… deep cobalt is a great color, so putting them together in a bag is the greatest! Yes! Sling this Lola Bernard Modena Hobo over your shoulder when you’re wearing a neutral outfit to give your look some punch. Then you can pretend you’re taking a nice stroll along the beach in Spain with some guy named Rafael. That’s what I’d do. Available at Designs by Stephene for $385.

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… up on all handbags forever when my lonliness was solved by a single designer: Modarevise.

Her Lola Cross Body Bow satchel seems to have broken my lovesick spell with a look that says, “I’m a handbag! And I’m happy to see you!” No one can resist.

Along with its perpetual smile that rivals that of Julia Roberts and my own dazzling one, its black Gothic lace on soft pink leather, is meant to “evoke the edgier side of summer romance”. But like any good lover, there should be …

… bag is that it’s so wearable. You could envision it on the arm of some overly-glam Hollywood celeb, but it wouldn’t be out of place on a mere mortal as she heads out for the night. Fab! Available for $4900 at Net-a-Porter.

Combine one hot NYC Housewife and 104 shiny silver spikes and what do you get? Our latest celeb sighting! Kelly Benisimon, one of the housewives on Bravo’s hit reality show Real Housewives of New York City, was spotted carrying the always sexy “Spiked” Finger Bag by RK New York. Offered in black or light camel, this leather clutch with studded detail will add an edgy element to any ensemble. Rock it hard, cause you’re a bad-ass now! Don’t think twice, get your “Spiked” …

… never see the day). Designer Olympia Le-Tan, a red carpet favorite whose designs have charmed the celeb set and mere mortals alike for years, clearly agrees. Her range of embroidered clutches pays homage to elegant book covers that seem to be going the way of the sale rack, the dustbin or the bottom of the heap. Sad days, indeed, but Le-Tan approaches it with a sense of humor. Her fall/winter 2011 collection introduces titles with wonderfully quirky covers, beautifully stitched with amazing …

… Box Clutch is a beautiful show stopper. Whether you’re a blushing bride or a saught after celeb, there’s nothing that says classy and chic like the right clutch.

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… look glamorous and chic. This Judith Leiber clutch will make you feel (and look) like your own celeb with its gold hardware and visually pleasing aesthetic. Made for a sophisticated woman who is handbag-obsessed, let Judith Leiber add some glitz and glam into your life.

… the usual beach fare to the shore, along with board games, toys and as many trashy novels and celeb mags as you can possibly handle in one sitting. Though I sometimes frown upon the insanity of goofy, high-priced canvas bags, I find myself drawn to this fun piece. Find it for $150 at Net-a-Porter.

… a black python version from Pre-Fall 2011, in New York two days in a row last week (you know a celeb really loves a bag when it gets multiple outings!). It just reinforced the fact that his clean and structured tote is all the rage.

This is the day bag you carry if you want to look instantly sharp and polished – it dresses up both Heidi’s flowing maxi and cotton sheath without looking out of place or overdone. Python (or crocodile-embossed leather, which is also available for more …

… trim. (You know that pairing always gets me.) Relaxed and easy-going this is total Hollywood-celeb, laid-back chic. On Net-a-Porter

for $990.

Pair with: Do as the off-duty starlets do and opt for a simplistic, patterned maxi dress (with an approachable frugal snob price). DAY Birger et Mikkelsen striped jersey has no fuss and good flow at the hem. On Net-a-Porter

for $130.