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1. Danish Artist Wins Louis Vuitton Copyright Court Case | Nadia Plesner Darfur Art Beats Brand Protection - 2011-05-09 00:50:35-04
   Nadia Plesner has finally received justice, and a hefty payout from Louis Vuitton. The Danish artist has been relentlessly pursued by the French fashion house for years for using an image of a gaunt African child holding a Louis Vuitton Audra handbag in her artworks. Plesner stopped using the image on Guernica T-shirts and posters aimed [...]
   
2. DKNY Active Coated Purse | Contrast Trim Monogrammed Convertible Clutch - 2011-05-09 16:42:17-04
   A pretty purse for practical people, this DKNY clutch offers a lot of p's for the price. OK, so this isn't anything remarkable. It is just a bright and cheery purse with a hint of designer charm. The shape is predictable and rectangular, whilst the short strap pretty much does what it says on the tin. Even the color scheme would [...]
   
3. Harveys Stella Small Hobo | Woven Black Seatbelt Handbag - 2011-05-09 21:35:53-04
   Once upon a time every Harveys bag looked kind of the same. The sizes changed, but essentially they were the same old woven seatbelt bags. So I'm thrilled to see Harveys branching out a little with more recent designs like the Stella. Harveys still uses its durable seatbelts to create this hobo, but it uses them [...]
   
4. Passchal's Bags for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex | Mary Ann Tire Tube Purse for TSC Charity - 2011-05-09 22:21:35-04
   Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) isn't a disease that grabs a lot of headlines, but Passchal and Illinois arts student and TSC sufferer Mary Ann Scroggins are looking to change all that. Mary Ann teamed up with the eco-friendly accessories line to create a handbag collection to commemorate Tuberous Sclerosis Awareness month. TSC is a genetic disease [...]
   
5. Hayden-Harnett Garde Chain Bag | Gray & Brown Lambskin Tassel Cross-Body Purse - 2011-05-09 22:55:07-04
   Hayden-Harnett shows us how head-turning classic colors can be with this Garde chain bag. Gray and brown don't ordinarily impress me much, but when they're paired together the result is quite striking. I'm still not sure the combination works, yet I can't take my eyes off it so I guess Hayden-Harnett is doing something right! The [...]
   
6. Mulberry's New Book Celebrates 40th Anniversary | Venetia Dearden Photographs British Fashion Label Hardcover - 2011-05-09 23:23:13-04
   Mulberry is celebrating 40 years in the fashion business with the release of Mulberry The Book, a tome which commemorates the label's place in the industry. Mulberry enlisted famed photographer Venetia Dearden for the project. She trailed Mulberry staff for the last three years, capturing them working at the factory and on photo shoots, and putting [...]
   
7. Helena de Natalio Shandi Tote | Suede Ikat Print Drawstring Handbag - 2011-05-10 01:53:01-04
   Most Helena de Natalio bags are elegant creatures that ooze luxury, but most of us don't live our lives attending a string of high teas and charity luncheons. So it's refreshing to see the label offering something a little more low key with this Shandi tote. The Shandi is a real hippie chick with its Ikat [...]
   
8. Cleobella Nikko Hand-Beaded Hobo | Extraordinary Detailed Luxury Purse - 2011-05-10 08:17:46-04
   Who said Boho had to be scruffy? This spectacularly complex Cleobella hobo shows that beads and tribal prints can look utterly classy. Were this just a fabric bag, then it seems fair to assume that the Nikko wouldn't necessarily stand out from the crowd. The pattern is exotic and interesting, but it is also muted enough [...]
   
9. Gucci Greenwich Leather And Python Shoulder Bag | Hip And Exotic Asymmetrical Black Hobo - 2011-05-10 11:33:03-04
   Because they've been around for decades, Gucci is one of those household names sorts of lines. But that doesn't mean they're always consistent. The house has been through a lot of ups and downs in the past twenty years or so. Right now, they seem to be on the upswing. This Greenwich hobo is a [...]
   
10. Halston Heritage Small Watersnake Clutch | Fabulous And Affordable Exotic Balloon Clutch - 2011-05-10 16:00:40-04
    Halston's Heritage line is one of the most fashionable and least expensive diffusion lines out there. They consistently produce bags of high quality at low prices, and this watersnake clutch is a great example of their hip, young aesthetic. I love the look of watersnake. It isn't as durable as python or some of the other [...]
    
11. Hermes Evelyne III Bag | Simple Perforated Logo Cross-Body Bag - 2011-05-10 17:08:18-04
    Hermes is a fashion house that celebrates classic accessories, rather than releasing purses that play to current fashion trends. So rather than giving us something new, Hermes has reinvented its Evelyne style with the Evelyne III. This time around Hermes has made its strap adjustable. It's a small change but a very convenient one which helps [...]
    
12. Karen Elson Designs for Nine West | Model's Handbags & Shoes for Vintage America Line - 2011-05-10 17:49:33-04
    Karen Elson is the latest celebrity to turn fashion designer, with a capsule collection for Nine West in the works. The flame-haired Brit will design shoes, handbags, and jewelry for Nine West's Vintage America line. The collection should appeal to fashionistas of all budgets, with pieces starting from $32 and topping $269. Early sketches suggest Elson's collection [...]
    
13. Mar Y Sol Maybelle Purse | Crochet Raffia Rose Clutch - 2011-05-10 19:07:40-04
    Raffia and Crochet. Two sublimely summery ingredients combined for the first time in this Mar Y Sol purse! You see, that pink layered rose is actually constructed from raffia. Raffia in a crochet pattern, granted, but lightweight raffia nonetheless. Usually rose purses like this are made from leather or a chiffon fabric, so to see the shape in [...]
    
14. Hilary Radley The Outfield Tote | Budget Berry Red Nylon Carryall - 2011-05-10 19:09:28-04
    Hilary Radley goes cheap and cheerful for The Outfield tote. From a distance this is a good looking bag, minimalist but stylish with its berry red body and sophisticated leatherette trim. It's only when you start to look closer that the illusion fades. The nylon body looks really cheap, like something we'd see on a gym [...]
    
15. Pesu Designs Japanese Earthquake Tote | Charity Handbag for J. Crew - 2011-05-10 19:59:21-04
    It's hard to believe that more than two months have passed since the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Many designers were quick to release accessories to raise funds for relief efforts, but a few new ones are still trickling in. This tote bag is the latest; it's the work of Japanese artist Pesu who worked [...]
    
16. Hobo International Aster Cross-Body Bag | Small Vintage Turn-Lock Orange Patent Leather Purse - 2011-05-10 21:18:20-04
    When we've got a busy day ahead, the last thing we want is a clunky accessory weighing us down. Hobo International helps us travel light with this stylish Aster cross-body bag. The Aster's sexy curves and polished turn-lock closure are pure vintage, but the patent leather brings it into the 21st century. I love the bold [...]
    
17. Hype Russel Satchel | Structured Woven Pearl Leather Handbag - 2011-05-11 02:05:57-04
    The Russel has a masculine name, but this Hype satchel is a real lady. The Russel manages to interpret the feminine structured bags of the 50s on a much larger scale. Our eyes are instantly drawn to the front panel with its even diamond weave, but this isn't the only element of interest. Its flap-latch closure [...]
    
18. Louis Vuitton Top Luxury List | French Fashion House Named Most Powerful Designer Brand - 2011-05-11 03:05:43-04
    Louis Vuitton has proven itself to be the world's most powerful luxury force, after taking out the top spot on Millward Brown Optimor's annual luxury list. The standings consider revenue, profits, and overall brand value. Louis Vuitton has dominated the list for as long as I can remember, and surprisingly its valuation always gets bigger. Its [...]
    
19. Imoshion Roxbury Tote | Black & Gray Faux Fur Studded Handbag - 2011-05-11 04:05:51-04
    Imoshion goes wild with this Roxbury tote. I just wish it had reined in its enthusiasm. A faux fur bag like this is the ideal compromise for girls who love the look of animal skins but have ethical reservations. But I've seen the fur alternatives used more convincingly than this. I think the biggest problem is [...]
    
20. Hannah MacGibbon Leaves Chloe | Clare Waight Keller Replaces Creative Director - 2011-05-11 05:05:34-04
    Chloe has parted ways with its creative director Hannah MacGibbon. Pringle of Scotland's Clare Waight Keller will replace her on June 1. MacGibbon worked for Chloe for the past decade, including the last three years as head designer. However Chloe decided not to renew her contract, although it's a little unclear why. Chloe's official line is that [...]
    
21. Inge Christopher Mallorca Clutch | Black Pleated Satin Beaded Frame Purse - 2011-05-11 06:05:30-04
    Inge Christopher's created a black bag that's far from basic with this Mallorca clutch. Inge Christopher has taken the traditional frame clutch and given it a quirky makeover. The satin body is folded origami style into a series of Oriental pleats, which are complemented by the intricately beaded frame. This frame is so unusual, with a [...]
    
22. Dolce & Gabbana Lory Purse | Leopard Print Zip-Around Box Clutch - 2011-05-11 09:30:47-04
    D&G neatly demonstrate the difference a little class can make in a leopard print clutch. You see, leopard print can be kind of tacky. Done wrong, it looks more "tarts boudoir" than "exotic luxury", and it just isn't good. However, when someone like Dolce & Gabbana turn their hands to it, you see why this pattern [...]
    
23. Isaac Mizrahi Chic Tote | Gesso Printed Natural Canvas Handbag - 2011-05-12 02:59:40-04
    Isaac Mizrahi tests our sanity with this Chic Gesso Printed Tote. The designer plays by the rules here, giving this tote a traditional boxy shape and pair of rolled handles. It could have come from any fashion house, which is both a blessing and a curse. I love the clean look that Isaac Mizrahi offers, but [...]
    
24. Louis Vuitton Launches Cannes Pop-Up Store | Temporary Boutique for Film Festival - 2011-05-12 03:05:55-04
    The movies aren't the only exciting element of the Cannes Film Festival. Louis Vuitton will make sure the French movie event is a glamorous affair with the launch of a new pop-up store in La Croisette. The temporary store is easy for fashion lovers to find, as it's right next to Louis Vuitton's existing Cannes digs. [...]
    
25. J. Furmani Woven Metallic Clutch | Affordable Silver Synthetic Evening Purse - 2011-05-12 04:05:20-04
    Woven leather is a high end designer trademark, but you needn't spend the big bucks to enjoy this look. J. Furmani replicates this luxury staple with this more affordable woven metallic clutch. OK, so no one's going to mistake this purse for a Bottega Veneta. Its weave is too chunky, and its synthetic too stiff to [...]
    
26. SURevolution Limited Edition Mochila Bags | Woven Wayuu Handbags from South America - 2011-05-12 05:05:25-04
    SURevolution has released a limited edition collection of Mochila bags to celebrate summer. The woven tribal style purses, which are amply proportioned at 12 x 9 x 9 inches, are perfect for the festival season! Each bag is handcrafted by women from the Wayuu tribe, a people living in the Guajira region between Venezuela and Colombia. [...]
    
27. Kate Spade Chrystie Street Holdall | Large Anisha Leather Tote - 2011-05-12 08:52:00-04
    Need to carry the kitchen sink somewhere? Then this spacious oversized tote is the obvious choice! This huge leather tote is, actually, pretty basic. Sometimes Kate Spade produces simple purses like this, and when she does there is almost always something that makes them a little bit special. In the case of the Anisha tote I think the [...]
    
28. Antik Batik Bongo Embellished Leather Shoulder Bag | Glitzy Heavy Metal Inspired Black Bag - 2011-05-12 14:24:04-04
    I hadn't really heard of Antik Batik until a few seasons ago, but I am duly impressed by their offerings. They have this very posh rock-n-roll bohemian aesthetic that is immediately recognizable, and their prices are almost always amazing. This Bongo bag is one of the best I've seen in the line, yet. The smooth black [...]
    
29. DKNY Ruffled Leather Shoulder Bag | Sweet And Feminine Pastel Pink Bag - 2011-05-12 17:00:48-04
    DKNY has had a great run, lately. They've been really on-trend, and their prices have stayed remarkably affordable. This ruffled leather shoulder bag is a great addition to their growing line of fabulousness. The pastel pink color of this leather is not ordinarily something I'd go for, but it's so pale that it almost becomes neutral. [...]
    
30. MICHAEL Michael Kors Sloan Python Effect Clutch | Chic Exotic Oversized Leather Clutch - 2011-05-12 20:00:09-04
    As I've said before, MICHAEL Michael Kors really has a way with faux snakeskin. This Sloan clutch is a great example of how it makes sleek, exotic looks happen at affordable prices. The material on the Sloan is awesome. The faux python looks entirely authentic, and the leather material is durable and beautiful. The scaled texture [...]
    
31. J. Renee Reva Clutch | Sophisticated Affordable Silver Purse - 2011-05-12 20:58:42-04
    I don't know about you, but I don't like to spend a lot of money on after-five accessories. My social calendar just isn't busy enough to justify a purse that won't get a serious workout. However, all too often affordable clutch purses look just as cheap as their prices. So I'm thrilled to find the [...]
    
32. J. Tiras Nancy Clutch | Blue Swarovski Crystal Studded Evening Purse - 2011-05-13 02:05:49-04
    J. Tiras gives us plenty of bling with the Nancy clutch. We've seen so many crystal covered clutches, but I'm still dazzled by this purse. Bright and shiny things always bring out my inner bowerbird, but there are a few unique elements here that make my heart beat even faster. Those aqua blue Swarovski crystals make [...]
    
33. Own Pippa Middleton's Modalu Purse | British Designer Rereleases Sold Out Bristol Bag - 2011-05-13 03:05:29-04
    We all fawned over Katherine Middleton and her handsome Prince William, but it seems Kate's sister Pippa was the real star of the recent royal wedding. She wowed us with her slinky white cowl-neck bridesmaid dress, and fashionistas have been watching her ever since! In fact, when Pippa stepped out the day after the wedding carrying [...]
    
34. Jack Georges Ostrich Secretary Wallet | Brown Exotic Credit Card Purse - 2011-05-13 04:05:16-04
    Jack Georges looks to bring a bit of opulence to your everyday with this Ostrich Secretary wallet. This wallet is crafted from genuine ostrich breast. This part of the bird doesn't have quite as many nodules as the neck, which most designer's favor, but that just makes it a bit kinder on the hip pocket. I [...]
    
35. Pansy Maiden's New Ultrasuede Handbags | Eco-Friendly Recycled Plastic Bottle Bags - 2011-05-13 05:05:33-04
    Eco-label Pansy Maiden has expanded its handbag collection with a range of bags made from vegan ultrasuede. This unique material mimics soft calfskin suede but it's 100% cruelty-free. The vegan material substitutes animal products for 80% recycled plastic bottles. I hear it's so soft that you won't even miss the genuine article, whether you're a fan [...]
    
36. Jalda Evil Eye Clutch | Convertible Pebble Leather Purse - 2011-05-13 06:05:37-04
    With the Evil Eye Jalda has created a clutch that's not as devilish as it sounds! This clutch gets its name from its large elliptical metal accent. Don't you think it looks a little like an evil eye? This silvery detail is modern and a great foil for the clutch's soft black leather body. Without it [...]
    
37. Juicy Couture Lurex Sunday Straw Clutch | Striped Leather Fabric Purse - 2011-05-13 08:51:08-04
    Is it just me, or is Juicy Couture getting more tasteful by the day? The Sunday Straw clutch doesn't look like a traditional Juicy Couture handbag. There is no velour, no pink. There are no diamanté gems! Instead, the chosen color scheme is cream and tan, perfect for coordinating with such a wide range of outfits, as well as being quite understated [...]
    
38. Fossil Jesse Fabric Tote | Bird Print Appliqué Handbag - 2011-05-13 14:31:48-04
    A bird inspired motif is always a winner, and never more so than when the bag in question can actually be worn on the normal day-to-day. The neutral yet classic color scheme in this Fossil tote ensures that you really can carry this around wherever you want. The tan goes with almost all outfits, and the brighter colors [...]
    
39. Jesselli Couture Gingham Shoulder Tote | Red Check Floral Embroidery Purse - 2011-05-14 02:05:34-04
    Jesselli Couture goes old school with this embroidered Gingham tote. Frankly this is the kind of purse I expect to see old ladies peddling at my local crafts market. There's no denying the work that's gone into it. The white ribbon embroidered flowers are intricate and quite striking. But while I appreciate the workmanship, I'm not [...]
    
40. Philadelphia Banner Bags | New Totes Made From Pennsylvania City Signs - 2011-05-14 03:05:47-04
    Philadelphia is putting its city banners to good use through a unique program which transforms the advertising into unusual, green totes. Banners have adorned the streets of Philadelphia for decades. Once taken off display, these colorful flags typically find themselves banished to a warehouse. The Banner Bags bring these posters out of hiding and give them [...]
    
41. Ali Lamu Handbags from Africa | Romantic Recycled Sail Weekender Bags - 2011-05-14 05:05:14-04
    In 2008 a chance encounter between fisherman Ali Lamu and traveling photographer Daniela Bateleur in an island off the coast of Africa led to love and a thriving handbag business. Ali came to Daniela looking for employment. She didn't have any work for him, but she told him she was looking for an old Indian dhow [...]
    
42. Jessica Jensen Woven Convertible Tote | Brown Colored Stripe Italian Leather Handbag - 2011-05-14 05:05:36-04
    Jessica Jensen's woven handbags aren't as renowned as Bottega Veneta's, but with this convertible tote she reminds us why they're worth a look. I've never really been a fan of brown bags, but the wide purple and white racing stripe running down the center of this one makes me reevaluate my position. The way these stripes [...]
    
43. DKNY Fringed Basketweave Leather Shoulder Bag | Affordable Brown Bohemian Bag - 2011-05-14 16:43:28-04
    DKNY's fashionable affordability makes the line popular with fashionistas all over the world. This chic boho basketweave shoulder bag is a great everyday choice for a woman with attention-getting style. The medium brown leather of the bag is perfectly neutral. Frankly, the material is a little too middle of the road to be particularly interesting on [...]
    
44. Jessica McClintock East/West Soft Clutch | Leopard Print Asymmetrical Evening Purse - 2011-05-15 23:53:08-04
    The ordinarily reserved Jessica McClintock shows us her wilder side with this East/West Soft Clutch. This is a very different purse from Jessica McClintock. She typically favors classic, feminine designs but this one is much edgier and more modern. The black leather-like flap is cut asymmetrically to make it look a bit more rebellious and dangerous. [...]
    
45. Katharine Hamnett Relaunches Save the Sea Totes | Limited Edition Organic Bags Rereleased Through Selfridges - 2011-05-16 00:55:19-04
    If you missed out the first time you'll be happy to know Katharine Hamnett is continuing to encourage us to protect our planet with the relaunch of her Save the Sea bag. The slogan tote has been re-released, along with a brand new Save the World bag, as part of Project Ocean. This program is the [...]
    
46. Jessica Simpson Whitney Clutch | Ladylike Leopard Print Frame Purse - 2011-05-16 01:03:11-04
    Jessica Simpson goes retro with this classic Whitney clutch. There's a real vintage charm about this purse, from its golden turn-lock to its kiss-lock clasp. But the leopard printed body punches things up a bit, taking it from old Hollywood glamour to retro rockabilly. I'm not always a fan of this classic animal print, but on [...]
    
47. Milli Millu Expands Across Europe | New Practical Handbag Label For Career Women - 2011-05-16 01:34:24-04
    With a Harvard MBA behind her, London-based entrepreneur Mireia Llusia-Lindh was always destined to succeed. She launched her handbag label Milli Millu online last October, and has just opened the doors to her first bricks and mortar store in Mayfair's Dover Street. Llusia-Lindh was inspired to create the label after becoming frustrated that fashionable bags willing [...]
    

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