In fashion, it’s the little things that mean a lot; the stars might tote a Birkin, but we have Chinese Laundry, Latico and Melie Bianco! You know, a purse is essentially a pouch, and they’ve been used by man (and woman, of course) for as long as human memory has been recorded. Long ago, wedding purses were a traditional gift from groom to bride; elaborately embroidered with an illustration of a love story.  Ahhh  . . . so romantic!  Today a woman’s handbag holds the things she needs for the day, but also her personal beauty factory.  But the most important thing about today’s handbags is—are  other women looking and are they jealous!