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Top 5 Whimsical Accents: Bags Just Want to Have Fun

They don’t have to make sense (Butterflies! Feathers! Fruit stickers! Rocket ships!). Actually, the more irreverent the embellishment, the better. Here are my favorite of-the-moment bags that just want to have a good time and aren’t afraid to say so.

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Top 5 Resort Vacation Bags You Must Pack

Top 5 Resort Vacation Bags You Must Pack: Trip Advisor

I am going to a resort in Bali next week, and I cannot wait! I am looking forward to a week of pure relaxation with plenty of lounging and yoga. Packing is easy: I am going ensure I’m comfortable in kaftans, shorts, and maxi skirts, but the bags are what will set the mood.

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Bottega Veneta Olimpia Intrecciato Leather & Python Top-Handle Bag

Bottega Veneta Olimpia Intrecciato Leather & Python Top-Handle Bag: Master Class

Bottega Veneta has done it again. This is such a special and truly unique bag that represents everything the house has to offer, from authoritative detailing to expert workmanship to obvious beauty.

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Mark Cross Benchley Binocular Leather Box Bag: Let’s Go Bag-Watching

I spy something awesome! If you love Mark Cross’ lunch box bags (aka the Grace box), which I do, of course, then you will go crazy over the Benchley Binocular bag.

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Mark Cross Grace Small Trunk Bag: Feeling Mouthy

Mark Cross’ iconic Grace bag has seen all sorts of elegant and classy incarnations, from a variety of skins and a rainbow’s worth of color options to shockingly clear Lucite. But none have been as provocatively youthful as this latest makeover for the small box trunk.

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The Row Satchel 12 Textured-Leather Tote

The Row Satchel 12 Textured-Leather Tote: Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough

For a long time, Mary Kate and Ashley were known for their oversized bags (and oversized dresses, sunglasses…you know), but it seems they know how to pare down just as well as they know how to go big.

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