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Armed with spiked minaudières, fringed heels, and studded bracelets, none of the Met Gala's punk fashion was complete without the supporting details. Our favourite celebs and fashion fixtures fully embraced the night's theme with a nod to the subversive, the edgy, and the truly outrageous. Some committed more than others (Madonna, we're looking at you), but in every case the accessories deserve a closer look. Click through for the best bags, baubles, and heels to hit the red carpet last night.

— Additional reporting by Jennifer Michalski

Nope, that headline is not a typo — and we're not tossing the term "designer" around lightly, either. Lately, a slew of our all-time favourite labels (Proenza Schouler, Balenciaga, Kenzo, et al) have been all over versatile pouches — purses, if you like — that we can't get enough of. Rarely coming in at over 20cm in length, these petite beauties are hard workers: use it as an everyday purse, a slim-line evening clutch, a cosmetics case, you name it, it'll work. There's never been an easier way to add a bit of designer luxe to your life. Your only problem will be stopping at one! See (and shop) our top 15 picks right now.

Alexander Wang kicked things off when he released his super-chic, pared-back Prisma tote. Sporting nothing more than little metal corners holding four panels of quality leather together, the tote bag was a lesson in how to do understated accessories with style. Last week, Ginger & Smart put minimalism back on the map, with their MBFWA models toting simple, structured, almost masculine clutches and shoulder bags as they hit the runway. After a few seasons of printed, quirky, misshapen styles, these clean, monochromatic bags are like a breath of fresh air. See our top 10 picks here!

When you think of the word "tribal", chances are, you think of chunky brown and orange beads, circa 2002. But scratch that — tribal is back, and it's bigger, better, bolder, brighter and more beautiful than ever. We've done away with African tribal, and we're welcoming the updated, more worldly version — think ikat, aztec and Mexican-inspired prints, neon brights and tonnes of embellishments and you're on the right track. Far from being tacky, these pieces are all you need to pick up your wintery style, and who better to lead the way than style icon Caroline Issa? When you see her line for Kate Middleton-favourtie L.K. Bennett, you'll see what we mean when we say that the new tribal is about to go global. Shop our top 10 picks now!

When big-name labels like Stella McCartney, Lanvin and Proenza Schouler are leading the way, you know you can't really go wrong with this big trend. And we're talking big — big shine, big statement, big impact. Yep, iridescent colour ain't for the faint of heart. After being deemed one of the biggest trends on the catwalk at the Spring 2013 shows late last year, we swooned when we saw the oyster shell-effect skirt Raf Simons created for the Christian Dior lineup, and model-of-the-moment Cara Delevingne worked a maxed-out metallic Burberry dress in reflective green. Not keen on all-over shine? Worry not, for we have found 10 of the best-looking ways to add a smaller touch of metal to your main look. Shoes, bags, earrings, the lot — the world is your oyster.

It's not often that we get an It bag that rings in under $200. But with its classic, bookish silhouette, the Cambridge Satchel quickly became the bag to have after gaining popularity with the street-style crowd and cool girls like Alexa Chung. Since the label launched in 2007, it has continued to deliver the same iconic style finished in a wash of rainbow hues. For Spring '13, those colours are a range of pretty pastels, or what founder Julie Deane calls a "Chelsea Flower Show makeover." The four fresh hues are named after flowers you'd find strolling the British gardens in Spring and Summer — namely Crocus, Honeysuckle, Lavender, and Sweet Pea — giving each bag not just a covetable Spring pop, but also a bit of quintessentially British heritage. And, if you're looking for a shade maybe a tad more brilliant, the company has just released two very on-trend emerald and sapphire bags for Autumn. Click through to see every new colour, and then click over to The Cambridge Satchel Company to shop your favourite style (and take advantage of free worldwide shipping in March!).

As the weather starts to take a turn for the worse (or better, depending on your seasonal preference), our minds are starting to think about all things warm and cozy. We've been inspired this past month by Fashion Weeks all over the world — whether it's miliary-inspired colour schemes at Prabal Gurung in New York or slick navy looks stemming from Lanvin in Paris, it's clear that covering up has never looked so good — and we're getting right amongst it. As for accessories? Marisa has found her perfect weekend bag and Jess is branching out with her colour scheme. Keep clicking to see the top ten items at the top of our new season shopping lists, and happy shopping!

Chanel Autumn/Winter 2013 was all about celebrating the brand's global reach. With the strains of "Around the World" pumping through the Grand Palais, Karl Lagerfeld sent models swirling around a gigantic light-up globe with interlocking CC logo flags dropped in to the brand's boutiques around the world. Chanel's iconic tweeds turned up in boxy jackets with rounded shoulders over matching miniskirts, while the famous quilted bag got an update with an open-ended handle. Night-time came in layers of sheer black over chain-laden boots and globe-shaped minaudières. From the folders filled with photos of the collection by Lagerfeld himself to the enormity of the set, there was a precision and an attention to detail that one can only expect of a house like Chanel. If this is Karl's world, then we want to live in it. Click through to see the full Chanel 2013 collection.

It's not just the gowns that get celebs noticed on Oscars night. Miranda Kerr upped the glam factor with megawatt diamond drop earrings, Anne Hathaway blossomed in a sparkling floral Tiffany & Co. choker, Jennifer Aniston added dazzle with Fred Leighton jewels and a mirrored clutch, while Jennifer Lawrence started a new trend by wearing her Chopard necklace backwards. Join us as we take a closer look at all the high-wattage jewels, bags, and one-of-a-kind accessories donned by Hollywood royalty at this year's Oscars.