Handbago just wanted to drop a line or two of exclamation about RK New York’s feature in Accessories Online Magazine! We’re excited to see one of our designers make it onto this site, because let’s just face it…we love RK New York and all its edgy luxuriousness. Just like their jewelry and small leather accessories, we love their bags, of course! But we definitely don’t wonder why Accessories Online Magazine would love the RK New York Alligator …

… The Fall season brings all of the rich jewel tones back into our color palettes. One of the bags on my “want” list this season is the Kate Spade New York Knightsbridge Mod Little Helena Bag. This croc-embossed patent leather bag combines two of our favorite bag trends – patent and croc. This luxury leather bag has numerous pockets inside as well as two compartments with a zip divider in the middle. It also has protective feet to keep our pretty teal bag in tip top shape. Treat …

Wearing cross body bags has become increasingly popular this season, and we are all about changing things up!  Check out our picks for the best bags to wear over your outfit.

My favorite cross body bag for the summer is the Riki Rosetta New York White Alex Mini!  Perfect for a sunny day in the city.  Pairs great with a sundress or shorts and strappy sandles.  Keeping in light in the heat, you can’t …

… kiss-lock clasp and essential metal feet to make sure it keeps its proper posture. The Kate Spade New York Bixby Leather Kiss-Lock Bag is classy, elegant and would bring you from an uptown lunch to a downtown date with ease. Bags like these are an effortless addition to almost any outfit. The classic lines and simple color make it easy to blend with most looks and add polish to any look. Pair this bag with anything from a Bop Basics long jumpsuit

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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 …

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 sky blue …

… today (I wait all season for this day!!), they are giving away the most fabulously Snob Worthy bags to a lucky Bag Snob reader, a Givenchy!! The Large Antigonia Duffle with top zip, rolled leather handles and a flat leather shoulder strap valued at $2040. You know how we LOVE Givenchy, the Antigonia Duffle is a new classic that will long live in your closet for years to come. The timeless shape is giving an update with flared out gussets giving it a modern geometric shape.

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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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… purse chosen (after a landslide finish) for our lookalike shopping spree was the Donna Karan Large New York Tote! This red giant was first spotted for $1,995 at Donna Karan – but have no fear: we’ve found six more affordable lookalikes (NOT fakes) for you to buy and love. We’d love to hear your favorite – just leave us a comment below!

1. Piel Womens Small Professional Tote $79.69

2. Pebbled Leather Tote $279

3. Furla Divide It Textured Leather Medium Shopper $298

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… make even plain leather look impeccable by way of intricate weaving techniques. I love those bags, but I also love to see new and different things from the purveyors of woven luxury. The Embossed Frame Clutch definitely veers from type. With its dramatic coloring and faint studs, this feels haunting and old-fashioned. In other words, totally captivating. Available for $2500 at Barneys New York.