Archive for November, 2009

Bag Bliss has the scoop on what’s haute over at HauteLook! You heard it here first, HauteLook, the online sample sale destination for delicious deals on designer items from accessories to winter-wear, and everything in between, is throwing an extravagant Linea Pelle sample sale.

Linea Pelle handbag and accessory sample sales only happen only once in a great while, so you are not going to want to miss out on this amazing opportunity.

Grab a pen and jot this down: The sale kicks off over at HauteLook at 8: am PST / 11: am EST this Monday November 23rd.

Come back to Bag Bliss on the 23rd or Bookmark This Link

There will be a selection of belts as well as a variety of handbags by the brand marked down by up to 75% off retail. Amazing. Its a perfect opportunity to find a holiday gift for the purse lover on your list! Or even your next purse.

About HauteLook
The modern way to go about finding the most luxe deals on the web. HauteLook offers designer items for up to 75% off retail prices. And you can do this all while drinking your morning coffee (or tea).

While most physical location sample sales only happen a few times a year, and are a far cry away from many shoppers, HauteLook is all online. Free membership too!

Daily, HauteLook features a fresh new batch of designers: Women, Men, Kids, Home and even Beauty! The sales last about 36-72 hours. All sales begin at 8: am pacific, 11: am if you’re over on the east coast.

About Linea Pelle
We love Linea Pelle here at BagBliss. Famously known for their casual chic belts, handbags and small leather goods, with a strong trail of followers from celebrities to the everyday bag-lover.

LP belts and handbags are handcrafted from Italian washed leathers which result in the softest feel and a unique vintage look.

note: Images above from LineaPelle.com. The sale images are top secret, but worth the wait. Keep checking back here and see the preview when updated.

Ashley Tisdale, best known for her role as Sharpay Evans in the High School Musical trilogy, was spotted Friday as she made her way to the gym. Appropriately dressed for the occasion, Ashley wore a casual “Blondes Do It Better” T-shirt and a pair of comfy yoga pants. Obviously a fan of Twilight, she is carrying with her a reusable (eco-friendly!) Team Edward water bottle. But what caught my eye was her beautiful Fendi Spy Handbag. It’s the Fendi Spy-Zucca Embossed Leather and Fabric Handbag to be exact, one of the designer’s latest renditions of the long-loved style. This lovely bag combines tortoiseshell, embossed leather, and logo-printed fabric for a very unique and interesting look. However, I must say, it’s probably not the most gym-appropriate bag in the world. Wow, it sure is eye-catching though! So much so, it almost makes me forget all about the silly statement her T-shirt is trying to make!

The Fendi Spy-Zucca Embossed Leather and Fabric Handbag retails for $2,050. Check it out at Nordstrom!

image: people.com

It’s that time of year again! The leaves have fallen and the weather is turning colder. Thanksgiving is just around the corner and Christmas will be here before we know it! Oh my, where has the year gone? It seems like just yesterday that I was having to remember to write 09, instead of 08, when writing the date on my checks.

With the days passing by so quickly, it may be a good idea to start thinking of potential Christmas gifts for that special someone. Nothing, in my opinion, is worse than waiting until the last minute. So what do you think ladies? Would your significant other enjoy a new wallet this year? Personally, I think my husband could use a new one. Of course, he would probably disagree with that. Something can be completely worn out and he will still refuse to get rid of it. But don’t worry ladies, I can be very persuasive when I need to be. Hehe… I’ll simply throw it out myself when he’s not looking! Okay, okay, maybe I won’t.

But in the mean time, I would like to share with you some of my top wallet picks. And don’t worry, I tried to include a little something for everyone.

Happy shopping!

Yves Saint Laurent Muse Credit Card Case
Is he a minimalist? This ultra slim case is perfect for holding just a few credit cards.
$145
Find it Here at Saks

Gucci Guccissima Six-Slot Bi-Fold Wallet
Simple bi-fold wallets are very popular right now. They are quick and easy to get in to. Plus they fit nicely into the front pocket of a pair of dress pants.
$270
Find it Here at Saks

Louis Vuitton Damier Graphite Florin Wallet
Who doesn’t love the Damier Graphite collection? This is something that will surely become a classic in the years to come. The tone-on-tone grays are so pretty — but you don’t have to tell him that!
$490
Find it at Louis Vuitton. (or maybe the brown Damier Wallet, on sale!)

Burberry Check Tri-Fold Wallet
This classic style is perfect for someone wishing for a more “secure” feeling wallet. The tri-fold design and snap closure keep everything held tight.
$275
Find it at Bloomingdales. (don’t forget about checking the deals for him on eBay!)

Coach Textured Breast Pocket Wallet
Does he like to keep things organized? This style is a bit larger than the typical wallet, featuring 14 credit card slots and 4 gusset pockets. Perfect for the businessman trying to keep everything in one place.
$198
Find it at Coach

The Chat: wallets!

Any L.A.M.B lovers in here? Although I don’t follow the trend, I’m a total admirer of the Street Look. The bold, bright, and mostly everything loud about it, I like, but couldn’t possibly pull off.

L.A.M.B popular Williamsfield Tote has got a new look once again, this time with a punk-like makeover to it.

The first feature that caught my eye (and probably yours as well) was those cool blotch paint splatters in bright hues. Look beyond the paint and you’ll find the classic signature webbing printed on this PVC tote bag.

Even more lettering reads “Love, Angel, Music, Baby” throughout, and as if that wasn’t enough logoing, a small white engraved plague sits at it’s bottom left side.

This Williamsfield tote also features two rolled leather handles, many pocket compartments inside, within an extra spacious frame for your on the go essentials.

Personally, this bag is hip and fun, but not my cup of tea. I couldn’t possibly pull this tote off, but this rebellious and edgy looking bag might complete the true artsy look in you. $295 is still the asking price for this popular bag, and can be found online by shopping through: Shopbop

The Chat: lamb!

I’ve never been a fan of the Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc collection. Something about Miss Marc has never been appealing to me, or fashionable. I must admit though, that I’m eating my words today. I came across the Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc “Small Hobo” today, and I think it’s adorable!

I personally don’t care for the color of the bag too much. I’m all about matching my handbags and shoes with my outfit, and I have no purple clothes in my wardrobe. If this bag was available in black, I probably would of snatched one up!

In the listing they call this bag a “hobo?” I’m not sure I would label in a hobo, because to me it looks more like a messenger bag. Whatever you want to label it, I do believe this would be a great school bag for a teenager or college student. By the looks of the picture above, it does seem like this bag is spacious. It looks like it’s wide enough to fit school books, notebook, and even a lap top/netbook inside it.

As for Miss Marc, she doesn’t look so bad this time. I usually never like the way she looks, but I gotta admit she looks pretty stylish this time around.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc “Small Hobo” can be purchased at Saks Fifth Avenue for $168, which is an amazing price for this bag. It’s not everyday you see a designer bag at that price! It’s a great price for such a cute bag!

See the Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc “Small Hobo” at: Saks Fifth Avenue

The Chat: miss marc!

There’s some serious fringe going on here and I can’t decide whether I like it or not. It’s those handles that make this piece stand out from the rest, as most of us are probably used to seeing the trendy fringe style dangle off the handbag itself, not so much off the carrying piece.

CC Skye brought this incorporation of gunmetal and silver fringe to its Leather Bridgette Purse, a handbag that will get a great amount of looks towards your way. I like the flap and turn lock style but although the chained fringe is quite appealing, I wonder if this is what ‘too much fringe’ looks like.

Your chains will swing to every move you take, and your peers might just be able to hear you as you approach them. Just do hope you can sustain the chain clutter off your arm, as this bag might just weigh you down a bit.

Pair this with dark clothing for a night out in town, and it’ll give your look a whole new meaning to the term heavy metal.

This all leather (python embossed) shoulder bag features an attractive magenta interior lining and a $540 price tag.

Discover the Bridgette by CC Skye and more though: Shopbop

The Chat: cc skye!

What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage are known for finding the most interesting and truly vintage designer pieces, globally. Just follow along on their latest finds and you’ll know just how serious this team of voyagers are.

My vintage weakness at the moment has got to be anything attractive by Chanel and sure enough guess who just got one classy Chanel bag in? It’s a Quilted Flap Bag in Camel and it’s presented by WGACA for ShopBop. The thought of how popular this style was years ago and how it still ranks at the top of many Bagista’s wish lists today is astounding.

As mentioned previously this is a vintage find, so a couple of flaws or signs of wear is expected. Even as I took a few moments to study this piece, it is indeed in good condition for something claimed to be pre-loved.

The color listed reads Camel and with the gold toned hardware of choice it creates an overall stunning combination. All the wonderful features of chained leather-woven straps, logoed turn lock, smooth quilting and more can be found on this piece as well. My only complaint would be the incredibly high asking price of $3,850!

Discover this Chanel and more via: Shopbop

end note:
Lookie what we found on ebay
for way less!

An authentic Chanel Lambskin Quilted Mini Flap Bag
by highly rated ebay seller fashionphile

The Chat: coco!

Adorable little miss Rachel Bilson has been spotted just about everywhere with her hot studded 3.1 Phillip Lim Edie Bow Bag.

The latest sighting – out shopping in West Hollywood!

Rachel is also wearing Juicy Couture’s new Ruffle Zip-up Cardigan and See by Chloé Studded Leather Ankle Boots.

Just in: Anya Hindmarch “Christmas Totes” are here..

At first glance of the mailer that popped up in my box this morning, my favorite of the bunch is the Vixen! Of course everyone else must like that version as well, because I just wondered over the Anya Hindmarch site, and apparently that style sold out already. Temporarily I hope.

The Holiday 2009 editions range in price from about $98 for the simple canvas fruit and vegi Market Tote and on up to $265 for a full-print (in my opinion more of an) everyday style.

What do you guys think of the new seasonal edition?