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Bag It: The Celebrity Accessory Trend That's Turning Heads Now

We couldn't help but notice the flashy arm candy in each of these casual celebrity style moments.


We couldn't help but notice the flashy arm candy in each of these casual celebrity style moments. No, not a single one of these style setters' looks screams "look at me!" — and yet we can't seem to avert our eyes from the bright pop of neon accompanying each otherwise-understated outfit.

It seems Miranda Kerr, Jenna Lyons, and Jamie Chung are on to a very clever bit of styling (go figure!). Miranda kept it simple in denim and a button-down, but added a brilliant citron Michael by Michael Kors bag, for a trip to the airport. Jenna added life to a button-up and trousers with a bold Proenza Schouler PS11 bag (note the perfectly nonchalant crossbody styling), and Jamie Chung furthered her street-style prowess with a neon chain-strap bag in tow. After reviewing all three brightly accessorized ensembles, we're left with one thought: all it takes is a great bit of citron arm candy to liven up a whole look. Shop below and prepare to transform your Summer style with a single accessory.

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The Must-Have Mini Bag

Serving as the happy medium between big satchels and small clutches, it's no wonder why we love mini bags so much.


Serving as the happy medium between big satchels and small clutches, it's no wonder why we love mini bags so much. These perfectly sized bags are ideal for those days when you want to keep the load light on weekend trips, concert excursions, or on a night out. Shop our top picks from Neiman Marcus now.

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The Best of Resort 2014: Accessories Edition

The Resort 2014 collections certainly warrant a closer look, right down to the very last detail.

The Resort 2014 collections certainly warrant a closer look, right down to the very last detail. But it's not just the never-ending supply of lightweight fabrics and vacation-ready pieces that make these collections ripe for Summer styling; the shoes, the bags, and the glittering jewels do the bulk of the statement-making.

Ombré colorways provide new meaning to bright palettes, floral-embroidered tapestry bags double as chic beach totes, already-sexy pointy-toe pumps are transformed with even sexier cutouts, and modified takes on the evening clutch aren't limited to graphic motifs and raffia finishes. See the best of the Resort 2014 accessories here in the gallery.

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Summer Travel: The 19 Best Weekender Bags

Most of us will steal away this Summer — be it to a lakeside cabin, a quiet beach, or a bustling city — for at least a few days, and the key to effortless travel during the warmer months is packing light.

Most of us will steal away this Summer — be it to a lakeside cabin, a quiet beach, or a bustling city — for at least a few days, and the key to effortless travel during the warmer months is packing light. With sunny getaways in our near future (you know, the ones that require little more than a bathing suit and a few coverups) and a "no checked-bag" policy guiding our decision-making process, here are our top picks for chic weekender bags, duffels, and oversized totes. You'll be ready to jet, with no annoying waits in baggage claim.

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Bags For Your 9 to 5

There's no question that your work bag should be an investment piece, and designers like Reed Krakoff and Michael Kors have provided us with endless options for your 9-5 grind.


There's no question that your work bag should be an investment piece, and designers like Reed Krakoff and Michael Kors have provided us with endless options for your 9-5 grind. From structured satchels to chic leather totes, shop the best bags (that'll fit all of your essentials), on the market.

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The Best Weekender Bags For All of Your Summer Escapes

Whether it's the Hamptons or Napa, Summer is all about making those getaways for a little rest and relaxation.

Whether it's the Hamptons or Napa, Summer is all about making those getaways for a little rest and relaxation. To help you on your way, we rounded up the best travel bags that score high on fashion and function. Shop some of our top choices — from Saint Laurent, Gucci, Coach, and more — below.

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Pantone Loves Blue For Spring! Try the Trend With 19 Bright Bags

As the official expert on all things color, Pantone deemed 10 shades as right on trend for Spring/Summer 2013 — and two fall squarely in the blue family (Monaco and Dusk)!

As the official expert on all things color, Pantone deemed 10 shades as right on trend for Spring/Summer 2013 — and two fall squarely in the blue family (Monaco and Dusk)! We've had a long relationship with the hue in denim, dresses, and tops, but as an accessory, it still feels like something new. Experiment alongside us by adding a colored bag to your wardrobe. See the 19 we're loving right now!

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Keep Calm and Carryall: The Best Bags to Tote All Summer

The switch to Summer isn't complete until you've ditched the heavy leather totes in favor of something that's a whole lot lighter — but big enough to hold your iPad and a favorite beach read or two.
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The switch to Summer isn't complete until you've ditched the heavy leather totes in favor of something that's a whole lot lighter — but big enough to hold your iPad and a favorite beach read or two. It really doesn't matter if you're vacation-bound or just headed to work; this season is all about lightening up, and we're starting with your everyday bag. With pops of color, classic Summer stripes, perforated details, and bright prints, this set is both totally on-trend and entirely functional. Consider this your call to tote-swap — just click through to shop the most stylish ways to stash your stuff all Summer.

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Our Ultimate Spring '13 Bag Guide — See and Shop the Top Trends!

No Spring (or Summer) wardrobe is complete without its statement bag, and that's where our ultimate bag guide will serve you well.

No Spring (or Summer) wardrobe is complete without its statement bag, and that's where our ultimate bag guide will serve you well. When our favorite models strutted down the Spring '13 runways, we paid extra attention to their arm candy — every handle, every zipper, every shape — and now we're translating those styles into trends you can shop at all price points. Judging from the colorblocked bags and printed silhouettes to the seriously textured investment and must-have party clutch, we promise there's something in here for everyone. Just click through to find your It bag now.

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Lucite Clutches Are (Clearly) Having a Red Carpet Moment — the Proof Here

Lucite clutches are (clearly) having a major moment in the spotlight — all you have to do is zoom in on the red carpet for further proof.

Lucite clutches are (clearly) having a major moment in the spotlight — all you have to do is zoom in on the red carpet for further proof. First spotted on the Spring '13 runways at Gucci and Chanel, these Lucite handhelds have made their way to the Hollywood circuit, and with that comes even more inspired ways to wear them. Solange Knowles is the proud owner of not one, but two styles, while Sophia Bush and Olivia Palermo have both sported brighter neon versions. Step inside to get a closer look at how the stars are styling their Lucite clutches and score your own.

Plus, you can shop our editors' (other) clear-bag picks directly from the ultimate Spring '13 bag guide.