Must Have Luxury Bags 2011

It is every woman’s dream to have at least one of the “It” luxury bags. The most influential celebrity stylist and famous person in the industry revealed the must have luxury bags for the year 2011.

Alma Nomade Satchel by Louis Vuitton

"The color of this Louis Vuitton bag is absolute perfection--the more the leather gets worn in, the better it looks!” said InStyle contributing stylist Brad Goreski, who works with Jessica Alba and Liya Kebede. “And the shape of this bag is classic with a modern feel."

Fringe Tote by Bottega Veneta

"I love the unexpected fringe detail along the edges,” Brad Goreski said. “This bag is definitely something that you’ll enjoy season after season."

Happy Shoulder Bag by Lanvin

Stylist Elizabeth Stewart, who works with Cate Blanchett and Michelle Williams, loves this Lanvin accessory. "Lanvin’s Happy bag is the antidote to oversize shoulder bags. It's charming with just the right amount of quirky detail."

Black Orchid by Marc Jacobs

"I Iove the clean, sharp lines of this bag--it looks smart and chic and can really bring a look together,” said Elizabeth Stewart.

Leather Tote by Jil Sander

"This sunny yellow tote is made for jazzing up jeans and a T-shirt!" Emily Current and Meritt Elliott told us. “The slouchy styling makes it relaxed and easy.” The Current/Elliot team currently designs a denim line and works with celebrities like Emma Roberts and Mandy Moore.

Striped Cross-Body Bag by Proenza Schouler

"We remember seeing this stunner going down the runway and gasping,” Emily Current and Meritt Elliott said. "It's a statement bag with charm and personality! We also love the function of cross-body bags--they leave your hands free for shopping!"

Bicolor Paper Flap A3 Tote by Balenciaga

Nicole Chavez styles stars like Rachel Bilson and Scarlett Johansson, and this is one of her picks. Why? "Let's be honest: Most of our wardrobes consist of a lot of neutrals and a lot of denim, so this pink Balenciaga will enhance every outfit you own,” Chavez told us. “Embrace the color and this can be your go-to, all-season bag.”

Zip-Around Shoulder Bag by Celine

"This is a classic bag that reads modern and sophisticated—it will never go out of style," Nicole Chavez explained.

Two-Tone Shoulder Bag by Victoria Beckham

"I love this Victoria Beckham bag--it just feels like a smart woman's bag,” said Ilaria Urbinati, an in-demand stylist who works with Camilla Belle and Ashley Greene. “And the two-tone means you can wear it with brown or black.”

Nude Studded Tote by Valentino

"This bag just looks so rich,” explained Ilaria Urbinati. “Literally, like you come from old money but you're the black sheep with your studded strap--like a punky Birkin."