A Look At The Nominees For The 2014 Independent Handbag Designer Awards

Tika Kuchukhidze: Inspiration comes from Batik dyeing technique, which works well with soft material such as this all-denim bag. Aurora, Satchel, Denim with Leather Details, Rhinestones and Studs, $150 - - - Mary Lai: Inspiration is a bow made of leather, which is feminine yet modern. The high quality denim used is two different shades of washed denim that give the handbag depth by creating a stripe pattern. Bow Down, Crossbody & Clutch, Washed Denim & Vegan Leather, $198 - - - - - - Angela Brown: Inspiration for the handbag is based on versatility. This metallic denim design is classy and versatile, with a chain that is removable and turns into a chain belt. "Guess Denim" Shoulder Bag and Clutch, Metallic Denim, $129 - - - - - - - - - Ayana Evans: This handbag is inspired by the fun and youthful attitude that Guess embraces. The bag is perfect for the multifaceted Guess girl in the sense that it can be worn as a wristlet, shoulder bag, or fanny pack. Summer Day, Convertible Shoulder Bag/Clutch/Fanny Pack, Denim with Cotton Twill Lining and Silver Hardware, $126 - - - - - - - Pilar Tarrau: Handbag inspiration comes from the colorful and bold details of her native country sites of Latin America, while the jean material compliments the handbag's other fabrics, along with the gold studs which add a sense of sophistication. Denim Jean Drawstring Fringe Backpack Hardware, Studs and Diamonds in GOld, Double Top Handle in Jean, Gold Chain and Adjustable Shoulder and Backpack Strap with Zipper in Gold, $139