Haute or not? Maybe I don’t even have to ask – this is just hideous. I’m not a huge fan of Bottega Veneta’s woven bags but at least they’re somewhat classy. This ‘Limited Edition Snakeskin Bag’ looks like the leftover confetti scraped up from the streets in Times Square on New Year’s Eve regurgitated in the form of a purse. Every now and then it seems ...

A year after its debut, Begeren (Dutch for desire) is back on the scene with its new Spring collection! The new bags are just as distinctive and just as haute as the first season, with tons of brightly colored leathers and unique shapes and styles. I love the fact that the entire collection is affordable enough that you can buy several pieces, unique enough that you won’t see everyone carrying ...

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What’s Haute reader Wendy asked me to find her some haute laptop bags. Here’s a few for you to carry your computer in style: Theresa Kathryn’s Melania laptop bag is highly reminiscent of the YSL ‘Muse’, but at a more affordable price, surprising utility, and all the same style. ($535) Not Rational’s Large Computer Bag is a perfectly rational choice to carry your ...

Marilyn F. of Newark! Congratulations – you won the Anna Corinna ‘City’ Tote! Thanks to all who entered the contest! Check back later – there will be more haute handbag giveaways! And most importantly, a huge thank you to Luna Boston for sponsoring this haute contest!  Read More →