Italian handbags always seem to ooze that little extra touch of class and style- new brand Nicoli are no exception! With a stunning collection of leather handbags combining quality design with funky detailing and a bright rainbow of colours!

This is the Tresse Small Calfskin Leather Grab- which combines an unusual woven design with a bright high shine leather finish. The bright yellow of this bag is bang on trend for this season as acidic yellows and statement colours have been everywhere!

The grab style of this handbag means that it is perfect for taking any outfit from day through to night!

Metallic’s are still big for this season and the perfect summer accessory. This is the Tabitha Julia Large Shoulder Bag in Gold (although it also comes in silver!) This bag has the wow factor! It’s not just a subtle hint of gold, it’s full on gold! Definitely one to make a statement with! This handbag also has this season’s oversized and slouchy style… so you really can hit all trends in one! I can see myself wearing this with my summer maxi dress, beaded flip-flops and an essential pair of oversised sunglasses! The gold colour of this leather handbag will set of any outfit (and my sun tan!) perfectly. This bag would also take you through from a days shopping in the sun to an evening in a pub beer garden enjoying the long summer nights…. buy now and prepare for the sun to shine!

Get you sunglasses ready and prepare to dazzle with this season’s selection of bright, bold and beautiful handbags! spring/summer 2008 is seeing handbags designed in a rainbow of colours from electric blues to acidic yellow- there is something for everybody and every mood! This hot pink Harley Trinity Tote is by Un Apres-Midi De Chien, so not only is it bang on trend but it is also has that little touch of French chic! Oversized bags are still big this season (excuse the pun) why not pick one in a bright colour to make the ultimate style statement! Gone are the days of classic winter black- welcome summer with a blaze of colour!

The title says it all! This purse is just so pretty…. gone are the days of the boring black wallet (even if it is practical…. practical isn’t important when a wallet this beautiful is on offer!) However as you’ll discover when you open up this little treasure of a purse by Nica that you do not have to sacrifice style or function, as the Willow Double Leather Zip Purse has them both! The best bit is it is designed in the softest leather- even the tiny leaves on the tree and the flowers are leather! Acessorise any of your handbags with this purse (in any colour as it also comes in black as well… or why not both colours if you are feeling extravagant!) Or treat a friend and make their day…. that is if you can bear to give it away!

Pay day can not come fast enough! As I need this handbag, my wardrobe will not be complete until its mine! Modula design stunning leather bags with fashionable detailing that makes you want to buy them… instantly…. with little consideration for your bank balance! I think the reason I love the Paloma Drawstring Bag so much is because it is packed full of trends but still manages to ooze style (rather than looking like you have tried that bit too hard!) A leather handbag is always a good investment and that’s exactly what I will be telling myself when my bank statement comes in. I have made quite a few ‘good investments’ recently so one more can’t hurt surely?

Tabitha class this stunning Leather Holdall as a Gym Bag! If I ever needed an incentive to go to the gym then this handbag is it! Designed in soft leather, in a fabulous selection of colours and featuring a fashionable quilted finish (could this bag get any better!) Too good just for the gym this bag needs to be worn at every opprtunity- why not use it as an oversized handbag or an over night bag? Workout, shop and travel in style with this must have leather holdall/handbag/gym bag…. I just don’t what to call it the options are endless!

I am always thinking of new excuses to buy a another handbag. With my ever expanding collection of everyday bags getting out of control,  I am now turning my attention to evening bags. The good thing about evening bags is I don’t feel quite as guilty about having one to match every outfit! This Fiorelli handbag is trend packed- the clutch shape of this Lucky Dazzle By Night Bag is a must have for this season, combine this with the metallic finish and you have a evening bag which oozes glamour!

One of my favorite bags from winter 2007 was a black patent tote with gold detailing by Jane Shilton, and now that we are fast heading into spring I am getting worried about finding a replacement! However I need not have feared as Jane Shilton have done it again! The Santa Cruise Large Tote is a fresh look on patent for spring… designed in light colours, with plenty of space for all my essentials and more! The slight crinkle effect to the faux leather adds an updated feel from the glossy, high shine, patent bags of last season. I can now retire my black patent bag safe in the knowledge I have a suitable (equally fashionable) replacement!

This season we are already seeing plenty of fabulous prints and this Billy Bag Clifton Bay Medium Holdall is my favorite! The print on this bag features stunning shades of orange, chocolate and green- the design has a really retro feel! This fabric handbag can be used as a over-sized handbag or as a stylish piece of fashion luggage! So you don’t have to feel guilty about buying another handbag as you are getting two bags for one! Another fabulous handbag by Billy Bag…. if only I could have them all!

Every handbag deserves a stylish purse or wallet to go with it… it’s all in the little details, whether you like leather purses or non leather, large purses or small purses- it doesn’t matter! Why invest all that money in the handbag of your dreams if your purse isn’t up to scratch? Purses come in all shapes, sizes and colours so there really isn’t any excuse to not be completely coordinated- you could even have one to match every handbag (although that may be a little extreme…) This OSP by Osprey London Baltic Large Wallet is designed in the most beautifully soft leather- the gentle fold detailing on the front of this wallet adds the perfect finishing touch. This OSP wallet is classic yet not boring, is subtle but not plain- in other words I love it!

Nica always produces unique designs and this bag is no exception- this is the Nica Beech Tote and is designed out of a fabulous faux leather (fabulous because its so soft and has a stunning aged effect finish!) I love the style of this bag as its slouchy, summery and I can carry all my life around in it! The pale blue/green colour of this shoulder bag will add a subtle touch of colour into my wardrobe, whilst still being highly wearable- this handbag will go with everything! (and if it doesn’t I’ll just have to buy it in every colour!) The over sized charm on this bag ties in nicely with the embellished trend…. and is the perfect finishing touch.

I have started my wish list…. I think I have just about got it down to 10 must have handbags for my Spring/Summer 2008 wardrobe! Even though it’s cold outside I can’t help thinking about when I can swap my coat and scarf for sunglasses and flip flops! Top of the list has to be the Billy Bag Francesca Large Rope Barrel Bag; this bag features one of this season’s must have trends- nautical! You don’t have to have a yacht to work this look…although that would be nice!   This Billy Bag handbag has an over-sized design with an eye- catching barrel shape and stunning rope detailing on the handles. The opening to this bag is designed in linen with a drawstring closure to keep all your valuables safe! This leather handbag is beautifully soft and would be the perfect bag for everyday use, with its relaxed styling and spacious interior.   With this bag I can imagine the sun is shining…. (Despite the hat and gloves!)