Bags

>> Accessories line Meredith Wendell is relatively new — but its colorblock bags, quirky-chic belts, and geo-pop baubles are already regular fixtures on the pages of Vogue, Elle, W, Harper's Bazaar, and Marie Claire. Created in 2008 by husband-and-wife duo Meredith and Wendell German, the line features strong silhouettes, luxurious textures, and richly-vibrant color combinations — a sporty-luxe aesthetic that's right in step with the mood of recent seasons. "The color inspiration comes mainly from The Greenbrier Hotel in West Virginia. I spent my childhoods there, and the Dorothy Draper-designed interiors are so vibrant and dynamic, it’s hard not to become inspired," Meredith explains. In fact, In fact, the Greenbrier is such a strong influence that in recent seasons, the Germans have traveled to West Virginia to shoot the line's lookbooks — lushly styled by friend and creative collaborator Beth Fenton — on the grounds of the storied hotel.

Here, a look at the current collection — including images from the Chris Brooks-shot lookbook, and a selection of pieces (priced from $220 to $1,900) currently available to shop online.

If you're looking for fur and shearling in small doses, we suggest you try out this season trend on a handbag or clutch. Bag swaps are the easiest way to update a look, and the best part? These shearling and fur bags can easily go several ways: pair them with leather leggings, booties, and a sweater for a cool day look; dress it up with a minidress for an evening ensemble; or follow Karolina Kurkova's lead, shown here on the Michael Kors Fall 2011 runway, and go for silky pants and an oversize knit for ultimate luxury. The result will inevitably feel cozy, but totally cool. Peruse the slideshow to see our top 10 picks and why we love them. Don't forget, a little can go a long way.

Clutches used to be more of an evening thing, but we love the idea of wearing them during the day as well. When we don't feel like lugging around our gigantic bags, we're leaning toward a more polished touch via foldover clutches. Thanks to oversized silhouettes and casual chic design, foldover clutches can easily hold all of your essentials and maybe even an extra lip gloss or two. Click the slideshow to see and shop our top 10 picks — like this amazingly luxe red Lanvin clutch — for the Fall season and why we love them in the slideshow.

When you feel like getting away for the weekend, the last thing you want to do is worry about what to pack your outfits in. That's why we compiled all of the best weekend bags for you to get now, so next time you plan on fleeing the city, you don't have to fret about what bag to bring. Fall and Winter getaways require a sturdier bag, something durable, water-resistant, yet chic. Our mix includes a variety of styles and prices ranging from this fun pink leopard print duffel from Mulberry to investment-worthy finds from Coach. Click the slideshow to shop more cute weekend bags for your next fun getaway.

>> Super-bright clutches, vintage briefcases, cross-body box bags — these were just some of the many crushworthy styles we spotted on the streets while making the Fashion Week rounds. From Bryanboy's too-cute royal blue Mini Miss Wu to Hanneli Mustaparta's woven zig-zag clutch — there were simply too many good ones to count. Some of our favorites are here in the slideshow.

If you're not familiar with J.W. Hulme, let us give you a quick history lesson. The brand has been around since 1905, making tents for the war and then later designing bags for sporting hunters. Fast-forward to present time and J.W. Hulme is still going strong, but now designing quality bags and accessories for the 9 to 5 warrior. We love its sturdy, timeless bags, so you can imagine our excitement when we found out the brand just launched an auction site today — bids are currently between $126 to $420 — selling rare and vintage pieces from its archives. The current stock, which will be replenished for the next couple of weeks, includes a bevy of women and men's bags ranging from buttery soft brown leather totes to cross-body saddle bags. The perfect Fall gift for yourself, or maybe a deserving boyfriend? Check out more pieces from the collection in the slideshow, and then start shopping. May the highest bidder win!

Fall handbags are taking shape — and we like what we see. With the continued presence of ladylike dressing, purses are decidedly boxy. In favor of oversize totes and slouchy satchels, bags are structured and framed. From Alexander Wang's super-chic variations to the return of Coach's classic bags, this group of Fall handbags remind us to keep it classy and outfit a look that's fit to pair with our gorgeous arm candy. Click through to shop our editors' picks.