It's such a dilemma: You want to acquire several new designer handbags, but in the current economic climate, will it be seen as tacky, insensitive wealth flaunting? As marketing strategist James Chung tells Forbes: "We're way beyond the days of conspicuous consumption," which means it's more essential than ever to know the brands to buy so it doesn't seem like you're showing off.

• Great news for those who don't want to leave the island: On September 11th, Target will open four pop-up stores, or "bullseye bodegas," in Midtown, Union Square, SoHo and the East Village; the stores will showcase forthcoming Go ranges like Sigerson Morrison shoes and Anya Hindmarch purses. [DNR via The Cut]