silver hardware in the form of protective feet, clips on the removeable shoulder strap, and a magnetic push-stud closure at the top. Fully lined black interior with zip pocket. $4,695

Marni Pierced Wool Bag, Handbag of the Day

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This bag is actually much bigger than it looks in this photo -- I thought it was a cute little handbag and it's actually a very generously sized tote! The Pierced Wool Bag by Marni is a cozy way to carry your essentials about town this fall and winter, and thanks to its simplicity and neutral color tones you won't have to worry about having it clash with whatever you're wearing that day. Blue-black wool meets with a silvertone hardware piercing at the top, brown leather handles, and a detachable shoulder strap. Snap closures, fully lined with interior pockets, $1,105.

Marni Alpaca Tote, Handbag of the Day

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This fluffy, soft Alpaca Tote by Marni is the 'comfort food' of the handbag world. I only wish it weren't real fur (these days they can work wonders with the faux stuff) but if you're going to go there this is a least a gorgeous, classy way to do it. It's a lovely shade of white-gray called "frost" and has a silvertone frame and a sliding leather handle, internal pockets, and a twill lining. What a luxe, unique way to dress up your winter wardrobe. $2,440

Valentino Kaleido Gem-Embellished Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Totes aren't really party pieces but this one is so pretty and fabulous I would probably find an excuse to make it work as one. It's the Kaliedo Gem-Embellished Tote by Valentino, and they weren't messing around with the gems -- not a single visible surface is gemless aside from the shoulder strap, handles, and designer-embossed logo plaque. This glitzy number will make daily errands a glamorous occasion in graduated clear to brown faceted gem embellishments and a dove gray satin lining. Magnetic push-stud closure at the top, interior pockets, and protective silver feet. $2,995

Alexander McQueen Houndstooth Tote, Handbag of the Day

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While it might be fun to buy this bag now you'll probably want to wait a few weeks for cooler weather to wear it since it's made of wool. It's a fun (albeit busy) creation by Alexander McQueen of varying houndstooth patterns meeting all haphazard with patent leather accents like corner protectors, pockets with snaps and zippers, and double handles attached via buckle. Black and white with no top closure and two more pockets in the red cotton-lined interior (you might need a map to remember where you stashed everything!). $1,995

Bottega Venetta Sardegna Tote, Handbag of the Day

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Style is great, and I have a lot of fun covering bright (and sometimes downright obnoxious) handbag styles but here's a nice breath of fresh air from Bottega Veneta: the Sardegna Canvas Tote. It's one of those bags that's eyecatching not because of what it has but because of what it doesn't have -- it's so simple it makes a statement despite itself. Not to mention it's also outrageously useful and versatile because you can pair it with pretty much anything. Double top handles and detachable shoulder strap, top zip closure and no interior pockets. $1,180


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