Designers Handbags

Want a neutral handbag with snazzy, metallic style and plenty of soft leather? Anya Hindmarch has a new shoulderbag – the Leather Mirror Bag — that synthesizes smooth calf leather in a chilly grey tone and mirror-leather silver finish to create a masterpiece. The hobo style also makes it easy to carry over your shoulder and tuck just under your arm — a must-have for any bag I own. The suede-lined inside and functional pockets make it a great everyday bag with a touch of jazz to make it a great accessory to any outfit for $1,195 (19 1/2″ x 2″ x 13 1/2″).

You gotta love a bag named “Groovee,” and this Dr. Q Colorblock Groovee by Marc Jacobs has a lot more to love than just its name. Available in two color schemes (wine multi and midnight multi) it’s made of casually flashy crinkled patent leather with a flat bottom (including protective metal feet of course), gold metal hardware, a removable shoulder strap, a zip top with an extra long pull tab (yay for less fumbling!), 3 pockets on the inside, and a multi-colored textile lining. $498

Bright and cheerful, the Miss Pocket Patchwork Snakeskin North/South Bag by Dolce & Gabbana will go with almost any outfit (probably best on solid colors though) and in my opinion fits in during any season. Made in Italy of genuine snakeskin with suede trim, it has silver hardware, a fine textile lining, and a suede patch embossed with “Miss Pocket” on the inside. It also has short leather handles and a longer shoulder strap (both detachable), plus an engraved nameplate that dangles on the outside of the bag. $3,995

I like this Versace Stamped Croc Darling Tote because it’s neutral, it’s generously sized, it has a nice relaxed shape, and (perhaps best of all) it has straps that convert it for backpack wear and side ruching that can be unbuckled to increase capacity. A very real and useful convertible bag. It also has a healthy dose of style from slightly iridescent crocodile leather, gold metal hardware, and a satin lining. It also features metal feet, loads of pockets (most of them with zipper closures), and padded leather handles. $4,335.