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Zebra stripes at Versace, black beaver at Vera Wang, and those Fendi Monster bags (complete with ubiquitous charms) are everywhere this fall, ushering in what seems to be another new era of “more is more” in the handbag world. But these specialty bags can be difficult to maintain. In an industry where what's hot and what's not can change with...

If you are a fan of a well-made designer handbag (and who isn't!?), you are well aware of the eye-watering price tag that often accompanies the most popular and exclusive bags on the luxury market. Like most savvy shoppers, you have probably surfed the web, looking for that elusive deep discount or incredible bargain. But buyer beware; as many as...

Call it what you will: burgundy, cabernet, oxblood - the list goes on and on. Name notwithstanding, the arrival of Fall always brings a fresh crop of burgundy handbags, and this season there are some standout specimens. Here are two of the most luxurious and user-friendly burgundy handbag offerings for Fall 2014. The Fendi Peekaboo Bag ($3,400) If you're looking...

Although we are hearing a lot less chatter about designer “it” bags than we used to a decade or two ago, there are still a handful of designer bags and purses that will always carry “it” status and are always a good investment, no matter which decade it may be. Here are three of the most timeless handbags ever made...

When you're in the market for a high-end handbag, you will undoubtedly start to notice the number of bags being advertised with a very heavy emphasis on the specific type of leather from which they are made. With so many options available on the market, each type of leather possesses specific qualities that will inform how a handbag will wear...

If you have ever watched a televised awards show or seen a photograph of your favourite actress on the red carpet, whether you realize it or not, chances are you have seen a Judith Leiber occasional handbag. Judith Leiber is the occasional bag broker to the stars, and her designs cover everything ranging from the sophisticated to the downright wacky...

One of the biggest misconceptions about travel bags is that you must purchase something specifically made for travelling. Oftentimes, travel-specific bags are not only less than chic, but are also so obviously created for travel documents that they scream out to would-be thieves and pickpockets exactly where you have stashed your valuables. Fashion-conscious travelers know that you do not have...