I’m usually a black and white kind of gal. Most of my wardrobe and practically everything I own is black and white. Black and white exudes elegance to me and I think the two colors compliment each other well. However, I’ve noticed that I’ve been liking a lot of light colors lately especially light pink, beige and cream. All of those colors go amazing with black or white so I guess it’s safe to say that I’m adding some color into my life.
It’s yellow and slightly mellow! Diane von Furstenberg always carries out neat pieces that make fashionable and perfect casual wear. One of the latest arrivals to the Furstenberg collection is the Printed Kaya Tote, a nicely sized and patterned tote bag that arrives beach or poolside ready.
When I was in school, I was one of those women that hated carrying around a bulky book bag and I always dressed nice. You better believe it, heels were a must everyday. I remember walking from the library to my class one day and someone shouted out, “Hey Pantene girl, it’s college not a fashion show”. It was mean but I shrugged it off since the person saying this was wearing pajamas to school. Pajamas, really? I wouldn’t be caught dead arriving to college in pajamas but of course that’s just my opinion.
I always carried my books in my hand, in one of my designer bags or in a Sex and the City tote. Sometimes it got so heavy and everything never fit in one bag. When you have a lap top, books, notebooks, folders and other school essentials it’s not easy to fit it all in one bag so something was always carried in my hand. Now if I had the Anya Hindmarch “Homework” Tote it looks like everything would of fit with no problem!
I’m definitely one of the women that loves fashionable travel bags. I also really like when a carry on bag and suitcase match. Mine don’t but I sure would love it if they did. At the moment I currently have a Diane von Furstenberg carry on bag. I’ve had it for about 2 years now and it still looks pretty new despite being used a lot. The only reason I bought it was because I got an amazing deal on it. When you find a cute bag that was once over $300 for $70, you tend to jump at it especially when you desperately need a travel bag. Now that I’ve seen the Rebecca Minkoff “Wheelie” Travel Bag, I’m in love!
MuseTen has added a new designer to their selection. Enter Abaco Paris! I have never heard of this designer before, so naturally I assumed it was another emerging name in the handbag world. To my surprise though, Abaco Paris has been around for over 20 years. At the heart of this company lies a husband and wife team: Guy and Raquel Achache. He manages the company and she designs! They are passionate about what they do and take pride in the fact that their collection is 100% designed and produced in France.
Gorgeous mandarin red-orange suede! That is what caught my eye when I first saw the Christian Louboutin Loubis Angel Clutch. I think it was love at first sight. Really! But I have always been a little partial to suede handbags. They are just so luxurious looking!
Upon closer inspection, however, I began to realize there was more to love about this clutch than just the suede exterior. I absolutely love the embroidery! It reminds me of the ethnic patterned scarves and skirts that hang from the walls of my favorite boutique featuring a lot of free-trade items. The colors really pop against the background. Plus the loops and squiggles add an element of whimsey to this piece. I’m also liking the unusual shape. The upturned corners are certainly unexpected! And, although it looks a little bit out of place, what Christian Louboutin clutch would be complete without the stiletto clasp? Those little high heeled shoes are too cute for words!
Unique silhouettes and sharp leather edges is my impression of 3.1 Phillip Lim. The House presents extremely structured and refined accessories that may come off as undesirable to the classic-style Bagista. If you seek to get out of the comfort zone made up of roomy totes and elastic leather satchels, discover the framed and chic presentations of Philip Lim, such as the beautiful Pashli Satchel.
