‘Business casual’ is a term that sounds like an oxymoron. How can an outfit be both business-appropriate and casual? When you enter the world of work, you’ll start to hear people talk about wearing business casual attire. Whether you work in an office or are a stay-at-home mom, there’s guaranteed to be times when you’ll need to navigate the world of business casual outfits. At Koltov, our handbags are made with the modern woman in mind. Our timeless silhouettes are designed to take you from a day at the office to your school pick-up run. These classic bags offer functionality with stylish desi ..read more

We don’t know about you – but we’re feeling 2022. The new year brings with it the opportunity to reset our lives and start with a clean slate. 2020 and 2021 are years that most of us wouldn’t mind forgetting. With 2022 just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to try something new. Whether you’re prioritizing self-care or want to become more organized, January 1st is the best time to start. You can use your new year’s resolution as a chance to explore a new hobby, work towards a promotion at work, or help you find the right work/life balance. After treating yourself to a new bag, you’ll be ..read more

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “In 2020, 81.2 percent of employed mothers with children ages 6 to 17 worked full time, compared with 77.5 percent of mothers with children under age 6.” From 9-5 M-F she’s on a grind—setting an example and taking names. She’s dominating her industry with class, poise, and a ton of hard work.  If anyone deserves a little pick-me-up present this time of year, it’s her. Take a look at our list of best gifts for working moms; featuring office bags and office tote bags. Why Koltov? Because Koltov is everything a working mom is. She’s mastered ..read more

Sometimes it feels like the world wants smaller and smaller… thinner smartphones, thinner televisions, thinner laptops, shorter shirts, fun-sized candy bars, etc. The common phrase you hear is “less is always more.” But why shrink into ourselves when we could take up space?  Maybe instead of less is more… “bigger is always better.” Or what about, “go big or go home?” Every occasion calls for something different—I mean, let’s face it, lugging a giant bag around at a private dinner or black-tie event seems tedious and exhausting. But wow, wouldn’t a shopper bag come in handy for shopping? I ..read more

As the weather gets crisper, leaves change color and start to depart the branches of trees, and we start seeing pumpkin, well, everything, it’s time to look for fall fashion trends. Fall is, for many, one of the most exciting seasons in terms of style and dressing.  Each year, we have some autumn wardrobe mainstays, like chunky knit sweaters and comfy boots. But we also see some new fall fashion trends that can be very exciting to try out, style with accessories, and pair with our existing items. If you want to know more about fall fashion, here are some of the dos and don’ts for autumn c ..read more

Life’s little messes happen, but it’s always unfortunate when they affect your beloved possessions, like your clothing or your handbag. Cleaning handbags is not always a straightforward process, so educating yourself on the best methods for cleaning and washing your purse before you start is important.  Purses and handbags can be made of numerous different materials, meaning that what is right for one handbag is not always right for another. Cleaning women’s handbags can also vary depending on the affected area.  For instance, the process to clean the inside of a purse is differ ..read more

Whether you’re an hour long commuter, working close to home, or working from home, a good work bag is as essential as a good pair of comfortable and stylish work shoes. Work bags can be trickier to choose than other everyday handbags. For most working women, your handbag must carry all work must haves: laptops, notebooks, chargers, and job-specific equipment. Not everyone has the same work set up though. The work you do may not even involve the work “must haves”. Sometimes we need a work purse that can hold diapers, toys, wet wipes, snacks, a first aid kit and more.  In other cases, we ne ..read more

Anyone who loves a good designer bag or handcrafted leather goods knows that higher end style and high prices often coincide. However, many designer handbags can be extremely pricey and cost prohibitive for many people. Spending such a large chunk of one’s salary or savings may not always be possible for everyone. When you don’t feel comfortable buying such expensive accessories, it doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice style or quality. You also don’t need to travel the world, scouring markets and thrift stores and boutiques for the best steals and deals. There are alternatives to high pric ..read more

The average woman isn’t just one thing. She’s not just smart, or just stylish. So why opt for a handbag that is just one thing? A coho bag is a new concept in the women’s handbag space, but it fills a much-needed hole in the industry.  A coho bag combines both a crossbody bag and a hobo bag into one unique purse that can meet the needs of even more women across the country.  Koltov is leading the way in designing and marketing coho bags. This fairly new type of bag is sure to be sweeping the pages of magazines and the sidewalks of high-fashion cities soon, so here’s what you should k ..read more

A woman is often encountered by tons of different options when it comes to selecting a handbag. This is great in theory, as it means that there is bound to be a handbag for each unique woman and her personal style and lifestyle. However, with so many options, it may be difficult for a woman to find just one handbag that will go with everything in her wardrobe and will be useful in every season and on every occasion.  Those women who are more minimal with their collection of handbags may be out of luck, then, when shopping. But, if women who are looking for a “one and done” handbag read up ..read more