Over here at KB, us ladies can never have enough handbags. And that’s a fact. But when it comes to adding to our collection, we have pretty discerning taste. However, this Giselle Clutch by Jill Stuart definitely makes the cut.

New Yorker Jill Stuart has designed a lot of bags since launching her collection in 1993, so she knows what she’s doing. It’s no wonder then that this clutch mixes modern functionality with vintage whimsey and tough-girl black leather.

The chain fringe and buttery-soft leather are definitely very sexy, while the pendant-style tab and the zipper pocket at the back lend some tougher elements to an otherwise feminine clutch. What I really love about this clutch though is the metal rod hidden at the top of the clutch to act as a sturdy handle. I have carried, sorry, clutched, many a clutch in my time, and yet the thing I find most annoying about clutches, is that bigger ones are often very difficult to carry, unless you plan to have it under your arm all night. But Jill Stuart has fixed that problem with this saavy little handle, allowing you to show off the rest of the bag as you hold it as well.

The Jill Stuart Giselle Clutch regularly rings in at $395, however, you can cop yourself a bag over at Shopbop.com for just $276.50. Definitely, too hot not to cop!

Buy it HERE.

Coach keeps pumping out the bags as quickly as I can fall in love with them. Here’s another from the Hamptons line I’m totally loving. I think it is, once again, the purple. This also comes in mahogany brown and black. I said it once, but I’ll say it again. Those three colours, along with raspberry, are going to be smoking in the fall. Anyway, I really like the solid shape and design of this one.

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Y-3 and Mandarina Duck are two of my favorite brands that offer premium sneakers and bagwear.  The ongoing collabo features many backpacks, wallets and tote bags worth the glance.  Make the leap to see more images.  Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like the collection is sold stateside.  Ebay may be the best and only option.  It’s how I got my last two Mandarina Duck messenger bags.

Image Source: High Snobiety via Y’s Mandarina

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There’s something sweet and gentle about Coach’s new signature stripe collection. Maybe it’s the pastels, or the simplistic shapes. In any case, I think this latest collection is a perfect example of what Coach does best - summer inspired, sporty but sophisticated handbags. There are several styles. The patchwork is created from different types of leather for a fresh, flirty look. There are also some fabric bags, inspired by Coach scarves. Check those after the jump, along with a picture of what could be called a traditional Coach bag with details from the signature stripe collections.

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Via Crooks & Castles, are six new exclusive tees. If I recall correctly, the last time the laces and ribbons tee came out, it sold out with the quickness. The six new tees include new colorways for Crooked Angels, Medusa and Bandito. What I’m really feeling is the re-issue of the Shook One tee. Some may even appreciate the Warhol-esque grenade in lieu of Campbell’s Soup can tee. Finally, Crooks & Castles have restocked their Victory Collection of wallets, bags and psp cases. See the rest of the collection here.

Image Source: Crooks & Castles