The satchel is your handbag best friend. It's medium sized, ladylike and simple - I'm sure everyone has a favorite satchel sitting in her closet needing a dust off! If not, this Spring would be a good time to invest in one - especially a colorful one. Because this isn't an oversized tote it's a better colorful contender - there's less bag so it's not so in-your-face bright. And a satchel is what Read more

When form meets function you have the convertible bag. These have been the celeb favorite lately. Remember Reese and her Lanvin? As well, Ashley Olsen's all about it. When worn as a satchel, the long strap hangs in a cool lackadaisical fashion; when worn as a shoulder bag, it looks travel ready. The convertible bag is even more convenient than the car, if you ask me. Here are some fab Read more

Printed canvas bags provide some comic relief during this week's Spring Handbag Guide. I know we all love buttery leather, but color and prints are best done on canvas - it is many artist's favorite medium after all! Prints are bold and whimsical, providing an outfit a shot of fun. Now I heard all your comments about Target in yesterday's post on small shoulder bags and I totally feel you. I Read more

I discovered Joanna Louca on a trip to NYC last year. I was in a cool new boutique in the West Village that specialized in indie designers and one of her handbags caught my eye. It had a crafty appeal to it and looked like something one would find in Eastern Europe, like Istanbul or somewhere. Not quite Missoni, not quite Marni, something different and new - I was smitten. Joanna Louca woven Read more

Hey ladies! Get funky with these small shoulder bags. This is actually one of my all time favorite styles! They are ladylike and urban wrapped into one; because of this you can dress it up or funk it down. I don't carry lots of stuff on a regular basis, especially on the weekends when I prefer to lighten my load, so if you don't need an over-sized tote, right this way please... Be sure to tune Read more

I hope you all found my Spring Shoe Guide last week helpful! It appears crispet was inspired because she put together a whole Spring/Summer Shoe Collection: Under $25. It is in the FRUGALOSITY! group - be sure to join in on the frugal fashion fun. Thanks crispet! So, onto the other key accessory for life: handbags! All week long I am going to show you Fab's Spring Handbag Guide. I wonder what Read more