mini bags

The trend today is more towards the mini bag. Pint sized pocket books that look so lady like. No more huge bags that let you stuff in everything but the kitchen sink. These pretty bags mean you pare down what you carry with you. It is better for your back that way anyway. Easier to carry light weight mini bags than heavy totes with you wherever you go.

Nicole - Patent Croco Stamped Eco-Leather Mini Bag - Roccobarocco
Roccobarocco's patent croc-embossed eco-leather mini satchel makes a ladylike polished statement featuring sleek gold-tone hardware oversize zipper pull signature front plaque and detachable shoulder strap. Dust bag included Italian Design.

Front Pocket Grained Leather Mini Bag - Vangi
Vangi's sweet mini hobo in rich grained leather displays trendy details like a front pocket adorned with tassels and gold-tone chain and leather straps. A bold printed fabric lining adds just the right dose of discreet color. Dust bag included Made in Italy.

Margherita Black Studded Nappa Leather Mini Bag - Bric's
Bold studs set in a floral design lend a contrasting touch to a sleek and polished compact evening bag in black Italian nappa leather from Bric's. Detachable shoulder strap and dust bag included. Made in Italy

These mini bags look lovely at night. For that dinner date. When you want to look lady like, which with Autumn and Winter.. that means all the time, even in the day. The trend towards that lady like look means that even the bag you carry should be lady like.

MSR Dromlite Bags
The MSR Dromlite Bags are a lighter, but equally tough, version of MSRs Dromedary Bags for the weight-conscious backpacker or camper. MSR Dromlite Bags take the hassle out of filling, carrying, and pouring water in the field. MSR designed their Dromlite Bags to withstand the most trying conditions. With a temperature threshold from freezing to boiling, and abrasion-resistant cordura construction, these sturdy Bags hold up to the most rigorous adventures. MSR added a low-profile handle making it easy to fill. MSR Dromlite Bags have added perimeter webbing allowing you to attach it to your pack or hang it up at the base camp. The bonus 3-in-1 cap ensures effortless filling, drinking, and pouring from the Dromlite Bags.

MSR Dromedary Bags
MSR Dromedary Bags take the hassle out of filling, carrying, and pouring water in the field. MSR designed their Dromedary Bags to withstand the most trying conditions. With a temperature threshold from freezing to boiling, and abrasion-resistant cordura construction, these sturdy Dromedary Bags hold up to the most rigorous adventures. MSR added a low-profile handle making it easy to fill. MSR Dromedary Bags have added perimeter webbing allowing you to attach it to your pack or hang it up at the base camp. The bonus 3-in-1 cap ensures effortless filling, drinking, and pouring from the Dromedary Bags.

SealLine Baja Dry Bags
SealLine Baja Dry Bags have been proven on rivers, lakes, and oceans around the world. Versatile and durable, the 20-ounce vinyl sides and heavy-duty 34-ounce bottom withstand just about any abuse Mother Nature, or your crew, can dish out. Baja Bags close with SealLines Dry Seal roll-down closure and have an attached D-ring for securing inside a raft or on top of a luggage rack. Made with continuous double sealing strips, the roll-down closure is one of the best waterproof closures in existence. Especially handy are instructions embossed directly on the strips, making it easy to get a reliable seal.

Metolius Haul Bags
Metolius Haul Bags use a super-tough Durathane fabric which extends their life to over 20 big wall climbs. No more fixing fist-size holes after every ascent. In addition to their supreme durability, these bags also feature water-resistant roll-top closures to keep them from filling with rain at your bivy. Metolius makes these Haul Bags in four sizes to provide you with the right tool for everything from a day-long aid route to a week-long ascent to some Valley test piece.

Bear in mind, with a dainty bag like this, your accessories have to be equally dainty. Here are some beautiful mini bags that would take you through fall and winter 2005 and beyond.