Banana Republic has really been pushing their Premium Handbag Collections, even going so far as having “The Daily Bag Grab,” a giveaway contest where you have three chances to try to match up purses. I have yet to win, which by the way, does anyone ever really win at these sorts of games or are they just always set up so no one can win? Hmm…

Anyway, it seems everyone has been talking about the Tangiers collection, and while I do enjoy those purses, I really like the Kempton collection, including the Printed Harness Tote, which measures 21.75″ l x 18″ h x 8″ d. Of course, with a name including “Harness”, it’s no surprise that the design is equestrian-inspired with metal ring details and hand-braided straps. But, I also think that with its color palette, graphic print and linen fabric, it also fits right in with the current crop of new spring handbags inspired by natural materials and textures. Priced at $198, it’s much more affordable than many of the spring handbags we’ve probably all been looking at lately.

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