Valentine’s Day! If my informal research is any indication, you probably think of it as either your favorite holiday or the worst day of the year, but no matter which you choose, it still comes around once a year, every year. And if you’re in a relationship, that means that you still have to find ways to gently guide your significant other toward the right kind of Valentine’s-appropriate gift. We have a few ideas, obviously, and they’re all shaped like handbags.

This Valentine’s Day Gift Guide is our first of two, and it’s for the partner that wants to hit this Valentine’s Day out of the proverbial park (or who simply has an enviably large discretionary budget and wants to spend it on you). From $270 to $2595, we’ve got plenty of red and pink bags that make great gifts and that will remind you of a very happy V-Day every time you use them.

Valentino Mini VaVaVoom Shoulder Bag, $1695 via Net-a-Porter

Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag, $1260 via Neiman Marcus

Marc by Marc Jacobs Bob’s Memphis Satchel, $530 via Net-a-Porter

Kate Spade Rosa Tote, $425 via Neiman Marcus

RED Valentino Ombre Chain Clutch, $550 via Saks

Yves Saint Laurent Cabas Chyc Linen Tote, $2595 via Net-a-Porter

Jason Wu Kate Python-Embossed Clutch, $895 via Neiman Marcus

Reed Krakoff Mini Atlantique, $1190 via Neiman Marcus

MICHAEL Michael Kors Margo Shoulder Bag, $270 via Net-a-Porter

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Handbags that say “I love you” is a post from: Cheap Online Shopping

The month of Valentine’s Day, Fashion Week, and my anniversary is upon us. This month also holds all February birthday babies, whose birthstone is a gorgeous, deep purple amethyst. Purple is one of my favorite colors, as it works as a deep neutral in place of black or brown.

From the chicest Beats by Dr. Dre headphones that I have ever seen to a luxurious phone case to the best purple bags out there right now, I have nine birthday gift ideas for the February birthday girls in your life.

Bottega Veneta Relaxed Lambskin Satchel | $3,400 via Neiman Marcus

There is something very different about the shape of this bag, but the extremely supple leather is sure to grab your attention from the get-go. Because of its shape, this bag is meant to carry everything and anything one might need.

Fendi Zucca-Flap Baguette | $1,520 via Neiman Marcus

As we said earlier, Fendi is trying to bring their Baguette bags back. I love the ornate versions, but a simple leather Baguette may be just what a February birthday baby needs.

Proenza Schouler PS1 Medium Satchel | $1,595 via Net-A-Porter

I apologize to all who are sick of the PS1, but this is not only a fan favorite but one of my favorite bags ever. The cool schoolboy bag is super feminine but still has every bit of pizazz needed to become your go-to bag.

Oscar de la Renta Beats by Dr. Dre | $695 via OscardelaRenta.com

From the moment I heard Oscar was partnering to make the most luxurious Beats by Dr. Dre ever, I decided I most certainly needed a pair. Covered in luxe plum silver fox, this is the perfect gift for the girl who loves listening to music and has everything.

Dolce & Gabbana Sequined Shoulder Bag | $1,375 via Net-A-Porter

I know there are plenty of February birthday girls who love to sparkle and shine, and Dolce & Gabbana has just the bag. This bag also makes a fun Valentine’s day present, hint hint.

Gucci Jackie Medium Hobo | $1,890 via Neiman Marcus

I’ve got a Gucci obsession that I don’t share as much as I should. A classic hobo with a longer shoulder strap and the perfectly sized body makes me crush hard on this iconic bag.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Take Me Tote | $358 via ShopBop

Marc by Marc should be considered for options all the time, including this gift guide. While this tote is simple, it is entirely practical and even looks cute.

Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag | $525 via Rebecca Minkoff

A cult favorite, the Morning After Bag is the bag that started it all for Rebecca Minkoff. In a luscious plum hue, this bag is meant to go from day to night to morning.

Hermes HigHtecH | $420 via Hermes

Hermes knows the ladies want to bring luxurious leather into every aspect of their life, including phone covers. For a very simplistic look and feel but high quality leather, the HigHtechH Blackberry cases from Hermes are timeless.

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Karl Lagerfeld’s aptly named Karl “masstige” (that’s the portmanteau meant to denote almost-luxury items at a relatively-not-terrible price) line debuted at Net-a-Porter to much fanfare and hype on Wednesday, and I do have to admit that there were a few items I considered picked up: the faux leather pleated skirt, sequined collar, leather moto gloves, silver high-tops…okay, maybe there were more than a few. I like black, just like Kaiser Karl. But what of the handbags? And what of that slightly batty video of Karl interviewing himself, which we have provided for you after the jump? It’s Friday, after all.

The collection included a couple of black leather bags, none of which were of particular note based on their design and price points. What I did kind of enjoy, however, was these two canvas totes, both bearing the visage of Karl himself. At a price point of $25 and featuring drawings of Karl (on in profile, one from the back) on both sides, it’s easy to guess why the Karl Printed Canvas Shopper sold out immediately. If you prefer your Karl a little more abstract (and slightly more spendy), the Karl Large Printed Canvas Tote might be more up your alley if you have $135 to throw toward what is essentially a novelty. It’s a KARL LAGERFELD novelty, though, so that’s something.

And speaking of novel, among the seemingly endless media materials for this launch is this gem of a video from Net-a-Porter, in which Karl Lagerfeld sits across from himself and conducts an interview. With himself. I’d be perfectly content if Karl retired from fashion forever and spent his days making YouTube videos, honestly.

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