The handbag of choice for models and celebrities across the world is DKNY. This is not surprising given its esteemed reputation for style and the premier position that this brand name has in the industry. Of all the designer handbags available on the market, DKNY is one designer name which people associate strongly with class, style and wealth.

DKNY handbags are recognized by most as elegance, style and sophistication personified and these handbags have always proved to be a major must have item, but a very often prohibitive price tag has always made them a 'wish had', rather than a 'can have' accessory to the everyday consumer.

Despite this, it is possible to find a fantastic deal on your next DKNY handbag purchase. As online shopping continues to expand across the world and as more retail outlets selling designer products continue to be open, great bargains can be found if you are willing to do a little research.

The founder of DKNY is Donna Karan and the brands name is an acronym for "Donna Karan New York". A native to New York, Karan was born in 1948. She dropped out of school early, realizing that traditional education was not for her. After four years working in a clothing store, she joined the famous Parsons School of Design.

Karan was apprenticed by the world famous fashion designer Anna Klein. After working with Klein, Karan left to launch her own collection of designs. With the success of this launch, she started DKNY in 1988. It did not take long for the company to become celebrated for its fashion design.

The wonderful handbags she produces are as luxurious today as they were when they first made an appearance all those years ago. They are one of the most desirable and dependable collection of handbags on the market today, with an amazing variety to chose from including The D which retails near the $1000 mark, DKNY Buckle Hobo which starts at $170 and the DKNY Antique Calf with Ruching Hobo which can be found at around $230.