Archive for November, 2006

Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: November 30, 2006

Happy Holidays! Time to bring out those cards and start shopping for gifts. I know, this time of the season you are counting up how many people are on your gift list and figuring out the ideal amount so you don’t break your account(s). So far on my list I have about 32 close friends and family members I need to gift-hunt for, so I have been doing lots and lots of deal hunting online and lookie what I discovered, some super deals under $100.

Starting from the top left, in order going clockwise, this is what you can get your hands on for under a $100. . .

* Marc by Marc Jacobs Jessie’s Jazz Small Credit Card Holder – A small metallic 4-slot wallet, available in the colors Gold (above) and Black. This little gem retails for, yes under a hundred, only $98
Current Promo: For a limited time, receive Free Ground Shipping on your order. Enter promotion code GOLD at checkout. Offer valid through December 14th at 11:59 PM PST.

* Coach Signature Duffle Wristlet – For those of you who didn’t know, Coach handbags and accessories are now sold online at Macys.com, which is where I ran across this multifunctional duffle styled pouch. Hook it inside a bigger bag as a makeup case / change purse or ditch the big bag and easily convert it into a wristlet. This 2-1 bag retails for $88.

* Fendi Brown Zucchino Change Purse – Re-discovered and this time on sale for 50% off retail. Measuring in at 4″ width x 2.5″ height x 1.5″ depth this teeny Fendi Brown Zucchino change purse with gold-tone hardware can be spotted via amazon for $97.
Current Promo: For a limited time, receive Free Ground Shipping on your order. Offer valid through December 15th at 11:59 PM PST.

* Juicy Couture Small Round Travel Jewelry – Cute and functional, the “Juicy Bling” Juicy Couture travel case is the ideal gift for the fashionista on your list that travels in style – toss your bling in your “Juicy Bling” case. Designed out of the signature Velour with embroidery detailing with a zip around faux-diamond ring pull that opens to reveal drawstring pouch compartment and two small flap pockets on the lid. Price, only $55!
Current Promo: For a limited time, receive Free Ground Shipping on your order. Enter promotion code GOLD at checkout. Offer valid through December 14th at 11:59 PM PST.

* Melie Bianco Satchel with Patent Trim – Melie Biance handbags are known for their designer-inspired designs only made of super-soft faux synthetic (fake) leather. The bag pictured above also comes with a detachable plastic tangerine chain link strap that looks quite similar to that of what was used on the Louis Vuitton Leopard Stephen handbag. The price of this bag lands on the $60 mark.
Current Promo: Receive Free Ground Shipping on your order. Offer valid through December 19th at 11:59 PM PST.

* Betseyville Handbags Back to School Weekender – The Betseyville patchwork denim east/west weekender style shoulder bag is currently on sale for $73, but in a couple days the sale will be over and the price will jump back up to $154.
Current Promo: Receive Free Ground Shipping on your order. Offer valid through December 19th at 11:59 PM PST.

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Bag Bliss the bag blog
Date Added: November 30, 2006

Online Deals and Promo’s
Holiday shoppers, check the road conditions and be safe out there driving! I almost died. Okay maybe I am being a little bit dramatic, but it was a scary moment in my life. A couple days ago I went to my parents house for another turkey feast (I don’t eat turkey), the meal was delicious. On the way home to Seattle we got hit with a snowstorm. It was crazy! It never and I mean never snows in Seattle. While driving on the highway I pulled over to the side of the road (which is a Big-Big No-No) to have mini panic attack and got stuck in 6″ of snow. Then I called the towing company only to have them say there was nothing they can do because it’s “too dangerous” for them to be out with their trucks. Uhg, then I called my dad and he came to the rescue to push me out (thanks dad). So then there I was, in my rear-wheel drive car (not a car to be driving in the snow) trying to drive in 3″ of snow mixed with slush. It was awful, I was the only one swerving all over the road and I was only going 10 mph. So now I am terrified to drive anywhere during this holiday season and I think I will do most of my shopping online this time around, and of course I will be taking advantage of those online deals and promo’s

Additional News: If you sent me an email yesterday then please recent it to me. Story short, I broke yet again another laptop and unfortunately at the time my Outlook Box was open. Which means all of my emails up until the point of destruction are stuck on that computer. Don’t worry, I have another laptop at my disposal so I should be back on track.

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Date Added: November 29, 2006

Extravagant Designer Handbag Sale
Do not press that “Check Out” button! Well just not yet that is. Neiman Marcus has all of you online Holiday shoppers in mind – they are having an enormous Premium Designer Handbag sale. < The sale is not limited to handbags but includes clothing and shoes as well.> Most of their bags can be found on other department store sites still carrying the full retail price. So go enjoy some sweet savings!

There are way too many hot bags to list, so here is a little sample of the deals. Starting from the top left, in order going clockwise. . .

* Yves Saint Laurent Maia Bag – On sale for $1,397! You can find it at Saks for the full retail. This bag is stunning! Definitely on my xmas list (no hints or anything). Right now it’s only available in Chocolate.

* Miu Miu Jacquard Twiggy Tote – The price is marked down to $697! It’s only left in the colors ivory (parchment leather trim) / brown (jacquard).

* Marc Jacobs Striping Trish Handbag – On sale for $945! Still retailing for the full $1,350 via eluxury. Update: Get it while it’s hot! The Black / Grey version is sold out. Only the Chili red is in stock.

* Alexander McQueen Woven Novak Satchel – The Novak is on sale! Marked down to $1,022. I wish it was available in other colors, only the Cognac is on the chopping block.

* Fendi Buckled Shoulder Bag – Marked down to $1,302! Everywhere else this bag retails for full price.

* Jimmy Choo Glitter Karung Clutch – Pretty-pretty little exotic karung lizard leather evening bag, discounted down to $627.

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Date Added: November 28, 2006

Purse Deal: Stella McCartney Crystal Evening Purse
I’m in love, and it only cost $180. Like always Stella McCartney has managed to win me over for this evening bag. Not only do I adore the framed shape but the diamante glittery rhinestone embellished detailing is to die for.

This Stella evening bag is available in the colors Pastel (above), winter White, and Azur Blue. Also, it’s not shown in the picture, but this bag comes with a removable 55″ long gold toned metal strap.

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November 28, 2006

eBay Alert | Salvatore Ferragamo Gancio Crochet Handbag
I know, its winter and most of you are probably searching for the perfect structured winter bag, but for those of you who may be doing some winter hotspot traveling then check out this deal. The Salvatore Ferragamo Gancio purse for almost 50% off retail via eBay. The seller is also tossing in a bonus – While supplies last with a purchase of $90 or more you receive a free Prada Beauty Gift.

The Salvatore Ferragamo Gancio Crochet Handbag is a product of a previous S/S season but it’s not too late to get your hands on this Knit Bag, it has been re-discovered. For a limited time you can find this bag in new condition with tags.

About the Bag: The exterior is designed out of knit wool fabric which comes to gather at the top with textured leather side buckles. This bag accented with wooden hardware. Interior is lined with grosgrain lavader material. Measurements are 19″ width x 12″ height x 5″ depth

About a day left with the current bid up to $700.
The clock is ticking. Happy Bidding!

Celebrities and Their Handbags
Celebrity | Jessica Alba | Salvatore Ferragamo Gancio Crochet Handbag

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

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Change Purse
You see the stitched seam detailing and you already know this little pouch belongs to the house of Yves Saint Laurent. This pricey little change purse is currently on sale for $348, that’s about 20% chopped off the retail tag. Right now the stock level of this pouch is limited with only the Cream, Black, and Brown available.

It’s a nice addition to anyone’s designer accessory collection, but for that price I would much rather hold off and get one of the YSL wallets pictured below.

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Wallet
Top: The Buffalo Snap Wallet combines the two signature YSL favorites – the stitched detailing and the gold-tone logo ornament. Oh so fabulous. Everyone needs a decent looking wallet, whether it spends most of its life in your bag or out-and-about acting as its own clutch – like Mena Suvari and her black version.

Bottom: Look-ie – Look-ie, it’s another marked down YSL wallet discovered on the site Bluefly. This one is the pebbled black leather with “YSL” logo stripe nylon strap. There is also the smaller version available for $20 less.

YSL Yves Saint Laurent Handbags
Left: The Yves Saint Laurent tote, decorated the bold “YSL” applique is currently on sale $1,015. Right now it’s in stock, and only available in the color white.

Right: An applique floral pattern with allover tooled antiqued leather detailing and topped off with a horn handle. The YSL Applique Horn Handbag can only be found in the color black on Bluefly.

UPDATE! Right now for today only Bluefly is offering an additional 10% off everything on the site. Go check out some of the sweet deals. The price reduction is until 6am (EST), then the prices will return to the amounts listed above.

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Date Added: November 26, 2006

The Prince of Prints: Emilio Pucci Online at eLUXURY
Check out the newbies to hit the sale section over at eluxury. In that section you can find the Amelie, Cupola, Hawa, Festa prints (some avail in different hues) in almost any style – from cosmetic cases to a large travel tote sized bag.

Left: What is this bag doing in the sale section?! When I think Pucci bags I think vibrant bright-colored bold-print bags, ideal for the summer even spring season. However this bag, decorated in a bold pattern is available in a darker color combo (not so spring / summer-ie). The black and grey Amelie-Print east – west shaped canvas tote, regularly priced $475 and on sale for $329. I adore!

Right: Similar to the bag on the left only in different colors, the Amelie Satin Flap bag retails for $690 but is currently on sale for $490.

Even though I like its sister (on the left) I’m not to impressed with this style or hardware. . . not liking the sun-like twist-lock closure or the grey metal clasp and tassel charm.

The Prince of Prints: Emilio Pucci Online at eLUXURY
Get ‘em while they’re hot! Right now in the Sale Shop of eluxury they have almost every style of Pucci shoes marked down 10 – 70% off – Cork Sandals, Mules, T-Strap Sandals, Wedge Pumps, Mary Jane Platforms, Ballerina Flats, Boots, etc

Left: Winter boots on Sale! The Emilio Pucci knee-high boots are dressed in stretchy (for that perfect fit) suede and decorated with a eye-catching swirl-like pattern on the wedge heel. Worth every penny, these boots are on sale for $569.

Right: The Pucci 3.25″ Cupola sandal is currently on sale for $237, marked down from $395. Currently this pair is available in Grey Cupola (above) and Black Cupola. Almost every size is still in stock, so you don’t need to worry about it selling out anytime soon.

The Prince of Prints: Emilio Pucci Online at eLUXURY
Emilio Pucci Scarves – Oh La La! My weakness when it comes to Emilio Pucci, the elaborate decorative scarves.

Left: The Festa silk twill scarf measures in at about 36″ x 36″ and is marked down to $156 (if you live in Seattle go to Downtown Nordstrom Rack, there are two in stock for only $99) If you like this print but are looking for something smaller, they also have the Festa Cotton Handkerchief on sale for only $30.

Right: Simple. The Pucci silk muffler scarf is decorated along the border with a thin strip of the unmistakable Quadrifoglio Pucci print. Measurements are 67″ x 14″.

If you haven’t had a chance yet, go check out the huge designer super-sale going on over at eluxury. Don’t forget about the bags waiting in the sale section, desperate for a new home.

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Date Added: November 25, 2006

Christian Dior | Updated Homme Classic Flap Bag | View!
The Christian Dior Updated Dior Homme classic flap messenger styled bag a best seller? You betcha via eluxury.

The Dior flap guy bag is covered with the grey on black ‘Dior’ logo coated canvas and finished with minimal amounts of brushed palladium finished hardware. The measurements of this bag are 12.5″ x 11″ x 3″ – I know judging by the picture that is, this bag looks pretty small, well get this, its big enough for a laptop. No wonder this bag is selling like mad, it retails for only $520.
I adore it.

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Date Added: November 25, 2006

Marni | Patent Leather Clutch | View!
The Marni Patent Leather Clutch is dressed in shiny patent leather on a structured chic frame with a long decorative tortoiseshell and chain detail and topped off with the large eye catching tortoiseshell perspex clasp disc. The decorative, detachable strap with various sizes of gold oval links connected to large geometric shaped perspex links. Do note that the chain strap is for decorative purposes and should not be worn as a shoulder strap. The interior of this bag has dark brown canvas lining, an internal pocket and a large Marni logo on inside.

The of dedicated Marni crowd of fashionistia’s include Julia Roberts, Ashley Judd, Reese Witherspoon, Kirsten Dunst, Audrey Tatou, Monica Bellucci, Courteney Cox Arquette.

Finish the look with the matching black Milly ruffle silk aspirin dot sleeveless trapeze dress and a pair of Marni fabric covered pumps. The Milly dress retails for $445 and the Marni Pumps ring in (at almost an equal,) $405.

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