Archive for May, 2009

Juicy Couture wants to keep its fans to the minute with the latest trendy handbags your Couture bucks can buy. Check out the latest tote bag to hit the Velour section, the Day Dreamer Floral Tote. Yes, most Day Dreamers do sport flowery charms and trinkets, but this Day Dreamer has a slightly different aspect. This tote sports a bohemian chic look that would compliment any casual day summer look. I’d never been one to turn down black velour and the fact that the overall color is black is a plus in my book. Looking further into the details, I’m really digging the double braided leather handles; they fit in with the theme, perfectly. Multicolor floral embroidering and a discreet embroidering among the flower stems read Juicy. Crowns, butterflies, a leather tassel, and a giant flower charm all found among the clutter as well.

This would make the perfect bag for girls of all ages. The fashion staff over at Net-A-Porter prove this with their mannequin, as you don’t necessarily have to be in your teens to rock this tote! If you seek to add another Day Dreamer to your collection, shop Juicy Couture goods and accessories over at: Juicy Couture Room @ NET-A-PORTER.COM

The Chat: Day Dreaming Juicy Couture!

Tomorrow, over at Portero Private they’re throwing an exclusive Jane August Purse sale, and we were lucky enough to get a handful of invites to give out. But you better act quick..

Portero Private is Portero’s invitation-only private sale site featuring jewelry, bags, watches & more. They offer limited inventory highlighting the world’s best luxury lifestyle brands – they carry 100% guaranteed and certified authentic luxury brands such as Hermès, Rolex, Cartier, Montblanc and Chanel for 50-75% off! The private event sales usually run 24 to 72 hours.

The Jane August sale is set to begin tomorrow at 12: pm EST and will go for 48 hours. (also on this weeks schedule: Rado and Omega Watches)

Here’s a little taste of what’s to expect:

Jane August Lungarno Bag in brown patent mock croc leather.
Jane August Bay Street Bag in metallic silver python.
Jane August Pierce Street Bag in black shiny python
Jane August Classic Rossini Bag in cream leather.
Jane August Bonnie Court Clutch in brown patent mock croc leather.

As I mentioned above, this is a super exclusive sale. So the first 10 lucky people to respond by following the link below, will be allowed into the sale.

http://www2.portero.com/promo/porteroprivate

Type in your email and the Invitation Code: BAGBLISS

I have always loved Juicy Couture’s canvas totes. They are so big and spacious that you can fit so much in them and still have so much room. They are definitely ideal for a college student who has to carry so many books, notebooks, and a lap top. Another plus to this tote is that is has a magnetic closure. I have seen many Juicy Couture totes in person, and I don’t remember ever seeing a magnetic closure on one. A magnetic closure is definitely an added plus to the already gorgeous Juicy Couture tote.

Some details of the tote include having interior pockets and logo print lining. Also, if the tote ever happens to get dirty from everyday wear, that’s ok because it can be machine washed! The tote comes in a gorgeous magenta-like color and has the saying, “From Juicy With Love” on it. If you are looking for a simple but yet stylish tote, this is without a doubt one of the cutest totes I have seen in a while!

The Juicy Couture Generation Y Canvas Tote can be purchased at Nordstrom for $78, which I think is a great price for this tote. The tote may be on the simple side, but it is a designer tote. For a designer tote, that’s fashionable and cute it’s definitely worth the money!

See the Juicy Couture Generation Y Canvas Tote at: Nordstrom or Saks Fifth Avenue.

The Chat: Juicy Couture Generation Y!

The House of Fendi did it again; they created a roomy shopper bag like no other. Meet the Zucca Patent Leather Tote, an accessory that only a few gals can pull off, without looking tacky. I apologize to any fans of this piece, but I’d have to say this tote bag is definitely too busy to call classy. Made up of glossy patent leather sporting snake skin prints in a variety of hues, it looks rather cheap and definitely not Fendi standards. I dislike the actual finish, and the black patent trimmings don’t better this shopper in anyway. Most would call this shopper style practical for everyday wear, I would agree, but couldn’t Fendi have added at least some hardware for luxe purposes? Besides the cheesy prints it’s too simple and the 12” x 12” x 4” dimensions create an extra boxy shoulder bag that doesn’t look too comfy after all. More details include the 10” thin double flat shoulder straps, no closure, but a practical zipper divider can be found within the tote.

$690 is the asking price for this Fendi, and if you’re willing to carry the funky animal print look, you can pick up your own through: Saks (dot com)

The Chat: Fendi Zucca!

Today, I stumbled across an extremely delicious-looking handbag. Introducing the Buti Croco Drawstring Tote. Now you may be asking yourself, “Who the heck is Buti?” Don’t worry, I had absolutely no clue either. All I knew about Buti was that it was an area within the Tuscany region of Italy. But I did a little digging and it turns out the company was born back in 1958 when two brothers, Pilade and Ilo, created their first handbag out of leather and cherry wood. The company is known for their attention to detail, quality, and yummy Italian leathers.

What I like about the Buti Croco Drawstring Tote, however, is the gorgeous color. I just love the Fuchsia! In fact, I’m not sure if I would be as attracted to this bag if it was in a more neutral color. I also like the croco print and the drawstring detail. There really isn’t much that I dislike about this bag. I even like it’s little sister, the Buti Croco Drawstring Satchel! Which, I might add, comes in an oh-so yummy Orange (see below)!

The Buti Croco Drawstring Tote measures 16″ x 12″ x 3.5″. It retails for $870. Find it at the FORZIERI Official Site!

The Chat: Buti Croco!

I’ll always hold a place for liking Juicy Couture’s fun velour and terry totes, but at the moment, Juicy’s leather handbags are ahead of the game. The leather collection lacks the cheesy (yet cute) embroidered statements, the funky color duos, and the overall juvenile vibe. Instead they’re mature, and come with a hint of vintage to them. Take for example one of the brands latest pieces in the collection, the Fringe Baby Doll handbag.

This season, Juicy Couture is loving the dangling fringe look on their accessories, and this arm candy wasn’t left behind. Oversized and adorned with a tier of suede fringe, front and back, this piece is sure to add those last minute touches to your boho chic look. Get your pick from “dark puddle”, a rich chocolate brown (my favorite), or feed your inner girly side with “babydoll pink”, a feminine sheer pastel pink that’s spring perfect. Brass hardware including a dangling heart charm and an oversized zipper pull compliment these colors, and a single flat (and adjustable) leather strap fits comfortably on the shoulder or crook of the arm.

You can feed your Juicy crave by shopping Juicy Couture products online via: shopbop

The Chat: Juicy Couture Fringe

The Fendi Spy is back! That’s right, there’s no need to search deep ends for the infamous design, as it is now available for retail sale through Saks (dot com).

Remember the numerous amount of Spy’s Fendi designed, ranging from beads and crystals to fringe and fur? Well, this Spy arrives with the original concept in mind, meet the Vintage Leather Spy bag.

The classic appeal of the Spy bag can be found on this piece. Italian pebbled leather with the classic braided double handles and the nylon signature lining, all found within this satchel. I’m not too surprised at the fact that this Spy is only available in classic chocolate brown, such a common color, I assume that Fendi wants to see what great of a comeback the Spy will make amongst us Bagista’s. Measuring in at 17” x 10” x 4.5”, Fendi guarantees this piece to be classy and timeless. At the moment, I can’t quite remember how much Fendi Spy’s we’re flying off the shelves for, but this time around you can snatch one of these Vintage Spy’s for a whooping $2,250!

Ladies what’s your input on the return of the Spy?

Shop Fendi goods and accessories via: Fendi room @ Saks Fifth Avenue

The Chat: Fendi Spy!

Stiletto Jungle explains how to buy and apply false eyelashes.

V-Style foresees Jimmy Choo’s Glenys Sandal as this summer’s hottest heel.

It’s Paris Hilton, digging through a Sony brand shopping bag while out and about in Cannes, France. What did the hotel heiress buy or receive? Who knows, but she sure doesn’t look too ecstatic over it. Dressed in a feminine floor length dress and in sparkly jewels with a shiny headband, Paris surely did complete her outfit with her extra lovely and classic white Chanel flap bag. I absolutely love her bag of choice, and with the spring/summer seasons in place right now, I’d nominate this as the perfect white handbag for the season. Everyone knows how versatile classic flaps are within their wardrobes as they make the perfect arm candies to wear dressed up or in casual wear, with your favorite tee and denims. The classic details of double chain link straps, luscious leather, interlocking C’s, and shiny silver hardware can be found on this piece.

Ladies, what’s your input on Chanel’s Classic Flaps? Paris Hilton sure does love her Chanel, and if you seek to add her handbag to your collection, visit your nearest Chanel boutique or shop right from home through the World Wide Web via: Authentic Chanel on eBay

Celebrity picture courtesy of: splashnews
Auction picture courtesy of authentic eBay seller: jag_48