Heading back to class in the fall? Then load up your books in this fabulous Marc Jacobs Paradise Gramercy Tote to start the semester off right! This sexy tote is the perfect end of Summer, beginning of Fall bag. It’s rich blue color and crisp boxy shape will pair effortlessly with your wardrobe from either season. I love the gold studded trim detail, it polishes this purse off perfectly! Pick it up for $995 at Barneys New York.

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New for Resort 2012, the Marc Jacobs Small Camille Leather Tote may well be one of the designer’s best creations to date – or at least in a long while. In fact, that’s what many fans are saying about the entire Resort range, which is loaded with chic, colorblocked bags that are bright, playful and just about beg to be taken on vacation. This one, in a fun poppy-red hue, is simpler than its seasonal counterparts, …

Finally, something completely different from the house of Marc Jacobs. Despite being a huge fan, I’m not about to deny the fact that most of his bags tend to follow a certain formula – one that very obviously works. That said, I’m also not averse to something fresh and unexpected, like the Khaki Tote. It’s new for spring, and it’s downright adorable. I love the blue gingham pattern, which suggests it should be taken on a picnic or something …

… decide whether sunglasses or purses are my favorite accessory, so of course I’m smitten with the Marc Jacobs What a Spectacle Beach Tote. This coated cotton canvas bag is sturdy enough for a summer at the beach, but I might just carry it all over town – with at least two pair of shades inside! Available at Piperlime for $248.

… I love beautiful beach bags. I don’t have very many but I sure would love a designer one.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs “What a Spectacle” Beach Tote is the cutest beach bag that I’ve seen in a while. I have a little bit of an obsession with sunglasses so this bag suit me well. This would fit all your beach essentials with no problem and still keep you looking fashion forward. I’m a fan!

You can purchase the Marc by Marc Jacobs “What a Spectacle” Beach Tote at Shop Bop $248. …

… names and logos are not my cup of tea, but if I had to pick one, I’d go for something like the Marc by Marc Jacobs Eazy Tote. The low contrast color combination makes the label a little less obvious, and it even feels like a spunky send-up of the Louis Vuitton logo. This bag is also available in black and white, if you want to rep Marc Jacobs a little more obviously. It’s $198 at Zappos.

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I want to be super excited about the Marc by Marc Jacobs Bars and Bells Colorblock Tote. It’s spacious, it’s made of Marc’s fabulous buttery leather, and it’s designed by one of my all-time favorites. Yet I feel less than inspired by the bland color palette. If you’re going to go the colorblocked route, shouldn’t you push the boat out a bit and experiment with a crazy color or two or three? I think so – especially for …

Colorblocking abounds at Marc Jacobs this spring. It’s basically a festival of radiant colors, all masterfully combined to create unique pieces like this Khaki Leather Shopper Tote. On this bag, it’s the flash of light pink that really shakes up an otherwise neutral carryall. It’s cute and polished at once, and while it’s girly it doesn’t feel too youthful. In other words, you could carry this to the office …

… last week’s Shopping List Poll, and the purse chosen for our lookalike shopping spree was the Marc Jacobs Small Camille Leather Tote. This bodacious beauty was first spotted for a whopping $1,765 at MyTheresa – but have no fear: we’ve found five fantastic lookalikes (NOT fakes) for you to enjoy. We must warn you, these bags are a tad playful, have a touch of tang, and are a ton of fun. Tell us your favorite by leaving a comment below!

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The stars tell me that this Marc Jacobs Croc-Embossed Cosmic Tote is sure to be a favorite come spring. It’s the very epitome of a standout bag, thanks to its gilded body and crackled croc texture. Right now, it would look chic against a red wool coat, but it’s really ideal for a warm day – imagine chilling aboard a yacht with this by your side. Available for $1995 at Neiman Marcus.

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