I know that I’m not the only one suffering lately. With prices soaring, it’s hard to find a good deal on good quality products…so I am here to help. I’ve found 4 handbags that you can buy for $50 or less that will keep you looking like the fashion diva that you are! Act fast, these great prices won’t be around for much longer!

Nine West Great Find Tote $51.99	Necessary Objects Karina Tote $48.00
Shiraleah Cindy Large Bowling Bag $36.80	Roxy Gloria Bag $34.00

X17online.com
The newlyweds are out and about.. and while their recent wedding and pregnancy has been most talked about, I’m going to talk about her handbag(of course)! I love that it’s black; she can wear it with multiple outfits, multiple functions and still make it look good. I’m not for sure what this exact bag is that Ashley is carrying around Hollywood, but if you like her style, here are a few that are similar to it:
Joe’s Handbags Rocker Large Tote	Madison Crinkle Stud Handbag
Betseyville Tuft Daddy Hobo	Betsey Johnson Strap ‘Em Down Hobo

Oversized Handbag	Tote	Hobo
Shoulder Bag		Clutch
	Purse-onalities!

Roman Savell’s design philosophy can be explained in one word….simple. Each bag featured in the newest collection is not only beautiful, but is also functional. As stated on www.romansavell.com , “carry everything you need to stay ahead in today’s modern world and do so in the utmost style.” This is definately a designer that you are going to want to watch; who doesn’t want to have function and fashion all in the same handbag? Take a look at some of Roman Savell’s handbags!
Bravo Bag Leather $395.00	Gallerina Handbag $375.00
Milano Hobo Bag $395.00	Metro $395.00

Latico Leathers has a new line of handbags hitting the streets! The Nappa Collection brings bright colors, smooth leathers and most of all a combination of comfort and fashion. This collection just looks “comfy.”

Nappa East West Shoulderbag	Nappa East West Satchel	Nappa Double Handle Tote	Nappa Handbag
Napa Hobo	Nappa Three Zip Shoulderbag	Nappa Top Zip Shoulderbag	Nappa Travel Duffel

If you haven’t heard of the fabulous Betsey Johnson, then it’s about that time that you did! I love love this designer! She designs with unique and creative written over ever piece, which makes her absolutely FAB in my book! A little background: Betsey Johnson’s love of movement and costumes stems from her days as a dancer. Later, as part of the Warhol scene in the sixties, Johnson put the velvet in the Velvet Underground (she later married band member John Cale) and dressed legendary models Twiggy and Verushka; Edie Sedgwick served as house fit model. Her foray into retail began with the Betsey Bunki Nini boutique in 1969. Now in her 60s, Johnson, seems unstoppable, and the awards continue to pile up: In 1999, the CFDA created the Timeless Talent Award just for her, and in 2002, she was inducted into the Fashion Walk of Fame on New York City’s Seventh Avenue. A survivor of breast cancer, Johnson remains an advocate in fighting the disease, creating one-of-a-kind items for auction and serving as Honorary Chairperson for the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer initiative. Besides her amazing designs of clothing and shoes, this designer has two amazing handbag lines: Betsey Johnson and Betseyville. Personally I love her collections, because they are truly unique, fun and totally bring out your hidden personality! Cheers to an amazing designer!

Do you love sultry, rich leather handbags?? Well if you do there is an awesome handbag brand for you! Aaneta Handbags! These amazing handbags are crafted from rich leathers to form beautiful shapes in many sizes! A little background info… A mother/daughter design team launched Aaneta in the late 90’s in Uruguay. They launched Aaneta by 2002 and in 2004 Valerie introduced the bags into the US market, who immediately fell in love with the designs. With only a couple of years in the US market under their belt, Aaneta has become a successful brand and name in luxe in the market. I love love the simplicity of these handbags! The beauty is in the quality of leather and the shape! These handbags will be a collection that will be fashion forward classic for years and that works with any outfit! Aaneta Handbags! Yeah We’ve Got It! What’s Your Bag?? My Fav: Muddy in Burn Orange

Here is a great new collection of leather handbags from Tumi, the T-Collection. I especially like the Tumi Large Hobo handbag, available in white calfskin leather with a signature Tumi brown vacchetta leather T. This large hobo bag comes in beautiful yellow or black calfskin as well, but the white hobo is a gorgeous bag, and white is a great color this season.

This weekend let’s all splurge on a handbag! But not just any handbag…let’s splurge on a modern, hip and yet timeless piece that will satisfy our needs for years to come….A great brand for this is Babee D Handbags! Babee D Handbags are beautifully constructed and perfect for any woman. A littl background about the designer… Dayme, owner/designer/model of Babee D. introduced her first line of apparel and jeweled accessories in the fall of 2003, and has been a hit ever since. Babee D.is currently sold in Nordstrom’s Trend Department, and other fine boutiques throughout the US. Dayme’s inspiration for her collection is nature at its finest. Incorporating the essence of Bologna, Italy, the large wooden antique doors, cobble stone streets in the city of Florence, and the architecture in Paris are some of the many influences that inspired Dayme to design each collection. Here’s a glimpse of my favs, let’s all splurge!

Vera Bradley Handbags! We all know this designer and if you don’t…..well what a perfect time to get to know her…This wonderful fabric handbag and accessory line is full of color, fashion, durability and fun! A little background…. The Vera Bradley story is a testimony to the American Dream: While on vacation in March of 1982, Patricia and Barbara were awaiting a flight in Atlanta when they began to notice a definite lack of feminine carry-on luggage. The longtime friends wasted no time in correcting this situation. Within weeks, these dynamic women had created a company, named after Barbara’s mother, capable of marketing and manufacturing their cleverly designed products. The demand for their unique luggage and handbags has grown and so has Vera Bradley, which is now nationally and internationally recognized. I love Vera Bradley because they have created a bag for anything you can think of….one that is timeless is the Handbag. A perfect pop of color and bag to carry anywhere. I also love the Culing Iron Cover, Cosmetic Bag, Weekender and Tie Tote. The best news….they are very affordable fashionable handbags! With so many styles to choose from…how can I only pink one…. Check out all the styles, Vera Bradley will be sure to have something you’ll have to have. I know I’ve already found several:) Cheers to affordable fashion!!

This Francesco Biasia bag is a perfect example of an upcoming trend for this Spring’s handbag lines. Contrasting textures will be all over the streets. For example, this perfect fit double handle hobo mixes suede and patent leather perfectly. The contrast draws attention to the handbag, and who doesn’t want that? Just like we saw in the straw and rafia bags, contrasting textures will be a hot item for this Spring!

Coming from a long line of artistic family members, Antoinette Lee began designing at the age of 15. She now produces one-of-a-kind designs out of New York City, and ensures that each bag is crafted with careful detail and workmanship. Here is one of Antoinette Lee’s designs that I love:    It is the Besa Stitch Hobo. Pay close attention to the details on this handbag: braided leather details on the handles, shiny gold hardware, stitching detail on closure, buckle detail, and the contrast of black and white leather. This designer really makes each handbag a work of art.