A wristlet is versatile and extremely tote-able. A girl can use one as a wallet, as a low-key night-out bag, or when she simply doesn’t want to be weighed down. But with designer styles comes high prices. Let’s turn to eBay!

Fun color, print & extra style:
- Coach Signature Scarf Wristlet & Butterfly Keyfob (Sept. 11)

Stately Dooney & Bourke, in preppy tan & roomy size:
- Dooney & Bourke Anniversary Mini Signature Flap Wristlet (Sept. 7)

For a night out or a hot date:
- Liz Claiborne Beaded Coral Paisley Framed Clutch (Sept. 11)

Sweet & Girly:
- Maggi B Charming Bow Wristlet (Sept. 9)

For ultimate glam down to a friday-casual lunch:
- Coach Occasion Optic Signature Sparkling Framed Wristlet (Sept. 6)

Popularity: 3% [?]

INSTYLE WRISTLET
Liz Claiborne has so many nice styles for great deals, but I especially couldn’t resist posting right away about this one. This sequined wristlet is so glitzy and cute. It comes in cool multi and warm multi, so there are two options for the perfect fit, depending on the purses you already own or your outfits. I almost can’t resist grabbing one for myself at $15 (off from $20), but my mom would kill me. If you go out on glamorous dates or girls’ nights out, you need a little number like this, though.

- 97% cotton/ 3% spandex
- 3 3/4″ H x 5 1/2″W X 1″D
- Twist snap closure silver tone
- Faux leather trim
- Wrist handle
- Detailed with beautiful sequins throughout

Popularity: 6% [?]

Designer Michael Kors makes standard-style, classic, quality handbags. I was quite pleased when I discovered him, and he is now one of my favorites. (Coach being my 1st favorite.) This bag, the Delancey, with its khaki nylon (sans logo) with croc-embossed leather in striking, various colors, rivals the look of some of my favorite Coach items, again, minus the logo. It also has plentiful pockets, which won me over. (It’s harder to find Coach items with sufficient pockets, but there are adequate options.)

Summary of the Delancey:
- nylon with croc-embossed leather trim and strap.
- Hobo bag
- features nickel hardware and stud detail.
- Wide buckle tab with magnetic closure.
- Inside zip, cell phone and organizer pockets.
- 11″ W x 8″ H x 1-1/2″ D.
- $147.99

Another major plus? Matching accessories! Although far from free, nice accessories are available in a wristlet, a tri-fold wallet, and a key fob.

All of Michael’s other handbad designs are quite fine and suitable for anywhere/anytime/almost any one. They are not risk-taking bags in the forward-motion of designs, but classic is always good. I’ll be sure to feature more soon.

Popularity: 3% [?]

Here is an interesting Coach item I found on eBay. The Coach Signature Holiday Patchwork Wristlet. If you like a mixture of little bits of Coach, or just have trouble deciding, or like Coach JUST that much, you may like this.

I do like it, but I think it may be a bit much. This is a think-causer. I think it’s the plaid that really throws me. Holiday? It does look a bit like some used wrapping paper … too bad a REALLY nice Coach purse can’t be found inside this gift.

Popularity: 9% [?]

So my psycosisly challenged self was thinking the other day,

Is it wrong to desire a laptop bag, without exactly owning my own laptop? Knowing full well it will probably make me want to then buy a laptop? I don’t know what’s more expensive! the bag thing or how much the laptop would be! Hmm.. the bag thing.

The good news is that I can settle on hunting down a stylish and sophisticated - and longlasting - school tote, instead. And I have until next August!

But the hunt is not going well. I want places for my phone, my thingies, my pens. I’d like protective feet on the bottom. And I NEED it to be sized 14″ x 11″ in order to fit my notebook.

Even though my current bag is corduroy, inexpensive, not-so-stylish, and NOT designer or leather, or any such thing - and also has a couple of stains on the interior - it does its job. It has so many nice pockets. It is the perfect size.

So I may settle on keeping it. Besides, I’ve decided on buying a nice little wristlet to keep my money in. See, I can’t bring my wallet to school, ’cause I’ll forget to put it in my purse, but I need a little bit of money for drinks, lunches and snacks. So with this plan, a little bit of me can show off designer, can show off style, can show off something cute. And I’ve decided on just the thing.

To be continued …

Popularity: 9% [?]

A surprisingly cute bag by Jennifer Lopez! The “Twister Canvas” Satchel. It’s really more of a tote, and named after the fun teen game, because of its polka dots!

This bag would be really cute for Spring with fun colors and (faux) bamboo handles. It suits sophisticated, whimsical, and adorable alike. Tailored by faux suede, it may not suit the designer designated, but it’s a super cute and great deal for under $60.

The bag has Inside zip divider pocket, side zip pocket, cell phone pocket and pen holders.

It would even make a nice school bag, but it’s not tall enough for my notebook needs, at 14-1/2″ W x 8″ H x 5″ D.

Included with the bag purchase are the detachable cosmetic bag and logo keychain. Super great deal!

When I hear about cell phone pockets, pen loops, AND matching accessories, I nearly hyperventillate!

All marked down to only $43.99!

Popularity: 3% [?]