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Jul 23 2007 05:00 PM ET

Fall Trend Alert: It’s All About Patent Bags

Humberto Carreno/startraks

In the August issue of StyleWatch, you can check out stars like Cameron Diaz, Rihanna, Kylie Minogue, and more sporting the latest accessory du jour — glossy handbags. Sienna Miller was recently spotted on her way to the airport carrying this chic Chloe bag — which adds just the right polish to her casual travel outfit. For a classic look, go with darker colors, like black, navy or chocolate brown, or go bold with metallics or bright colors. Below are some of our favorite picks. Tell us: Would you wear a patent leather bag?

Get the Look!
Splurge:
Burberry “Beaton” hobo, $850, nordstrom.com

Michael Michael Kors “Chestertown” satchel, $398, nordstrom.com

Adrienne Vittadini “Norena” Tote, $228, dillards.com

Steal:
“Natasha” patent tote, $50, baghaus.com

Patent tote, $40, gap.com

Zou Zou quilted patent messenger tote, $20, jcpenny.com.

And be sure grab the brand new August issue of StyleWatch, on sale now!

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Sure, why not. Count me in.

- AnnieJ on July 23rd, 2007

Yes I love THis Trend. I own A newly bought panet Bag from This new designer called N. Gosh it is big and lovely!!

- PrettyPink on July 23rd, 2007

i really like it , but i don´t know if i would like it in a lighter colour

- yen on July 23rd, 2007

she has been lookin chuncky lately u could see it more in her the neck area. n da bag is fugly.

- ESTEVO on July 23rd, 2007

The pages for the suggested bags do not open. Except for the 2 most expensive.

- gg on July 23rd, 2007

i love the pic of sienna’s bag but the link to nordstrom and other other ‘splurge’ bags is not the bag from the picture– what is the bag sienna’s holding?

- Anonymous on July 23rd, 2007

sorry but for me its waay 2 big.
and if its gonna be that big it has 2 be gorgeous
and sorry but for me its not…

- Kelly on July 23rd, 2007

I’ve been wearing a black patent doctor bag since last fall and I love it.

- Carla on July 24th, 2007

Well, let’s see I love big bags and I love patent leather so yes. I just need one in red please!

- Rose on July 24th, 2007

Who made Lindsay’s blue bag on your Star photos on Tuesday? Where can I get a cheaper one than the name brand?

- Theresa Harms on July 24th, 2007

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