Rebecca Minkoff puts a youthful and edgy spin on the classic boxy-bag with the Mini MAB handbag. Made of leather with silver-tone hardware, leather handles and a detachable shoulder strap, this handbag is the perfect addition to your office attire, or a the perfect accessory to your mall outfit. Silve-tone studs complete the bag’s chic, edgy look.The handbag’s dimensions are 14″W x 10″H x 8″D, with a strap drop of 7 1/2″. The Rebecca Minkoff Studded Leather Bag is available at Nordstrom for $63…

Chloé puts a modern and luxurious spin on the classic bowler bag. The Kira bowler bag is made of leather with gold-tone hardware, top handles, a detachable locking-stud shoulder strap, and top zip closure with locking closure at the side. It has an internal zipped pocket to house your gadget and is lined in olive canvass. Chain-embellished trim and oversized studs at the front and back give the bag that luxurious, contemporary feel. It would add chic to your simple office ensemble.The Chloé Kir…

Just like any Alexander Wang-designed item, the Hilary shopper mixes simplicity with tough stylishness. Made of if 100 percent black leather, the handbag may be very casual and slouchy, but the contrast stud details throughout its front add just the right does of edginess that can toughen up any casual ensemble. It’s very roomy too. A plain black back, leather shoulder straps, and seam details at the sides complete the bag’s rock-‘n’-roll chic. The bag’s dimensions are Width 20″ / 51cmHeight 19…

I have always liked J.Crew’s collections. They are trendy yet simple; unique, yet functional. On top of that, the products are reasonably priced. I especially like the brand’s new Campo collection. The collection features earth-toned bags that are very modern, and yet they have this classic feel to them. My favorite from the Campos collection is the messenger bag. It is made of smooth oiled leather with gold-tone hardware. The oil allows the leather to practically repair itself. According to the…

Jimmy Choo is another designer whose handbags are catching up in popularity with his ‘red carpet’ shoes. Although the brand’s handbag collection was just introduced in 2001, it gained a huge following among the Hollywood crowd just like its shoes. Jimmy Choo products are especially popular among young celebrities. Perhaps it’s because of the brand’s unique combination of freshness and classic elegance, of luxury and practicality. Take the Ramona Bag for instance. It is a bag of choice for the l…

Christian Louboutin’s handbags are quickly becoming as sought-after as his shoes. And just like his shoes, his bags are sexy, elegant, and feminine. The Cadeau bag is no different. It is satin bow bag that has gold-tone hardware, chain handle, and signature back-to-back shoe clip fastening at the top. It also has an internal patch pocket, and the signature red lining. It’s the perfect accessory to your mini-dress for an understated yet totally elegant look. The handbag’s dimensions are:Width 7″…

Alexander Wang dresses for your days off, arguing that anyone can dress up and look glamorous. But it is during people’s downtime that people’s real styles surfaces. Wang’s design style blends classic and modern. Luxury and urban street. Contrasts. And this is apparent in his collections, as well as his accessories. Take the much sough-after Coco Mini Duffle Bag. It is made of texturized leather, with flat leather handles. Its interior is lined with fabric, and has a leather-trimmed zip pocket….

Brighten up your whole look with Mulberry’s Bayswater handbag. It’s made of patent leather with crocodile print throughout. The Bayswater bag has two top handles, and silver-tone hardware. It has a twist-lock clasp to fasten the fold-over flap. Its base has protective feet, and there are hidden buckles at the sides to expand it. Inside are zipped and pouch pockets. This Mulberry bag also ahs a padlock tag attached. It’s the perfect match for dressed-down ensemble. The handbag’s dimensions are: …

Liven up your plain and dark ensemble with Chloé’s Elsie shoulder bag. It’s made of luxurious gold lame, with a fold-over flap in front, gold-tone chain shoulder strap, and a gold-tone turnlock to fasten. Inside, it is lined with nude leather, and has a small internal logo-embossed pocket. Pair it with a dark loose jacket, and boots to for a regal effect. Chloé’s Elsie Lamé Shoulder Bags is available at net-a-porter for $1,250.Image source: net-a-porter

I might have been a couple of times after seeing some of his handbags that Jimmy Choo should stick to shoes. But then he’ll come out with some fabulous handbag, and I eat my words every time. That’s exactly what happened when I saw his patent and suede shoulder bag. I love its slightly unusual boxy shape and I love how the gold tone hardware and the gray patent and suede combination complement each other. Grey materials and gold tone hardware usually aren’t paired together. But in this bag, the…