Fall 2010 Handbags
One of several 90s revivals, minimalism is a strong look for fall. It's all about clean lines, subdued beige hues, smooth leather and minimal hardware.
This beige tote will create a soft balance against a dramatic print.
Chocolate's Double Handle Satchel, $83, Chocolatehandbags.com
Casually refined, this mushroom shaded tote is the ideal size for those days when we need to carry a little bit extra to work. Fans of the Bodhi line include Kate Hudson, Beth Ostrosky, and the cast of "Gossip Girl".
Bodhi's Bucket Tote, $398, Bodhibags.net
You won't believe this amazingly refined satchel accented with patent leather animal printed handles is only $26.
Charlotte Russe's Animal Print Satchel, $26.50, Charlotterusse.com
Luscious, pebble leather in a sesame color, cinched at the mid-section with a woven leather drawstring, creates the perfect body for this all-purpose work and weekend tote.
Elliott Lucca's Oria Medium Tote, $198, Elliottlucca.com
Military is everywhere this fall in clothes and accessories.
Destined to be Ferragamo's next must-have creation -- yes, you will see Hollywood's best and brightest carrying this one -- this tote is finished in olive and brown calf leather.
Yep, we know it's quite pricey. But this bag truly is a classic you can use for just about every occasion for years to come. If you love good style, we consider this a solid investment (or a great thing to ask for at Christmas!).
More than you want to pay right now? No worries. We wanted to show it to you anyway because there will be plenty of bags that borrow details from this beauty -- just wait.
Salvatore Ferragamo's W Bag, $1,650, Ferragamo.com
This hobo even comes with a detachable dog tag. The light olive leather hue with walnut leather accents and gunmetal pyramid studs will play back nicely with fall's dark olive, belted jackets.
Ted Rossi's Military City Bag, $595, Available at Neiman Marcus Stores 1.888.888.4757, NeimanMarcus.com.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to strut into the hottest night club looking like the bombshell you know you are and carrying a camouflage clutch.
LaLucca's Military Mosaic Clutch, $390, Lalucca.com
It's been a long time since the words backpack and trend were used in the same sentence – not since the 90's nylon Prada craze, to be exact. But designers from Gucci to Juicy Couture to Tory Burch are all revisiting the look this fall.
Wear this Norah bag over the shoulder, carry in your hand or relax with her on your back.
Tory Burch's Norah Backpack, $495, Toryburch.com
This neatly structured, wool backpack may make you long for my high school – mean girls, crazy boyfriends, homeroom and all. Complete the "Gossip Girl" look with fall's must-have knee-high socks.
Juicy Couture's Pendelton Wool Backpack, $248, Saksfifthavenue.com
Is there a monkey on my back? Yes, a signature Kipling monkey charm that dangles from this old-school style backpack finished in water-resistant crinkle nylon and complete with adjustable padded straps for extra shoulder support.
Kipling's Tilsa Medium Backpack, regularly $64 on sale for $49 until 8/25/10, Kipling-usa.com