After a much-needed sabbatical from designer handbags, I wasn't sure if I wanted to Continue focusing my time on them. Truth be told, some of the comments and e-mails I received earlier in the year were very personal and insulting. I have pretty tough skin, but devoting the time it takes to research and write for this blog (time I'm spending away from my family for little or no compensation) seemed to go by unappreciated except for a few loyal readers who kept me going. I'm not asking for praise or acceptance, but courtesy. If you don't like what you're reading here, simply move on. There are PLENTY of handbag blogs on the web. There's no need to hang around reading mine if my opinions are "worthless". I plan to continue sharing my "worthless" opinions and I'll begin with this fabulous Metallic See by Chloé Day Tripper.

Coming in at just over the all important $500 mark, this sporty handbag receives a touch of urban chic with the addition of gold and silver flecks over the entire black leather exterior. It has the usual Day Tripper front zippered pockets and detachable shoulder strap. It's still a fun and relatively affordable day bag, but now it's cool enough to use at night.

It's good to see this moderately-priced line continues to evolve, even if it is at a relatively slow pace. The metallic See by Chloé Day Tripper is another step in the right direction.

Available for $520 via Net-A-Porter