While thinking about the idea of a gift guide for the working woman, I immediately thought of Zappo. Zappos has a huge selection of brand names with more high end designers added all of the time. Items are received so quickly, you will swear you just completed the order online! Shipping is free both ways and returns can be made within 365 days of purchase. So, easy and convenient for the working woman if the gift isn’t quite what she was needing!

Zappos has so many items to choose from, but I immediately went to the satchels. A working woman needs to put her life into her bag to meets the needs from 7am to 7pm. Let’s face it, does 9 to 5 really exist anymore? It should be roomy but have lots of compartments for organization. If she can slip in her laptop or ipad, it’s a huge bonus. File folders – perhaps. The bag should be ready for the job she wants and fulfill the needs of the one she has. And stylish? A must!

The Botkier Haven Satchel is a slim option that will hold your business items nicely. At 13 1/2″ x 11 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ there’s room for your laptop, cosmetic case, wallet and other essentials. Made of Italian leather for a luxe feel. It has a 16″ drop shoulder strap and a handle. This bag will take you places for $549!

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Ever look up at the sky and make out a rabbit or a bear in the fluffy white clouds? Of course, we have all done that at some point in our lives. It was one of those things that you did to pass the time during those long car rides. Well, today the Botkier Sophia Large Satchel became my cloud. But, then again, I have always been a very imaginative person. So what do you think ladies? Is it an English saddle or a little boat? I’m not sure what it is, but the shape of this bag is just making me want to see things!

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Wow, Botkier certainly has been pumping out a lot of new bags for this upcoming Fall season! I guess Monica has been working overtime this year! But that’s okay because I really enjoy seeing all the new designs, especially from a designer like Botkier. The company has come a long way since its beginning in 2003 and it has been so much fun watching it grow and evolve. So which Botkier handbag did I stumble upon while browsing the net this time? This lovely Hugh Satchel that you see pictured here, of course!

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Today is the last day to save 25% off over at StefaniBags.

Above are my favorite picks: CC Skye Nika in lace leather, Rebecca Minkoff Boyfriend in peach wash, Botkier Venice satchel in naked lambskin, and the Treesje Jovi in purple-licious viola!

The sale applies to everything online. And when I say everything, I mean everything. There are no exclusions. Well except for the obvious, no adjustments on previously purchased stuff.

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Lions & Tigers, clutches and totes…. Oh,my! These prints are everywhere this season! Sure, leopard and tiger are always visible in some capacity, but this year, you can find these prints by almost every designer with price points both low and high! While I kept being tempted by so many of the styles out there, if I listed them all here, I wouldn’t get to review them in-depth and individually. So here are just a few from brands you know and love to get you started on the hunt yourself!

Judith Leiber Wildcat Crystal Embellished Clutch
I thought I’d start off with a dream bag. Only a few can afford, but will cherish. The quality is jewel-like and so special to see. Silver, gold and brown leopard shaped box covered with fine swarovski crystals. Gold leather lining and a fine, chain link hand that can hide inside the bag finish this bag beautifully. There’s even an designer engraved miniature vanity mirror. Oh so amazing for $5495.
Leiber Boutique at Net-a-Porter!

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Joy Bryant has teamed up with Monica Botkier to bring us the Botkier Joy Satchel. Bryant is one of Oxfam America’s Sisters on the Planet ambassadors. “It’s an initiative engaging women of all walks of life to raise awareness about the environment”, says Bryant. The relief and anti-poverty organization specializes in helping communities, all around the world, realize individualized solutions to their problems. To help them in their efforts, Botkier will be donating 50% of the proceeds from the sale of these bags.

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Monica Botkier started in working as a fashion photographer before her dive into accessories. She definitely has a great eye for detail, artistry and functionality in the pieces she designs! The line has achieved a cult-like status among its followers and is often seen gracing the arm of celebrities like Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Beyonce, Vanessa Hudgens, Jessica Alba, Heidi Klum, and Kate Bosworth, to name a few.

The Logan Snake-Embossed Satch is a perfect example of her eye for detail. I love the geometric trapezoid shape of this satchel. Loads of pockets, fun zippers and extra long pulls provide functionality and fun, unexpected features.

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