2011 was a year that I fell in love with clutches. Unfortunately, I only have one but boy did I do a lot of window shopping. The most beautiful clutch I saw in 2011 was the Alexander McQueen “Cathedral” Clutch. As soon as I saw it, I fell in love. It was gorgeous, stunning and classy with a capital C. The McQueen brand always releases beautiful clutches but the brand really out did themselves with the “Cathedral”. The “Skull Box” Clutches are always a favorite of mine but I think this one kills them all. I’ve never seen a clutch quite like this and if I could have I would of bought it in a heart beat.

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Who is my Bag Designer of the Year? I have so many favorite individual bags but do any of those translate to the comprehensive title? One great bag doesn’t make the cut there has to be multiple bags in a collection. There are designers who have multiple style that I love but aren’t necessarily new designs. I think the designer of the year has to be a trendsetter and have a collection of bags that I covet. It could also be a newer face on the bag scene that is making a splash. So, who makes me want to max out my credit cards??

My frontrunners for Bag Designer of the Year:

Tods. My first designer bag was a Tods and they have really upped their designs this year with fresh styles and shapes, new leathers and a modern edge to classic shapes that will be a staple of a wardrobe for years to come. The Shopper Tote, the Ivy, D-Bauletto, Ava so many amazing bags. Beautiful everyday handbag styles but what about a clutch? for $1300.00
♥ Tod’s AGJ Media Bag available at Saks Fifth Avenue!

Yves Saint Laurent: Always beautiful, quality handbags and I’ve been infatuated with the Roady hobo bag for more than a year now. The Muse is a must have for any fashionista…but what’s new? This Muse Two combines the colorblock trend with a satchel in fun red, linen and navy shades. $1895.
♥ Yves Saint Laurent Muse Two at NET-A-PORTER!

Celine: The Trapeze and Luggage Totes are arguably the most coveted bags of the year. Worn by major models and celebrities, these bags are striking in their chic design and new shapes. But, Celine is very limited in availability. New styles are pretty much limited to in-store shopping at some of the most upscale boutiques and department stores in extremely limited quantities. Availability is definitely an issue. The black calfskin portfolio can be found on Bluefly on sale for $2430.
♥ Celine calfskin portfolio at Bluefly!

Reed Krakoff: One of the newest designers to make a huge splash on the bag scene. Reed Krakoff is the designer behind the most successful brand purchased by everyone from college girls to celebrities. The new line launched with huge success. I also love many of the designs and the bags are great quality too. The Boxer Tote is a beautiful new style and I still covet the mini-crossbody in black. Check out this beautiful red Boxer on mytheresa for $990.00
♥ Reed Krakoff BOXER at My Theresa

Alexander McQueen: You know I adore the clutches. The skull box clutch and De Manta clutches are my absolute favorites, but I’ve yet to see a satchel, hobo or shoulder bag that elevates the entire line above others.
The ocelot printed De Manta is striking and reasonably priced on sale for $367.99
♥ Alexander McQueen De Manta at Zappos!

Fendi: I remember Fendi as a huge line from the late 80s and hadn’t seen much innovation over the years. But this year was special. The Silvana and Chameleon were major successes and the new striped bags are fun and fashion forward. $2300 at Saks in multicolor tote in cobalt blue.
♥ Fendi Silvana at Saks

And the Winner is..

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I’m a sucker for evening bags especially clutches. I don’t think anyone designs them better than Swarovski, Judith Leiber, and Alexander McQueen. Swarovski and Judith Leiber are obviously favorites because of their beautiful shining crystals. Evening bags always look prettier when some bling is added to them. However, Alexander McQueen takes away most of the bling, for the most part, and has a clutch just as beautiful called the skull clutch.

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The Alexander McQueen brand is absolutely fabulous, anything the brand releases is usually brilliant. For the handbags, the brand usually releases the same bags over and over again just in different colors. I’m perfectly fine with that, because any and every Alexander McQueen is stunning.

The current “Soft” Clutch made me scream, which is odd because it’s in color! I normally only like black handbags but this bag is too beautiful too pass up! The light blue and cream color combination looks so amazing together. Then to top it off, the skull embellishment with Swarovski crystals goes so well with the colors of the handbags. This is honestly, one of the most beautiful handbags I’ve seen this year. Not so much for the style, but the color combination is irresistible.

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Alexander McQueen has always been a designer brand that can be categorized in two different categories: unique or classy. There really is no in between with anything designed by the house of Alexander McQueen. Every piece is either something Lady Gaga or Kate Middleton would wear.

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As I always mention, Alexander McQueen will always be one of my favorite designers. He was always so unique that you couldn’t help but stair at his designs in awe. I’m thrilled that his fashion house continues to design the collections the way he would of wanted them.

I’ve always been a fan of the skull clutches but I think I found the most beautiful skull clutch I’ve ever seen. The “Cathedral” Skull Clutch is so beautiful that it’s just in a different league as previous skull clutches. It reminds me of something we would of seen in the Lady Gaga “Bad Romance” video. It’s beautiful but yet edgy at the same time. It’s definitely a piece that catches your eye instantly.

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When I first saw the Emily Cho Oversized Folded Clutch, I thought perhaps my eyes were playing tricks on me. I knew I had seen this design before. But where? Then it dawned on me. Of course, Alexander McQueen’s De-Manta Clutch! See the resemblance? Now I don’t know if McQueen was the first (ever) to come up with this design, after all it is pretty simple. But I do know that this design will forever be in my mind a McQueen. This is understandable, considering the Alexander McQueen De-Manta Clutch is practically everywhere!

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Not too long ago, I wrote about Cobalt Blue for The Fashion Row. It is such a gorgeous color! What a wonderful way to add a splash of color for your Fall wardrobe. In the post, I featured some of my favorite clothing items for the color trend. While these pieces were wonderful, I realize some people just aren’t THAT brave. After all, cobalt blue is a very bold color! But I think even the most color-phobic gal can handle a cobalt blue accessory — especially if that accessory is a handbag. And boy do I have a cobalt blue handbag for you! Check out the Alexander McQueen Cites Chanter Python Hobo!

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I’ve always been a huge fan of Alexander McQueen’s Skull Clutches ever since I laid my eyes on one. Every season the brand has the same clutch come out in the new collection, it’s just styled differently. Now, I’m absolutely loving one of the newest versions the “Classic” Skull Clutch.

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