Handbags

Proenza Schouler's iconic PS1 satchel gets updated in blue for spring, with a pricetag of $1,695 at Barney's New York. The look for less - perfect for those of us who don't splurge on bags and just want something stylish for toting our lives - is available for just $27.80. See how well you know your "It" bags by clicking either image below to spot the real from the steal!

Last night I was invited to celebrate the launch of the LULU by Lulu Guinness for JCPenney collection at a dinner in NYC hosted by the designer, Lulu Guinness, who flew in from across the pond for the occasion. Guests got to mingle amidst the British-invasion themed decor, dine on hearty English fare (I had a beef and oyster pot pie, first and possibly last time!) and preview the collection.

LULU by Lulu Guinness includes a fabulous array of clutches, satchels, tote bags and more featuring the famed accessory designer's signature colors, prints and designs: Think black and white polka dots, big bows, bulldogs and hot pink quilting. Lulu has also designed a line of bright bags in pop colors like yellow, aqua and green that are absolutely perfect for spring.

My favorite bags included a black bag with an oversized bow (looks like real leather), all the polka-dot clutches (so cheeky), and a turquoise crossbody with perforated polka-dot detailing. Look for the LULU by Lulu Guinness line to launch at JCPenney stores and jcp.com beginning February 25th, ranging in price from just $25-$65 (for the large weekender bags).

Keep reading for more photos I snapped at the event. See any bags you can't live without?

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Olivia Palermo has been spotted many times carrying her Sondra Roberts rose petal clutch in fuchsia, pairing the pink confection with everything from a little black dress to a bright yellow frock to a soft nude gown. While I couldn't track down the clutch in pink, Nordstrom has it in 12 equally alluring colors, like the burgundy shown below (perfect for the holiday season), as well as ivory, white, beige, silver, and black. The rose petal clutch is $98 and you can click the image below to see all your options.

Proenza Schouler's PS1 messenger satchel continues to be one of the most coveted It-bags among fashion lovers. Last season it was redesigned with a cool hand-embroidered geometric/tribal print. It retailed for $1,825.



DSW carries this Audrey Brooke messenger bag which to me is a great inspired-by bag, the print and shape maintains the spirit of the PS1 without feeling like a knockoff. Carry it with pride for $99.94.

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For fall 2011, the PS1 has been reinvented with another unique print, this multicolored jacquard and black leather bag is $2,290 at net-a-porter.com.

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Capture the essence of this season's PS1 with the spicy-hued version of the Audrey Brooke bag shown above, also $99.94 at DSW.com*. I don't own an Audrey Brooke bag but I've seen them in person and they look really impressive for the price.



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For my wedding this past Saturday (which, by the way, was an absolute dream - thank you all sooo much for the well wishes, I treasure each one!!), I envisioned carrying a woven ivory silk clutch similar to this one by Bottega Veneta, $1,160 at bluefly.com.



Instead, I got the look for less with this gorgeous clutch from Nordstrom.com ($78). I didn't know where it was half the time (my sister/maid-of-honor took care of details like that) but at the end of the evening, we were reunited and I was glad to have my personal items safely stored in a precious container which I'm sure I will use again. This purse is really beautifully made and has a silver chain strap that you can tuck inside. Love!