Archive for January, 2011

With a New Year comes a new look for one of Burberry’s most carefree tote bags. What’s not to love about the Check Packable Totes? As soon as they hit the market a while back, they made the perfect fit to whatever category of Bagista its owner fell into.

The moms, students, traveler and store hoppers all fell fond of this lightweight, minimal maintenance tote bag. The double flat handles, flexible nylon lining and the roomy adjusting draw stings are still in its original place, but it’s the featured check pattern that gives this tote something new to rave about.

Burberry converts its check classic plaid to brush strokes plaid giving it a fresh new look that arrives just in time for Spring. The vibrant oversized strokes are sure to compliment your daily look, something most oversized designer patterns fail to do.

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Fashionista’s get excited! Now, there’s one more place that offers Yves Saint Laurent to make it more accessible. Nordstrom! Available online and in stores, you can find some of your favorite items from the line. Amazing shoes and better yet some of my favorite handbag designs!

You know I’m enthusiastic about the Roady. Nordstrom has it in Ocean (similar to Marine at Saks) for $1295 and also in a beautiful white ivory and nero (black) trim for $1795. The white ivory option is quite lovely. The juxtaposition of the black trim and handle are a nod to this season’s interest in color-blocking without being overly trendy. Which is a good thing as this is a bag that you will carry for years to come. Since ivory is an all season color, you’ll be able to carry it year-round!

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Ready for a little Monday sample sale action? Well you’re in luck! There are plenty of deals going on..

Over at RueLaLa enjoy 60+% off on Carlos Falchi’s signature python handbags.

Then over at Billion Dollar Babes there’s a Designer Handbag Event that’s not to be missed. From Chanel, Chloe, Louis Vuitton and More!

Next stop, Ideeli and check out the selection of LAMB handbags!

And finally save on Gucci handbags and accessories over at Beyond the Rack. Also check out the Prada and Coach sale events. They started over the weekend but there are still a bunch of bags available.

This week is off to a great start!

Happy sample saling…

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! And what better way to celebrate than with a cute Valentine’s Day accessory? Oh my gosh, my jaw just about hit the floor when I say the new Louis Vuitton Vernis Heart Coin Purse in Leopard! It is so adorable in the Blanc Corail (White/Coral Pink). I love it! But for almost $500? Yikes! I think I might want to save my money and put it toward an actual handbag. So I decided to do a little digging to see what sorts of Valentine’s Day accessories I could uncover for a bagista on a budget. What I found was a collection of affordable accessories that you won’t feel guilty about once it’s time to store them in your closet for about 11 months. So get yourself a little gift this Valentine’s Day! And gentlemen? If you’re out there, then you might want to take note! These are some great gift ideas for that special handbag lover in your life!

Fendi Zucca Multi Graffiti Heart Coin Pouch
$270
For a lot less than the Louis Vuitton version, you can get that cute heart shaped coin purse look. The graffiti print is bright and playful. It would be so much fun opening up your handbag and finding this colorful little surprise inside!
Available exclusively at Saks!
Shop the Fendi Boutique at Saks Fifth Avenue

Juicy Couture 3D Heart Velour Daydreamer Tote
$248
The feel of Marc Jacobs with the added twist of Juicy’s signature velour! I love the varying shades of pink and chocolate brown trim.
Find it at Zappos!

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It’s giveaway time! For our latest giveaway, our friends over at StefaniBags are teaming up with us for a Botkier Haven Satchel Giveaway! The luxe soft Italian Pearly Grey Lambskin bag (retail $545) is the perfect addition to any bagista’s accessory wardrobe.

It’s gorgeous without sacrificing function. The bag is spacious enough to carry all that you need for your daily trips (measures 11″ height x 13.5″ width x 4″ depth) plus it comes with dual straps (the longer one is detachable).

To sign up all you have to do is follow these two simple steps to get your name tossed in the drawing pool.

First you must visit FaceBook and “LIKE” both BagBliss and StefaniBags.

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As I say over and over again, I love clutches especially evening ones. Usually, when you carry an evening clutch it’s too compliment a really beautiful outfit you are wearing. To me, you can wear the most gorgeous fashion piece ever, but if you don’t have the right accessories to go with the outfit you just killed your fashion statement. As I always say, accessories finish an outfit.

One of my favorite evening clutches is the Alexander McQueen “Skull” clutch. I absolutely love how each one is basically the same thing just styled differently. Even though each one looks completely different than the next one, they are all so beautiful especially in detail.

When I say the “Crystal” Skull Clutch, I was in heaven. This is by far one of the most beautiful Alexander McQueen clutches I have ever seen! I have a secret obsession with crystals and I think they look good on just about any evening clutch. When I think of an evening clutch, I think of something with a little bling. So in my opinion evening clutches and crystals go hand in hand.

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Stiletto Jungle picks the 3 best ’70s-inspired trouser jeans for early spring.

These Yves Saint Laurent Metallic T-Strap Wedge Sandals are definitely befitting The Shoe Goddess!

Spring 2011 marks Milly’s 10th year anniversary!

And to celebrate, Designer Michelle Smith is adding to the family a selection of handbags that embody the same feminine chic aesthetic as her clothing line.

The new line comes in a variety of materials, from canvas and nylon to full grain leathers such as soft, tumbled nappa lamb, shiny goatskin and glossy patent with resin tortoise chains and custom made hardware details. The price range is $250 to $525.

Shop for it: millyny.com, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus and upscale specialty stores.

Have you visited online sample sale site RueLaLa today? It’s definitely one of those sites that you have to visit daily, at 8 am PST (11 am EST) on the dot, to get in and take advantage of some major designer savings – were talking 60%+ off. And as you can imagine, items sell out fast, but thankfully there’s a new batch of items daily!

Today over on the Rue they’re featuring Burberry handbags!

You’ll be seeing stars!

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