Looks like they’re really embracing animal life over at Miu Miu. Though they scored with the gorgeous dragonfly clutch earlier in the season, this Spider Leather Bag is just a freaky mess. I can barely look at a picture of a spider - what makes them think I’ll want one dangling from my arm (even if it is attached to a designer purse)? Maybe I’m just not adventurous enough…but this thing and its demonic eyes look evil. I’ll stay ...

We get a bit bored staring at the same old hardware day in and day out, even on the most glamorous purses. It’s no wonder that this Jimmy Choo Cecile Evening Bag seemed so appealing as a result. It’s not pretty, exactly, but the distinctive gold decor glamorizing the black woven leather makes for an unusual design that can’t help but command attention. The sturdy gold chain strap balances the purse’s weighty bottom well, and it’s a nice choice for ...

Putting a unique spin on the traditional black carryall, this Prada Rosette Tote defines beauty and function. I love the delicate addition of black rosettes - they’re unexpected and come across as a bit tough thanks to their color. A long shoulder strap makes this a great everyday purse, the perfect piece to transition from the day shift to the evening wind down in style. Very pretty…I really like Prada’s affinity for roses this season. Available for $1150 at ...

I’m beginning to think it takes fingers of gold to really pull off a truly glamorous patchwork bag. Even regular fashion geniuses like Dolce and Gabbana can’t do justice to the basic Patchwork Clutch, which looks jokey and goofy with its diamond pattern and bits of snakeskin interspersed with black leather. To its credit, the fuller shape makes it extra practical when your night out demands more room than what’s provided by the typical tiny evening bag. But I’d ...