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I can’t say that I cared for the Gladiator Flat Sandals that seemed to be all the rage this past summer and unfortunately my opinion has not changed since then. It takes a certain person to wear the gladiator shoes. One that has complete confident in their feet - and I am not one of them. The Chain Gladiator Sandal by Sergio Rossi certainly has an artistic nature about them, but the practical “I can actually wear them” aspect is …

It’s hard to say whether “iconic” might be a little bit too strong of a word for Zac Posen’s Iconic Tote, but the bag is designed to have an impact. It is made of a caramel-colored grained leather with a dark chocolate leather trim. The hardware is made of gold-tone brass, including the rings that attach the rolled-leather shoulder straps, small accent studs and the turn-lock closure on the front pocket. The main compartment of the bag has a zip top and is lined in suede. It measures 17″L x 13.5″H …

Michael Kors’ Moroccan Basket Tote is a lovely hybridization between the classically casual woven handbag style and a more upmarket bag. Made of rich chocolate brown leather, the bag is accented with circular links and gold studs. The tote has a rounded shape, allowing it to expand as needed, and has a small snap closure concealed just inside the bag’s reinforced leather trim, with an internal zip pocket for extra security. This is a style that would work equally well with jeans or a summery, …

Possibly the tiniest functional purse I’ve see, this Mini Purse Key Ring from Bottega Veneta is worthy of Cute Overload. Attached to a 9-inch chain, the little purse is about 2″ high and made of soft, supple leather. It has a tiny clasp at the top, opening the bag to slip in a few well-folded bills or a couple of coins, and comes in both white and green. The chain also has a keyring and a belt hook, making it easy to attach and carry around with you. Price: $200.

Thongs, sandals, flip flops - whatever you want to call them, they make perfect beachwear in the summer if you intend to actually head out onto the sand. This Dolce & Gabbana pair of summer 2007 flip flops is lightweight and made of cushy, stacked foam in layers of black, white and red or blue, depending on the overall color scheme of the sandal. “D&G Beachwear Fun Equipment for Summer 2007″ is printed on the sole, near the heel, of each sandal. They are available in a limited selection of mens’ …

The People of the Labyrinths perfume, Luctor et Emergo, is one very exclusive scent. It has been around for a few years now, but it is far from commonly seen and is the number one cult perfume in the world. The scent took at least three years to develop and was inspired by some of the scents popular in the late 19th century. It features a combination of grass and wood smells, overlaid by vanilla, cherries, almonds and incense. The flask-shaped bottle comes wrapped in a hand-dyed silk scarf …

Stylish, but functional, the My Dior Large Pockets Bag from (obviously) Dior is a bag that you will get a lot of use out of. Made in Italy, the bag comes in your choice of warm tan (pictured) or basic black leather, the former of the two being the more casual bag. It has a frame top for structure, a wide base to provide plenty of storage space and a number of pockets to keep your organized. The bag is fairly large, measuring 17″ x 14″ x 4.5″, and is topped with two rolled leather handles, both …

Straw is a prominent component of many spring bags, as a lighter contrast from the heavy, primarily leather handbags that are in stores in winter. It also tends to make bags look much more casual than other materials and - let’s face it - an all straw bag is just not always appropriate, no matter how season it may be. Nancy Gonzalez’s Python/Straw Tote Bag strikes a nice balance between the luxury of the python and the casual straw, so the bag is much more versatile that you would expect a …

It must be because David Beckham is moving to Los Angeles to play in MLS for the LA Galaxy, because I can’t think of another reason why some fancy soccer cleats would otherwise be exciting for a nonsoccer player (albeit a soccer fan). The hummel 8.4 PIO FGX football boots were designed by Richard Kuchinsky to offer superior performance, comfort and looks to players. The insoles of the shoes, which will be released in limited quantities, custom mold to the players’ feet using heat. Externally, …

Prada’s vivid Canvas Frame Bag is due out in mid spring this year, making it a perfect accessory for the summer travel season. The canvas body features an all-over printed design that, with the exception of the Prada logo, has a very Spanish feel to it. The canvas is trimmed in soft, orange leather, including reinforced corners and a gold-studded top frame, which secures with a magnetic snap. Braided rope handles add to the casual Mediterranean look of the bag. It measures 11″H X 14″L X 7″W. …