Diva Kimora Lee Simmons was spotted after causing commotion on a passenger flight looking angry but stylish as always. The Baby Phat / Phat Farm President claims to favor her own brands but she's always spotted with some other luxury designer bags. Though Versace clothes are a fave of mine, their handbags are less than desirable, but Kimora seems to love her Versace Quilted Snap Out Of It Satchel. (I mean really, she has about a million Louis Vuitton bags but she chose to carry this instead?!?!) Anyway, the bag is made of Italian calfskin leather, has braided double handles and a signature quilted 'Greek Key' pattern. FYI: This bag is also a fave of Britney Spears, which makes it even less desirable...ugh! Check out more Versace Couture handbags at the Designer Shop at NORDSTROM.com.

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In my mind, Tory Burch is my cool friend who dresses great all the time, takes me shopping and lets me raid her closet, full of pieces she designed. I'm really loving her neo classic style - it's like modern day Polo Ralph Lauren but for the younger, hipper, chic-er set. The Tory Burch 'Happy' Chain Strap Hobo is really the only bag you need for Fall. The tri-colored hobo has a large dot pattern resembling oversized pennies, mixing caramel glazed leather with light and dark brown suede. It has a discreet flap closure and square cabled chain strap with smooth leather for shoulder comfort. Pre-order now at NORDSTROM.com) What's Haute

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I love the fashion industry. Just when you start to get immersed in the fashions of one season they start to bring out new styles for the next season to tempt you all over again. Although the color palettes for Fall typically aren't as fun as Spring and Summer, I love the rich colors of Fall accessories, like caramel patent leather. Lately I've been less than impressed with new Gustto designs (and to think I once loved all their bags!), but I'm adoring this Gustto 'Salto' Flap Bag. The structured shape is offset perfectly by the rounded bottom edges and flap front. The handle is unique in that it attaches to the back of the bag, and two front pockets offer practicality, and how cute is that random left front pocket? What's Haute

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It's been a long time since I've coveted a Donna Karan handbag. But her Zodiac collection has caught my eye. The collection of handbags are named after different astrological signs, and her designs have stepped up quite a bit. Though I'm a Cancer, my favorite is the 'Modern Aries' Messenger Bag. It has a rough, biker feel to it, with zippers to expand the gusset and which double as trim. The strap is long enough to be worn as a crossbody bag which is great for work (a chic alternative to a tote or briefcase) and for cooler weather to wear over a bulky sweater or coat. Shop the Modern Aries, Scorpio, Leo, and Libra (what, no Cancer?) at NORDSTROM.com. What's Haute

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Blake Lively, star of my favorite show, Gossip Girl was spotted on set with co-star and cutie Penn Badgeley filming the new season. Though I love the show's accurate portrayal of catty, spoiled rich high-school girls, I really watch for the fashion. This show is like a mini Sex and the City, with almost as much sex but just as much in the fashion department, particularly between Blake (Serena) and Leighton Meester (Blair). Anyway, Blake's carrying the luxe Loeffler Randall Bedelia Satchel in nude (available at Shop Jake and of course Loeffler Randall). It's a gorgeous bag - so much so that you can dress down like Blake and let the bag be the highlight of your entire outfit! Devaney/WireImage

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