Year after year, wool, fleece and felt lead the pack of fabrics that serve as reminders of cool weather. Obviously you know it’s that time of year if you spot a cardigan or a scarf, but if you see a wool handbag? May as well shove all of your summer prettiness to the back of the closet. This Miu Miu Wool-Felt Tote actually gets me a little bit in the mood for crisp, chilly air, knee-high boots and whatnot. …

… few surprises up its sleeve this fall. That’s evident in the case of their Asymmetric Oversized Wool-Felt Clutch, a bag which would be fairly boring if not for its unusually-shaped frame. The soft curve lends it a modern, architecturally chic feel - so much so that it could easily be the conversation piece of the night amongst the room’s fashion elite. It features a detachable shoulder strap, but this looks incredibly clunky bouncing against the hip. It’s just made to be carried and …

… In my rather sorry effort to organize my handbag, I’ve developed a sudden obsession with coin purses. Goodness knows how many times I’ve promised myself that I will never carelessly toss coins into my bag without a second thought, only to end up carrying something overloaded with loose change and so heavy it makes my shoulder ache. (Please tell me I’m not the only one!) Naturally, I’m drawn to cute things that somehow make all this organizing business a little more enjoyable, …

… whimsical little number has us hopping up into our chairs with excitement. The Forever 21 Mouse Coin Purse is a darling little faux leather wristlet that is begging to burrow itself into my purse. We can see ourselves taking this out by itself, feeding it the bare necessities and leaving the riffraff at home. The kiss closure and pink ears make this the cutest little purse pet ever. Available for $6 at Forever 21.

Tennis anyone? I don’t play myself, but I do appreciate a cute and cheeky coin purse, and this Kate Spade On the Ball Coin Purse definitely fits the bill. I can’t wait to pull this out the next time I’m at the laundromat. Maybe I’ll finally catch the eye of the cute athlete I see there and he can teach me how to play tennis this summer. Who knew a coin purse could be the root of such a nice fantasy? Available at Kate Spade for $98.

Cute gift alert! This Kate Spade Barrow Street Coin Purse is just the thing to tuck into the next birthday surprise you put together for your BFF. With its cute bow embellishment, it’s feminine without being overly girly. Also helpful is the jazzy color palette, which gives it a cool, nonchalantly chic appearance. Available for $50 at Kate Spade.

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… fanatic to begin with, so the association isn’t really that big a deal. The label’s Woven Wool Shoulder Bag proves exactly why I’m so “eh” on Missoni to begin with: it’s just bizarre, from its childlike, multicolored chain link strap to its hodgepodge blue and brown fabric body and its odd embellished plaque. This is $465? I’ll pass. Available at NET-A-PORTER.

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… sort of look the same, despite their varying shapes and sizes. No matter, though, because this Hex Wool Messenger Bag managed to capture my attention at first glance. Now, I know that it basically looks like a gray rectangle, but really? It’s all cozy, plush wool coating a practical messenger silhouette, and it even features an exterior compartment for an iPad. In addition to its Velcro flap, it also features a top-zip closure for extra security. It may be marketed toward men, but anyone can …

… planning an impressive birthday present, consider the Rebecca Minkoff Neon Lizard Little Louie Coin Pouch. It’s a fun little bag topped with studs for just a shot of edgy glamour. In bright pink, it’s girlish and cute – and it won’t break the bank, either. Available for $65 at Nordstrom.

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… more reserved about all things sparkly, try out the Nine West Glitter-Atzzi Sequin Small Kisslock Coin Purse. This little bag allows you to keep your sequins secure in a more modest handbag. And why you may be inclined to only bring this coin purse out for more festive occasions, I say carry it always to keep the every day a little more glittery. It’s just $20.99 at Buy.com.

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