Archive for July, 2007

July 26, 2007

BagBliss Marc Jacobs Stam and Apple iPhone Giveaway
Just a little reminder for all you purse-deal hungry readers…  a little over a week to go and the winner of Marc Jacobs Patchwork Mini Stam in the color metallic blush and the new Apple iPhone ($1600 value) will be crowned and announced. How time flies.

It’s simple to signup, all you have to do is wander on over to the official contest page and enter in your information.

Click Here To Sign Up!

July 26, 2007

Rihanna’s Umbrella Collection
Singer of the hit under my “Umbrellaâ€? song, Miss Rihanna, is set to launch her own line of brollies. Apparently what made the idea click (according to her fan site) was that “whenever the track played it inspired UK club-goers to raise their own umbrellas.â€? Interesting. Must be a pretty small club or tiny umbrellas, and one big liability or bad luck. No?

The singer teamed up with clothing company Totes to bring out her collection. Right now on the Totes site there are only a few left (of the 5 variations), which range in price from $16 to $50. The cheapest one is the (a) Rihanna Signature Slender ‘brella – retails for $20 $14.99. The middle ground is the (b) Satin Stick Umbrella – retails $25. And the most expensive is the (c) Rihanna 2 Color Satin Stick Umbrella (same one used for her MTV Movie award performance) – $50

If you live in a rainy city and want to get your hands on one of these umbrellas then click here.

July 25, 2007

The Dolce & Gabbana Transparent Patent Convertible Bag
Went shopping today to score some sweet designer deals at Nordstrom’s Half Yearly Party and while there I discovered the Dolce & Gabbana Transparent Patent Convertible Bag. Not in the designers section where it should be, but hanging out in the markdown corner, where it sat with a price tag of only $500 (!). I’m telling you guys, not all good deals are found on the web. This bag for example currently retails for $1,725 at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus – wierddddd.

Anyway I resisted. I’m just not in with letting everyone see the contents of my bags guts. Don’t get me wrong I totally love the shape and style but I’m not feeling the clear pvc. Maybe if D&G produced like a super cool looking changeable lining, then totally yeah I would go for it.

July 25, 2007

Kim Kardashian: Give Up Your Chloe Purse
Recently spotted out-and-about at the Chelsea Football Club’s Party in Hollywood, it’s the brunette-beauty Kim Kardashian. Bag for the occasion, well of course it’s her well-used Designer Chloe Purse, which by the way I have been stalking her eBay Page for in the hopes that she will decide to part with it and move on. And when she does, guess who the top bidder will be if she would decide to put it up for grabs? Uhhu, yep, it will be mine. Someday…

Join the Wait on KimÂ’s eBay Page!

July 25, 2007

Purse Deal: Balenciaga Lambskin ‘Whistle’ Purse
A juicy purse deal that will surely sweeten any B. bag lovers sweet tooth. It’s the vibrant red Balenciaga Lambskin Whistle Purse. In the perfect color for this season (or next) that will add just the right touch of glamour to your wardrobe. The long east-west style bag is dressed in a supple lambskin body with shiny ostrich leather accents, gold-tone hardware, and topped off with the lines signature whistle. Measurements: 12” at widest x 6” tall at center x 7” deep.

side note: If you are not a fan of the Balenciaga Whistle Collection but still are looking to save a couple dollars (maybe for a pair of matching shoes) then still take a moment to view what they have in stock. At this very moment there are a few more Whistle Bags, but also a mahogany distressed goatskin ‘Besace’ shoulder bag, a black goatskin ‘Giant Part Time’ large bag, a couple quilted goatskin ‘Matelasse’ bags – all for 20%+ off! There are many more to list but those are the few gems. Go check out the deals!

Discover the Balenciaga Lambskin ‘Whistle’ Purse
Price: $1,795 $1,436

July 25, 2007

Fashion News from Robin
1.) Metallic clutches are beyond haute this season. They match the Tory Burch Reva flats that all the girls are rocking around town with flirty summer sundresses. A clutch is the perfect little evening bag to pack all of your essentials for a hot date or sipping on passiontinis with the girls. This Creve Cour Clutch by Star 50 has just enough room to pack all of the must-haves for a night out on the town.

2) This Prêt-a-Porter/Ready to Wear palette by Tarte was inspired by Paris fashion week. It features the perfect colors to stay camera ready for a night out on the town in an eminently portable, mock croc palette. $44 at Beauty.com.

3) To keep your breath kissably fresh, carry Hint Mints, the original designer mint. These mints come in sleek, curved tins and come in handy when you need a subtle hint to give friends fresh breath. $20 for a pack of 12 at Amazon.com.

4) Living a jet-set life can wreak havoc with your your skin, making it look sallow and flat. This Glow and Highlight Pressed Radiance Powder from Pop Beauty features five shades of shimmery powder and highlighters that brighten skin with light reflecting particles. Now you can party all night without losing that it-girl glow. $22 at Sephora.com.

5) A night out dancing at club is so much fun but can leave you Bride of Frankenstein hair. Hands 2 Hair by Duwop is a great dual purpose hair product and hand cream in one. It adds instant shine and texture to hair, while banishing frizzies and moisturizing your hands to boot. $16.50 at eluxury.com.

Bag Bliss Guest Blogger: Robin

July 25, 2007

Introducing: The Burberry Knight Bag
Fresh off the lot from Burberry, and it’s not dressed in the traditional check-print but rather an army of pyramid-shaped studs – Introducing the Knight Bag. Seems like now-a-days when people think Burberry they think check, Louis Vuitton they think of the monogram, Coach the double C’s, Dooney the DB, and so on. I for one am on a monogram-signature-ban. I’m resisting to purchase anything with the signature plastered across the body of the bag (hah, lets see how long that lasts).

This Knight-newbie for Fall is a little bit pricier than the traditional Burberry bag, but I think it’s worth every penny. The suit of the armor bag is dressed in black leather with metal pyramid studded nickel hardware detailing. The mouth of the bag features a double zip top closure that slides open to reveal the black satin lining.

Discover the Burberry Knight Bag
Price: $2995

July 24, 2007

The Purse Store: Designer Shoe Sale!
Chances are that if you are one of the thousands who visit Bag Bliss daily then your favorite accessory is the designer handbag. I think it’s safe to say so. Well it is impossible to complete the whole look without a pair of coordinating designer shoes.

Right now over at the handbag super-shop, The Purse Store, is having a huge discount sale on last as well as this seasons designer shoes. What’s not to love about that? That’s just extra change for your next purse purchase.

Pictured above are a few gems that caught my eye….
a. Christian Lacroix red satin flats with elastic slingback and tan leather upper and polka dot insole. Price: $375 $187.50

b. Rodo Shoes snakeskin flats with round toe and topped off with a large leather flower ornament. Price: $425 $212.50

c. Moschino peeptoe Kalahari flats decorated with giraffe print on raffia. Price: $395 $197.50

d. Donna Karan suede close toe pumps. $450 $180

e. Celine Stacked platform heel with printed fabric upper and brown leather adjustable buckle side strap with a round open toe. Price: $495 $247.50

f. Marc Jacobs Fun fabric platform wedge ankle wrap and twisted fabric round open toed flats. Price: $265 $132.50

Go discover those sweet deals!!!

July 24, 2007

Gwen at War with Forever21
Looks like Diane Von Furstenberg isn’t the only one taking a bite out of inexpensive-trendy fashion company Forever 21. Apparently the singer / fashion designer Gwen Stefani is currently at war with F21 for trademark infringement of her Harajuku Lovers fashion line, in particular, the handbags.

Papers filed in Los Angeles Federal Court claim Forever 21 is marketing, promoting and selling products featuring a design “virtually indistinguishable” from Harajuku’s signature heart & box logo. The lawsuit claims Forever 21 “changed a couple of words, ‘Harajuku’ to ‘Forever’ and ‘Lovers’ to ‘Love’, in the Heart Box trademark which are inconspicuous and likely to go unnoticed by a consumer”.

Well I am not surprised. Have you been in Forever21? All of their clothes, handbags and shoes are designer inspired. Well that can be said for a lot of other similar companies…

> Shopping for Harajuku? Check out Nordstroms and Macys!