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Vegans (and every other woman) can rejoice: we found THE ultimate every day cruelty-free handbags. Designer Cornelia Guest has always been passionate about preventing animal cruelty, and she wanted to create accessories that she and her friends could wear and love. The market was craving Guest's classic, elegant bags, which available in a range of chic silhouettes at Bloomingdale's. Here are a few of our favorites:

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Nicolas Weave Satchel, $285

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Kari Satchel, $220

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Hillary Satchel, $220

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These striped cable knit fingerless gloves are the perfect way to inject some fun and color into your winter style. They're perfect for layering with cozy tees and sweaters for a boho-chic vibe.

Striped Fingerless Gloves by Nikifashion - $25 at Etsystriped_fingerless_gloves_thumb.jpg

michelle_mason_tumb.jpgPerfectly coiffed celebs on the red carpet and TV characters like Blair Waldolf certainly provide their style inspiration, but we really long for that effortlessly chic style of off-duty models (see Altimira). That's why we're so drawn to the ultra cool spring collection by Michelle Mason (fittingly, a former model). She mixes casual slouchy pieces with edgy leather styles for the perfect combination of sexy and laid back. View the entire Mason by Michelle Mason lookbook online at michellemason.net.

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We love the mixture of a delicate chain with a chunky stone in this necklace by Nallik. The chunk of raw aventurine gives the piece a rustic and whimsical feel, while the chain keeps it feminine. Keep with the theme by pairing this piece with a thick, chunky sweater and boots.

Nallik is a two-year-old jewelry collection by NYC-based designer Jean Balke. The line uses all natural components, such as semiprecious natural stones and found objects, contrasted with metals. The word "Nallik" means "protection and nurturing in a loving way" as translated from the Inuit language. 

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For your red carpet moment, the perfect luxe clutch is essential. Amanda Joy's gorgeous exotic skins and quality leather clutches are classic and elegant, a worth-the-splurge purchase at about $1000 each. The collection represents Amanda's unfussy approach to design, mixing beautiful clean lines and deliberate details to complement the minimalist use of hardware and embellishments. The bags are all manufactured in New York City, using the finest exotic sins and French and Italian leathers. Right now, Amanda Joy is having an e-commerce sale. If a designer clutch is on your shopping list, head over to shopamandajoy.com for 50% off the entire collection during the winter sale!

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suspender-drawstring-top-11_600_900.jpgWe get that suspenders are trendy in a hipster-chic kinda way, but they sure are uncomfortable and just add another hassle to your morning as you get dressed. That's why we instantly loved this effortlessly cool top from Mikkat Market with built in faux suspenders (they even criss cross in the back). Get the style without the stress, and it's under $50!

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Sulu_Collection_Thumb.jpgInspired by traditional India, Sulu Collection's hand embroidered tunics make us long for summer. They would be so perfectly chic for a day on Nantucket or Cape Cod. From stunning bead work, metals, leather, appliques, tie dyes, and hand block prints, each tunic by designer Sulu Grant is one-of-a-kind. To see more pieces and find out how you can start stocking up for warmer days, visit sulucollection.com.

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By_Chance_Spring_2012_thumb.jpgLaunching for Spring 2012, By Chance is sure to be our new go-to for stylish and feminine casual pieces. The line consists exclusively of tops and dresses, all designed to complement and complete the modern girl's wardrobe. The designer, Marissa Senzon, is a former sales showroom executive so she knows what women really want to buy: the perfect go-with-anything tops, tanks and dresses that can be layered and accessorized to fit any style. Take a sneak peak at the By Chance lookbook below and let us know what you think!

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item-90398-4e61646cb2d27-m.jpgThe style name for this Gina Michele handbag, "Almost Famous," is a perfect pick since we've seen tons of LA celebs running about sporting a similar style. This style from Smashing Darling is eco-friendly, upcylced from vintage suede jackets with a cotton lining of vintage French postcard print. The suede fringe is all cut by hand, and the bag has a worn-in look. 

Almost Famous Suede Fringed Bag in Caramel - $249 at smashingdarling.com
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Today's Etsy finds are these amazing handmade bracelets from Peru. Made with hemp thread gold tone copper, they are also eco-friendly and come in an array of fun colors.  We want to buy them all and stack them up! They'd also make adorable gifts for your girlfriends.

Recuerdos Bracelets - $25 each at Etsy
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