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After chatting with the lovely Adriana Castro we thought you'd be itching for one of her fabulous and well priced croc bags! This lovely is called the "Lola" and is new for Fall, loving the rich berry shade.  We can all use a brightly colored tote to brighten up our fall wardrobe! Made of Caiman fuscus crocodile with double top handles (7" drop), it's a stunner of a shopper, a basic with a twist-- one that you'll use over and over.  It's sized at 12"H x 15"W x 6"H and priced at $2,750  At Adriana Castro online here.

I've been wearing Donna Karan clothes since college but have never had the itch for her bags... until I saw the small Gotham tote today. I am speechless (in a good way) over the design of this super kick ass bag. Ever the pragmatist, Donna Karan finds the perfect balance between trendy style and practical function and executes it flawlessly. The punk rock zippers are on trend and totally make the bag but what I really love about it is the multi compartments (3 main to be exact) and the many pockets to stash my goods. The outer side pockets are large enough for an iPhone and Kindle, so practical! Can not tell you how many times I get excited over outer pockets only to find they fit nothing but a postage stamp. But this is not the best part about the Gotham, the collection (there is a larger Gotham tote @ 14"x15" and clutch) is made of organic crinkled lambskin! This eco-friendly leather uses natural skins (by products) that starts at a chemical free farm and dyed by a tannery that is ISO 14000 certified using only vegetable tannins. Hello! Eco chic has never looked so hot! This is a major winner in my book. The one I'm getting is in espresso, a rich dark coffee distressed shade that almost looks black. Sublime! Small Gotham tote-- 14"W x 11"L (7" drop on shoulder straps) $1,495 at Donna Karan boutiques call 212-861-1001.

The Gotham convertible clutch bag also caught my eye. It has the same punk rockin' zippered style with a removable long body chain. The perfect complement for your hot date nights. Zippered interior to ensure nothing falls out. 11"W x 5"L, $995. (Jump for more photos!)

Donna Karan Zipper leather shoulder clutch

Donna Karan Small Zipper Satchel

Yes, I love Givenchy and that's right, I MUST have this clutch. This quilted pattern was done on the Sacca but on such a giant bag it was too much. On a clutch however, it is a whole new thing and totally fabulous. Love love love. And not just for it's beauty but look at how it opens up! There is a magical compartment that will hold as much as a regular bag (it's 10" wide). The zipper pocket can hold what you normally put in a tiny clutch, everything else is a bonus - extra makeup, snacks, your big wallet, whatever you want. You can totally rock out this look (yes, it can be done without studs!) or be lady-like in a LBD. At Barneys New York for $950.

There is a lot to be said for a simple classic hobo style bag (updated in glossy vernis soft patent leather) and no one does it better than YSL! When you want a bag that lasts through time and is current and relevant no matter the season, go to YSL. Do I sound like a broken record? I just love the brand, they rarely miss and when they do, it's forgiven almost immediately. I love this hobo shape, similar to its Mombasa but with a simple handle and chic minimal hardware. 14"x14" is easy to use daily and to travel with. The YSL Patent Hobo is reasonably priced at $1,195 and I know you'll use it often so your cost per wear will be very low with this shiny baby!

By the way, the folks at YSL asked me to announce their entry into the world of social media, join their YSL Facebook Fanpage here and follow them on YSL Twitter here! (Jump for more info)

When I heard the Marni designers jumped ship, I thought it would be the end of one of my most favorite bag lines. But apparently I had nothing to worry about. OK, last season sucked but this looks promising. It is a wool/cotton blend fabric frame with the signature leather straps. The straps attach toward the bottom of the bag, as you can see, so the outer zipper pocket is accessible even though it looks like it would be impossible to get to. Still, not the easiest thing but I do like the look of the straps going all the way down the bag instead of the typical, stitched at the top seam. The double clasp for the frame opening is another hurdle for me, it requires two hands or a bit of juggling to operate but like I said, this shows promise for what's to come, not that I'm running out to buy this, in case I'm sounding wishy washy. It has the usual natural cotton lining which makes the bag mostly fabric and thus the price extremely pleasing. At Marni for $715.

Before everyone drones on about how this is sooo boring, consider that it is a Tod's and they are known for the subtle and classic appeal. OK, fine, it is boring. But an immaculately made bag that is timeless and full of function definitely has its merits. And for a lot of women, that what they want, a bag that lasts forever and goes with everything. Well, this surely will and does. I saw this bag at Fall Preview and I instantly fell in love for the color. It is a warm gray, which they are calling Tan, but it is definitely more ashy than fleshy. And the simplicity is kind of mesmerizing, like a Valextra, looking at it puts you in a trance. It is so soothing and nice. Nothing wrong with a bag I'll use well into grandmotherhood. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $1445. Or call my good friend Carla at the Beverly Hills store at 310.285.0591.

I always get the credit for looking good when wearing DVF. People don't necessarily say, "Nice dress", they say, "You look great", which is a high compliment to DVF, she just makes you look like you have it all going on and the focus is really on you. I think that is her intention. And that's how this hobo is. You look like you know what you're doing effortlessly but it isn't a flashy bag that is screaming, "Look at me!!". There is a sprinkle of studs but very sparingly and the strap has these fold over tab details that are so unique. The bag is of course incredibly functional, being a true DVF, like the two zipper pocket on the sides to get to your stuff. At Neiman Marcus for $595.