I think I seriously need some help. I’ve been trying to ID the bag Halle Berry toted to the beach last Memorial Day (May 30) and my efforts have lead me to dead end results.

Here are pictures of Halle with the mystery bag I am talking about:

Halle Berry, Memorial Day (May 30, 2010)

I am taking a wild guess that it’s a Fendi, only because the embossed detailing at the top of the bag makes it look like so. Other than that, I am totally clueless.

The bag is beautiful, that much I can say. The woven detailing at the center combined with the embossed feature makes it a unique looking piece. If you can ID the bag for me, it would be a very big help.

My effort to find a look-alike for less gave me nothing as well. But these fresh woven pieces  from Zappos and Overstock are just as beautiful:

Top: Steve Madden BHypno Large Tote, US$109; Maxx New York Allie Beach Tote, US$57

Bottom: Rampage Verona Drawstring Bag, US$65; DKNY Woven Large Shopper, US$429

Update on Halle’s Bucket Bag:

Ok, so after some further research I was able to ID the bag. It’s the Cleobella Kaya Bucket Bag. Retail price is US$528 and it will be available at Shopbop.com this coming June 30th!

Looks like Rachel Bilson has a new favorite purse – the 2010 Spring Woven Chanel Tote. She has been spotted sporting this country looking piece for the past few days. Check out these photos:

Rachel Bilson (April 1st)

Rachel Bilson (March 31st)

Rachel Bilson (Mar 30th)

(all photos care of Just Jared)

This girl sure loves Chanel; quite an expensive taste, if I may say. We saw her using a Chanel 2.55 Flap Bag last month (click here to read article), now she’s toting the brand’s latest spring purse.

Woven Chanel Tote (Spring 2010)

(photo taken from Chanel.com)

The new woven Chanel tote isn’t in any way super extra-ordinary looking, but it does have some whimsical and dainty appeal to it. Plus, wearing it does fit the season. The material is actually made of fabric, though it appears to be made of straw from afar. What identifies the piece as Chanel are the tweed flower appliqués, the Chanel pendant, and the leather interlaced chain strap.

Knowing how Chanel bags can be ridiculously expensive (always over a US$1000++), looking for a more affordable option is always the alternative. Here are several quality woven designer pieces that will give you the same look without the hefty price tag:

Cole Haan Halsley Straw Tote, US$198

Francesco Biasia Claire Hobo, US$148

MICHAEL Michael Kors Braided Gromet Straw Large Shoulder, US$328