To be honest, I felt as though the bag had been ripped on a bit too harshly. After all, the bag was produced for the purpose of benefiting the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Admittedly, the Jimmy Choo Project Pep Tote is a bit flashy and loud. It is definitely not for the faint of heart. But from what I was reading in the blog comments section, it appeared that there were quite a few people out there that liked the bag and felt that it was donating to a good cause. But what if you liked the bag, but you thought the collage look was just a little too over-the-top for everyday use? Well fear not, my friends!

The Jimmy Choo Project Pep Collection also included a clutch! This lovely piece features a montage of colorful prints and images, including an adorable depiction of faux badge buttons on the back side. I really like the Jimmy Choo Project Pep Clutch because it is spunky and fun. And since it is much smaller than a tote, its wacky print doesn’t seem quite so overpowering. However, I would definitely suggest this as a nighttime-only bag!

Find the Jimmy Choo Charity Project Pep Clutch: Net-a-Porter, Luisaviaroma!

The clutch retails for approximately $615, but remember 25% of the proceeds will be going to the Elton John AIDS Foundation and will help women in South Africa to receive treatment for Post Exposure Prophylaxis.

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The latest spring/summer collection 2010 Longchamp Piliage to debut is called the “Bone”.
This is the 9th design that Jeremy has designed for Longchamp.

Find it, as always over at colette!

Sunday November 1st the limited edition Carlos Falchi bag collection will hit your neighborhood Target, and will also be available at a click of a mouse away online. Be prepared for all the favorites to get snatched up first! If you’re not there within hours of the doors opening (online as well) you may find that some inventory will sell out fast.

The capsule collection includes his signature hobos, bags, messengers and satchels with prices ranging from $19.99 to $49.99 (compare that to the $1,000-$4,000 for his high-end line). The bags will be slightly less extravagant as his high-end line, which means of course don’t expect to see any of his signature exotic bags there, but rather all synthetic. The line will feature his classic design looks, only made with faux-snake, in jewel tones of teal and purple and also shades of greys, browns and blacks.

Undoubtedly the bags will be amazing. The Brazilian-born designer has been designing breathtaking bags for over 3 decades and is well known for his signature handbags and use of exotic skins, fine leathers and vibrant color combinations.

Below is your sneak peek into the Carlos Falchi for Target Collection:

images: target

HauteLook is teaming up with New Yorkers For Children with 100% of the proceeds going directly to helping youths in foster care in New York City.

You’ll see luxury labels including Alexander McQueen, Bulgari, Diane von Furstenberg, Valentino, Vivienne Tam and more.. also there’s going to be more than just handbags at this sale. Items that were generous donated to the cause range from electronics to signed memorabilia to designer clothes, jewelry, and more. And again, remember 100% of the proceeds are going directly to that charity…

Be there @ H.L. when the doors open so you don’t miss out on all the deals! Sales begin at 8: am PST / 11: am EST.

A unique and indead interesting collection. But would you wear one? I know Mischa Barton hasn’t. This starlet who is pictured on a daily basis with a Chanel purse (and is known for her huge collection of), has yet to be photographed with one of “her creations”.

Would you rock one?

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In 1956 while pregnant with Princess Caroline, Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco was photographed in New York City by Life Magazine carrying the large black crocodile Kelly bag, which was used to cover her pregnant tummy. After this image appeared on the cover of Life Mag, the bag became a hit and was later renamed the Kelly bag.

Hermes created a limited edition Kelly bag for Artcurial’s annual Hermes vintage sale, featuring a portrait of Grace Kelly printed on canvas.

Guess how much the bag sold for… $80,906, with all proceeds from the sale of the bag going to Princess Grace’s daughter Princess Stephanie’s charity Fight Aids Monaco.

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I actually like Ed Hardy’s T-shirts as well. I’m not completely wacky over them, but I do own a few who’s designs caught my eye. So when I heard that Ed Hardy had handbags, I was definitely curious. A bag with tattoos on it? Hmm… my first thought was that I hoped they would not resemble Dooney’s disastrous Tattoo collection. Does anyone remember those? Hearts with “MOM” on them. Ugh! I needed to see for myself exactly what the Ed Hardy handbags were like, so I made my way over to their official website. Here’s what I found: The Sylvia Bag is Red Stripe.

Now some of the Ed Hardy bags, I’ll have to admit, are not particularly attractive. And some even resemble Thomas Wylde designs… only in a bad way. But this Sylvia bag caught my eye because of its bright colors and beautiful flower design. It wouldn’t be a bag for every day, of course. But it would be pretty cute out on the beach or just as a casual summer tote.

All Ed Hardy handbags are made of heavy canvas and trimmed with genuine leather. The prices range from $69 for a clutch to $275 for a large bag. You can check them out at the official Ed Hardy website

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This bag is obviously a collectors item, reserved for only the rich and famous. This purse retails for (get ready,) a staggering $50,000 (us).

If your average purse budget can’t afford this limited edition style, don’t get your hopes up, Louis Vuitton has the almost identical Sac Plat tote in black Epi for only $1,290 over @ eluxury

… I really do mean almost identical. Pretty much it’s the same Louis Vuitton sac plat minus being touched by Fabrizio and featuring the LCD screen, also of course the price is hugely different.

I really like the Sac Plat style. It’s a great everyday style. It’s the orginal shopping companion. The Sac Plat was created back in 1968, it was the first bag by Louis Vuitton dedicated to shopping. The size measures in at 14.3″ x 14.9″ x 3.5″. Which is ideal for shopping. Who wants a bulgy bag getting in their way?

For more information on the video art Plessi bag contact Hong Kong’s Canton Road location @ (852)8100.1182
Or check out the similar Sac Plat Epi leather bag @ eluxury

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Katie Grand on the collaboration: “Throughout my adult life I have seen the effects of AIDS at close hand,” says Katie, “So to be asked to curate this project with Gap and (RED) has been an honor and a privilege. It’s not very often you get the chance to take designers from fashion’s more exclusive areas and make them accessible to a wider audience through a high-street icon.”

Basically it’s the same Roxanne-style minus the (quality) Mulberry materials. Instead the bag has been reworked in sweatshirt jersey. Color choices, it will be available in both red and gray versions.

On December 1st the bag was first released in the UK and Paris to commemorate World AIDS Day, and in this past weekend the bag was launched in the US, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

On the thumbs up side, 50% of the profits will be donated towards Gap’s (PRODUCT) RED campaign, a Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa.

If you’re looking to get this bag in time for Valentine’s day, you will need to head on over to NYC Gap store located at 680 5th Ave at 54th St. to get your Mulberry-Gap Roxanne Bag. Exclusive at this location.