New 'Bookish' Collection from Kate Spade

I'm as far from a label whore as you could possibly imagine. For one thing, I can't afford to be one. (Library school ain't cheap!) Even if I had the money, I would have a hard time justifying paying more than X amount of dollars for a given item.

Library Illustration Scarf ($128)
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Having said that, there is a Kate Spade New York boutique that's near my job and sometimes, when returning from lunch, I make it a point to stroll by it - just to ogle the many cute handbags on display in the window. I admit the company sells wonderful-looking items, and its latest collection is no exception.

Required Reading Bon Shopper ($228)
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This newest collection was "inspired by our love of classic academia and all things bookish," according to the home page of Kate Spade New York. The collection features a number of accessories - scarves, handbags, jewelry, and the like - that would make any bibliophile, librarian, or library school student draw up a wishlist.

The Portrait of a Lady Book Clutch ($328)
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Scrolling through the collection, I see many items that would appeal to those with a literary mind and sharp fashion sense. I find the clutches in the form of book covers to be quite clever, but my favorite is the Required Reading Bon Shopper bag, covered with the print of a classic card catalog. A very close second is the Library Card Resin iPhone 5 Case (although I don't have an iPhone).

Library Card Resin iPhone 5 Case ($40)
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If you've already begun Christmas shopping and are wondering what to give the book lover on your list, then look no further than Kate Spade New York's new "bookish" collection. It's a good place to start!