Patent Pending . . .

Bags galore, darlings! Think shiny, in rich chocolate and candy hues.

At left: Diane von Furstenberg

At right: Matthew Williamson

Runway pics via style.com except where otherwise noted.
Emilio Pucci

Shiny and chic is great for fall or spring, so stock up, ladies! There’s a patent bag in nearly every color, size and price range!


From runway to "real" way; Gossip Girl sets the tone . . .

What to buy?

One shoulder bag, one clutch!
Jil Sander leather one-handle tote, via style.com.
Look for Less: patent buckle tote, $38 at lulu-nyc.com.
Beth Springer Hybrid vibrant violet bag. Visit bethspringer.com.
Patent leather tote in black and honey brown at gap.com for $50.
Tory Burch rose patent tote. Visit bergdorfgoodman.com.
Versace deep purple patent tote. Go to Nordstrom.com.
Foley + Corinna patent trim Jet Setter Jr., at revolveclothing.com.
Marc Jacobs patent Classic Christy handbag in pale pink, via style.com. Remember that pastels work for autumn, darlings!
Botkier patent Sasha mini duffel. Visit shopbop.com.
Anya Hindmarch Flavie indigo tote, at net-a-porter.com.

If you're feeling adventruous, go ombré!

L.A.M.B. green ombré patent Manchester tote, at shopbop.com.
Jessica Simpson Tenjune small ombré satchel. Go to jessicasimpsoncollection.com to buy.
Fendi Mini Mama shoulder bag, at net-a-porter.com. Could this be the next "baguette"?
Missoni patent leather frame clutch, pictured courtesy style.com (runway, too!) and available at Missoni boutiques.
Be & D black patent clutch with stud detailing, on sale at net-a-porter.com.
Andarei yellow Capri clutch, at revolveclothing.com.
Felix Rey PVC Ida cosmetics case; $58.00 at shopbop.com.
D&G purple envelope clutch, at D&G boutiques; picture via elle.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs patent coin purse, at standardstyle.com
How to wear it: Rebecca Minkoff Market tote and Kors trench in lipstick red, at chickdowntown.com.

Shine on, darlings!