Garden Party-Ready Wristlet $16 at FredFlare!

This sparkly, zig zag clutch is all you need at a summer garden party; slip your wrist through the loop as you sip your mojito! Love the Missoni-esque zig zag stripes... It's $16.00 at FredFlare. Check out FredFlare's Big Summer Sale, with items up to 85% off!

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Office-To-Beach Tote by Lauren Flury Poised To Become Your Summer Go-To Handbag!

This summery tote by Lauren Flury appeals to your inner preppy heart! With a snappy, tangerine quilted body and buckle details on the contrasting tan trim, you can port your essentials to the office, or slip in a magazine and water bottle, and head off to the beach! Never fear, a little sunscreen smudge or coffee spill can be wiped off the easy-clean microfiber exterior. Smart never looked so good! It's $190.00 from Lauren Flury. Get free shipping on your order until June 30, 2012!

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Classic Patent White Longchamp On Sale from Magnums.net!

Summer's not summer without a chic, pristine, white handbag! Crafted from white patent leather, this Longchamp classic has a detachable shoulder strap for your convenience. Slip on your oversize sunnies and a headscarf and stroll along the boardwalk with your floor length caftan blowing in the wind... It's $246.00, regularly $492.00, from Magnums.net.

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Unbelieveably Cool Kiss Overnighter Bag by BlueQ!

Swing this good-lookin' overnighter bag over your shoulder and you might want to stay for more than just a night! Mod graphics put you in a happy mood to get the heck out of town on a Friday afternoon, and the 95% post-consumer recycled material make you feel good about doing it! Best yet, this looker is $17.99. Spend the rest on a fabulous bikini. It's $17.99 from BlueQ.

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The Happiest Summer Tote Ever by Tsumori Chisato, On Sale at Opening Ceremony!

This colorful tote by Japanese designer, Tsumori Chisato, will put a smile on your face even as you brave the sticky summer heat! Crafted of vinyl in a print that is reminiscent of a color-blocked dalmation, luxe leather handles and "foot studs" on the bottom, you can tote it on the city streets, or pack it up with iPad, sarong, water bottle, towel and head off to the beach! Summer never felt so good... It's $147.00, regularly $200.00, from Opening Ceremony. Check out the other thousand cool items on sale at OC!

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The Dooney & Bourke Brasil Smooth Leather Crossbody Bag is Spring bag perfection, from Macy*s!

As we lighten up for spring, with lighter layers, lighter colors, why should we port around a heavy handbag? This Brasil Smooth Leather Crossbody bag by Dooney & Bourke is the perfect accessory for a spring look: slip in your purse, lipstick, phone, and you're ready for a weekend jaunt around town. Your hardest task will be picking which delicious color to get! It's $198.00 from Macy*s.

Port your iPad in style: in an ASOS envelope clutch $29.09!

This chic little clutch from ASOS is just the thing to port around your iPad to meetings, presentations or interviews! In a soft pistachio color, the clutch is crafted of easy-to-clean faux leather with an embossed snake finish. Best yet, it's 29.09, regularly $36.36, from ASOS.

Spade leather Jane $498 from Kate Spade!

Taking cues from it's fancier cousin, the Chanel shopper, this zesty little number from Kate Spade charms with the same quilted leather and chain handles, but in a twist of chartreuse!  Cheeky and on point for spring, it'll look great popping from a pallette of neutrals -- slip on a bright pair of heels, and you're set!  It's $498.00 from Kate Spade.

Large Black and Grey GG Canvas Flat Hobo $479 from Gucci San Marcos Outlet!

Even if you do nothing else, a new handbag can really put you in the mood for a new season. This hobo style bag from Gucci could be your new go-to bag for spring; it adds some haute couture flair to any outfit! And best yet, it comes at a discount! The friendly sales staff at the Gucci Outlet in San Marcos, TX keep me posted on new arrivals, and this beauty can be yours for $479.00. If you're interested, drop Anh a line at jared1.gucci.sanmarcos@gmail.com. Keep in mind all sales are final. There are no returns or exchanges. The Gucci salespeople will ship your item UPS ground to the billing address of your credit card with signature required upon delivery for $10. Happy spring!

Covet a Goyard, cherish a Mischa!

There's something tres chic about these waxed canvas Goyard totes with abstract patterns that have seen a bit of a resurgence in popularity in recent seasons. They're good looking, waterproof, easy to carry, but unfortunately, they cost the better part of a stylish girl's paycheck. (Beware of online "discount Goyards" which are actually fakes, since the brand--in true Parisian legacy style--has no e-commerce presence.) But, covet and sigh no more because Mischa has stepped in with a snazzy substitute! This Jet Set tote in shades of turquoise, trimmed with tan leather, is a fab facsimile. Inspired by Japanese Obi fabric designs, it has a fresh, modern look, perfect to sling over your shoulder as you jet off to the beach, or run your weekend errands. Covet no more, and cherish your Mischa! It's $175.00 from Epaulet.

Tory Burch straw tote $195 from Nordstrom!

Straw bags have never struck my fancy; maybe because I grew up in the West Indies where they are pretty ubiquitous, and I suffered from "straw fatigue"? Maybe it's because I associate them with childhood, something that a little girl would tote around. Well, that's until I spotted this very grown-up, graphic take on the straw bag from Tory Burch. Red and orange straw fibers are interwoven with leather, and finished off with a very polished leather handle making for a sophisticated--and graphic--look indeed. This straw bag is all grown up and ready to set off into the world! It's $195.00 from Nordstrom. Get free shipping on your order until 4/1, just enter code FSMAR until checkout. 

Botkier satchels, clutches and hobos half-off at Refinery29!

Happy Valentine's Day! Ditch the drugstore chocolate and head over to Refinery29 for a real pastel treat! Botkier's uber-cool bags in spring-friendly hues are ripe for the taking. When you spend $100, you’ll score $200 to shop OR spend just $175.00 and get $350.00; it's that simple.

Bob Messenger Tote from Freitag!

This Freitag messenger tote is a snazzy, waterproof and durable method of porting around your belongings! Large enough for a laptop, books, iPad, even a change of clothes, this good-looking bag is crafted from used truck tarpaulins, so it will take a beating for sure! Each item is unique, so feel confident you're getting an original! It's $247.00 from Freitag. Makes a great gift for the guys, too. Make sure to check out their flagship store in NYC located at the corner of Prince St. and Bowery.

Kyoko Tote $49.50 on sale at LeSportsac!

The subtle sheen of this tote lends a little whiff of urban sophistication to a mostly utilitarian tote!  Chic with jeans as you run your weekend errands, or as a carryall tote for a quick mid-winter getaway, this tote can be your trusty sidekick. A coated nylon surface makes it great for beach or poolside as well. Best yet, it's on sale for $49.50, regularly $99.00, from LeSportsac.

Furla Carmen zip shopper $278 at Bluefly!

This is a good-looking everyday bag, sporting clean lines and understated hardware. Luxe pebbled leather adds a bit of interesting texture, too. Best yet, it's on sale: regularly $498.00, now $278.40, at Bluefly!

Get 30% off final sale items, in-store and online at J.Crew, ends 1/20!

Commute in style, whether it's walking a few blocks or hopping a train or bus! This leopard print tote looks luxe in suede, and is sized for all your day's essentials: magazine, water bottle, lunch, makeup bag, etc. Handy interior and side pockets mean that you'll never be standing on the steps digging for your keys ever again! It's $158.00, regularly $198.00, from J.Crew. Until 1/20, get an extra 30% off sale items: just enter code MUSTHAVE at checkout! 

The almost-Goyard C.Wonder Coated Canvas Tote, $78!

I'm not going to lie to you, but I have to say, I would be just as happy getting this $78.00 C.Wonder Coated Canvas Bucket Tote as I would an $800.00 Goyard one. No, really, I would. Because let's face it, even the Goyard features coated canvas, which means that you're paying eight-hundred bucks for the chic look and coy logo. And speaking of logo, you can actually monogram your C.Wonder tote for just a few bucks more. So get one, and laugh all the way to the bank with your chic and thrifty self. It's $78.00 from C.Wonder.

Treesje Mia studded hobo 20% off at Magnums!

Having trouble lining up that perfect fall bag? Consider this very stylin'--and practical--studded hobo from Treesje! Crafted from soft Italian leather, it's roomy enough to stash your everyday essentials and relaxed without being slouchy, so it's welcome at the office. Get yours! It's $425.00 from Magnums. Plus, get 20% off all Treesje bags by entering code TREESJE at checkout, and free shipping on all orders over $50.

Save big on Rebecca Minkoff accessories, thanks to Refinery29, ends 10/18!

Refinery29, the locus of all things hip online, has partnered with Rebecca Minkoff to give you some amazing savings! This is the perfect chance to nab that edgy fall handbag because if you spend $50, you get $100; if you spend $100, you get $200! Why are you waiting? Buy your voucher here! Printed dresses, pumps, leather jackets, fab handbags, take your pick... (My fave is this Mini M.A.C.; slip it into your larger day bag, and pull it out as you run out for lunch or after work cocktails).

Longchamp Le Pliage Large Folding Tote $120 at Magnums!

This particular shade of mauve, or sometimes "greige", has been so popular as a nail polish color in recent seasons. It was only a matter of time before we'd see the color transposed onto clothing and accessories. And so, here we have the perfect, versatile, travel-worthy accessory: the mauve Longchamp folding tote! It looks great with a cool or warm pallette, also with denim of any shade. Fold it up, snap it shut and slip it into your suitcase as an extra bag for those unexpected purchases, or use it as your main handbag. Either way, you'll be chic and ready for whatever adventures come your way! It's $120.00, regularly $145.00, from Magnums!