Leopard print bags are hot for Fall, but personally I don’t like leopard to be that large. Perhaps in a little wristlet, yes that would be nice. And I do always love leopard on fabulous shoes. Overall, though, I’m not the leopard girl I used to be. (Oh, boy, did I love a little leopard touch in the past.)

But this Leopard-Print Satchel by Valentino seems to be the best of the coming crop. The $2,150 pricetag seems to scream that as well.

Neiman Marcus has no note on how large this bag is, but being made of leopard-print hair calf, dark brown buffalo leather, plus that logo closure, this bag is all luxe.

What do I like best? The low ratio of leopard to leather. It’s nice and subtly leopard, while not exactly being a subtle bag overall.

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We’ve been posting a lot of Luella, this month, and we’re not nearly over, yet. Think about it; Valentine’s + Heart charms? We believe Bartley is working that angle, herself, even (Target debut).

For Valentine’s Day, I think I should post the cutest, loveliest … nah, just this bag that almost is shaped like a heart, itself. And it is a nice bag. Luella’s Luca Bag has a triplet of oversized charms on a hair-calf/leather oversized hobo, at 16″ length. It definitely has some charm and loveability.

Until Designer Ella gets her own Prince Charming who gives nice gifts, like this would be, I’m going to say that Valentine’s Day is overrated, and pretty much steer clear of it.

(No, I’m not saying I need the near $2,000 pricetag, just some valuable thought.)

Tomorrow, I’m going to celebrate in true single-fabulista style, true Ella style, and post a bag that’s perfect for those sailing solo (hint at the new theme Luella has). Exciting? Well, it’ll be something else to look at besides old romance films, while indulging on too many chocolates (that you yourself or your mom bought). Le sigh!

Here, we have a deep lust for handbags, so if we’re single, we can enjoy freedom to splurge. If you’re not single, but your guy doesn’t have the style in picking out presents, or the cash to lavish you, we’re still here for you.

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In my attempt to not over-post about Coach, I was late in discovering everything their new fall line has to offer. But on a trip to the mall (amazing summer shoe sales) I happened upon fabulous new Coach’s. My addiction headquarters - the Coach store - allowed me to examine many bags.

I’ve been hard, hard, hard at work compiling this list of notables, for weeks! Here are the top, newest bags, (at least) one from each classic Coach style section.

Hamptons Weekend

Signature Scarf Print Tote

Finally, a new color palette and new styles for Coach’s luxe scarf print. The bags are soft and sophisticated. This mixture of brown and pink is lovely. Each new bag in Hamptons Weekend comes with free pom-pom and tassel decorations.

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