Lady LUX

Summer is just around the corner, which means less black and more color! Swap out your usual handbag for one in a bright and beautiful shade. Designers like Rebecca Minkoff and Diane von Furstenberg are rolling out fresh new bags in every color of the rainbow. From poppy pink to cool mint, tangerine orange and cerulean blue, you're sure to find the perfect hue for you. Here are the top ten colorful bags we're crazy for!

Spring into summer with a little bit of green! This fold over clutch by Clare Vivier is crafted in tactile basket-weave leather and outfitted with a sparkling, contrast-trimmed zip closure.

The MAC bag by Rebecca Minkoff is perfect for the fashion-forward sophisticate. Bold colorblocking gives a modern egde to this classic leather handbag. Polished silver hardware accentuates the structured exterior.

Punch up a neutral outfit with this eye-catching coral bag from Botkier. The leather mini satchel features shiny hardware and classic double handles for a polished look.

We adore this cheekily little clutch by Diane von Furstenberg. Polished lips curve into a wry smile, making this metallic snakeskin purse a fun statement piece.

This gorgeous minaudière by Serpui Marie is a feast for the eyes! The bright straw exterior of this clutch shifts from one shade to another for a fresh ombré take on a classic evening bag. The perfect accessory to liven up a little black dress.

A professional messenger bag is enhanced with a vibrant yellow exterior. Constructed of study, smooth leather, this Marc by Marc Jacobs bag is roomy enough to carry your everyday essentials and more.

No one does a handbag quite like Alexander Wang, and this Rocco duffel bag is no exception. Bright pebbled leather in a tangy orange boosts this constructs the utility-chic purse accented with polished hardware.

The Craig Camera bag by Rebecca Minkoff is a cool alternative to the usual cross-body bag. Constructed as a camera case, the retro bag is coated in a beautiful shade of periwinkle and outfitted with side pockets and a snap front pocket.

We are drooling over this ultra-chic Tonda clutch from Diane von Furstenberg. Shiny studs lend a cool retro feel to the front of this lagoon blue leather piece. Carry it as a clutch or over the shoulder.

This red-hot Pelican Sling bag by Alexander Wang is calling your name! Gold studs add extra edge to an urban-chic bag made of croc-embossed leather with soft suede side panels.

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