Splurge, Save, Steal: White Tote

One of the secrets of Hollywood stars to look polished is carrying a white bag in structured and clean lines. Take a cue from Jennifer Lopez who is carrying a Valentino tote with golden hardware details. Of course, we have plenty of options to look expensive without breaking the bank. Take a look at our selections.

SPLURGE: Valentino "My Rockstud" tote, $2,895 at netaporter.com

SAVE: Thomas Wylde studded tote, $800 $400 at farfetch.com

STEAL: BooHoo "Scarlet" snake tote, $40 at BooHoo

STEAL: French Connection "Coy" tote, $90 $54 at Last Call by Neiman Marcus

Splurge, Save, Steal: Nude Leather Satchel

SPLURGE

Jimmy Choo 'Rosalie' stamped leather bag, $1,495 at Net-A-Porter.

SAVE

Bleecker handheld lock bag Biscotti, $475 at Reiss.

STEAL

DKNY vintage large leather satchel, $325.

Splurge, Save, Steal: Patchwork bag

SPLURGE

Carlos Falchi alligator patchwork satchel, $5,430 previously $7,550 at Last Call by Neiman Marcus.

SAVE

Ghibli patchwork python tote, $930 at Forzieri. 

STEAL

Fossil 'Liberty' convertible satchel, $158 at Macy's.

Splurge, Save, Steal: Striped tote

Stripes will make a come back this Summer and if you are conscious about wearing stripes on your dress, another option is to accessorize with striped bags. Take at look at these totes that fits any budget.

SPLURGE

Kate Spade 'Kennywood' tote, $295 at Bloomingdale's.

SAVE

Rebecca Minkoff 'Cherish' tote, $155 at Revolve Clothing.

STEAL

Magid bucket tote, $58.50 at Endless.

Splurge, Save, Steal: Heart Clutch

I know it is a few months to go before Valentines Day but allow me to give you the splurge, save, steal edition of this blog for heart clutches.  It isn't bad, anyway, to tote a heart clutch during Christmas and New Year's parties, right?

SPLURGE

Judith Leiber 'Heart n' Soul' minaudiere with black Austrian crystals, $2,195 at Bergdorf Goodman.  Also available in pink.

SAVE

Forzieri USA flag heart clutch that is covered with crystals and Katy Perry approved, $630.  Also available in gold.

STEAL

Whiting and Davies clutch, $101.25 at eBags.com.  Also available in black, silver and red.

ALMOST FREE

Urban Expressions heart clutch, $29.95 at DSW.  Also available in silver and black.