Looking for some new fashion this season? Try the Leather Linking Strap Flap Hobo (makes for a good tongue twister). Well, this handbag is a wonderful example of the magic of pastels. The truth is that these soft shades can never go wrong be it any time of the year. Designed by Dautore the accessory in reference comes in a pretty shade of pale pink (among other pastel shades) that we popularly know as Venus.

We are impressed with the fact that the maker has kept this handbag very understated. The most attractive feature is its intricately linked leather strap that manages to look both sturdy and dainty at the same time.

Other features include the lovely loose ruching around the flap-over front with magnetic closure. The logo-print lining is also very artsy. Made in leather, it’s measurements are 16″w x 10″H x 6″D with a 7″ drop. At $580, this one is a real steal!

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The Chloé Mira Shoulder Bag will leave you in a debate. Well, we do get a feeling that it will leave you undecided though might we also add that the overall look might please. It’s the huge crystal embellishments that sore the eyes. Otherwise, the bag has all that you look in for one. The size is generous at /”17cm W x 6″/61cm H x 4″/11cm D. The handle drop is 12″/30 cm. And the color tone is a basic skin shade of beige in exquisite eggshell leather.

The innards have been lined with a light peach-ish cloth type.  Other decorations on the bag include a gold-tone chain shoulder strap which does remind us of the fashion of the 80s. A weighted flap closure on the front indeed puts a tight lid on your bare necessities. There is a dangling golden charm too.

On top of all the mixed emotions the Chloé Mira Shoulder Bag will cost you an arm and a leg at $3,900. We are keeping our lips sealed on this. You go ahead and make you call. After all, fashion means different things to everyone.

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If you have noticed, we have always been a little partial towards neutral glam. And that is precisely why we are proud to bring the  Lamé Shoulder Bag to you. Available in the market under the brandname Chloé, this one is a delight to look at and even more if owned. The dull golden colors impress with their simple elegance.

The design complements the low bling factor of the purse which really is a strong point, if you ask us. The fold over pattern is pleasing to the eyes and also very convenient for the user. There is a rather delicate gold-tone double chain shoulder strap too while a smart turnlock enclosure with the embossed logo sits on the front flap.

The pattern of this purse has been broken very gracefully by creatinga couple of decorative seams that add another angle to the looks of this great catch. The inside is lined with nude leather with an interior pocket to hold your small items in place. At $1,250, the Lamé Shoulder Bag is one for keeps!

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There is no dearth of fashionable handbags but none that you can carry to your business meetings. So for occasions like these, we bring to you the Sea Snake Tote. Created by Sang A, this elegant carrier has been woven in sleek, natural sea snake and is lined in mocha silk. 

The Sea Snake Tote has a gold tone zipper to complete the overall look of the handbag. It is just perfect for all your business outfits and will let you make a fashion statement as subtlely as you like.

On top of all this, the bag is bif enough to keep your files and folders while the sippered compartment helps you segregate your personal stuff aside. Two interior cellphone-sized pokets can hold both your private as well as business phone. The tote measures up to 11″ x 12″ x 3″ and is priced at $2,800.

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The Crystal range is just right to satiate the handbag fetish in you. Rightfully called a handbag memento, these fashion accesories are the brain child of the Swedis designer Lena Bergström. Aimed to bring an extra edge to your style statement at the most glittering of balls, the bags indeed are something to die for.

The Orrefors collection include clutches made from solid crystal with the strap developed in stainless steel. The items are part of a limited edition of five, so your desire for exclusivity can be easily met with.

Interestingly, Lena has name the bags after her sisters, mother and herself. Well, that explains Siv, Lena, Gunilla and Christina. The designer reveals that she, her sisters and mother are very different people and in the similar manner she has tried to give each of her handbags a similar mold but with different expressions. The price range for this little indulgence is between £3250 and £3700.

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The hard times have struck all businesses, be it the regular ones or those in the ultra-luxe category. But yes, there are a couple of names like Gucci, Cartier and Armani that have opened new stores in different regions all over the world. But Hermes is not one of them. Empire expansion is not on the brand’s priority list. The company rep was heard saying that the financial turbulence will last another year or two. Watches and jewelry are not so popular but looks like certain exotic-skin Hermes bags is running waiting lists for several years.

Now to meet with the growing demands of the fashion world, Hermes has started breeding its own crocodiles on farms in Australia. Ouch! Now, this might hurt the animal lover within but we are told that some three to four crocodiles make one Hermes bag.

The brand has its leather goods accounting for 40 percent of its business. Agreed that the wealthy consumers are spedning less but they are remaining loyal to their brand.So, Hermes does have a chance of scraping a little too well through the recession.

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How do we know that spring is finally here? Well, we do have the option of looking out of our windows but even the fashion helps us realize the change in season. With spring, everything becomes happier and livelier. So you can expect a more than a few extra strokes of bright colors that will definitely add a skip in your sandaled step. Take the tote bag and scarf set created by Isaac Mizrahi.

Designed especially for the New York Times, this handbag has been made in vivid red twill and leather that will being to impress from the first glance itself. Plus there is a tangerine hued silk chiffon scarf and a bright yellow New York Times signature medallion. We hear that the color combination has been inspired by the NY Times building designed by architect Renzo Piano.

Indeed, a unique kind of fashionable ode to the famous newspaper house. So far only 600 of these bags have been made and are available for sale at the NY Times store. Each comes numbered with a cotton storage bag and gift box for an affordable $299.

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