At first glance, I thought this All You Need ‘Guatemalan Stripe’ Mini Crossbody Bag

was a Coach purse. Closer inspection, though, reveals that the artful stripes on this bag are far more visually appealing than the Coach Signature stripes. Even the metallic (faux) leather and turn-lock closure are reminiscent of Coach, but the $44 price tag certainly is not. This has a really cool, hippie-chic vibe that would fit right in at a Willie …

This Kate Spade Vanston Stripe Scout Crossbody

may look fairly simple, but this is one example of the devil really being in the details. It’s not that those fabulous (and classic!) stripes are easy to miss, of course. They make the bag the sporty-chic, feisty little companion that it is. Snap it open, though, and inside you’ll find a bright yellow lining that the Kate Spade team dubbed “quick and …

This Under One Sky Woven Stripe Crossbody Bag

reminds me of earthy maxi skirts, long tank tops, low slung belts, hippie-inspired sandals and a big bonfire on the beach. I wear none of the above and have never been to a bonfire, so does that make this bag a nonentity in my life? No, because it’s actually pretty cute despite its über-boho tendencies. The thick stripes make a cool complement to the tan PVC, and, …

I’ve never truly believed I’d own a Prada bag, but this adorable Prada Gendarme Stripe Canvas Covered Pushlock Tote makes me think otherwise. I can totally see myself sporting this purse and even paying the hefty price tag in order to do so – it’s just so cute! It features lovely striped canvas, polished goldtone hardware, a covered pushlock with metal logo lettering, a front pocket, a top handle, an adjustable crossbody strap, suede lining and metal feet. I’m a sucker …

Coach has revamped its beloved Legacy Stripe just in time for summer! This year, the palette on the Weekend Stripe Medium Tote is brilliant – a cheerful array of rainbow-bright hues just made for pairing with chic white eyelet dresses, Lilly Pulitzer pastels and so much more. No matter what you wear it with, though, count on it to capture some attention all on its own. The pattern is so uplifting that you can’t help but smile, …

… an e-reader, some snacks, a bottle of SPF, and an extra large towel, and the Wallis Yellow Stripe Beach Shopper is ready to hit the shore. This cotton-polyester blend bag snaps closed via an interior magnetic clasps, and wipes down with a clean rag. Striped in nautically savvy white and yellow, we can see this tote hitting the beach, the pool, and the farmers’ market. Available on sale from Wallis for $39.

… everything from sexy attire to killer heels to dazzling handbags. New to the fold is the Andrea Crossbody Bag, a bright interpretation of the classic. It’s a scene-stealer in peppy pink, but it’s more than just a pretty face. The bag opens to reveal four (!) compartments, plus a zippered pocket, a cell phone holder, and a pen holder. Please. You almost have to buy it for its organizational prowess alone. Available for $238 at Nordstrom.

… felt about something relatively neutral and simple, but this Marc by Marc Jacobs Static Plaid Sia Crossbody Bag definitely has my number – and for that, I was definitely excited. It’s also vastly different from the usual MJ offerings, and makes a really chic companion for a number of conservative ensembles, like sheath dresses and suits. I’d carry this throughout fall, too. Very cute! Available for $248 at Nordstrom.

… thrilled that mustard yellow has made a huge comeback. Just look at this Michael Kors Charlton Crossbody. Would it be as cute in another hue? It’s also available in a respectable brown, but the brown’s just not setting my heart on fire quite like this gorgeous mustard is. Besides, a color like this can carry you through all four seasons without making you feel like you’re being too safe with your color choices. Available at Forzieri for $159.

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… Kooba, even though its most recent designs haven’t thrilled me quite as much. The Jane Crossbody Bag, though, is a different story. I love this little fella – in luggage-tan leather, it’s versatile and has a kind of weathered appearance that looks great whether I’m dressed up or down. If you’re looking for something that will just throw you with its great quality and immaculate detailing, you’ll find it here. Available for $448 at Piperlime.