Hot Handbag Guide

Big trends in handbags this season include ladylike, sexy and rock 'n' roll details ranging from kiss-lock frames, metal chains, quilting, patent leather, wild animal prints and hot colors like red and cool colors like deep midnight blues, purples and greens and the greyest greys in between. And if you're mad for plaid and cozy knits, you're in luck too. Scope out our roundup of some of our favorite bags for fall, including lots of indie and emerging designers with picks in every price range. Because every girl deserves a fab bag.

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Daisy Janie

Custom fabrics from Daisy Janie put these handbags in a class by themselves. If you're looking for a unique, not-everybody-has-one fabric handbag, this is the place to shop. Featuring mid-sized totes, roomy sling-strap handbags, petite purses, wristlets and cosmetic mirror-pouches.

BussBuss readers take 10% off Fall/Winter handbags with code 'bussbuss' at checkout. Expires 12/31/06.

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Carrie Scott

The best ideas are either born at the beach or the bar. In Carrie Scott's case, the design for the Cargo handbag was created over an extra cold Ketel One martini with a twist. Now, your handbag collection can have a twist with Carrie Scott's Cargo handbags.

Featured in Daily Candy, Carrie Scott handbags are functional art, made from genuine drive-thru bank carriers. Available in 14 colors.

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Imooi

Check out our favorite handbags this fall! Enjoy an exclusive 25% off these colorful clutches, satchels, totes and shoulder bags through December 31, 2006. Own this stylish accent today.

BussBuss readers enjoy an exclusive 25% off with code 'bussbuss' at checkout. Expires 12/31/06.

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Lorelei
Check out the new Lorelei website! The latest collection is a must-see with gorgeous, one-of-a-kind bags. NYC fashionistas love them and so do magazine editors, stylists and celebrities (Reese, Angelina, Nicole, Zooey, Jessica and Lindsay are all fans).

BussBuss readers enjoy 15% off with code 'BUSSBUSS' at checkout. Don't miss the sale page for great deals on adorable styles.

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Red 24
Football Fashion by Red 24! Choose from among real football purses, clutches, drawstrings, scarves, tassels and more. Basketball and soccer designs are also available. Designed to give fashion choices to real sports fans.

BussBuss readers take an exclusive 10% off with code 'Buss10' at checkout. Expires 10/28/06.

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Margaret Nicole
Cozy knit bags are a big trend again this fall and we love the new wool and cotton totes at Margaret Nicole. Perfect for all of our essentials, the preppy ladylike feel makes us want to be ladies who lunch. Bonus: Our laptop even fits inside the large tote!

Bulga
One of last year's "It" bags gets even better. Shedding the grommets of seasons past, Bulga is back with a streamlined, sophisticated look for Fall 2006. We like the more understated cool-chic look and this bag goes with just about anything.

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Mad for plaid? The Ana Frame Bag's unique shape and fab colors and prints (olive, plum, cobalt, chocolate, butterscotch, black, tweed and plaid) aren't the only great things about this bag. With its adjustable straps at the corners, you can shape it 'til your heart's content.

Anna Corinna

Flexibility is key, right? Wear the Mini City Bag folded and it's a comfy shoulder bag that holds your essentials. But, after a little unplanned shopping trip or when you're just traveling a little heavier, unfold it and it holds plenty more -- large enough to fit a magazine when unfolded. Comes in moss, slate, plum, rust and black.

aGaiN NYC
Made from vintage fabrics, this "green" bag is perfect for your laptop or your ungodly collection of mags. It also has a fun Marc Jacobs-esque aesthetic minus the MJ price tag.

SML Bags
Fusing classic style with modern, urban edge, this vintage-looking clucth wins our hearts with its unique shape.

Nam Kim
The Fly By Night Bag is an update of a classic military flyer's bag. In soft leather, it's flat but has two expandable pockets on the outside, as well as interior pockets built into the baby blue lining. Available in black or oxblood.

Bari J.
The Ilisa clutchette in gorgeous pink wool is accented with a fun and unique vintage brooch. We like that pink is unexpected for fall and expect lots of compliments when clutching it.

Dutchy
The Nana Doc is great for work, the gym or even as a stylish diaper bag. The strap fits comfortably over your shoulder or around your forearm. Available in wine, mocca, black or nutmeg.

Matt & Nat
The Jorja Fox bag looks like rich leather and suede but is actually all vegan. These days, there's no need to compromise style.

Neal Decker
The Porthole handbag, in wild zebra with hot red handles, has an interior zip pocket, brass feet, side snaps, a gorgeous lining and key lanyard. It folds flat and is perfect for traveling. Made from vintage fabrics in limited editions.

SLim NYC
The Hip Tote Bag is literally three bags in one -- and for a great price. Click on the pic to see how to use and wear all three bags - they're fab!

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The EL is soft, supple, slouchy and sassy. Featuring three exterior pockets and three interior pockets, we'll have no excuse for not being organized this fall.

Talene Reilly
Designed for the glamour girl on the go, this laptop tote is perfect for holding everything. It has a fabulous flannel and leather exterior and zip top and includes the brand's signature Teflon-coated, foam-padded laptop pocket (it keeps your computer safe from falls up to three feet!), metal feet and pockets galore.

Francesco Biasia
The sexy and gorgeous Secret Love Patent handbag holds a continental wallet, cosmetic case and all your gadgets. Top flap with a pull release closure. Interior lining with a center divider and back wall zip pocket.

Ryan Bags
Ponies and birds and chocolate? What girl could resist that? The Poucho bag is perfection with a price tag that's easy to digest, too.

Begeren
The Moorea Tote comes in fabulous colors like ballet, shamrock, nude, citrus and marine and has super convenient pockets so you can tote your essentials with ease.

Betsey Johnson
Take a walk on the wild side with this anything-but-shy bag. Featuring studded leather trim details, leopard print and nylon web handles.

Kate Spade
The Mackinac Eley features flower and bird embroidery on Irish wool plaid, a tie closure and gleaming 14-karat light gold accents.

Fred Flare
This fancy necklaces tote rawks solid. Solid gold that is. And pearls too. Throw on this canvas silk-screened tote with 8-inch metallic gold vinyl handles, inner pockets and handy metal chain with clasp to attach keys or other valuables.

Juicy Couture
The Sophie gives the traditional leather shopper a younthful and glam makeover with goldtone studs and charms. The roomy interior holds at least a magazine, wallet and water bottle.

Fred Flare
Stash your goods in this fab black quilted bag with kiss-lock closure. It even has a removable chain strap and both outer and inner zip pockets for all your loot.

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