Archive for February, 2009

Slumdog Millionaire Actress Frida Pinto and American Actress Eva Mendes has been spotted all over town carrying the latest, “Dalia” bag in camel.

This bag is one of the fresh new additions to the Bulgari’s Spring/Summer 2009 Doppio Tondo collection.

The large shoulder bag is made of buffalo soft leather with light gold plated hardware. Also available in other materials and colors.

Retails for $2100.

55 Secret Street rediscovers a Hollywood beauty classic, Madewell for ShopBop capsule collection.

Allie is Wired reports that The Hills is ending for Lauren Conrad after season five.

Bag Bliss has fallen for the Spring 2009 Fendi Peek-A-Boo Bag

Bag Snob - Get an exclusive peek at Nancy Gonzalez Fall 2009 bags!

Beauty Snob – Blast your fat away, and eat it too.

Coquette is loving the new trend in one shoulder fashions.

Debutante Clothing admires vintage couture designer Milly, Mackage, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and more.

KRISTOPHER is wanting, wearing, and hating Belgian shoes.

Second City Style broke down all the trends we found during New York Fashion Week Fall ’09.

Shopping and Info checks out: Givenchy for Spring 2009.

Check Out Shrimpton Couture’s Real Life Vintage Spot from Karla’s Closet

StyleBakery.com shares 10 ways to recession-proof your wardrobe.

Stylehive has a bit of a crush on first lady of France Carla Bruni’s style, and has found a few ways to get her look!

Sxy Fashion Queen shows you celebrity most favourite Alexader McQueen jacket.

The Beauty Stop calls out the 2009 Academy Awards hair disasters.

The Fashion Bomb chit chats with Lisa Price of Carol’s Daughter about celebrity beauty musts and year round skin care!

The Shoe Goddess channels her inner candy striper with these quirky DSquared2 shoes!

TheMakeupGirl Check out Lianne’s coverage of the best looks of the 2009 Oscars!

While browsing around Saks Fifth Avenue, on the search for some beautiful handbags, I came across the Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Tote in Lavender and my is it stunning!

The Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile tote features two double top handles that have a 3 1/2 inch drop. My favorite detail of the handbag is the magnetic closure, which is always perfect for any handbag. A zipper closure in my opinion would not only ruin the style of the handbag but also make the handbag look a tad bit tacky.

The tote is actually made of rich crocodile, which explains the handbags’ hefty price! The Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Tote retails for $3,350 at Saks Fifth Avenue. $3,350 is a lot of money for a purse, but compared to other designers that also sell exotic pieces it’s actually not that bad of a price. Hermes, for example, sells exotic pieces that can cost over $10,000.

If you are not too fond of the Lavender tote, the Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Tote also comes in a black version, which is also absolutely beautiful. In fact, the black version of the tote is probably the more classier of the two. Whichever color you prefer, there is no doubt that the Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile is absolutely gorgeous.

See the Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Tote at: Saks Fifth Avenue

The Chat: Nancy Gonzalez Tote

Travel buddies Lindsay Lohan and Samantha Ronson just landed with their Louis Vuitton Luggage at Heathrow airport.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Keepall with Shoulder Strap

The world’s most famous travel bag takes on added ease and versatility with a convenient shoulder strap. And because the 55 is the largest Keepall to fit into an airplane’s overhead compartment, it’s ideal for travel. Superbly finished, with a spacious open compartment, sturdy top zip, and comfortable handles.

The Keepall features the classic monogram canvas with natural cowhide trim and golden hardware. Comes with a removable leather shoulder strap with polished brass buckles and gripped shoulder pad, and a removable luggage tag and buckled belt to hold the handles together. Mouth kept sure with a double zip closure. The interior is so spacious with the large inside compartment with brown canvas lining.

Keepall 45 with strap – $1,220 / without strap $960
Keepall 50 with strap – $1,245 / without strap $985
Keepall 55 with strap – $1,270 / without strap $1,010
Keepall 60 with strap – $1,295 / without strap $1,035

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Pégase

Louis Vuitton’s Monogram Canvas has been at the fingertips and heels of the jet set since 1896. The Pégase rolling suitcase brings international panache to on-the-ground practicality.

The roll-around Pegases features the iconic LV Monogram canvas with natural cowhide trim and golden hardware. Features the telescoping handle, noiseless wheels, lined interior holds a removable garment cover, interior zipped pocket and zip-around closure.

Monogram Canvas Pégase 50 – $1,970
Monogram Canvas Pégase 60 – $2,310

Shop for Louis Vuitton @ eluxury!

Heidi Montag was out with Spencer Pratt at club AREA in West Hollywood, California. … THE BAG: Love it! This is the hottest clutch on the planet right now.

By designer Nancy Gonzalez, it’s the fold over Flap Clutch, made of Colombian crocodile in a spectacular shade of pink that is perfect for the summer.

This bag is really gorgeous and looks much more stunning in person.

Check it out at Saks Fifth Avenue. Price: $1400

Mary Norton isn’t new to fashion events. So it’s no surprise when saw her amazing pieces on the Red Carpet at the 2009 Academy Awards.

Lets examine a couple of our favorites:

Taraji P. Henson with Roseanna

The Outstanding Supporting Actress Nominee for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button accessorized her red carpet look with a Roseanna – a crimson satin pouch clutch with a jeweled clasp.

Miley Cyrus with Roseanna

The starlet accessorized her dramatic bejeweled gown with the Roseanna in champagne satin from the Spring 2009 Collection.

The champagne is in store only, so give them a call at 1-800-666-7661 for availability.

The red and black are available online at marynorton.com:

The Roseanna pictured above is dressed in a deep pleated Crimson satin on a Hidden Frame. What I love most about this clutch is the long tassel with the decorative Swarovski crystal head and matching silk fringe – however if you’re not a fan of that detail, it’s removable. For the red carpet occasion, Miley and Taraji set it aside. Also comes with a removable shoulder chain.

A stunning piece, worth the $895 price tag.

Queen Latifah with Jordan

Queen Latifah accessorized her red carpet look at the 81st Annual Academy Awards with her leather Jordan – an oval clutch with an elegant navy blue tassel.

Right now the blue is currently not available online, however over at marynorton they have this funkier colorful version of the Jordon.

The Jordon baton clutch version pictured above is created out of an interesting iridescent rainbow Lizard print material, and accessorized with detachable Jelly Bean bubbly tassel with feature fringe. Then when you pop this beauty open, you’ll discover the signature Mary Norton Leopard print lining. $795

Alicia Keys with Sasha

Alicia Keys was striking in yellow at The 2009 Vanity Fair Oscar Party after presenting at the Academy Awards. The singer selected the Sasha – a gold patent leather clutch with a crystal clasp.

Right now, there is an amazing black calf hair version of Sasha on sale for 50% off at Saks Fifth Avenue!

The Sasha clutch is just amazing, a simple classic beauty. A faceted solitare of Swarovski crystal makes an impact mounted on a bag of soft haircalf with patent trim. Comes with a detachable chain strap. Sale Price: $495

For one day only handbag designer Melie Bianco is teaming up with online sample sale site HauteLook for a 60% off handbag sample.

The brand Melie Bianco, by husband-and-wife team, are known for their budget-friendly handbags that are both seasonal and trendy. The colorful totes and over-the-shoulder bags combine durable faux-leather and vegan-friendly materials with of-the-moment shapes and designs.

The sale begins on Tuesday March 3rd, 2009 @ 8: am PST / 11: am EST

What do we have here? At first glance, one might mistake this bag for something off the Valentino or Prada runway. But guess again because this bag is actually made by (surprise!) Moni Moni. Introducing the Moni Moni by Cinzia Moniaci Lilies Bag.

This bag features beautiful petals, made of plush Italian leather, cascading down one side. The top layer of petals are hand painted with gold and white accents, giving them a more dimensional look. And like all Moni Moni handbags, the leather is washed and tinted to give it a vintage look.

Personally, I think this works exceptionally well with this bag. The petals look so soft and supple, just like the real thing! This bag truly is a work of art and would work well if someone was looking for a real statement piece. The best part is, you don’t need to be Paris to afford this bag either. It retails for only $675! Sweet!

Find this bag at Feng Junk, where it is available in Fuxia (purple) or Fauve (tan).

The Chat: Moni Mini Lilies

An amazing selection of Samsonite Luggage (Black Label) now on sale for sample sale prices over at ideeli.

Prices are marked at 50% off!

The sale started a short time ago and there’s still tons of luggage, beauty cases, duffles and laptop bags to choose from.

end note: The ideeli giveaway of the day is a totally fun Lanvin Faubourg tote. Don’t forget to sign up for that!