Christmas Eve gorge

Clutches make any outfit extra-glamorous. This sequin clutch is available at Maurices and was designed by Project Runway designer Christopher Straub. You can store your essentials (lip gloss, money), and still keep it compact with the Waterfall Hardshell Clutch. You'll look luxurious and oh, so beautiful! Available for $24 (see title link) in the handbags section (accessories ftw!)

Those perfect weekend shopping bags...

I got a fair bit of fall shopping done this past long weekend, and I realized it's just as important to look good while you're buying new stuff as it is to actually wear all your purchases later. A beaded bag, for example, is a great accessory to any shopping trip, day on the town, or even party when you're trying to keep your belongings close. It blings you up a little and is effortlessly sophisticated. I noticed this $100 bag from Mango (see title link). The Leather Messenger Handbag has a gold woven design prominently on the flap, a magnetic button for practicality in closure, and a cut shoulder strap that's classy and slim.

Bag designed by Selena Gomez

I am a little past the tween designer phase, but that didn't stop me from wanting this Junior's Solid Crossbody Style Handbag in the Black Tie-Dye shade at Kmart. It's from the Dream Out Loud by Selena Gomez brand and comes with button closure, a single rope strap, and a polyester material. Costs just $15. Her bags are cute (see title link)!

Celebrity Designers

The Jessica Simpson Collection is a great brand, especially for handbags. Jessica Simpson is a style star and it shows in her designs (see title link).