The Look For Less: Fall It Bags

The Trend: Luxe Doctor's Bag

Every season has its fashionable buzzwords, and for Fall, it's "glamour and sophistication." This luxurious work tote from Ralph Lauren doubles as a chic carry-on. Ralph Lauren Collection bag, $21,340, at select Ralph Lauren stores.
ralphlauren.com

The Trend: Luxe Doctor's Bag

This bright red, less-structured croc version will highlight fall's most versatile trends, from plaid and print-mixing to menswear, not to mention adding a pop to basic black. Furla "New Giselle" Croco Shopper, Click to view price.

Luxe Doctor's Bag: The Look for Less

Reminiscent of a classic doctor's bag, this faux patent leather tote exudes all the charm and refinement you'd expect from a framed bag silhouette. Amici Accessories tote, $50. amiciaccessories.com

Luxe Doctor's Bag: The Look for Less

If you're looking for that ideal work bag to take you into the new season, this is my bag-a-licious pick. Target tote in black faux-croc, $29.99. target.com

The Trend: Major Metallics

Get swept away with Olympic fever by carrying a gilded handbag, just like country music's golden-girl Carrie Underwood. Gerard Darel's 24 Hour Hollywood python bag, $2700, by special order from Gerard Darel. In silver at shoprumor.com

Major Metallics: The Trend for Less

You can still shine like Carrie, but for way less, with this shimmering shoulder bag from Botkier exclusively for Target. Not so sure you want bold gold? Then, opt for more subtle silver.
Botkier for Target hobo in cracked silver or gold, $49.99 each, target.com

The Trend: Long Lengths

Celebrities can't get enough of Rebecca Minkoff's sultry stylish handbags. Her latest clutch, with the season's trendy long strap, dangles from the shoulders of actresses Rachel Bilson and Blake Lively. Rebecca Minkoff clutch, $325. rebeccaminkoff.com

Long Lengths: The Trend for Less

Swing this sassy purse around your hips. Remove the strap to create a clutch. Or, knot the strap for a chic shoulder bag. The 3-in-1 style is ideal to make room for more bags in your closet! The Sak "Glendora" bag, $99. Available late August, thesak.com

Long Lengths: The Trend for Less

Feminine bow, check. Trendy chain strap, check. Perfect sea green shade, absolutely. Knowing you didn't bust your budget to get great style makes this bag even more irresistible.
Melie Bianco bow clutch, $62. fashionflairs.com

The Trend: The Look of Lace

Prada gets laced-up for Fall. From skirts and dresses to, yes, even a handbag, lace is the frill of choice for this house of luxe. Only a die-hard fashionista can pull off a lace handbag for day. Others should save the look for evening. Prada "Pizzo S" satchel, $1,995. saks.com