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The Alexander McQueen Iris Plexiglas Box Clutch is one of those statement pieces that’s sure to garner glances and comments and envy whenever and wherever you carry it. The construction is pretty simple considering its impact: molded plexigas topped with a Swarovski-embellished gold metal clasp depicting a skull sitting inside a fully opened iris bloom. Very gothic-chic (as the brand does so well) but with a decidedly lighter vibe this time. Features are basic but include a gold metal frame and inside there’s white leather trim. $2,295

Alexander McQueen Iris Plexiglas Box Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 16 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Add a bit of princess-like pink sparkle to your evenings out with this Marano Glitter-Finish Leather Clutch by Anya Hindmarch. Easily paired with neutral, gray, white, or black this clutch could be the timeless investment piece that always makes you feel uber feminine and gorgeous, without going overboard into gaudy territory. Glitter-sprayed leather on a gold frame features a designer-stamped push clasp fastener on top and an interior lined in light suede with a single, pink-trimmed pouch pocket. Heads up there’s no shoulder strap, detachable or otherwise. $550

Anya Hindmarch Marano Glitter-Finish Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 15 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The subtle sheen on this Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag by Milly gives the casual bucket-bag styling a nice “resort glam” upgrade, with just a hint of bohemian energy. Features on this shimmery cutie include a single bamboo top handle (a bit of matte earthy contrast) plus a detachable textured-leather shoulder strap, drawstring closure with bamboo-embellished leather tassels, goldtone hardware, protective feet, and a designer-stamped hanging charm. Inside it’s lined in olive green twill (again with the earthiness) and has several pockets. A great summer essential that will go with practically everything. $475

Milly Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 14 May 2011 20:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Casual meets evening in this Studded Leather Clutch by Gucci. Generously sized it’s made of perforated tan leather with a subtle degradé finish. There’s both fine and heavy stitching details on the trim and small golden studs arranged in a grid pattern throughout.The fold-over flap front secures with a bamboo-detailed braided wrap-around strap that finishes in a pair of tassels with decorative knots and holds a signature “G” charm. Under the flap it has a zippered top closure and inside it’s lined with a combination of brown suede and twill. Great for dressing up day-wear or a casual night on the town. $2,400

Gucci Studded Leather Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 13 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Frilly western fringe in bright magenta python makes for a little urban boho fun on this Costa Besace Appliqued Python Bag by Antik Batik. The shoulder bag base is embellished with long fringe as well as leather appliques in purple, cream, and fuchsia. It features no top handles but a braided double shoulder strap (not detachable), a fold-over flap front that holds the fringe and a concealed magnetic closure, and a zippered pocket on the exterior under the flap. The inside is lined in bright purple with has two more zippered pockets and a designer stamp. $390

Antik Batik Costa Besace Appliqued Python Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 12 May 2011 17:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Easter may be over for this year but this little golden egg is a seasonless one that you can carry all year long. What really makes this Minaudiere Metal Oval Clutch by Lanvin so special is its decorative (and detachable) multistranded golden chain shoulder strap — when you wear the bag cross-body style it acts as an extra embellishment, almost like a large statement necklace of sorts. The bag itself is a gold metal covered oval miniaudiere with a push lock clasp closure and a fully lined black satin interior. $2,825

Lanvin Minaudiere Metal Oval Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 11 May 2011 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The pattern is one of those “so ugly it’s cool” designs and the zebra part of this Swash Zebra Scarf Silk Crepe de Chine Bags isn’t obvious at first but it’s there if you really look. The relaxed shape is uber comfortable in off-white silk crepe de chine with a single, extra wide black leather shoulder strap. Other features include designer stamped tag, an open top, and an interior lined in brown cotton (it’s wrinkled a little like a brown paper bag). Proof that statement bags don’t have to be just for evening. $505

Swash Zebra Scarf Silk Crepe de Chine Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 10 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Saying “orange, pink, and mustard” doesn’t sound very appealing but looking at orange, pink, and mustard on this Lucky Chyc Color-Block Tote by Yves Saint Laurent is another story altogether. Throw in some taupe, dark brown, and off-white and you’ve got an earthy but very modern take on color blocking. Details include visible black quilt stitch trim, very thin rolled leather double top handles, a “Y” compartment on the front exterior, protective feet, and a taupe twill lining with brown leather interior pouch pockets. In true tote style there’s no top closure and no shoulder strap. $1,350

Yves Saint Laurent Lucky Chyc Color-Block Tote, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 09 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The woven look makes me think basket, and baskets make me think summer, green meadows, and picnics, so it’s no wonder I like this Medium Flap Over Woven Print Bag from Carla Mancini. It’s very golden and rich, featuring a slightly slouchy shape to keep all that crazy texture looking relaxed and easy breezy for the season. Features include a single braided leather top handle, detachable shoulder strap, zippered front exterior pocket, and a roomy, fully lined interior. A deeper, more interesting way to accessorize your neutrals this summer. $490

Carla Mancini Flap Over Woven Print Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 08 May 2011 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Here’s one for the girly girls who are tired of bows and lace. A shimmering pink pailette treatment to catch eyes and invoke images of bubbly champagne and dainty lingerie. The Delray Pailette-Embellished Leather Shoulder bag by Marc Jacobs is a large shoulder bag made of blush leather covered front and back (the sides are left exposed leather) with perfectly matched oval-shaped pailettes. It has double rolled leather top handles and a heavy golden chain shoulder strap, plus the top closes via a darling push-clasp fastener with a designer stamp. Other features include protective metal feet and an interior fully lined in tan satin with one zippered pocket. Gorgeous. $2,350

Marc Jacobs Delray Pailette-Embellished Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 07 May 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Upgrade your staple black leather look with this Bottega Veneta Crocodile-Effect Leather Messenger bag. It’s slouchy, weathered, and casual, but also a little tough, edgy, and even glamorous. It features faded black leather with crocodile-effect trim, signature intrecciato detailing, and an adjustable shoulder strap with padding. The fold-over flap front closes via a small tab with a press stud (cute but not the most convenient to fasten) plus there’s a pocket on the outside rear and several inside the roomy interior. It’s fully lined in black leather and brown suede. $9,500

Bottega Veneta Crocodile-Effect Messenger, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 06 May 2011 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This bag makes me happy. Meredith Wendell takes the season’s color-blocking trend and gives it a preppy, slightly artsy vibe for giving everyday casuals a boost of energetic vibrance. The Bucket Leather and Canvas Shoulder Bag features shades of blue from deep indigo to bright baby blue, plus rich red in the form of patent leather “stripes” that end in designer-stamped metal tabs. It’s divided into three major compartments plus one zippered pocket, has a bright red lining, and has double magnetic fastenings under the front flap. $795

Meredith Wendell Bucket Leather and Canvas Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 05 May 2011 17:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We have the Ralph Lauren Collection to thank for this metallic western-meets-bohemian shoulder bag. The Embellished Fringed Leather Shoulder Bag is not for the timid as it’s not only really large but metallic silver all over and covered in long, thick, light-catching fringe. It also features several metallic discs in various shades, sizes, and designs, as well as a few pieces of genuine turquoise for an all around glamorous and eclectic look. The fold-over flap fastens with a button and the interior features three roomy pocket sections and whipstitch trim. $3,995

Embellished Fringed Leather Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sat, 30 Apr 2011 17:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This sherbet-hued creation from Marc Jacobs offers a lot in the way of color and personality despite being quite simple. The Snake Suede and Leather Clutch features raspberry suede paired with orange leather and raspberry python trim — literally in the form of a python. The little snake has a small brown leather tongue and eyelash details, plus as a single pink crystal eye. The bag closes via concealed magnetic closure and the interior is divided into three compartments, the center zipped, and is lined in brown leather. $1,095

Marc Jacobs Snake Suede and Leather Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Few do faux leather as well as Stella McCartney, and this reincarnation of her Falabella style is no exception. The ultra-thin style doesn’t leave much room for stashing any but the most basic of necessities but the sophisticated rocker-glam vibe it puts off is more than worth it. The Falabella Faux Leather Wristlet Bag is all bright Ecru faux leather and gleaming gunmetal hardware, plus a little designer-stamped tag and some whipstitching details. It has a zip-top closure and is fully lined inside in designer-stamped twill. $380

Falabella Faux Leather Wristlet Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Leather Tote from Gucci is a structured modern gem, and (for some reason) it makes me think of licorice. It’s all layers of vibrant black leather with rows of small gold stud details, braiding, thick leather tassels, a detachable luggage tag and woven shoulder strap, and of course the single glossy black bamboo top handle. It also has a small stud and bamboo twist-lock closure on the fold-over flap front. Inside it’s lined raffia and has one zippered pocket, plus a mirror and leather mirror sleeve. $4,200

Gucci New Bamboo Stud-Embellished Tote, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Designers go a little crazy sometimes creating handbags with outrageous features or price tags, all in the name of style, exclusivity, and pushing the boundaries of fashion. From clutches covered in diamonds to exotic skins dipped in 24-karat gold and even purses meant to look like garbage bags, we’ve seen it all.

Although it’s hard to imagine actually carrying some of these handbags (for example what shoes to wear with a cage clutch that resembles a small metal lobster trap?), it’s easy to appreciate the unique beauty and creativity involved in these little works of art. We’ve compiled 10 of the strangest and most outrageous bags — which are your favorites?

Top 10 Outrageous Designer Handbags originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Dear Danae Cabas Two-Tone Leather Shoulder Bag by Lanvin is deceptively simple in appearance — what at first glance is a very basic, monochromatic style quickly becomes a versatile, transformative favorite. The darker taupe section on the front (under the foldover top) can be removed to create a slimmer, more lightweight look or to be carried as a separate clutch. The bag features short double top handles, a long shoulder strap, a slight all-over crinkle finish, gold hardware, and zip-top closures on both the main body and the detachable clutch compartment. Inside it’s lined in black canvas with a designer plaque and one zip pocket. $1,790

Lanvin Dear Danae Cabas Two-Tone Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Tue, 26 Apr 2011 17:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Matthew Williamson Appliquéd Suede Clutch is proof that you don’t need jewels to be flashy or bold — just take some cues from nature and imitate the peacock. This soft-bodied bag is made of royal blue suede covered in part (the front flap) in multicolored sequins and peacock-effect feather appliqués. At 12″ wide it’s generously sized and features a concealed zip-top closure and press-stud fastening, plus a designer-stamped plaque under the flap and an interior lined in black twill. There’s one zip pocket inside and no shoulder strap. $1,695

Matthew Williamson Appliqued Suede Clutch, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Florine Embellished Shoulder Bag by Antik Batik is tiny and pastel, as well as soft and full of texture. An opportunity to bring some earthy glamour to an evening ensemble, as well as a little vintage-inspired depth and energy. The bag is based in light green suede and the exterior is completely covered in a combination of iridescent sequins in bright green and burnished brown, plus some fine bead and chain detailing on the fold-over flap front. All the hardware is burnished silver and comes in the form of a detachable shoulder strap of chain interwoven with green suede. Inside it’s lined in designer-stamped twill and has no pockets. $235

Antik Batik Florine Embellished Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day originally appeared on Luxist on Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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