There were just so many bags at this event that it’s impossible for me to pick just one or two, so here’s a handful of my favorites.

Top:
Bulga Leather Flap-Pocket Tote $320.48 (original $398)
West/Feren Joplin Leather Satchel $339.50 (original $485)

Center:
Be&D Garbo Studded Leather Baguette $486.50 (original $695)

Bottom:
Mulberry Daria Tote Price $556.50 (original $795)
Beirn Jenna Snakeskin Tote $260 (original $325)

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Unfortunately, most of the belted handbags I see floating down the street are covered in gaudy bling. So it was such a relief to see such a sleek and refined belted style from one of my favorite designers.

Introducing the Mulberry Beatrice Oversized Hobo!

This lovely suede handbag is cinched up tight with a same-color patent belt. I just love it when different textures are used to create a subtle contrast! The belt is finished off with a gold-tone logo plate and buckles. It also features an adjustable shoulder strap, which could come in handy for the winter months (you want it to fit over your coat!).

This handbag would definitely make a lovely addition to just about any handbag collection.

The only thing that worries me is that the opening seems a bit small compared to the overall size of the bag. Hopefully that lovely belt allows for some expansion of the opening when you’re reaching inside.

The Mulberry Beatrice Oversized Hobo is available in Blueberry (love that color!) at Shopbop.com.
It retails for $1,250.

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The bag is a slouchy shoulder bag that is made of pebbled leather. Other features of the handbag include: large gold branded studs; leather adjustable strap; interior zip pocket; interior pouch; is lined with beige canvas; and has a press stud closure. Another great feature of the Mulberry Turquoise Mitzy Large Hobo is that from top to bottom the bag is made from 100% leather.

Since we are in Spring, this handbag would be a fabulous day bag. I say day bag because, due to the color of the handbag, it’s kind of hard to make a large turquoise bag go with an evening outfit.

You can purchase the Mulberry Turquoise Mitzy Large Hobo at My-Wardrobe for $695, which is a great price for a stunning but yet large handbag. Being that we are in the Spring season, it’s the perfect time to buy a handbag like this.

The Mulberry Turquoise Mitzy Large Hobo is a great bag for the Spring and Summer seasons, but you may want to hang it in the closet for Fall and Winter. Overall, it’s a beautiful handbag to add to any growing collection.

See the Mulberry Turquoise Mitzy Large Hobo at: My-Wardrobe / Net-a-Porter

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The Mulberry Roxanne A4 Tote measures 17″ x 15.5″ x 6″. Constructed of Italian leather, this bag retails for $745.

Check it out at shopjake.com.

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So what does everyone think of Mulberry’s Maggie Tote? I personally find the style very refreshing. It is quite different from the typical Mulberry style — so sleek and modern. This bag is totally work-ready. Not only is it sophisticated and professional looking, it’s the perfect size to fit file folders and a laptop. What more could a girl ask for?

The Mulberry Maggie Tote measures 15″ x 13″ x 3.5″. The adjustable turnlock closure on the front flap pocket allows for storage of bulky accessories and the interior multifunction pockets keep you organized. The Mulberry Maggie Tote is available in three colors: Raspberry (Slick Spazzalato Leather), Stone (Polished Goatskin Leather), and Black (Polished Goatskin Leather). The price ranges from $1,195 to $1,395.

You can find it here: shopbop.com

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Katie Grand on the collaboration: “Throughout my adult life I have seen the effects of AIDS at close hand,” says Katie, “So to be asked to curate this project with Gap and (RED) has been an honor and a privilege. It’s not very often you get the chance to take designers from fashion’s more exclusive areas and make them accessible to a wider audience through a high-street icon.”

Basically it’s the same Roxanne-style minus the (quality) Mulberry materials. Instead the bag has been reworked in sweatshirt jersey. Color choices, it will be available in both red and gray versions.

On December 1st the bag was first released in the UK and Paris to commemorate World AIDS Day, and in this past weekend the bag was launched in the US, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

On the thumbs up side, 50% of the profits will be donated towards Gap’s (PRODUCT) RED campaign, a Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa.

If you’re looking to get this bag in time for Valentine’s day, you will need to head on over to NYC Gap store located at 680 5th Ave at 54th St. to get your Mulberry-Gap Roxanne Bag. Exclusive at this location.

Take a stroll on over to net-a-porter and take a glance at their latest stash of cruise purses. Collaged above are the top 10 (+1) beauties that recently hit the virtual store shelves of net-a-porter. Check ‘em out.

1) Anya Hindmarch Lulu Leather Clutch – The hammered metallic clutch with wooden ring detailing.
2) Bottega Veneta White Tote – The white canvas tote with chocolate handles.
3) Devi Kroell Satin Frame Clutch – The satin clutch with appliqué details.
4) Marc Jacobs Gennifer Leather Bag – The quilted tote with chain link shoulderstraps.
5) Jimmy Choo Chrissy Mesh – The metallic mesh oversized clutch.
6) Zac Posen Shoulder Bag – The woven leather drawstring shoulder tote.
7) Be & D Kan Kan Portfolio Purse – The ruffled leather shoulder bag with chain strap.
Miu Miu Matelassa Bag – The large Matelasse tote with a removable long strap.
9) Mulberry Mabel Snakeskin Bag – Large metallic Mabel with two large front pockets
10) Botkier Large Sasha Duffle – The large slouchy tote with long and short straps.
11) Marni Leather Balloon Tote – The distressed large leather balloon bag.

Discover the latest Cruise designer handbags, purses, wallets, totes, clutches and more at net-a-porter

Agyness has appeared in advertisements for Blugirl by Blumarine, Burberry, Cacharel, John Galliano, Gianfranco Ferre, Giorgio Armani, Mulberry, Paul Smith, and Vivienne Westwood. Also this year she picked up the “Model of the Year” award at the British Fashion Awards. This truely is her year, what better timing than this to have a designer purse named after you. Especially one that surely will sell like mad.

Pricing ranges from around $1,433 for the rose goat skin (pictured above) and up to around $1,846 for a pink snakeskin version. See the other versions here.

Speaking of completely re-vamped, check out BagBliss’ sister site TheFashionRow, lol. Introduced less than a week ago and already undergone a complete makeover. Bag Bliss went through 4 new sites within the last couple years, and TFR already 2 within a week.. I keep my design team on their feet.

Here’s a memo from our Friends @ Mulberry…
Check out celebrity favourites Mabel and Bayswater in a host of shades and skins. They debut online in a more user friendly, flash based format on an open airy site. Improved accessibility and navigation make for pleasurable, simple shopping. Men’s bags, luggage, smaller leather goods, gift items, cufflinks, ties and scarves give as broad a range of products as the flagship store; with magnifying functions and more detailed photography allowing each product to be viewed up close. A streamlined check out process helps to beat the queues to a bestseller with as few clicks as possible.

Away from the online shop more brand information is available too. View the clothing collections online for the first time through the seasonal look book, and trace worldwide stockists with the interactive map. A press area will keep everyone updated on all Mulberry news. Key features are available to view along with the very latest celebrity sightings. A new improved customer services area includes material and care advice to make sure each product can stay as beautiful as the day it is first unwrapped.

The complete Autumn Winter range and the new early Spring 2008 collection can be viewed in their new online home now. Go to www.mulberry.com to view.

The Mulberry Agyness Designer Bag
While you are there, check out the new Agyness handbags from the early spring 2008 designer collection! Wow, I am in love with these bags. Totally amazing. Pricing ranges from around $1,433 for the rose goat skin (pictured above) and up to around $1,846 for a pink snakeskin version. See the other versions here.