Spring 2013 Handbag trends

Hey ladies looking for the perfect spring bag? So many options out there and trends. It's great to follow trends- but one should be careful when investing in accessories like handbags. Why you ask? because let's face it, a good designer handbag costs as much as a monthly car payment or more, so investing wisely is very important! Pick a trend that is functional with your already existing wardrobe, so your investment actually brings you a return!

The two trends I fell in love with are the perforated and color block leather bags. Although these are Spring 2013 trends, these bags can be used for many years to come. The handbags I've selected are very classy and are in two budget classes; quality wise though they are pretty much similar so definitely worth the investment!

So the first bag I fell in love with is the Chloe Marci medium perforated shoulder handbag. Love love love this bag! But let's face if it isn't a special purchase or if you don't have tons of money just lying around this bag is a bit of a splurge priced at a whopping $2500!!! I mean isn't it beautiful you can definitely justify buying it one day it's a classic and the details are lovely! The bag can be purchased at +Saks Fifth Avenue.

There are alternatives though ladies! Check out Vince Camuto's version of the perforated drawstring shoulder bag! It's absolutely gorgeous looks just as classy and is very functional. Priced at $198- it's practically FREE! Also the quality is great so it will last and last and last! Both of these bags will get you the ooo's and aaaahhhh's you're looking for! This gorgeous rendition can be  purchased at +Nordstrom

The Other Trend that I fell in love with is the color block trend. This trend was started in 1965 by +Yves Saint Laurent and as you know fashion is recurring so this trend is back in full force! The two bags I absolutely fell in love with are, of course a Chloe Bag and a +Marc Jacobs Intl which is a Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote! Both handbags equally as lovely but totally different price ranges.

The Chloe Alice Leather Tote is a great rendition of the color block trend. Its very transitional into any wardrobe because of the color scheme and totes never go out of style!  However its definitely a splurge at $2,000.  But hey if you have worked hard enough to afford it then I say do it!  It can be purchased at any high-end department retail shop such as +Barneys New York or +Bergdorf Goodman! Apparently the celebrities love it too...Check out Jessica Alba rocking a white version with this gorgeous green ensemble!

 However, ladies lets not get to upset because you definitely know that I will inform you with an alternative version so you don't have to dive into your savings to splurge a little! Check out this gorgeous version by Marc by Marc Jacobs. The Top Chicret Colorblocked Tote is very reasonably  priced at $498. This Tote is definitely worth the investment because Colorblocking will NEVER go out of style its a recurring trend that returns every few years!

All these handbags can be purchased at Nordstroms.com or at their retail department stores!

Happy Bag Shopping ladies!!!!