Gift giving is something that most women find both exciting and challenging. Being able to think of something that would melt the heart of the receiver, be it your mother, sister or best friend brings much excitement but the actual searching for that perfect gift can at times be challenging. So what are the common gift options that women go for? Save for food and pastries, women usually pick stylish clothes, elegant jewelries and fashionable shoes. But let us not forget another item that can be both useful and fashionable at the same time - the designer handbag or celebrity handbag.

Choosing designer bags can sometimes be a headache considering the fact that there are many different designer brands that are offering them in different shapes, colors, sizes and styles that are simply hard to resist. And there are also the more affordable replicas and other bags that are being sold online as cheaper alternatives. But whatever it is you are going for, here are some handbag options you might want to consider as perfect handbag gift options.

CC

Starting off our list is the Classic Flap Bag with gold chain courtesy of CC. With a classy black and gold contrast, quilted leather and a clasp that is brilliantly tucked in between the CC logo that everyone knows of, this handbag has become one of the most coveted celebrity handbags in the fashion world.

Another stunner from CC is their Quilted Leather Tote with small flap. This one features a sophisticated linked golden chain, handles made of rounded cowhide and the ever popular "CC" charms. Truly a handbag that will go down as one of the all-time classics.

Gucci

How could Gucci be left out especially if they have their Soho Hobo bag? Being one of the finest celebrity handbags out there,Leather Blets, this particular design sports a vibrant red color and a distinct shape that bears an interlocking "G" symbol to cap off an elegant designer bag that will surely be the envy of many.

Marc Jacobs

But if you are looking for something with a different kind of appeal then the Crossbody Pouchette by Marc Jacobs would be an excellent choice. What makes this bag one of the more coveted ones is the alphabet soup-type interior it has, along with an off-white leather with a touch of dark trims.

Prada

And last but definitely not least, the tote bags of Prada are choices that will you will go wrong with. How could any woman say no to these precious beauties that sport a versatile shoulder strap, top handles, two front zippers and an elegant contour that will leave any woman breathless.

But aside from what we have shared here, there are hundreds of different celebrity handbags that you can choose from, be it online or in the stores. It will still boil down to your personal taste and preference in fashion. Just follow your heart and visualize if you yourself will carry the bags that you are planning to purchase as a gift. And if the answer is yes, then by all means go for them. About the Author

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