The Kate Spade New York Wish You Were Here Tote is exactly what I’ve been looking for: a novelty tote that’s totally season-appropriate and fun. I love the colorful vintage postcard pattern and the summery scene; it almost reminds me of the Melrose Place set and it makes me want to go for a quick dip in the pool. Anyway, this cute tote would look darling paired with my favorite white bikini and …

While Kate Spade has used this print on a few other styles in her handbag line, it seems to really dress up this casual tote. If you’re looking for a cool beach bag that isn’t limited to just the sun and sand, the Harmony Floral Vinyl Tote Bag seems to have a dual personality. The shiny vinyl exterior provides a nice maintenance-free background for the lacy Japanese floral pattern. But when you …

… for class. Perhaps this desired figure should be credited to the popularity of the Grand Shopping Tote by French Couture brand, Chanel. From a distance, a fun hued GST may come to mind, but I say this bag is actually a fun version of a shopper on chains by Kate Spade New York, meet the Jane Quilted Tote.

It’s a plain Jane if you ask me, but this is the type of plain that you can convert into an everyday go-to accessory. This structured tote sports a unique quilted leather design, which …

Leave it to Kate Spade to make something that sounds kind of cheesy look completely chic. The Streets of New York Bon Shopper is nothing if not a total and utter homage to the city that never sleeps. Illustrated with a street map and nicely illuminated by scattered pops of turquoise, azure and cobalt blue, this tote is a standout, and perfect for a day spent schlepping around town. Available for $145 at …

… bags etc. When I stumble on unique looking beach accessories I tend to want them including the Kate Spade New York ” Westwind Drive Felice ” Tote.

Usually, I’m not a fan of gold or silver fashion accessories I always thought they were too gaudy looking but in the past year or so I’ve fallen in love! I’ve come to the realization that sometimes flashy is good and fun! The “Westwine Drive Felice” Tote is unlike any beach tote I’ve ever seen before. I don’t recall ever seen …

There are very few black and white bags that I don’t like. The New York Bon Shopper by Kate Spade is a black and white bag that I do like, in fact, I love it! Of course they call it coconut cream instead of white but it still works for me. With no rhyme or reason for the black and white pattern it leans a little towards animal print and a little towards abstract art. Either way, if you’re a black and white bag enthusiast like me you can’t go wrong with …

One part cream, three parts purple, all parts delicious. The Kate Spade New York Melinda Satchel is a drool-worthy summer sensation, inticing us like a tasty scoop of ice cream. The lacquer-coated cotton is easy to clean, which is great considering how many places I’m going to be taking this bag. The whole thing zips up from side to side, keeping all my belongings tucked inside tight. Available for $278 from Nordstrom’s.

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… Audrey Hepburn or looks remotely close to her, I instantly love it. I can’t help but think Kate Spade’s inspiration for the “Daycation Bejeweled” Coated Canvas Shopper was Audrey Hepburn. It may not look exactly like Ms. Hepburn on the bag, but boy does it sure resemble her!

I’m not even a fan of totes or shopper bags because ever since I graduated college I don’t really use them anymore. However, I’m a huge fan of this one and would definitely carry it around as much …

Prepare to be bowed over. If the prospect of dropping thousands on a bow-adorned Valentino doesn’t sound too plausible right now, consider the Kate Spade Bow Valley Rosa as a sound alternative. In fact, it’s more than just sound. Sure, perhaps the name doesn’t carry the same weight as Valentino in those high-end, hoity-toity circles, but the bag itself has plenty going for it. The radiant pink color is so uplifting, and frankly just the thing to perk up a …

… last week’s Shopping List Poll, and the purse chosen for our lookalike shopping spree is the Kate Spade Algonquin James Tote! This vibrant magenta-colored bag was spotted for $545 at Kate Spade – but have no fear: we’ve found five affordable lookalikes (NOT fakes) for you to buy and love. Happy shopping!

 

1. MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag Item Tote $198

2. Matt & Nat Stardust Elm Tote $164.99

3. Fossil Key-Per Convertible Tote $84

4. Earth Axxessories Jute Canvas …