Archive for June, 2006

Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: June 29, 2006, 2006

Designer Handbag Deal of the Day!
Kenneth Cole | New York ‘Lace Kelly’ Satchel | On Sale $133.90
I’m not much of a multitasker – I can’t even drink my coffee and walk at the same time, this became obvious today on my (almost) daily stroll down to Nordstrom’s. I picked up my usual double tall sugar-free nonfat vanilla latte from my favorite Seattle’s Best on Pike street and as I was walking up the hill I attempted to take a sip, completely missing my mouth and spilling a trail of coffee on my new Diane von Furstenberg Tunic (just got in the mail) and Joe Jean Gauchos. Thank goodness for those Shout Wipes! I never used them before, and for some reason yesterday when I switched bags I grabbed a couple. I will never leave the house without.

So when I finally made it to Nordstrom’s I started off browsing the handbag department (of course), which is where I rediscovered the Kenneth Cole New York ‘Lace Kelly’ Satchel – (fyi Nordstrom Rack of Seattle has this bag for $79, the oversized clutch for $49 and the satchel for $99 – prices differ with area) a feminine framed leather satchel with decorative vertical lacing detailing topped off with a large flower. This Kenneth Cole bag is only available in black, blue ice, or espresso.

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Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: June 29, 2006, 2006
Coach | Signature Stripe Collection
We have a new collection from the designers over at Coach – the Coach Signature Stripe collection. You ask yourself what’s different about this collection besides the big leather stripe wrapped around the bag? That’s what I was thinking, along with how bored I was (initially) that the Coach designers didn’t design anything new that I haven’t seen from the house for the last few years. That is expected though since it is Coach and all. The house famous for the widely recognized double signature C’s. I think that everyone has at least one Coach Bag hiding in there closet if not more. I do.

Coach | Signature Stripe Reversible Tote | $268 – $398
Anyway, answering my question as to what makes this collection different from the previous – The bag pictured above is reversible! Yes that’s right. It’s the 2 in 1 new Coach Signature Stripe Reversible Tote. You can make your own mark on this new collection by adding up to three initials. Hmm, so if you get bored of the bag I don’t think it will be that easy to eBay off.

Coach | Signature Stripe Taffy | $128
So cute. This Tootsie Roll petite Coach bag is not reversible like the totes in this collection, but you can still personalized with your monogram initials.

Coach | Signature Scraf | $58 – $68
During the spring and summer season you must have a scarf. The last one I purchased was the Emilio Pucci Quadrifoglio silk twill scarf, best described as an art nouveau floral pattern meets mod coloring. If you don’t like the wild patterns of Emilio Pucci then take a glance a the scarves from this Collection. The one on the left is the adorable graphic Coach Handbag Scarf (27″ x 27″) and the other is the iconic Story Patch Neckercheif (22″ x 22″) the image of the patch that can be found in all authentic Coach Bags.

Coach | Signature Stripe Ipod Case | $68 – $88
Slip your piece of technology into something stylish like the Coach Signature case. The only time I ever use my nano is when go to the gym (rare) or to soak up the rays in the tanning bed and I admit I do not have a case yet for it. I don’t think I am that in love with this Signature Stripe case to dress up my little music maker in it. Call me simple, but I prefer the simple less eye-distracting ones, such as the sleek Kate Spade case that I have my big fat retro-ipod (retro because they keep coming out with new ones and now I feel like that one is old – purchased a little over a year ago) dressed in. Final note on the Coach Signature Strip Ipod Cases, monogramming is not available.

If are craving anything shown above then check out the new Coach Signature Stripe Collection at coach.com

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Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: June 28, 2006, 2006

Wednesday eBay Item of the Week!
eBay | Louis Vuitton Runway Multicolor Fringe
If Rainbow Bright had the chance to revamp the Louis Vuitton Speedy, this is what it would look like. Yesterdays purse post I said I didn’t like the dangling details on the Luella Lucca but on this Louis Vuitton Speedy I like.

About the Designer Bag: This auction is for one truly authentic Louis Vuitton Limited Runway Edition Multicolor Fringe Speedy Handbag in white. The bag is 100% brand new never used. Just look at the light leather handles (Louis Vuitton leather darkens with age).

About the Seller: Read this seller’s feedback and look at what they have sold in the past. A member of MyPoupette authentic Louis Vuitton reseller for over 3 years and have sold over 300 authentic brand new Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermes, Gucci, and Dior items on eBay the past few years. This seller is also a Platinum Powerseller with monthly sale average over $25000.

Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: June 27, 2006, 2006

Designer Handbag Deal of the Day!
Luella | Lucca Fringed Hobo | On Sale $995.25 | Discover The Sale!
If you love fringe then you may love the Luella Lucca Fringed Hobo. Personally I’m not that in love with the dangling details, or anything fringe for that matter. When I first saw this tasseled bag I got the image of those ugly leather fringe jackets (sorry if you own one). If I had this Luella Lucca or if someone purchased it as a gift for me, then I would have the urge to snip it off the tassels. Am I the only one here that dislikes the fringe? I think the bag would look just fine with out.

FYI this bag usually retails for $1,327 and can now be found on the clearance rack at net-a-porter for the discounted, but still highly priced $995.25.

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Date Added: June 26, 2006

Celebrities and Their Handbags
Celebrity | Liz Hurley | Versace Canyon
A little bit late to be posting Celebrity Picture of the Day for Monday but I couldn’t resist posting this snapshot of Liz Hurley. So here she is leaving the Cipriani restaurant. Kind of hard to see, but the bag she is carrying is the Versace Canyon medium suede croc bag. To be honest at first I wasn’t too fond of this evening bag, when I first discovered it on eluxury I thought it looked like a squashed purse, but after rediscovering it on gorgeous Liz Hurley I have fallen for it.

If you adore this Versace Canyon then I have fantastic news, this collection is marked down in the clearance section of eluxury!

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Date Added: June 22, 2006, 2006
Designer Handbag Deal of the Day!
Emilio Pucci | Terry Beach Hobo | On Sale $399 | Discover The Sale!
If you haven’t had a chance yet to check out the huge designer super-sale going on over at eluxury, then you are seriously missing out. They have not only designer handbags, but shoes, accessories, apparel and more from labels like Celine, Dior, Prada, Fendi, Etro, ect.

The instantly recognizable vibrant eye-catching fabric on the Emilio Pucci bags just burst with fabulous style. Pictured above is the Emilio Pucci’s Terry floral beach hobo, but that’s not the only one on sale, you must discover the sale, rather then me post all dozen of them. The interior of this Pucci Floral Tote is a made of a removable white vinyl fabric, which is very convenient for a beach tote – if it ever gets dirty then toss in the wash. Measuring in at 18.5″ length x 12.5″ height x 8″ (at base) width, with snaps underneath to expand or contract the bag’s size, this super roomy bag will work magnificently for toting around just about anything you want.

This newly marked down bag can be spotted at eluxury.

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Date Added: June 20, 2006
Celine Clandestine bag
Did you know that the Celine emblem was created in 1971 by Mme. Vipiana, and was inspired by the chain design around the Arc de Triomphe a classic Parisian symbol. I just read that off the Celine site – you learn something everyday.

The bag of the day that instantly caught my eye is this Celine Clandestine bag in Pale Pink. This bag isn’t new to hit the store shelves, it debut not to long ago, but for some unknown reason I thought I already blogged about this Celine bag, but while browsing through my achieve it became apparent that I haven’t. So overdue, yes I know. Measuring in at 13.25″ x 10.5″ x 5″ this roomy chic bag will fit all the essentials for the day. The highlights of this bag are the easy accessible large exterior front pocket with logo blazon magnetic snap, small vertical zip pocket, feet to prevent scuffing, and topped off with the kiss-lock closure on this classic framed bag.

Heather Marks | Celine Clandestine bag
If you want to stroll down the street with this Celine Clandestine bag on your arm like Heather Marks, then discover it via eluxury.

Jessica Stam | Celine Clandestine bag
update: You are totally right liz_w . . i was spacing that day. Here is Jessica Stam with Celine Clandestine

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Date Added: June 20, 2006, 2006

Designer Handbag Deal of the Day!
Dolce & Gabbana | Raffia Shoulder Bag | On Sale $977 | Discover The Sale!
I don’t know about you, but I remember when this Dolce & Gabbana Raffia collection came out last season – I was in love. The combination of brown faux raffia with white leather trim is what drew me in. If you share my love for this bag then I have fantastic news for all you Dolce & Gabbana fans – this designer bag is on sale! If you are browsing for a D&G bag but want to spend around that same price for a bigger bag then check out the larger textured deep dark blue with white leather raffia tote which is also still available, and yes the stunning bag is also on sale.

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Date Added: June 19, 2006, 2006

Celebrities and Their Handbags
Celebrity | Lindsay Lohan | Fendi B. Bag
I realized that I haven’t posted any celebrity pics of Lindsey Lohan with one of her stylish designer handbags in a while, so here she is with the fabulous B. Fendi soft leather satchel with the matching B. Fendi Buckle – I love it!

I personally love the Fendi B. Bag much more then the Fendi Spy. They are both lovely ‘it’ bags, but it’s just something about the oversized buckle that I adore. If you are dying to have Lindsay Lohan’s bag then check it out via eluxury. Well it’s not exactly her bag, but it is the same Fendi B. bag

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