Fall Handbag Trends: The Reality

Welcome to Part II of  Real Life Style's Fantasy/Reality Series for Fall 2013 Handbags. Last week we brought you the Fantasy, Fall 2013's handbag trends at designer price points. This week, check out the Reality part of the series, the trends at more down-to-earth prices. Don't forget to click through to find out where you can buy these affordable beauties. Once you get to the Pinterest page, click on the image again to reach the handbag's website. If you haven't already started a Pinterest board for your Fall 2013 favorites, now might be the time!

Pastels

Rebecca  Minkoff Quilted Mini Affair Bag, $195

Kate Spade New York Flicker Patent Leather Bon Shopper, $172.86

Nicole by Nicole Miller Tamie Top-Handle Satchel, $44

Halogen Speedy Convertible Satchel, $198

H&M Leather Shoulder Bag, $79.95

BCBGeneration Cory Tote Handbag, $37.99

Milly Nikki Fringe Clutch, $279.99

Punky Black Leather

Betsey Johnson Studio Mini Satchel, $108

Rebecca Minkoff Mini 5-Zip, $195

Topshop Quilted Backpack, $72

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Tote with Gusset, $54.99

H&M Leather Bag, $129

Fur

Clare Vivier Mini Haircalf Bag, $195

River Island Black Faux Fur Stripe Bowler Bag, $90

ASOS Leather Satchel Bag with Faux Pony Panel, $75.94

Honeybee Pollen Large Vintage Fur Handbag, $30

Whimsical

Nastygal Lucky Lips Crossbody Bag, $47.60

Anthropologie Flowerbed Clutch, $68

Lulu Guinness Eye Coin Purse, $120

Nicole Lee Viola Patchwork Flowers Convertible Satchel, $69.30

Baroque

Anthropologie Duality Clutch, $98

Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch, $210

Stella & Dot La Totale Large, $118

Lulu Townsend Gold Scroll Minaudiere Clutch, $49.95

Nine West Enchanted Forest Clutch, $69

Black and White

New Look Libby Monochrome Zip Detail Tote Bag, $42.17

Clare Vivier Foldover Clutch, $210

B-Collective by Buxton Bianca Leather Tote, $208

ZAC Zac Posen Eartha Crossbody, $167.99

Banana Republic Bettina Satchel, $250

Moyna Polka Dot Clutch, $130

Milly Kiera Multi Clutch, $267.99

Tapestry 

Rose & Rose Mythology Tote, $248

Cleobella Leo Clutch, $110

Jasper & Jeera Pasha Woven Weekender, $148

Anthropologie Atalanta Tote, $98

Beaded Bricolage Hobo, $128

The Perfect Fall Skirt

A lot of women complain about having to wear maternity clothes and do all they can do avoid them while pregnant. As someone who believes in dressing correctly for your current body type, I believe in maternity wear. But once in a while I see something I love so much I get upset I have to sit out the season. This Calvin Klein skirt is THE PIECE I really want, but can't have, this fall.

Why is it the perfect skirt for Fall 2013? It covers multiple trends including Graphic Black and White, Punk, Leather and Chic Minimalism. It is also vegan, affordable, and goes from day to evening. I hope you like it as much as I do.

Calvin Klein Faux-Leather Pleated A-Line Skirt, $109.50

TO WORK

Top with a graphic black and white blazer to tone down the "leather-ness" of the skirt for work. Add a flattering white shirt, then choose your accessories. Will you add a feminine touch with a bow bag and matching tonal pump? Or will you keep it chic with a black and white tote and a pop of fuchsia in the shoe? Whatever you do, have fun!

River Island Black and White Scratch Print Blazer, $70

H&M Fitted Shirt, $9.95




Topshop Masquerade Mid Pump, $60

ZAC Zac Posen Shirley Bow Croco Shopper, $150

Enzo Angiolini Graysn Pump, $109.95

ALDO Michurin Handbag, $60


OUT ON THE TOWN

Looking to rock your skirt for evening? Add a teddy coat (Big Trend Alert!), a pop of universally flattering color with an affordable tee, a chic box clutch, and a shoe that makes your legs go on for miles. 

Topshop Teddy Fur Pea Coat, $158

Kate Spade Saturday Slip Neck Tee, $30

Vince Camuto Mira Clutch, $158

Sam Edelman Desiree Pump, $129.95