A good weekender can be hard to find, and while the LV Keepall is a go-to, it often makes you a target when you’re roaming through a packed airport. Carrying something under the radar is the way to go, although with the price tag of $1,750, I’m not sure how that works. The Thomas Wylde Metallic Weekender is the perfect bright light and totally reminds me of heading to LA for a weekend stay at The Standard. The super shiny leather has the glam factor, while the brushed hardware gives it an edge. Metallics are wildly known for having the color rubbed off, so I’m not sure how fabulous this bag can be, but I sure would love to find out! The Thomas Wylde Metallic Weekender is currently available at eluxury.com.

Massive in size and in price, the new Coach Braided Leather Extra Large Zoe serves a particular purpose if you’re on the hunt for something truly spacious. It’s one of those slouchy-chic purses that manages to look polished despite its enormity. That’s great if you actually need something like that, and aesthetically this purse is fairly attractive. I’m a huge fan of rolled leather handles, and they provide the perfect balance to this bag’s heft. However, it’s also rather ordinary, and I make it a habit never to pay $1000 for anything that isn’t completely extraordinary. Available at Coach.

Just about every bag in her new collection has been a huge turnoff, but Donna Karan’s latest offering is definitely worth a second glance. The Modern Aries Bag is the perfect neutral carryall for everyday use. Whether you’re toting your haul to the office or just slinging it on for a walk around town, this great bag pulls your look together with minimal, effortless style. I love the simple, effective color - it’s great with nearly any other color and is essentially seasonless, so you can carry it no matter what time of year it is. That’s great if you can’t be bothered with changing purses often and just want something stylish that you can rely on without a thought. The large knots on the handle add a burst of unexpected chic to an otherwise very simple bag. Available for $1995 at Net-a-Porter.

Hello, gorgeous. If there’s only one purse to splurge on before the year ends (and there are so many fabulous ones to choose from), the luxurious Louis Vuitton Monogram Shimmer Halo may well be it. What’s not to love about this charming handbag? It transitions beautifully from day to night, thanks to a metallic that’s more restrained than showy. The colors are inspired by the shimmery overlay often found on eye shadows and blushes in makeup palettes, and LV’s interpretation of this finish is simply gorgeous. One slight flaw is the purse’s size: It’s not very large and won’t serve your needs if you carry a lot, but it’s worth it to lighten the load if it means carrying this elegant piece all the time. The soft, rounded shape is very feminine, and it’s the perfect complement to the lovely peach hue (it’s also in silver). Available for $1780. Call 866-VUITTON for details

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Common sense would normally dissuade me from dropping two grand on a shoulder bag so bright it requires very specific occasions and outfits in order to actually carry it, but this is Versace, folks - and Versace can be pretty darn irresistible. In the case of this Croc-Stamped Bag, that holds true more than ever. I’m loving the fun fuchsia hue (it’s also available in a very grape-like purple), which, paired with gold, is just stunning. The bag’s gold suede interior makes it all the more appealing. Available for $2065 at eLuxury.

Pleats, bows, and knotted leather all in on purse? Whoah. Still, this multitasking Zac Posen Trillium Pleated Bow Tote pulls it off with style. I personally prefer that sleek rounded handle to the ladder-like knotted leather shoulder strap, but the intricately pleated, ultra-supple soft nappa leather is too good to pass up. I also love the just-right-for-autumn eggplant hue, though you purists can snag one in black as well. Available for $1,450.00 at Eluxury.com.

Buffed to glorious high shine in a delicious raspberry hue, this enigmatic Mulberry Maggie Tote is an instant classic. It strikes the perfect balance of practicality and chicness, and it has a simple, downtown cool vibe that’s sure to make it the envy of its fellow tote bags. It’s roomy enough to carry to work and you can bet it will add some spice to your neutral wardrobe, too. Available for $1195 at Shopbop.

Exceptionally soft and so sweet, this Marc Jacobs Blue Frame Satchel is the antithesis of the typical fall handbag. Yet it was designed for the upcoming season and is the perfect foil to the darker shades that are sure to dominate most wardrobes. Try it during the winter, when its frosty color and graphic silver hardware will make a remarkable impression. Everything from the impeccable leather to the feminine, charming shape is perfect. Available for $1572 at MyTheresa.

If you’re over the heavy helping of golds and silvers that have all but ruled metallic purses for years now, you’ll find lots to love about this luscious Prada Nappa Mordore Bowler. The lovely copper leather stands out with its gleaming finish and won’t overwhelm basic ensembles with over-the-top glitz. It’s even perfect to carry everyday, and it emphasizes the fact that even metallics have a place in basic wardrobes without going overboard. You usually can’t go wrong with Prada, and this timeless style proves that easily. Available for $1520 at Neiman Marcus.

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Passionate violet seems to be the color for Fall.  A deep, serious purple that looks rich but still dark and cosmopolitan.  Christian Dior offers this smart 61 Tote for the season and Sak’s has it ready for pre-order for those of you who want to lock it in.  It has multiple pockes and a big enameled ‘D’ . It is a great size for all of your important stuff, whether they are your documents, your extra accessories, your gourmet lunch?   Lined in a complimentary shade of suede, whatever your baggage, it will go in style.  $1850 at Saks.com