Thinking about what to buy for spring? How about some snakeskin crossbody purses? After reviewing several snakeskin crossbody styles, we have narrowed our selection to these 3 noteworthy designer creations – all finely made, and all finished in premium quality snake embossed leather.

Francesco Biasia Dauphine

Francesco Biasia Dauphine, US$462

The Dauphine Bag from Francesco Biasia is just the thing to have if you’re in the market for a sophisticated convertible handbag. Its snake embossed leather offers a luxurious appeal while the framed silhouette of the bag makes it the ideal purse to carry for dressier or more formal gatherings.

MICHAEL by Michael Kors Gansvoort Large Satchel Python

MICHAEL by Michael Kors Gansvoort  Large Satchel Python, US$498

Want to travel in style and splendor? Then the Gansvoort Large Satchel Python from MICHAEL by Michael Kors is just the bag for you. The size of this well made convertible purse is right enough for traveling, for an overnight, or simply for work. And with its detachable crossbody strap, hanging out with this python buddy would be quite a pleasure.

Botkier Brooklyn Snake Crossbody Hobo

Botkier Brooklyn Snake Crossbody Hobo, US$395

For the boho chic who wants a piece of the python, the Botkier Brooklyn Snake Crossbody Hobo is here to serve your whims. Beautifully made and styled with flair, this bag features a snake embossed finish detailed with grommets and leather lacing that doubles as fringe. The Botkier Brooklyn Snake Crossbody Hobo is simply perfect for the hippie in you.

As fashionistas already know, off-duty model style is as fascinating to follow as on-catwalk fashions. As models are the first to wear and showcase designer stuff, it’s interesting to see how that constant exposure to arts and fashion influences their way of mixing and matching pieces on and off the runway.

Take Bar Rafaeli for example, who is best known for her modelling work on Sports Illustrated and as Leo DiCaprio’s arm candy:

Bar Rafaeli battles the wind in Paris, France

Bar Rafaeli strolling in Paris

She was spotted shopping in Jimmy Choo in Paris last week. She wore this blazer + shorts + tights + combat boots outfit on that very windy Parisian day.

Models are supposed to get away with wearing anything (or nothing) right? But Bar disproves that here and makes us question that denim shorts combo. Rolled-up cuffed denim shorts at that. Are her upper body and feet the only parts of her that get cold? Everyone else in the pictures (including her bodyguard) is in double coats and even parkas, so those semi-sheer stockings she chose to wear with shorts must’ve not been very warm at all.

Her leopard print scarf and her crossbody bag are nice though. They sort of help cover up some parts of her lower body.

ID-ing Bar’s bag is tough work, but here are some similar styles down to that fringe tassel. If you like Bar’s outfit from the waist up, then cop part of that look with these crossbody purses:

Roxy Kids Dress Up

Osgoode Marley Mini Tassel Bag

Fossil Sasha Mini

Botkier Tao Shoulder

Botkier released its first collection back in 2003, but the brand has immediately sky rocketed to fame with a cult following that covers top Hollywood celebrities. This is clearly evidenced by the numerous pictures posted online showing celebrities sporting a Botkier bag.

Case in point, here’s one celebrity who loves wearing Botkier:

Michelle Trachtenberg in Botkier Uma

Michelle Trachtenberg in Botkier Michelle

If you ask me, I would say the reason behind the patriotism for Botkier is quite simple: Botkier offers casual chic and fashion forward looking bags that fill all, if not, most of the practical requirements a busy woman looks for in an everyday bag.

Front View of the Botkier Noa East/West Satchel

The latest to hit the shelves this season is the Botkier Noa East/West Satchel from the designer’s Holiday/Resort Collection (shown above).

A frontal view of the Noa East/West Satchel tells you of a basic satchel made with luxurious leather, characterized by clean lines and quality workmanship.

However, what impresses me is the view from the side, as it shows you that this piece offers something more than the usual. The unique gathered effect done by folding/pleating the sides inward adds a distinct flair to the bag, proving once again why Botkier bags are such a hit among celebrities.

Side  view of the Botkier Noa East/West Satchel

The Noa East/West Satchel can be worn as a crossbody bag with the adjustable third (3^rd) strap, or as a tote using the two (2) top handles. Available in Black and Natural, you can purchase the Botkier Noa East/West Satchel at Zappos.com