Celebrity Handbags

Balenciaga has long been a celebrity fave, and the moto chic vibe still makes a big statement on this tuck-worthy clutch. About the size of a sheet of paper, the lambskin bag folds over with a magnetic snap, and dazzles with the nickel hardware. Of course, the hardest part will be choosing which color.

This is what happens when Target gets it right: a white hot clutch at a white hot price. It’s not leather, but the PVC can easily get wiped off after a summer rain storm. And the foldover design gives you more than one option for carrying.

On the arms of Jessica Biel and JLo as well, this slouchy DVF hobo’s chains are made with knitted metallic leather that comes in gold or magenta. If you’re in love with the weave but don’t need something that big, the Stephanie clutch has the same gorgeous shimmer in a smaller (and cheaper) package.

The tough part about finding an inexpensive metallic bag is finding something that doesn’t look inexpensive. You’ll pay more for leather, but this Calvin Klein pleated hobo is a keeper with or without the metallic (an easy choice since it comes in five colors). Its medium size puts it perfectly between a smaller bag and an oversized carryall.

Donna Karan’s new tote made more headlines for LiLo than her ill-advised visit across the pond to follow her heart. The supple leather is sublime, with edgy gathers and a dangling silver chain that really has no reason to exist, but just to look cool.

Grab it by the handles or throw it over your shoulder, this generously sized leather bag from Urban Outfitters comes in a rich, rusty brown, classic black or a soft teal. Stash your lunch in there and save some coin to buy a few other ‘it’ bags.