Archive for July, 2007

July 23, 2007

The Moschino Muffin Bag
If a designer finds great success in the sale of a designer handbag that is loved generally throughout most of the purse community they will continue the line of success slightly-revamping it along the way until they decide to go another direction.

While flipping through Vogue for this up and coming month of August I was blown away when I came upon pictures of the new Moschino Muffin Bag. The bag is truly breathtaking. The purse reminds me of one of their bags that they came out with a while back under their Cheap & Chic Line – a less expensive but similar in quality line.

The bags, as you see share similar strong details, such as the pleated sides that scrunch up and gather at the mouth with a thin belt that loops around holds it all together clamping shut with a heart and key charm lock.

When the Cheap & Chic was still available it retailed for just under $1,000 while this new Muffin bag retails anywhere from about $1,000 for the small and on up to $2,000 for the large.

> Right now over at Zappo’s there are a bunch of the Muffin bags in from simple canvas or leather to eye-catching metallics. Go on over at check them out! (My heart is set on the juicy red patent version – it’s totally stunning)

July 23, 2007

Song Hye Kyo and the Celine “Miss Song� Limited Edition Bag
A couple days ago an event was thrown at a Haute Couture fashion show in Hong Kong in honor of the recent release of the Celine “Miss Song� bag named after South Korean actress Song Hye Kyo.

Celine’s artistic director, Ivana Omazic on the collaboration: “Having traveled extensively throughout Asia, I have found that Asian women have become more active and have obtained more freedom in modern society. Today, I am delighted to have worked closely with Song Hye Kyo for this new creation and to be a part of an innovative project that opens up our company onto the world. I sincerely believe this bag represents the new voice of Asian women.�

The bag, which looks quite similar to Celine’s Bittersweet purse is going to be produced in limited quantities and expected to hit store shelves in Asia when fall rolls around. The limited-edition “Miss Song Bag” retails for about $4000.

All money generated from selling the bags will be donated to Song Hye Kyo charity organizations.

July 23, 2007

Andre Leon Talley loves his Louis Vuitton Monogram Man Purse
“Most of the Vogue girls are so thin, tremendously thin, because Miss Anna don’t like fat people.” – Andre Leon Talley

Standing tall at over 6 feet it’s the editor-at-large for Vogue magazine, Andre Leon Talley pictured above with his Louis Vuitton classic caramel monogram on brown canvas man pouch.

If on the hunt for your next LV manbag and purse purchase or maybe looking for your first then go on over to your nearest Louis Vuitton boutiques or (only) online at eluxury.com for more information. If you are looking for a particular style give LV a call at 866.vuitton.

July 22, 2007

Guess Who: Supermodel Out-and-About
In a classic “guess who?� pose – who’s this brazilian beauty?

Declared “The World’s Richest Supermodel�, this famous ex-Victoria Secret Bod was spotted out and about after recently celebrating her 27th birthday.

Who could it be? Answer of who is behind the box revealed after the bump.

July 22, 2007

Harajuku Lovers VS Dooney’s Candy
Both bags named “Candy�? are dressed in a suit of taste-y candy. But who does it best? Which would you wear? The eye-catching Dooney and Bourke candy tassel handbag or the Harajuku Lovers Candy (even though there isn’t really any candy – more of sweets) tote?

Personally my vote is for the Harajuku Lovers Candy tote. It’s more casual and comfortable to carry as a on-the-go day bag. I can totally see myself using it as a beach bag or in replace of my market tote which I have been using a lot lately in replace of using plastic bags. The Dooney bag is unique (not favored in the Bag Forum) but there is just too much going on. The design is cluttered. The Dooney bag is like a candy bin and the Harjuku is like a handful of your favorite sweets.

What do you guys think? Dooney or the Harajuku Lovers??

Discover the DB Candy Line (currently all on sale)
Price Range: $98 – $200

Discover the Harjuku Lovers Candy Line
Price Range: $74 – $100

July 20, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Blog Round Up!
The final day of the work week is finally here, which means it’s time for a good old fashion web blog round up. So sit back, take a mini break and check out these great articles from other sweet fashion sites…

Nichelle is up and running again at 55 Secret Street with a Q&A with Novelist Min Jin Lee.

Miracle product that makes even the highest heels comfy, or just a bunch of hype? Stiletto Jungle‘s Girl Talk Panel test drives Insolia– the revolutionary, biomechanically engineered shoe insert– and tells all.

Get the lux look of croc without breaking the bank with Miu Miu St. Cocca Bugatti from Bag Snob!

L’Oreal France is racist- Cosmetic Giant found guilty of racial discrimination in landmark case from Beauty Snob.

Coquette loves a good summer sale and the flirty dresses at Le Train Bleu.

Fashiontribes suggests adding some Chanel-inspired spats add spice to summer’s gladiator sandals, and later, on your fall booties.

Fall 07 fashion collage – Girlawhirl’s thoughts turn to fall fashion

Kristopher Dukes shows you where to buy Victoria Beckham’s sneaker wedges. And where to buy a bosser alt.

Check out Haystack.com’s satirical profile on Lindsay Lohan’s first sober birthday with some jabs at other celebs in the tabloids suggests LA-Story.

Looking for a lipgloss that does more than make your lips glossy? Check out the review of Rimmel Underground’s new Light beam lipgloss at My Fashion Life

Papierblog interviews up and coming singer Leah Renee on her recent fashion shoot and her debut album

Don’t miss Second City Style‘s snob’s guide to shopping Overstock.com. Hey, we are not cheap, just savvy!

Are Trapeze Dresses Hot or Not?SheFinds’ Jen is not a fan….

Not sure what to wear today? Check out StyleBakery.com‘s 8 Rules of Summer Style for tips on how to look cool when the temperature soars.

Styleaholic Najwa Mosestakes us on a photo journey right into the heart of Kelly Rowland’s album launch party with Lifebeat!

Stylehive Hive5: Whether your tot is the diva-in-a-diaper type or the king of the sandbox, we give you our top 5 celebrity baby fashion.

The Jewelry Weblog asks, What’s black and white and fashionable all the time? Answer: silver, onyx, and white agate jewelry.

eBeautyDaily talks Amy Winehouse beauty and demos how to make a gorgeous cat eye.

July 19, 2007

The Gucci Indy Handbag
Gucci sent me an email today, and on it was the bold new Gucci Indy bag in gunmetal python with light gold hardware.

This bag is definitely not one of my favorites from the Gucci House no matter what print. The handle, how it rests on the shoulder, is just so uncomfortable to carry. Although it does come with a detachable shoulder strap in case you cant stand the stiff top handle.

This new bag comes in a variety of different fabric from plain leather or the house signature (beige / ebony) double GG to python or guccissima print with a price range of $2350 and on up to a whopping $5790.

Go on over to Gucci.com to view pics of the whole collection.

> Mischa Barton sports the Gucci Indy. Check her out with the eye-catching multi-color snowflake-looking patchwork patch version of this purse.

July 18, 2007

Rachel Bilson at La Perla with her Zac Posen Bag
Long time no see of ms. Rachel Bilson. The ex-OC star is not nearly followed around by the paparazzi as much as before, but here she is, out-and-about with one of her friends shopping for intimates at the upscale lingerie shop La Perla on Rodeo Drive. Bag for the occasion (like usual) is from her Zac Posen stash of handbags.

July 18, 2007

Purse Freebie: “I’m a Ron Herman Bag�
Last month Ron Herman handed out free Limited Edition “Snow White� Totes with any purchase of Kidada for Disney Couture goodie. Now as a treat to all of their adored shoppers, the fashion boutique is giving away their very own R.H. “I’m a Ron Herman Bag� (inspired by Anya Hindmarch “I’m not a Plastic Bag�) to everyone who makes a purchase of $100 or more.

Get your shopping on!