A hot new fall trend are small bags. Petite in size but not in style, these hot little numbers are the perfect addition to your light fall ensemble. With room to hold a few credit cards, lip balm, and your iPhone or Blackberry, these small bags are definitely not for the clutter-prone fashionistas out there. These small bags can be worn cross body for a great look. I think these would look exception with a flouncy floral skirt, heavy knit cable tights, a bulky grandpa sweater, and simple understated jewelry.

Banana Republic Monogram Miniature small bag - I love the chain link strap and turnlock detail. 

Madewell Miniature Messenger small bag - With style line reminiscent of a saddle bag, this small bag is the perfect casual accessory. 

West/Feren Backstage small bag - The weaving detail on the body of this small bag is beautiful, but I especially love the muted blue-gray color. Totally unexpected. 

With all the wedding and anniversary parties filling up your schedule this season, a black evening bag is a must-have staple for the perfect complement to your favorite LBD. Do you save or splurge on a black evening bag? The choice is yours.

Splurge: The Viktor & Rolf black evening bag. Showcasing a great mix of lightweight silk and heavy duty chains, this black evening bag is black, bad, and bold. At $540.00, this black evening bag is a definite budget buster.

Save: The J. Furmani black evening bag is one to love. Simple , yet sure to go with most of your evening wear, this black evening bag features the baguette sihouette and a bold metal circle design at front and center for visual interest. At only $28.00, this black evening bag is a steal.

Middle Ground: The Lauren Merkin Eve black evening bag. In luxurious croc-embossed patent leather, this black evening bag features a pleated silhouette with signature striped lining. At $188.00, this black evening bag is priced affordably for such a style-licious piece.

Orange is such a delicious color but not the easiest color to wear.  It is however, a hue that works wonders as a pop of color via your fave accessories like an amazing handbag…

Find your own Splurges, Saves and Steals with Like.com’s visual style shopping.  You can find items similar in color, shape and pattern from hundreds of online stores…at the price point that fits your budget!

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Gustto’s Sophia shoulder bag is super luxe with the perfect blend of chic slouch and classic craftsmanship.

Available in a rich orange shade (and also sage and yellow) for $695 at endless.com.

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The Regina hobo by Hype is a similarly scrumptious shoulder bag with just the right amount of slouch.

You can score this beautiful bag for $295 also at endless.com.

Steal!

This faux croc orange bag by Roxy is only $24.97 at Tilly’s!

Big enough to carry all your summer essentials and cheap enough that you won’t care if it gets a little sandy at the beach.

Dreaming of travelling? Planning any upcoming trips? If so, a travel bag is an essential accessory. Look chic and sophisticated with this travel bag assortment.

We’re loving the retro style of the flight bag from the early airlines> This travel bag from TOKYObay is bright and festive. In a TWA-esque design, this square travel bag with red leather and white trim has two large pockets to hold all your travel essentials. With a great shoulder strap that can be worn on your shoulder or across your chest, this travel bag is a money saver and a sure trendsetter.

For something a bit more subtle and as cute, this travel bag from Jane Marvel is a great choice. Roomier in size than the TOKYObay travel bag above, this travel bag is simply fab. Perfect for a weekend getaway to the mountains or to the beach.

Ever envious of those sophisticated jet setters you see strutting through the airport on their way to their next destination? This travel bag by Floto will have all your fellow travelers fooled. In luscious brown leather, long shoulder strap, and double stitching detail, this leather travel bag is ideal for the constant traveler. Sure to be your go-to travel bag for years, you will look every bit the world traveler with this travel bag.

It’s Spring Break, Passover and Easter, a lovely holiday weekend and I’m dreaming of sunshine and summer days. And in these dreams I’m always carrying a chic yellow bag. And because this is my own personal dreamworld, my trendy summer satchel was purchased for less than $100.

Editor Jacquie’s Sunshine Yellow Dream Bags:


Big Buddha’s Julia satchel, ON SALE $72 at eBags.com

Roxy Oh Yeah bag in banana cream, $42 at eBags.com

Luxe for a Steal: Gustto ON SALE at Piperlime.com
Ok so it’s not less than $100 but a Gustto bag that screams summer fun for 50% off? Better than my dream, that’s attainable luxury!

Gustto Estiva Beach Bag was $465, now $229.99 at piperlime

These bags are a lovely combo of two fab fall trends - rich jewel tones and ombre. But one of these beauties costs less than a meal at CPK! Can you spot the designer and the discount?

Click to find out which bag won’t break your budget!

Which bag is the Hobo International Ombre Hobo Bag ($178.00 @ Bloomingdales.com) and which bag is the Xhilaration Ombre hobo bag, $14.99 @ Target.com???

Every now and then I let myself splurge on mini shopping sprees during my lunches at work. Unfortunately, my lunch breaks aren’t long enough, so I log on to Like.com and browse for the hottest items at the greatest bargain. The following like list is spread out into shopping carts all over the web.

5. I love earrings. But, only a few of them can make my heart skip a beat. The Multi Color Thread Peruvian Earring is a pair of earrings that definitely make me feel that way.

Multi Color Thread Peruvian Earring, $9.95 JMBart.com

4. Finding the perfect leather jacket is exhausting. Luckily, online shopping has made it easy to find what you’re looking for without the hassle of running around from store to store. I’ve found and fell in love with the Mackage Jerry White Leather Jacket. Love the jacket, hate the price!

Mackage Jerry White Leather Jacket, $550 at SSence.com

3. Everyone needs a swim suit that’ll make them feel comfortable, casual and oh-so-hot. The Beach Sexy Bandeau One-Piece Monokini will be in my drawers soon, and not on the like list for much longer.

Beach Sexy Bandeau One-Piece Monokini, $30.99 at VictoriasSecret.com

2. I’ve always been a fan of Calvin Klein shoes and handbags. This time I’m huge fan of Calvin Klein’s Gathered Clutch. Imagine the wonders this baby will do when you pair it with a summer LBD.

Calvin Klein Gathered Clutch, $148 at Bloomingdales.com

1. As long as shoes continue to look as irresistible as the BCBGirls Iriana, I don’t plan on giving up my hard earned paychecks for anything else. Iriana is a beautiful pair of spring pumps for anything you want to wear it with.

BCBGirls Iriana, $99.99 at Zappos.com