[Photo from Neiman Marcus - $975, available here]

You've done something right if your brand's signature look can be identified by just a few pared-down hardware details. This tote has the studs, skinny leather ties, buckles, and dangling mirror present on Balenciaga's most popular styles (like the Lariat, Arena, and Papier) but instead of lambskin, they're all attached to a colorful raffia weave. The warm tones have me thinking about summer and I must say this would make a fierce beach bag. While I worry about sand touching anything pricey, I do love to make a statement while vacationing or day-tripping.

What do you think? Do you have a favorite bag for your grab-and-go moments? Lately I reach for my J.Crew Tillary Tote but in the past I loved my Uptown Tote.