It’s been ages since I included anything from Kate Spade here. Ages! Almost an entire month! I try to stay away, but that little minx just pulls me right back in, whether it’s with a gorgeous blouse, a fantastic pair of pumps, or an awesome handbag. And before you get all huffy and think, what’s up with the yellow? Isn’t that a spring/summer color? Let me say that no, it’s not. Well, yes it is. But this isn’t just yellow. It’s marigold. And think of the leaves changing colors now, and the lovely gold tones of fall sunsets. That’s what this color is. Besides, it’s Kate Spade. Does it matter what color it is? I think if I could, I’d probably build an entire wardrobe out of nothing but Kate Spade clothing and accessories. But until I win the lottery, or get an awesome blog book deal—what? It could happen!—I have to be satisfied with the couple of KS items I do own, and pressing my nose against the glass for a while longer on others. Today, it’s the Tarrytown Mini Maeda Satchel.
Let’s just call it the Tarrytown, shall we? Not to be confused with those old Tareyton cigarettes. Do you remember those ads? Yeah, that was attractive. Anyway, where was I? Oh yes, Kate’s Tarrytown satchel. Even though it’s a dainty, feminine-looking bag, it’s sturdy—it’s made from boarskin leather, so it also has a nice texture to it. The dual handles only give it a four-inch drop, so it’s best carried by hand rather than on the shoulder. Besides, you don’t want to hide the beautiful lines and 14-karat gold-plated hardware under your arm, do you? Open it up and you’ll find a jacquard lining in the same pattern as the abstract KS logo on the outside of the bag, and a back wall zip pocket. It closes up with a zipper as well. If you’re not crazy about the marigold, it also comes in peacock and paprika. What more can I say? It’s the perfect fall handbag. Make it yours for $325 at Endless.com.
Budget Saving Alternatives
Now, unless you’ve won the lottery, or gotten an awesome blog book deal—and if you have, I don’t want to hear about it—you’d probably rather spend a little less on a handbag. I don’t know about you, but sometimes when I see the price tags on designer bags or shoes, I start adding up how many reasonably priced alternatives I could buy for what that one item costs, and I don’t even like having to do math. I just can’t help myself. So for a little more than what the Tarrytown costs, I could get two of the Latico Nappa Solid Front Pouch E/W Shoulder Bags. Jeez, are they charging per word? In case you’re wondering, E/W stands for East/West. Yeah, I don’t know either. Anyway, the nappa leather is buttery soft. The exterior of the bag features zippered pockets for extra storage, while the interior has enough pockets and compartments for credit cards and IDs that you may not even need to carry a wallet. The lining is a plainweave fabric in a contrasting royal blue. It’s also available in red (also with royal blue lining), green (with orange lining), and black (with yellow lining). Try it out for $189 at Endless.com.
As always, you can save even more by forgoing the leather for a close approximation. The Melie Bianco Flapover Satchel is 100 percent synthetic material, with the look of genuine leather. Funny thing is, this is the least expensive bag, but it has the prettiest lining. It’s a cream colored satin with little brown polka dots. Love it. Too bad the bag isn’t reversible. Inside, there’s also a back wall zip pocket, and outside a buckled flap conceals the top zip closure that keeps the bag securely closed. The dual handle gives the bag a nine-inch drop, perfect for either shoulder or hand carrying. The hardware is antiqued, for just the right amount of shine while still being an understated accent. It’s gorgeous in this mustard shade, but you can also get it in brown, with the same fabulous lining. Whichever one you choose, it will only cost you $99 at Piperlime.com.
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