Girlawhirl's finally able to let her spring style shine. There's no longer a need to cover up a cute spring dress with a coat, or wrap herself in a cardigan to stay warm, she's free to use light layers as part of an outfit rather than a way to fight off a morning or evening chill. All vestiges of winter clothing, including her handbags have been stored away for the summer, leaving Girlawhirl with very little to tote her daily gear around in. Can she find something new without blowing her budget?...
• This perfectly pretty springtime tote from Plenty by Tracy Reece could just be Girlawhirl's favorite spring purchase. Somehow just carrying it, even in the rain, adds some spring to her step and puts a smile on her face. With a colorful border at the bottom and shiny patent leather on top, she had a hard time choosing from the three color combinations.
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Plenty by Tracy Reese Rope Handle Tote
17 ½” W X 12” H X 6 ¾” D with 8 ½” drop
Patent leather with PVC trim and rope handle
Green, White, Cognac
$195
nordstrom.com
• This cheeky mix of woven wicker and black patent leather is all Girlawhirl needs to complement her favorite little black dress on a sultry summer night out. And it's roomy enough for a small wallet and her BlackBerry®.
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Miranda Picnic clutch
9 5/8”W X 4”H X 2 5/8” D
Black
$68
jcrew.com
• Girlawhirl loves the green trimmings on this easygoing bag from Lucky Brand Jeans. She can't wait to mix this one up with her summertime weekend outfits.
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Lucky Brand Jeans Canvas Daisy Chain Gathered Tote
17”W X 11” H X 3” D with 7 ½” drop
Cotton canvas with leather trim
$148
macys.com
• To make a truly green statement, this raw cotton canvas tote is big enough to carry around Girlawhirl's refillable water bottle, a magazine, and everything else she needs for the day. On Saturday mornings it accompanies her on errand running, accommodating everything she needs to pick up. Her cell phone and sunglasses stay safe in the patch pockets with that snap shut.
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Beau Soleil Raw Cotton Tote
Raw cotton canvas with recycled rope handle
15” W X 12 ½” H X 4 ½” D with 7” drop
$45
saks.com
• At just $10, Old Navy's straw clutch has become a summertime staple in Girlawhirl's everyday tote bag. When she meets her friends for a drink or dinner, she can just grab the clutch – and check the larger bag at the door.
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Straw clutch
100% straw, with cotton lining
White, red, coffee grounds, blue palm
Coffee grounds and blue palm have a palm tree on them
11” L X 7” H
$10
oldnavy.com
• And even Marc Jacobs has a tote for under $200! Find it here!
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