3. Kate Spade New York “Grove Court – Blaine” Shoulder Bag ($445 Nordstrom)

This is a rock star’s bag. It’s fire engine red, the construction is impeccable, and it’s Kate Spade – what can top that? Kate Spade is known for superior bags that daughters, mothers, and grandmothers want to wear. The owner of this bag should walk around with a soundtrack to match every strep they take. When dressing, include leather – perhaps a jacket. Include globs of accessories – in gold or silver. Include high heels – spiked to perfection. And lastly, and this is most important – include a double dose of swagger.