Archive for March, 2009

A little birdie told me that fringe details will be hot for Spring 09. My first reaction? Oh no, not again! I’ll admit it, I have never been much of a fan of fringe. And yet, these past few seasons kept having a few fringed styles showing up here and there. But this year, the fringe somehow seems different. Instead of screaming “hippie”, these new bags have more of a western feel to them. So I thought, maybe — just maybe — I should give fringe a second look. The key to making this look work, in my opinion, is to limit the rows of fringe to just one or two.

Above I have pictured two fun, fringe-filled styles. The first is the J.J. Winters Suede Fringe Bag. I think Vanessa Hudgens wore it well with her floaty top, skinny jeans, and boots. The bag measures 16.5″ x 11″ and it retails for $420. Find it in Grey at Pink Mascara.

The second bag is the Linea Pelle Janis Fringe Clutch. This simple clutch features a single row of fringe around its outer edge. I’m not sure why, but fringe seems so much more fun when it comes in such a small package! The clutch measures 10.5″ x 6″ and it retails for $235. Find it at Linea Pelle, where it is available in a variety of colors.

And for those of you that think maybe you’d like to give the fringe trend a try, but you’re afraid of making a major investment…

Check out this bag from Urban Outfitters (pictured above). This beauty is only $60! Find it at UrbanOutfitters

The Chat: Fringe Handbags

Reminder: Don’t forget to sign up for the latest celebrities.bagbliss freebie — they are giving away a ruby red crystal David Swarovski Kiosque evening clutch to one lucky gal.

The Swarovski Kiosque minaudiere (retail: $750) is bedecked with hundreds of their signature crystals on the little box frame, and features a long ruthenium-plated snake chain.

Giveaway ends Saturday April 18th @ 1: pm PST / 4: pm EST

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Colorful nylon shoppers have landed at Nordstroms and they come spring/summer ready! Presented to us by the House of Burberry, take a look at their latest designs. I wouldn’t call myself a fan of the nylon bag, unless it’s nylon on a diaper bag or on a really bad kick-around bag. They just aren’t my style as I find them too wobbly and cheap, not to mention most are pretty boring. Unless pleats, bold colors, and lot’s of leather trim are present, I’ll pass up on nylon bag, anytime.

Wouldn’t you agree that the structures of these totes seem pretty familiar? Double thin shoulder straps and draw strings at the sides to increase and decrease capacity… does Neverfull ring a bell? A clean silhouette makes this perfect for everyday wear, and you can pick your choice of nylon color from simple white and birch to bold red and pretty lavender.

Ladies, what’s your input on this Burberry? What about on Nylon handbags in general? For $195, you can add this shopper to your collection. Although that price is still pretty steep, it’s nice to know that Burberry isn’t over exaggeratingly asking for more.

Shop Burberry nylon and leather via: Nordstrom

The Chat: Burberry Shoppers

In a couple more days on Wednesday April 1st, online sample sale site HauteLook is teaming up with JT Handbags by designing-duo Jeffrey Parker and Tony Ta.

Expect up to 65% off the latest one hundred percent hand crafted in Italy, luxurious handbags — clutches, hobos, satchels and totes in sumptuous leathers and exotic materials, all fully lined in their signature BORDEAUX nappa for a fraction of the regular retail price.

ie. The satchel on the left retails for $ 3,880, however for the sale the bag will be marked down to a totally crazy $ 1,358!

I apologize to any See by Chloe fans out there, but I can’t justify buying any of their overprized accessories, overall, they’re not so impressive. I have yet to run into something I must have, but today, something did catch my attention.

Just check out the killer message found on this pouch. Want to take a wild guess at what the name of this piece is? Yes, you pretty much guessed it; meet the Dance or Die Pouch by SBC. So someone at SBC headquarters threw a joke onto this pouch and I can’t help but wonder if I’m the only one that doesn’t get it? Illustrated on canvas is the message that seems to be coming from a phonograph record player, as if it were music to the owner’s ears. I personally don’t find this attractive, but I do like the variety of colors you can choose from.

You can’t go wrong with a simple canvas accessory, as this piece is. It looks supportive and roomy enough for small essentials. Although I do hate how the $95 price tag is nowhere near convincing; otherwise, these would make really cute gifts.

Shop See by Chloe accessories at: shopbop.com

The Chat: See by Chloe Dance or Die Pouch

TheFashionRow just announced their latest purse giveaway — up for grabs is the Gryson Skye in grey!

To sign up, all you have to do is visit the signup page and make your mark.

For this giveaway, the end date is going to end anytime between now, March 30 and April 30th. The announcement will be made in the official thread. It is the winners responsibility to respond within 24 hours. If the winner does not claim the prize in 24 hours, there will be a new drawing.

Good Luck!

Marc Jacobs has been designing some fabulous handbags for his Marc by Marc Jacobs line lately. One of those gorgeous handbags is the Marc by Marc Jacobs Women’s Posh Turnlock Solid Baby Shorty Bag and it is making my heart go pitter patter.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs Women’s Posh Turnlock Solid Baby Shorty Bag definitely has some edge to it. It really looks as if it has a motor cycle theme to it.

The handbag is available in the color “nero”, which can be best described as black on crinkled patent leather. Other features of the handbag include a turnlock flap closure, interior pockets, and primrose lining.

Being that the handbag has a chain, it can be worn two different ways. You can wear the handbag as a shoulder bag or as a satchel. The most stylish way to wear this handbag, to me, would be as a satchel and to just let the chain hang.

Measurements of the Marc by Marc Jacobs Women’s Posh Turnlock Solid Baby Shorty Bag are, 12″W x 11.5″H x 1″D, which is quite shocking because in the picture the handbag looks quite small.

The Marc By Marc Jacobs Women’s Posh Turnlock Solid Baby Shorty Bag can be purchased at Bloomingdales for $298, which is actually a great price for such a stylish bag! Get yours before they are long gone!

See the Marc by Marc Jacobs Posh Turnlock Solid Baby Shorty Bag at: Bloomingdales

The Chat: Marc Jacobs Baby Shorty

Starting right now, for 2 days only enjoy an extra 50% off all Dolce & Gabbana sale merchandise over at closing online boutique eLuxury

Stock up on must-haves, just in time for Spring!

Plus, enjoy free ground shipping on orders of $50 or more!

Discount automatically taken at checkout.

Offer ends Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at 11:59 PM (PST).

When I first saw the Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote over at Shop Bop, I instantly thought of a flower. What better way to start the Spring season, than with a handbag that resembles a pink flower.

The Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote may look a little funny in pink, but the handbag also comes in black, and brown. The black and brown versions look much less like a flower, and a little more on the cute side.

Features of the nylon handbag include: pleating in the front and back; leather banding; ruffle trim at the top; gold hardware; double handles; detachable/adjustable shoulder strap; and lined interior.

Like any tote, the Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote is quite spacious. The measurements of the handbag are, 13″H x 18″L x 4″D, giving you more than enough to for all of your belongings.

The Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote can be purchased at Shop Bop for $390, which to be is not that great of a price, but if could be because I’m not too fond of totes. To me any nylon handbag should not cost over $100, but of course that is just my opinion. If this handbag was all leather, it would probably be more appealing to me.

The Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote is definitely one of those handbags that you either love it, or hate it.

See the Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote at: Shop Bop

The Chat: Felix Rey Sadie Ruffle Tote