Though the Missoni Home label specializes in luxury home goods, it turns out they do a pretty chic handbag, too. The Lipki Striped Canvas Tote is a bright, punchy carryall that features the label’s signature stripes in multiple hues. Translation: It goes with everything, from your retro-inspired polka dot bikini to your ol’ reliable cutoffs and airy tunic. Find it for $315 at Net-a-Porter. …

Zigzags were pretty hot for summer, but it seems like the Missoni for Target hoopla has pushed them even further into popularity. If lining up at the crack of dawn in front of your local Target isn’t your idea of a good time and you missed your chance at Missoni mania, maybe you’ll enjoy the Nine West One Stop Shopper Medium Tote. Somehow the sequins come off as subdued, but maybe that’s just because my mind has been stuck in a sea of dizzying, …

I’m not sure whether I’m more attracted to this Coated Crochet-Knit Tote because I love the way it looks, because it’s different from any of my other totes, or because I have a tendency towards being a bag lady and I could really pack this baby full. No matter how big a bag I get, I can find things to fill it with until I swear I hear the threads unraveling from the straps. While I’m not a …

… Now that L.A. county has banned plastic bags, everyone’s gotta have an effortless canvas tote they keep close at hand (or at least in the trunk of the car for spontaneous errands). The ridiculously casual canvas tote is the ideal opportunity to get cute and lighthearted. And, of course, with a miniscule price tag to match.

M Missoni is in the same line of thinking. They’ve created a personalized bag without getting too personal. Their line of twelve horoscope-themed bags are …

… travels, to the beach,  to the boardwalk, or to take toting around while shopping. The Belle Tote by Joy Fabiano does all of the above and with its cool color combination, supple leather and lovely wave-like texture. Color blocking is still oh so on top of the summer trends list and we’re here to help!

White cutoffs and a colorful cropped top look summer-chic all by themselves. Grab a perfectly colorful crocheted bikini and a pair of wrap leather sandals, and you’ll be all …

… change color or crack. The best type of handbag to carry around during the Summer is a straw tote. They don’t have drastic color changes and the straw stays put for the most part. Even when it’s wet, the straw doesn’t change or get stains on it.

I absolutely adore Tory Burch right now and the “Basketweave” Straw Tote might be the cutest straw tote I’ve seen in a while. What I love most about the “Basketweave” Tote is that it features different colors. This gives …

… Deux Lux. Once again they’ve managed to work magic, this time with the Lucky Reversible Sequin Tote, which shows off a beautiful coat of sequins on one side. Turn it inside out if you prefer less glitz and you’ve got yourself a fairly polished looking faux leather tote. The oversized bow detail is a chic detail that feels playfully cute, but could be removed if you’re headed to the office. Available for $106 at Nordstrom.

… material like felt can actually be glamorous. For those who doubt that, the label’s Jaunt Tote may prove to be quite a surprise. Composed of felt and handsome whiskey-colored leather, it strikes a chic note with its embossed teal center panel. That alone is a total draw, but this bag’s versatility ultimately seals the deal. You can take this anywhere, from work to play, without thinking twice. Available for $249 at Gräf & Lantz.

… Pelle. The label has just introduced its summer series of Dylan bags, and just in time, too. I’m particularly taken by the Dylan Color Block Tote, which is available in everything from pumpkin and sea blue to coffee and this fresh saffron. Perfect for everything on your summer agenda, this sunny bag is definitely on the casual side, yet feels far more pulled together and composed than your average tote. I credit that to the combination of leather and mesh. It’s balanced, playful and so …

The yacht club gets the op art treatment on the Nine West One Stop Shopper Large Tote. Normally, an aggressively nautical bag like this might feel a little tired, but the optical detail and especially bright blue make this traditional purse a little more exciting, and the inclusion of a cute clear striped cosmetic bag doesn’t hurt! It’s $79 at Piperlime.