Archive for September, 2007

September 26, 2007

db clay Green Friendly Guy Wallets
With everyone thinking green nowadays, its nice to see some green innovative products like the new wallets from db clay out of Portland OR. These biodegradable wallets are made with a synthetic fabric that is similar to a vinyl canvas and have been manufactured with no toxic materials.

There are 4 series (lines) and 12 various designs and colors which range from photo impressions to repeating patterns and are all priced at $48.

The new db clay wallets are available through their exclusive retailer Bergdorf Goodman or through their online store.

Here are 4 examples of each of their series:

Stampage Brown from the Dammasch Series: We made a Brown version of Stampage to compliment the Black. Feel free to wear brown or black or green or purple shoes while carrying this stunning billfold- it doesn’t make a difference as this wallet steals the attention. Wide sheets of black Tope material are silk screened with textured light brown paint & stitched together with matching thread. The exterior showcases our signature Dammasch print & the wallet is constructed with rounded corners & satin nylon lining.

Golden Locks from the Material Series: Yes, we printed hair on a wallet. This brunette is the first piece offered in our up & coming hair collection- blonde, red, black & especially elderly white to follow. Put your comb away & let this beauty fill up your back pocket instead with texture, body & bounce, as it’s sure to be unlike any wallet you’ve ever seen before. Concept inspired by simply, women. Twist, brush & imagine you can run your fingers through it.

Lights of Spain from the Photo Series: Graeme, Diggles & a few other close friends were taking travel in Europe when db clay was just beginning to take shape back in Portland long ago. This image marks an era of our lives when traveling to Spain on a whim was possible & life was seemingly care free. Years later, Graeme still shoots under lights but with a newly hardened grin & a shift in purpose- he maintains a gunslingers regard for global picture farming. His unique image is transferred to the Tope exterior of this wallet & then stitched together with strong thread.

Portland Clashing from the Print Series: If you have never been to Portland, put it on your list. This waterfront cityscape print is made with pale yellow, stale gray & diarrhea brown shapes. Alex Steckly originally painted this image years ago & we scanned in a portion of his painting to produce this wallet. His original painting is long gone (we sold it at a street market back in the day) so fittingly, this wallet represents a city on the move.

Discover the db clay Green Friendly Guy Wallets

September 26, 2007

Bag Bliss Giveaway: Balenciaga Brief Giant Silver Purse
It’s time for another fabulous giveaway, brought to you by the purse-obsessed blog, Bag Bliss.

This time around, up for grabs is the new fall Balenciaga Brief Bag with Giant Silver Hardware in the color black straight from Balenciaga of New York (more pics).

Anyone of you can win this new Balenciaga purse, all you have to do is enter in your information on the giveaway page. For this giveaway, you must have at least 20 posts in the bag forum. Yep you must be a tBF member.. if not, then sign up. It seriously takes less than 2 minutes. So easy huh? The last day to sign up will be Friday October 23rd at 11:59 PM EST. The winner will be announced shortly after. There will only be one winner and that winner will received the Balenciaga Brief Giant Silver Purse. One entry per person.

Enter the Bag Bliss Balenciaga Brief Giant Silver Purse Giveaway

September 25, 2007

Designer Purse Deal: GoldenBleu Bridget Handbag
GoldenBleu’s super sized designer envelope is on sale, for about 30% off retail. The Bridget was released this last spring season and has recently found itself in the halls of unwanted bags at ActiveEndeavors.

This super light bag is created in an envelope design that features a top flap closure with gold lock. This bag will stay on your shoulder with the single shoulderstrap and stay close to your body since it’s designed thin. The tote also features four gold feet to keep your bag upright and clean (would you really use a purse hook?). Measurements are 13.5″ width x 14″ height.

Discover the Designer GoldenBleu Bridget Handbag
Price: $615 $431

September 25, 2007

Fossil Perry East-West Messenger Man Bag
Looking for a quality leather messenger bag without the big price tag of the major fashion houses? The Perry East/West Messenger Bag from Fossil lets you get a quality leather bag that will take the wear and tear of everyday use at an affordable price of $158 via Fossil with free shipping.

This bag comes in two smooth bomber leather color options, brown and black, and features an adjustable strap, double buckle flap closure, back zip pocket, and interior organizer compartment. With only one size option, 15″L x 11″H x 5″W, this bag should be the perfect size for everyday use.

View the Fossil Perry East-West Messenger Bag
Price: $158

September 25, 2007

Introducing: The Rafe Voltaire Penelope Satchel Handbag
This bag is deliciously gorgeous! A newbie from accessory designer Rafe Totengco, it’s the mirror metallic Rafe Voltaire Penelope Satchel.

Dressed in the shiny reflecting mirror-finish leather and accessorized with gunmetal hardware. This bag also features double arm straps, a thin lightweight removable chain, and one single large front zip pocket. The mouth of the bag is kept shut with a zip closure that slides open to reveal two interior slip pockets and one interior zip pocket. Measurements of this satchel are 14″ width x 8″ height x 6″ depth.

Like most Rafe bags you are still going to be getting fabulous quality mixed with style at a reasonable price. This gleaming Voltaire beauty can be found at Rafe.com where it carries a retail price of only $550.

Now lets cross our fingers and hope that Jessica Simpson doesn’t get the impulse to re-pull a recreation of another designers work by releasing a mirror image of this Rafe bag, only at a fraction of the price. Remember the Jessica Simpson version of Rafe’s Spring ’06 Rivington Handbag.

Discover the Rafe Voltaire Penelope Satchel Handbag
Price: $550

September 25, 2007

The L.A.M.B. Signature Chateau Wristlet Clutch
Love this new bag by L.A.M.B.

It comes with a detachable chain link strap, which is so perfect for a couple of reasons. During the day it can be attached to one of your large totes or handbags for easy access when not wanting to dig through to locate your wallet. Or when night rolls around, simply ditch the big purse and wear it as a wristlet or detach to carry in hand.

Discover the L.A.M.B. Signature Chateau Wristlet Clutch
Price: $345

September 24, 2007

The Jimmy Choo Cent Satin Diamanté Clutch
Jimmy Choo does it once again by creating this elegant lovely beauty, the Cent Satin Clutch. The purse is dressed in silver satin and accessorized with sparkly diamanté hardware. A bag that will definitely catch some attention. This nightlife beauty also features a flap closure with press-stud fastening underneath, and a thin leather shoulder strap with diamanté buckles. A very cute purse, but I would ditch the shoulderstrap. Or well at least tuck it in and hold it like a clutch.

Finish the look: Match it with the super cute pearl-and-gray silk kaleidoscope print mini dress by Rebecca Taylor and also a pair of Jimmy Choo’s Silver metallic nappa leather strappy sandals. All can be found at nap.

Discover the Jimmy Choo Cent Satin Diamanté Clutch
Price: $995

September 22, 2007

Designer Purse Deal: Chloe Fox Square Silverado Tote
Today when I was at Nordstrom’s Café I met a fellow purse enthusiast who also shares the same passion for Lanvin bags – and my Lanvin Ludvine purse. She then informed me that my previous season bag (in a different color) was currently at Nordstorm’s sister store, the rack, where it carried a price tag of only $500! Good lord. So what did I do? I jumped in my car and sped off to the location she gave me… 2 hours of traffic later I arrived. The bag wasn’t there, but I did discover a gold mine of designer purses marked down, some over 60% off retail. One of the beauties was the Chloe Fox Square Silverado Tote that was marked down to a whopping $1,182 from $2,365 (also on sale at nap)

It’s a super light, spacious carry-all-you-need tote, perfect size for school, work, or just out. Dressed in fox square leather with brown lace-style trim and features straps running down the side.

Discover the Chloe Fox Square Silverado Tote
Price:$2,365 $1,182

September 21, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly WebSnob Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Coquette knows it’s all about personal style! Give us a style tip and be entered in to win one of five free copies of The Little Black Book by Nina Garcia.

The Stiletto Jungle Girl Talk Panel names their 9 favorite lip balms for keeping your pout kissable all through fall.

Beauty Snob discovers the ancient art of magnetic healing with diamonds!

55 Secret Street loves Beau Soleil’s Eco Chic at Shop Bop.

If little things in life make you happy, you’ll be thrilled with the Theory Olive Patent bag says Bag Snob!

Transparency, escapism & old Hollywood Glamour! Fashiontribes dissects the Top 10 most interesting trends from the recent Spring 2008 New York Fashion Week.

iPapier looks at and reviews Peter Jensen’s Spring 2008 collection at London Fashion Week

Kristopher’s sure the only way you should box your life in is with this Devi Kroell box clutch.

Exclusive! GlamChic gets intimate with Elle Macpherson .

Falling out of fashion? My Fashion Life reviews the recent novel by Karen Yampolsky

Dissed & Dismissed: Second City Style catches celebrity style disasters.

To have and to hold: StyleBakery.com hunts for the hottest fall handbags for every budget.

HiveSlides: Check out Stylehive‘s slideshow of some of the most luxurious, over-the-top products in the Hive.

eBeautyDaily thinks Nina Garcia’s new book, The Little Black Book of Style, is just perfect for the beauty-obsessed budding fashionista.