Haute Handbag Trend:Top Handles

{ Via: Vogue }

One of my favorite bag trends this season. The Top Handle Bag is classic and classy, ladylike and luxe. Most of all it's feminine. I might add it's expensive, too. This trend was a bit difficult to offer in affordable styles. I did find two bags that are cute and under $100. Though it was tempting, I spared us all the lure of anything over $500.

DeMellier Vancouver Top Handle

A beautiful line of bags handcrafted  and sustainably sourced in Europe. For every bag sold, the brand funds vaccines and treatments aimed to save the life of a child in need. $495

DeMellier  or  Bloomingdale's (where you get a gift card with purchase of this bag.)

Bombon Braided Shiny Leather Bag

You get two for one with this bag. It can be worn as a top handle or crossbody bag. It's made in Spain in a very "in" color this season. $460

Bergdorf Goodman

Marc Jacobs The Sack Bow Top Handle

An adorned iteration of the beloved MJ Sack Bag. It's also reminiscent of the nylon Prada bags. I think it is as cute as can be. $250

Neiman Marcus

Kira Calf Top Handle 

Like many of them, this bag can also be worn as a crossbody.  $420

Revolve or Tory Burch

The Hunter Convertible Bag
With a 70's minimalist vibe, this bag also looks very modern. The soft squared silhouette is crafted from chocolate leather and supple Italian calf suede. Beautiful! Other colors, too. $475

Alexis Bittar

Cult Gaia Asa Bag

I am so loving this bag! It works for daytime and evening. Of course, the gold handle adds the luxe. $458

Revolve 

Kate Spade Patent Top Handle Bag

Vogue calls this color  Slime Green, and it's a thing for this season. I think it's great fun. $298
Neiman Marcus

Cult Gaia Kazia Bag

Navy. Another surprisingly important color for fall. One of the best bags of the season in my opinion.  It's sculpted, sleek, and sophisticated. $498 You'll earn a $100 gift card with this purchase.

Tuckernuck

Urban Expressions Hunter Green 

Lizbeth Bag

Faux leather done well. Love the Bottega like weave. $80

Tuckernuck

JW PEI Lucia Classic Top Handbag

This style is faux, but really fun. It's $99. Who is really going to know unless they touch your bag?

Anthropologie

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Best Buys On Bags

 

{ Via Mansur Gavriel }

As some of us are wishing for cooler weather, sitting seaside isn't a bad idea, especially with the wave of sale bags rolling in. This roundup of 17 stylish handbags begins at $60.  There are some fabulous finds!

Mini Bucket Bag
This vegetable tanned leather hobo might be mini but it will hold all of your necessities. Available in 14 colors, but only a few are on sale. This very versatile color is included.

 Was $595  Now $240

Mansur Gavriel

Katy Convertible Saddle Bag

Wear it as shown or crossbody. The gold hardware takes this bag up several levels.

Was $378. Now $295

Kate Spade

DeMellier New York Tote

Chic in canvas with leather handles and trims. 

Was $650  Now $390

Shopbop

Alexander Wang Dome Structured Pochette

Just beautiful! Comes with a silver chain to wear on shoulder if desired.

Was $795  Now $398
Saks Fifth Avenue

Retrofete Adley Clutch

I could not love a bag more. This style is simply fabulous!

Was $498  Now $244

Final Sale

Neiman Marcus

Ferragamo Canvas & Leather Tote

What a luxe look! It comes with a removable leather zip pouch, which is so handy.

Was $1,650  Now $825

Shopbop

Classic Leather Tote

This may be the perfect leather tote! It features all the right pockets on the inside and plenty of room for travel necessities, too. I would add a scarf to make it my own.

Was $279. Now $179 & take an extra 20% off.

Mark & Graham

Rattan Bali Bag
Cute as can be.

Was $88  Now $60

Anthropologie

Lace Up Kasbah Tote

If you collect bags, your summer wardrobe just might need this one. It's all leather on the outside with a removable drawstring pouch that has been designed by artist Louis Barthelemy.

Was $515 Now $360

Sandro Paris

Staud Shirley Bag

My kind of tote and bargain! Embossed leather and metal trimmed handle. It also comes with a detachable cross body strap and a pouch.

Was $395  Now $297

Staud Clothing

Liselle Kiss Taylor Bag

One of my favorites. 

Was $495.  Now $297

Bloomingdale's

Amelie Plum Bag

Who owns a plum bag? I don't. This stylish shade would look so good this fall on a grey or black coat. It's made with pebble grain leather. Can be styled cross body or on the shouldder.

Was $395  Now $158

Gigi New York

Ruched Pillow Handbag

This bag features a modern smooth Nappa leather with a slight glossy finish.  The gold hardware adds the luxe.

Was $445. Now $178

Alexis Bittar

All Saints Straw Tote

A great look that will finish out this summer with style. There is a bonus matching pouch that comes with it.

Was $139.   Now $97

All Saints

Manseur Gavriel Cloud Clutch

A signature style of the brand. It's handcrafted in a buttery soft Italian lambskin. Prices vary depending on color.

Was $545   Now $275 - $380

Manseur Gavriel

Emmie Phone Crossbody

I need one of these! All leather and so practical. Perfect for taking a walk, walking the dog, running to the market and more.
Was $150 Now $60.

Gigi New York

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