I’m always a fan of a colorful bag, and this “beet” Cole Haan tote fits the bill perfectly. (I would call this more of a satchel, but that’s me — I always think of totes as being something bigger!) It’s part of the winter clearance sale going on now at eBags, where almost everything is 20% off plus free shipping, bringing the price from $398 to $318.40. Nice! It’s also available in a more sedate black, as well as a brown. Vintage Valise Novelty Kendra E/W Tote

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Update on Tech Troubles, 4:41 PM ET: I’ve removed yet more code… who’s still getting the stack overflow pop-up? Sigh. Thanks, you guys.

C’mon, you know I can’t pass up a good purple pump — especially not one on sale. These highly-rated Stuart Weitzman shoes are super high (4.25″!!!) so these are not for the faint-hearted — but if you’re a fan of tall heels, these have your name all over them. They were $298, but are now marked from $160-$195 at Zappos.Stuart Weitzman – Dolly (Plum Quasar Patent)

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I like these small, delicate filigree earrings from Kohl’s — and I think they look a lot richer than $30.  These 24K gold-over-sterling-silver earrings look pretty yet serious, comfortable, and classic. They were $70, but are now marked to $31.50. 24k Gold-Over-Silver Filigree Hoop Earrings

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Today’s item is definitely a splurge — but for anyone out there looking for it: hello, Bottega Veneta. I’ve been drooling over this stitched hobo for a few weeks now — love that grained leather look, and something about the short braided strap (it’s 6″) really appeals to me. It’s (gulp) $3,680 at Barney’s New York. Bottega Veneta Stitched Hobo

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Linea Pelle has some great sales going on, and I like this intelligent little doohicky: a lighted key fob for your purse. Love the red, love the leather, love the fact that it not only holds your keys but serves as a flashlight to help you dig around in your bag to find whatever it is you need. It was $45, now $27 (available in red and a purple “concorde”). Purse Light Key Fob Red

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While this handbag is littler than I’d like, it’s lovely — ladylike and feminine without, I think, crossing the line.  I’m a fan of the black-on-black version, but I’ve pictured the equally cute black-on-taupe version as well.  (There is a hot pink-on-hot pink version, for the Elle Woods-types among us.)  It’s now $297 (was $425) at KateSpade.com. Bow Valley Rosa

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There are lots of Cleo B shoes on sale at ASOS — and while I’ve never heard of the brand before, they look like they all have a slightly interesting and inventive take on your normal conservative pumps and slingbacks.  Take the heel of the purple suede wedge, for example – I like the artistic curves and the cracked black leather trim.  It was $501.34 at ASOS, but is now marked to $241.72.  (Alas: limited sizes only.) Cleo B Jamila Suede Wedge Shoe

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Love this light blue lizard print card holder from Reiss. I like the different compartments, too — that way you can keep the business cards you collect separate from your own ones for handing out. It’s $55 at Reiss. Joelle Card Holder

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I have long been a fan of Botkier bags, and own three myself — the bags all have super soft leather, smart details (pockets, feet, keychains, etc) and an ever so slight rocker vibe to them. I’m digging this hobo on clearance at eBags. The bag seems the right size to be a “big” hold everything hobo (without looking like it’s giving you back pain), and I like the belted detail across it. It’s available in forest green (pictured) and ash, both originally $545 but both marked to $176. Botkier Apollo Hobo

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Endless has a number of Cole Haan Air ballet flats marked down, including this brownish “greige” color. I like the lace-up details, as well as the mixture of patent and suede — I’d wear them with neutrals (brown, gray, beige, black, navy) as well as with some of the brighter “pops” of colors we’re seeing this season, such as royal blue or fuschia pants (if I were daring enough to wear them to the office in the first place!). The shoes were $147.50, but are now marked to $97.85. Cole Haan Air Tali Ballet Flat

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