Snatch a Satchel

It turns out that satchels are kind of huge right now. There's the PS1, the Cambridge satchel (zomg neon colors!), and the kate spade Scout, among others. This is great. I love the idea of satchels. And I wish I was a satchel kind of girl, because this one from Dooney and Bourke keeps calling my name:

The thing that sets this satchel apart, for me, is the fact that it's not as structured as the others, and it also has a more grown-up vibe: whereas the others scream "school days," this one says, much more quietly, "Lady who lunches and jet-sets." And THAT is a vibe with which I can get down.

Buy through Dooney and Bourke for $378.00.

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Orange Is the New Black

I firmly believe that Halloween isn't just for the kids. Grownups should have their fun, too, especially all those hard-working moms out there. So if you happen to be a mom--or if you just happen to like handbags--here's a tote that you can take around town with you that's not so Halloween-y that you can't wear it other times but not so staid that you can't declare it part of your Halloween wardrobe: the Portofino Medium East/West Grommet Shopper from Dooney and Bourke.

Can't you imagine carrying this beauty while you're taking the kids from one Halloween event to the next, or taking it along when you go to the patch to pick up a pumpkin? It could also be the perfect work-to-party bag: stick your costume in it on your way to the office, then do a quick-change before going out to bob for apples. Either way, it'll complete your look!

Buy through Dooney and Bourke for $295.00.

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