Kate Spade's "Beantown" Quinn bag is an homage to the classic collegiate staple: the peacoat

Originally coined "Beantown" after the colonists' fondness for baked beans, Boston today brings to mind grassy quadrangles and ivy-clad campuses. Constructed in soft wool and flanked by double rows of leather-bound buttons, the sporty shades are offset by embossed and tumbled cowhide trim. The tote is finished with bold noel jacquard lining and has an open top. It is made from wool felt with tumbled cowhide trim and 14-karat light gold plated hardware. It has a custom woven noel jacquard lining and comes in poppy in navy, navy in red and emerald in kelly green ($295.00 at Kate Spade)