Your handbag is more than a place to stash your lipstick, wallet, and cell phone. It is a personal statement and a fashion accessory. Women change handbags to fit the season and the latest style. So what are the trendiest handbags today? Read on to find out.

Vera Bradley handbags are a hot commodity. Instead of the more traditional leather, these handbags are one of three fabrics. The main line is quilted cotton and they come in a wide array of patterns, sizes, and styles. They are also washable, which can be a big plus for those whose handbags have seen better days. On the flip side, cotton is not as durable as leather either, so your bag may not last as long and in a rainstorm, the purses will soak through. There is also a line of silk bags, and microfiber as well.

Dooney and Burke is a perennial handbag favorite. They have a wide array of styles and materials, including both leather and fabric styles. This is one brand that has a lot of knockoffs, so be sure you are buying from a reputable merchant. Dooney and Burke has bright, brash styles that will appeal to the younger set, like Tattoo and Splash Denim, as well as their more classic styles in brown and black leather, muted microfiber tones, and nubuck.

Gucci handbags are another favorite target for knockoffs, and the real thing is expensive, but fans will tell you they are worth it. Their 2006/2007 Fall/Winter line marked their 85th anniversary and was dominated by several solid white bags and bags with a large Gucci logo in green and red. Their Spring/Summer line for this year includes various styles of bag featuring a fabric patterned with topiaries, and one decorated with pictures of horse bits, as well as a couple of animal prints.

One of the hottest names in handbags right now is Fendi. If you can't shell out the nearly $10,000 for their White Mink Spy Bag, or the somewhat more reasonable $3000 for the squirrel version, there are some that are more affordable, closer to $250 or $300. While that may still seem steep for most of us, if you're a true handbag enthusiast, it's a bargain. In addition to the fur options, they also have leather, denim, and even crocheted styles.

Whatever your personality, style, and outfit, there is a handbag to match it.

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