Often times, a really cool looking bag draws the attention of the unsavory - those that may want to take that which is tantalizingly hidden within. It’s the fact that the contents are invisible that makes the temptation so high! You might have a big wad of cash inside, or a stack of iPhones, a felt satchel of diamonds, or maybe a large gold brick!
Then again, maybe all you’ve got is a pack of gum, a ball of twine, a rubber-band, and a large caliber handgun. Sure, the potential risk is high on a mark like that, but the potential reward could be even higher!

We’ve got a solution - show the world exactly what you’re carrying, even if what you’re showing is only a reasonable facsimile. The X-Ray tote and shoulder bags, made of a space-age woven plastic fiber, appear to have been bombarded by X-rays, and have magically made your eyes sensitive to their reflection. It appears as though your stuff has gone through the security check at the airport (although, we highly recommend AGAINST carrying these through such a checkpoint as the NTSB, as a rule, has no sense of humor).

Show everyone your iPod, stack-o-benjamins, eye-drops, nail clippers, lollipop, sunglasses, and prescriptions as well as your pepper-spray, switchblade, brass knuckles and revolver. Maybe you’ve really got that stuff in your bag, but then again, maybe you don’t! The indecision will make any potential thief pause in confusion long enough for you to be out of sight and long gone. Who knew personal security could be had through the power of suggestion?

Seems folks out there are finally beginning to realize that there are geek girls out there in the universe. Go figure.

 It’s about time that there’s a stylish laptop bag designed for women! I love backpacks for long hauls, don’t get me wrong, but this is a really nice looking bag for carrying a laptop (and other necessary “stuff”) around town. Plus, the donation to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, makes me feel warm and fuzzy about buying a new bag! Awesome.

The folks at Mobile Edge have come up with a unique tote bag, designed to carry along a notebook PC with ample protection, while providing unique appeal to women. While this case might not look like a traditional computer case, it still incorporates all the innovation and functionality a geek girl needs.

In addition, Mobile Edge will donate 10% from sale of each tote to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The mission of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation is to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. For more information, please contact the Foundation at 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244 or visit www.komen.org.

It seems that people merely follow the ‘green’ trend if it is in style. While I wish everyone was more environmentally conscious at all times, because they actually care for the environment, I will take the green trend as it gets people thinking a tad. Wrapped up in Al Gore’s film and thoughts that it is time to start to help the planet, designers and stores are jumping on the ‘Go Green’ trend. Barneys is sporting an entire section, “Green Holiday”, to offer a plethora of items ranging from designer denim to handbags that are environmentally friendly. Finding a great ecological tote is a great way handbag lovers can show they are looking out for the environment.

The Henry Cuir Ecological Tote is designed with natural leather that is tanned without chemicals and sports an etched design with a French message that reads, “I am the earth. I love myself and I respect myself.” The quote itself bring about a feeling of chi. There are double handles and the dimensions are 15.5″ x 15.5″ x 5.5″. 8″. This tote is exclusive at Barneys and is a step in the right direction. $850 at Barneys

What a shame. Having returned from our New York City trip on the 4th of November, Purse Blog resident blogger Megs could barely wait to reveal the goodies she had scored at the Hermes Wall Street to the awaiting crowd on the forums. Sadly, she’s postponed to feature her brand new Hermes bag and accessories on our blog… Finally tonight, I am taking matters into my own hands. We owe it to our loyal readership to share the additions to the family!

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While we were in New York, Vlad and I made it a priority to stop into the Bottega Veneta store, which is their flagship. The store is huge, and beautiful (and undergoing renovations). We were greeted by a great SA who showed us and informed us about so many meticulous details of Bottega items. With many luxury houses losing their luster, Bottega Veneta is one of the few luxury houses that has retained their luxury. The weave is perfected at the house of Bottega, and many do not realize the degree of perfection they implement with their exotics. If you are looking for alligator, Bottega uses a specific gator from Madagascar that leaves a raise after each scale. The raise gives the bag a stunning dimension, as the dye darkens around the raised edges to really make the exotic skin pop. And there is another process to treating their alligator; involving soaking the skin (belly only) in water, then having the artisan hand treat the skin by pounding it out and then hand brushing each scale. The result is divine, which leaves the exotic skin feeling as if it is suede. You have to touch it to believe it, because it seems unreal. And then there are their python skins, lizard skins, ostrich, and of course the divine weave that they implement. So if you are looking for an exotic, the house of Bottega may be perfect for you. Make sure to stop by your local boutique to feel and indulge in the perfection of their processes.

And while I wished to leave with a piece of exotic perfection, I had a different bag in mind. So I settled with the stunning Bottega Veneta Ballet Flats in Carmino ($570 at Saks).

Below is a compilation of exotic (and intricate woven leather) items Bottega Veneta offers. Check them out if you are looking for utmost luxury and attention to detail!