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Newcomers are breaking barriers with slightly lower price points, equally luxurious products and a serious cult following.<br> <br> Botkier leads the way. Introduced in 2003, Monica Botkier created a now infamous tote – the Trigger bag. Lined with tons of pockets and unique, equestrian–inspired styling, the former fashion photographer’s bags were an instant hit. Now they have reached the level of luxury, with high – quality leathers, Italian hardware, and timeless style.</p> <p align="center" class="style45"><img src="images/botkier.jpg" id=image_border width="497" height="200"></p> <p align="left" class="style45">Trigger, $610, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.botkier.com/trigger.html" target=“_blank”>Botkier.com</a><br> Bombay, Tall Hobo, $635, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.botkier.com/bombay_tall_hobo.html" target=“_blank”>Botkier.com</a><br> Essex, Small Shoulder, $735, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.botkier.com/essex_small_shoulder.html" target=“_blank”>Botkier.com</a><br> <br> Kooba bags are always on the “It” list. Rugged leather, antiqued brass, and braid details are typical components of a Kooba bag. Iconic bags range from the Sienna, the Chiara, and the Ginger, all available in rich earth tones. These everyday cool collections are designed by a mother and daughter, indicating that fashion and style don’t fall far too from the proverbial tree. </p> <p align="center" class="style45"><img src="images/kooba.jpg" id=image_border width="497" height="200"></p> <p align="left" class="style45">Sienna, $595, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.kooba.com/pd/cl/109/p/7541.html%20" target=“_blank”>Koobabags.com</a><br> Chiara, $525, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.kooba.com/Chiara-Ivory/pd/cl/93/np/101/p/7573.html" target=“_blank”>Koobabags.com</a><br> Ginger, $715, <a class=leftnav1 href="http://www.kooba.com/pd/p/76104.html" target=“_blank”>Koobabags.com</a><br> <br> Bulga is the new kid on the designer’s block, but has quickly reached cult status. Toted by celebrities like the Simpson sisters, Bulga bags have young, fresh details, and are roomy enough to carry all the essentials. Designer Natalia Kolovanova’s signature piece is the Large Butterfly Tote, which has a signature smattering of studs in a ‘butterfly winged’ pattern, drawstring top, and two tassels. 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