Authentic Designer Handbags - How Many Should You Own?

As you probably realize, most women do own several different handbags. Of course, your purse needs to fit the place where you'll be going. Most wardrobes contain 1-3 evening bags, a traveling bag, an basic office handbag, and several just-plain-fun handbags. The point is, though, that you should get lots of use out of your handbag, so buy a designer bag. You'll appreciate an authentic designer handbag more because you did spend more for it and probably took time and chose it carefully.

Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Mink Clutch

I have to say I’ve never been a big fan of the fur handbag or even fur charms to attached to a handbag. I’ve watched a myriad of styles emerge from wide range of designers and nothing really spoke to me as something I would potentially own. It’s either too impractical, over-the-top or uber-expensive. On the other hand, I’ve been lusting after a Stephanie Diane Von Furstenberg handbag for some time and have been dying to get my hands on one for trial run. So, it’s no surprise the Stephanie Mink Clutch has caught my eye.
True to the Stephanie design, the Mink Clutch features a multi-colored woven exterior. Rich and lovely shades of honey browns, biege, blues and even a splash of purple work beautifully together in a surprising use of farm-raised mink. It has the feel of bohemian chic in a way that you could wear with denim or a great monochromatic ensemble.

I adore the smaller size of 10″ x 7″ x 1″ as it allows you to do fur without going over the top. Finished leather edges around the flap closure and opening will keep you from wearing the fur and extend it’s life. Inside there is a single zip pocket. A lovely removable, gold-tone chain and navy satin lining provide luxurious touches in this design.

The most surprising aspect of this bag is the price. While most fur bags are well over the 1K mark, this bag goes for $650 at Saks Fifth Avenue. A nice price-point for those of us who love fur and want to try this emerging trend.

CELEB: Rachel Bilson: Miu Miu Matelasse

Rachel Bilson was enjoying a little outing earlier this week. The 29-year-old actress met a friend for lunch and then did a little shopping at Barnes & Noble. She was dressed appropriately for this casual occasion. She wore a cozy top from My Line and a pair of skinny jeans. Her accessories were kept to a minimum — no jewelry and a pair of simple brown boots. However, she did manage to make a bold statement with her handbag. It’s the Miu Miu Metalasse Leather Tote!

What an excellent choice! And one that suits Bilson’s style nicely! I love the rich brown leather and bold hardware. Plus this bag features a unique quilting design that makes it absolutely unmistakable. The quilting also gives this bag a lot of definition and a slightly puffy appearance, almost like a giant marshmallow. Yummy! It is stylish, yet versatile. The perfect investment piece for Fall!

Peace Keeper Bag

We see all forms of media talking about women empowerment, but our male-chauvinistic world is yet to become a safer place for women. You can’t always have a boyfriend around to save you from eve-teasers, so carrying a pepper-spray has been a trend for quite sometime now.

An ace designer, James Piatt has hatched chic red bag that carries a weapon too. Not a gun or sword, but something strong enough to smack someone’s head.  It is the polyurethane handle I am talking about. It goes without saying the red color adds to its haute appeal.  Its priced at $85 but anything that makes you feel safe and secure is worth it.

Russian Nesting Doll Handbag by Christian Louboutin

Rich Russian culture – their aristocracy and their nesting dolls never go out of vogue (and this shows they have outlived the communist era). Renowned French Designer Christian Louboutin has created a Russian Nesting doll handbag for the Chanel Pre-Fall Russian themed collection. This cute doll is so deceptive that is looks like some personal rare Russian collectible doll. That’s the true rare exotic appeal of this designer purse – a never before design concept.

Of course not all celebrities have to spend on these designer accessories, some are lucky like British singer Lilly Allen, who it seems has been gifted one by designer Christian Louboutin himself. It looks quite different and stylish on her. Girls always love dolls, so they would love to carry this Russian Doll around!