What girl doesn’t love handbags? Not only are they practical and necessary, but you can wear them over and over and they are often provide that perfect finishing touch to your look. When fabulous handbags come at affordable prices, well that’s just every girl’s dream come true and that is why I am loving swell.com. Based in San Clemente, California, Swell is the # 1 surf apparel website that stocks fashion’s hottest styles as interpreted by surf and other beach-inspired lines. I was particularly attracted to the site due to their amazing handbag selection which features the hottest trends- studs, fringe, hobo, embellished, over-the-shoulder, cross-body- all at amazingly affordable prices.

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Keira Knightly

Keira Knightly wears Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Clutch in Black Patent $325.00.

Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Clutch – Burgundy – $325

Jessica Alba

Style icon Jessica Alba was spotted in New York last week carrying a black fringe clutch by Gerard Darel.  Jessica is a big fan of the Parisian fashion house and is often seen sporting clothing and accessories from the designer.  This trendy two-tiered fringe bag is the perfect accent to her sophisticated black ensemble.

Jessica’s Fringe Gerard Darel clutch is available at select for $380.00 at Bloomingdales stores.

The company will debut handbags at its spring presentation, which takes place Sept. 16 at The Chelsea Art Museum in New York. The collection of 28 clutches and evening cases are as elaborate as the brand’s dresses, with such details as beading, pleating and corsetry.

Key styles include a silver clutch with a profusion of beading and embroidery in an elongated oval shape and clutches with tassels. There are also exotic skins such as alligator, crocodile and lizard done in rich colors like aubergine and ochre. The bags will retail from $995 to $5,000 for an exotic skin.

“Some people don’t always have an occasion for a gown,” said Chapman. “You could wear these with jeans and a T-shirt.”

The company has no plans to launch ancillary categories as of yet, but “We always keep our minds open,” Chapman said coyly. In the past, Marchesa has tapped Christian Louboutin to partner on shoes for presentations. See entire article at WWD

Source: Women’s Wear Daily

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Anyone who lived through the 80s has cringe-inducing photos documenting the looks of the time: aggressive hair, giant shoulder pads, overly dramatic makeup … But there are some designers out there who are reinterpreting some of the good stuff from the 80s: the originality, the boldness, and the frank sexiness.

Emilio Pucci Dresses

A good place to start is with this Patchwork Cap-Sleeve dress by Emilio Pucci. Sure, Pucci may be best known for bright, abstract prints, but here the swirly aesthetic is put to use dramatically in shades of black, with solid and transparent patches. It gives a whole new definition to “patchwork.” Length is just under 20 inches from natural waistline. $1,860.00

Kate Spade Sandals

Kate Spade is an expert at knowing just how far to push a trend so as to maximize the use of her pieces in your wardrobe. These Kate Spade Women’s Glamour Sandals are no exception. The sexy T strap lengthens the leg, while grosgrain ribbon laces through the chain strap. Suede uppers. $299.00

Rebecca Minkoff Handbags

There was a certain tough-girl chic in the 80s that was expressed through bold, dark make-up and the use of studded leather. Rebecca Minkoff brings back the studded leather in the Stud Devote Tote. It is a black leather handbag with rings, gold studs, and a belted top. Closure is magnetic and the inside lining is tan and blue striped. It has two open pockets and one zip pocket inside. A roomy 17 x 11 x 7.5 inches, with a 31 inch adjustable strap, the tote is $695.00

Source: TheFind.com

I was really never a big fan of Coach handbags until the past two years. I must say Coach really has stepped up their game with luxury handbags. I have had a change of heart and I am totally considering a Coach purchase. I am so drooling over the new Cambridge Collection. My top two favorites are the Fringe Alexa and the leather Alexa Satchel. What do you guys think? Would you purchase either of these two styles?

Leather Alexa Satchel – $648

Fringe Large Alexa - $1,200

The Fringe Alexa is the collection’s centerpiece, with subdued studding, a mixed woven leather and chain handle, and of-the-moment fringe detailing giving this piece the ultimate in haute hippie flair. Bright metallics return this season and the Metallic Textured Cambridge Clutch and Metallic Alexa mix this trend with tough texture and perforated leather for an effect that is undeniably modern and edgy.

Source: Coach.com

Go ahead and indulge in deliciously rich bags with modern edges and classic shapes that are large enough to carry all your goodies yet fabulously chic enough to carry at night… Look for a great selection of handbags and clutches from Gustto’s Spring 2009 Collection – and for the first-time ever, one-of-a-kind samples straight from Gustto’s designer, Agathe Planchon’s personal stash. Prices starting at $150.

Items Available at the Sale Light Pink ultra-soft washed leather bag, with inside pocket and cell phone pocket. Front metal ring, gold hardware and leather handles w. Gustto tag, zip-closure and leather puller zipper. Retails $695, At Sale $280

Black shoulder bag in ultra-soft washed leather with inside pocket and cell phone pocket. Front zipper, silver hardware, leather strap with fringe and gold Gustto pendant, zip-closure and leather puller zipper. Retails $695, At Sale $280
Who: Gustto Handbags

What: Handbags, Clutches and One-of-a-kind Samples – Up to 60% Off Retail

Where: 182 5th Avenue
(Between 23rd and 22nd Streets)
New York, NY 10010
Second Floor
Directly Across from the Flatiron Building
P: 212-537-5897

When: Wednesday, August 26 10AM – 8:00PM
Thursday, August 27 10AM – 8:00PM

Isla Fisher

Isla Fisher carrying the new Parker Slim Tote in mauve ($358, FW09). Isla is also wearing Geralynn sandals from Coach Spring 2009. Parker returns this season with ultra soft gelato leather and a sweet knotted handle.

Parker Slim Tote – $358 in color brass/mauve

Source: Coach.com