We all know that a clutch or an over-sized bag is the way to go and today's new collections have some of the best that I have seen in a long time. When you are out shopping for you new bag, there are FIVE things you should look for:

1. The quality needs to be superb. You don't want to have to replace your bag every month.
   
2. The design has "you" written all over it, so you don't get tired of it.
3. The style needs to be timeless because what is "in" this week, may be out next week.
   
4. The price should be affordable, so you can have more than one in your personal collection.
5. You should be able to take it wherever you go, especially if you travel or go from day to night.

If you check any magazine rack at your local grocery store or bookstore, you will be able to find all of the "must haves" for the season. For example, a Nicole Lee bag is featured in this month's O Magazine and you can see the entire 2009 Fall/Winter Collection on line or do some e-Shopping and find the bag that is a perfect match for you. Every time I step out of my front door, someone is telling me how much they love my bag. I currently have four new bags in my personal collection and with the season changing, I'm sure I'll be adding more really soon.