Screamer of the Week: Why The "It Bag" Craze Is Over

Doomsayers have been reporting the end of the "it bag" craze for a couple of years now, but I think the end is really here now. Attempts to be edgy have pushed the boundaries of good taste and fakes have blurred with real so much that Neiman Marcus is selling this Fendi bag at the extra special price of $2,985.00-- 25% off. Great, except it's ugly as sin and looks like something that would be worn to the local bingo hall by someone who also has a Chanel scarf on, only it's spelled "Channel." I am never one to begrudge anyone their fashion purchases...but in this case, please, save your money and go buy some gas cards instead.

Ladylike Croc-Look Tote From Bloomie's-- over $100 off!

I've been craving a good everyday bag that doesn't cost a fortune but looks expensive-- I stopped carrying my Louis around on a daily basis since my five year old took to chewing gum and doesn't understand yet that you have to wrap it up before throwing it away! This tote fits the bill perfectly, is marked down to $159.99 from $268.00, and comes in a number of different colors so you can buy a few to go with different outfits. I'm so glad there's a red one, as I have a killer pair of red Stuart Weitzman shoes that needs a red bag to go with. (Yes, I know that's matchy-matchy and stylists frown on it, but I don't care, I like matchy-matchy!) The Bloomingdales store line is always good for quality bargain accessories like this.

Deal of the Week: Botkier Stevie Satchel, $405 at JC Madison

This Botkier Stevie satchel in glazed taupe is a roomy but lady-like all-purpose bag. Available from JC Madison, it's marked down to $405 from an original price of $675. The color is perfect for spring, summer or fall, it's got gorgeous gold tone hardware and it's designed with all the storage pockets you need to keep organized. If you buy one designer bag this year that you really expect to work, this should be it. Oh, and it bears the name of one of my very best friends!