Stella McCartney, Matt & Nat, and other fashion forward designers are proving that eco friendly handbags can look rich and luxe. I love this unique Japanese paper across body bag. What’s cool about japanese paper is that it’s handmade from long fibers. The fibers are such that its lightweight and yet durable. Also, the wrinkle effect of this matt and nat grandmaster bag gives it that wonderful worn leather look the eco friendly way.

I love anything vintage, check these oh so beautiful bags out by Sweetheart by Lie down I think I love you. The  brand is designed by Emily who went to Central St. Martins Fashion School.

These handbags are made of leather from Scotland.

 Each bag is unique, as the hand picked vintage silk scarves are chosen to match to the body, therefore no 2 bags are the same. That makes me smile as I never like to  have the same handbag as anyone…….

This clip top framed style has the scarf  that can be removed and replaced to suit your mood.

These bags are nostalgic, they are beautifully crafted and I will have to buy all the collection of bags to get a beautiful collection of vintage silk scarves…….

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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!

Oh la la, don’t you just love everything that is French.  This Un Apres -Midi du Chien  Buggati East/West Shoulder Bag in leather epitomises French chic. It is patent and has a wonderful sheen. The colour is so expensive looking. The bag is gorgeous but it is a practical shoulder bag too, look at the enormous front pocket to keep all of your essentials in. Buy one now to carry with your Spring wardrobe and look forward to wearing it in summer with your new wardrobe.  Just think white linen, summer tan and  gold gladiator sandles.  We need to thank the design team of Un  Apres -midi de Chien for this leather handbag. The design team Alain and Martine are based in Paris and this is where they get their inspiration from to create beautiful designer handbags.  Merci beaucoup Alain and Martine for bags that have a Parisienne feel!

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!

Girls night out here we come! Give your outfit a touch of sparkle with this Fiorelli Ballerina Metallic Clutch. This little Clutch bag will accessorize your puffball skirt and leggins a treat! With a quirky little frill and frame closure this evening bag is surprisingly spacious - plenty of room for your lippy, mobile and money; everything a Girl needs while out on the town.

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!

White handbags continue to dominate the sharpest and most wearable trends of the season.  For a stylish and on-trend look this summer try a bag from Modalu’s fantastic Spring/Summer 2008 range. The handbag shown below is the Modalu Phoenix Large Shoulder Bag. The leather is absolutely gorgeous and the attention to detail is immaculate. If White bags are not your thing, there are also several other UK trends and styles in handbags to keep your eyes on for Spring/Summer, such as bright handbags, printed handbags, oversized bags, across body bags , clutches and more!

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?

I am absolutely in love with this across-body handbag from Billy Bag - even though I absolutely should not allow myself to buy any more bags right now!  This is the Billy Bag Ashley Suede Handbag and it is fabulous - and get this: it is both stylish AND practical!  I have my eyes on this handbag as soon as I get over my recent splurge on 2 new pairs of shoes I bought on impulse yesterday. Even though the colour of this handbag is striking, I’m not sure what I think about the suede finish and keep going back and forth between suede or leather.  When speaking with a colleague about suede handbags (yes, we really do go on and on about bags), she told me a horror story about an outfit that was ruined due to the suede rubbing off on her light clothes in the summer heat.  I still love the suede colours though, but I have also been looking at the leather version of this same bag as a backup.  The leather version is identical and is called the Billy Bag Leanne Across Body Bag.  Who says I can’t have both?  (Apart from my husband…)

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!