If you're yearning for new fall bag, one that will instantly update your look, consider the top handle bag. Retro in appearance, ladylike in spirit, these compact bags often come with a longer strap, so you can sling it around your shoulder, or wear it cross-body messenger-style, freeing up your hands to do stuff (always a plus)! My new crop of favorites come from , (above), , , ,, , , and .