Think of this Forever 21 Embroidered Floral Handbag not so much as a carpetbag, but more like a bag made from an elegant tapestry; its floral pattern reminds me of a medieval hanging you might find someplace like Hearst Castle, and not a reconstruction era handbag. Its crossbody strap makes it casual and young; style it with a simple, contrasting pattern like a baggy striped tee and shorts for a stylish late …

This whimsical little number has us hopping up into our chairs with excitement. The Forever 21 Mouse Coin Purse is a darling little faux leather wristlet that is begging to burrow itself into my purse. We can see ourselves taking this out by itself, feeding it the bare necessities and leaving the riffraff at home. The kiss closure and pink ears make this the cutest little purse pet ever. Available for $6 at Forever 21.

… I know it’s coming, and I’m forcing my favorite season into my life, weather be damned! This Forever 21 Spring E/W Tote has replaced an old, coffee-stained canvas bag as my go-to for carrying everything from gym shoes to groceries. The floral print has me eagerly anticipating a sunny spring. Available at Forever 21 for $23.

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Add some serious feminine flare to your look with this adorable Forever 21 Floral Clutch! I couldn’t dream of a more dainty, graceful or delightfully ladylike bag. Does this little darling take the cake for being most girly or what? It features a beaded push in closure, a hidden shoulder strap, an accordion style opening, a single interior patch pocket, high polish hardware and is fully lined. Pick it up for a slim $18.80 at Forever 21.

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What a steal of a bag! At just over twelve dollars, this Forever 21 Colorblocked Envelope Clutch is nearly impossible to pass up. The rich colors are made even more luxurious by the faux suede this clutch is made from, and there’s even a wrist strap for those of us prone to forgetting where we left our purse. Who needs a $400 clutch, anyway? Available at Forever 21 for $12.80.

 

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… I’m really into all the grey tones this fall, and that includes this lovely grey suede Fendi Forever Crossbody. This purse is simple, polished and practical. It’s a bag that will shine all season long but will still be relevant for years to come. It features tonal leather trim, golden hardware, a buckled crossbody strap with ring-chain detail, a front zip pocket with a charm pull, a zip top closure with a leather pull, two interior pockets and fabric lining. Come on, put down that …

… big bucks for a too-trendy piece; instead, pick up something easy like the Beaded Geo Clutch from Forever 21. The colors manage to be bright and fresh while still appropriate for more formal events. It’s certainly a party piece; imagine clutching it on the dance floor at a lighthearted, evening wedding. Pair it with a little black dress and you’ll not only look hip now, you’ll still look timeless when you look back on those reception pictures ten years down the line. It’s only $22.80 …

… bag that will probably go unused after graduation. So instead, consider something like the Forever 21 Leatherette Messenger Bag; it’s not built to last, but a bookbag is bound to take some abuse, and it’d be a shame for a nice leather bag to be pushed to its capacity with heavy textbooks, scratched up, or just simply lost or stolen. It’s a cheap but easy buy at $34.80 from Forever 21.

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… across the perfect alternative. Meet the Rebecca Minkoff Proposal Crossbody (shown in Red) and Forever Clutch (shown in Black)!

I love these bags for two reasons. First, a classic quilt will never ever go out of style. Second, they have a very distinct vintage-y feeling about them. Doesn’t the double zebra head embellishment remind you of a brooch you may have found in grandma’s jewelry box? I love it! It is such a unique and quirky feature, adding just the right amount of …

… summer splurge. Fendi has one of the most attractive pieces I have seen this season, greet the ‘Forever’ Metallic Calfskin Hobo by the Italian House.

This style carries a large body that is slouchy-squared, in a gorgeous shade of metallic magenta leather. The next feature after the color that caught my attention was the adjustable lengthy flat straps that allow this piece to be worn on the lower division of the body. Think cute messenger style or long bohemian chic look. Fendi made …