New Yorkers are as obsessed with handbags in a way most people are invested with their cars. See, nobody ever sees our cars. So, we don’t really care. Our handbags, on the other hand, are representitive of our personal style. After all, some cost more than a small car.

Every season brings a new crop of hot it’bags. Try as you must, it’s sometimes hard not to fall for what’s destined to become a fashion cliche. In honor of the new season, we’ve picked an assortment of our favorite bags on the market. We’ve steered clear of the ubiquitous Birkins and 2.55s and opted for the breathtaking Delvaux Tempête GM satchel and the Blackout bag from Balenciaga, which has no hardware.

Both bags represent an understated luxury but don’t sacrifice style. Use the above scroll to see more of our favorite new bags for this season. Just remember, many of the most fashionable woman carry no bag because their Escalade is waiting around the block.

The thought of wearing a sweater makes our skin itch but it’s impossible to ignore the fact that fall fashion is here. September magazine issues are arriving and back to school shopping is well underway. It’s prime time to start dissecting the next big trends.

The season’s hottest fabric is Velvet. The lush textile can be worn crushed, coloured or top-to-toe but our favorite items of the season are plush velvet block heels. Look for jewel colored hues like rich midnight blue, bordeaux and emerald.

Some of our favorite variations are Gianvitto Rossi’s heavenly Mary Jane platforms, Miu Miu platform sandals, Chalotte Olympia’s velvet and metallic leather platform and Saint Laurent’s Candy platforms, which are almost completely sold out in every size. Be sure not to overlook Dries Van Noten’s ankle boots with a sculpted heel. They are showstoppers.

If you’re not into clunky, we suggest you opt for Manolo Blahnik’s BBs in pearl velvet, Christian Louboutin’s or Saint Laurent’s pointy toe.

Some wear-now variations– well wear in September– include Prada’s mixed media leather-velvet sandal platforms and Gianviitto Rossi’s low stacked sandal. If you’re looking for some less expensive options, we suggest you go with a platform sandal from Sam Edelman and a Barneys label Mary Jane.

The best part about this trend is that the velvet sandals can be worn in early Fall and accessorized by a great pedicure. Once the frost of brutal Winter grabs hold, you can pair your sandals with thick opaque tights. Just make sure that your shoe has a heavy platform to counter balance the weight of the tights.

The thought of wearing a sweater makes our skin itch but it’s impossible to ignore the fact that fall fashion is here. September magazine issues are arriving and back to school shopping is well underway. It’s prime time to start dissecting the next big trends.

The season’s hottest fabric is Velvet. The lush textile can be worn crushed, coloured or top-to-toe but our favorite items of the season are plush velvet block heels. Look for jewel colored hues like rich midnight blue, bordeaux and emerald.

Some of our favorite variations are Gianvitto Rossi’s heavenly Mary Jane platforms, Miu Miu platform sandals, Chalotte Olympia’s velvet and metallic leather platform and Saint Laurent’s Candy platforms, which are almost completely sold out in every size. Be sure not to overlook Dries Van Noten’s ankle boots with a sculpted heel. They are showstoppers.

If you’re not into clunky, we suggest you opt for Manolo Blahnik’s BBs in pearl velvet, Christian Louboutin’s or Saint Laurent’s pointy toe.

Some wear-now variations– well wear in September– include Prada’s mixed media leather-velvet sandal platforms and Gianviitto Rossi’s low stacked sandal. If you’re looking for some less expensive options, we suggest you go with a platform sandal from Sam Edelman and a Barneys label Mary Jane.

The best part about this trend is that the velvet sandals can be worn in early Fall and accessorized by a great pedicure. Once the frost of brutal Winter grabs hold, you can pair your sandals with thick opaque tights. Just make sure that your shoe has a heavy platform to counter balance the weight of the tights.