The holiday season is fast approaching and it might be time to think about a festive handbag to brighten your look. Nothing screams holiday party time (and “disco fever”) like a handbag covered head to toe in sequins! The sequin “trend” — as some people might call it — is something that pops up around this time, year after year. It is a fun, bold look that might not tickle everyone’s fancy. But hey, it is the holiday season and there is nothing wrong with showing your holiday spirit! The only problem is that once the holiday season has passed, that sequin handbag might not look all that stylish anymore. So to keep things simple, I have selected some wallet-friendly choices that are easy on the eye as well (read: you won’t be blinding people with your style statement). And once the holiday season is over, you won’t feel too guilty about neglecting your sequined selection!
Big Buddha Studio Bag – $80
What I like about this style is that it is simple and understated. This provides the perfect counterbalance to all those glittery sequins. Plus the chain hardware adds a little edge to all that “fluff”. The detachable shoulder strap offers a bit of versatility too. Available in Blue (shown), Pink, Grey, or Black.
Strolling around NYC through the herds of fans it’s Dianna Agron, sporting the Max Mara Olimpia Bag.
Miley Cyrus recently teamed back up with BCBG designer Max Azria, for the part two collection that’s sold exclusively at giant retailer Wal-Mart.
The news: The Center for Environmental Health has discovered high levels of lead in purses and wallets by the Miley Cyrus brand. On the official CEH website they most recently found three lead-tainted accessories at Wal-Mart, including a wallet that was contaminated with over 30 times the lead limit.
April 20, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: BrS
BCBG Maxazria Hilary Update Tote
Having a looooooong day? How about a looooooong tote to go with that looooooong day? LOL! While browsing over at the Saks Fifth Avenue website, I stumbled across this rather interesting looking tote. It’s called the Hilary Update Tote from BCBG Maxazria. See that thing that looks like a gigantic metal flower? That is actually a very large turnlock!
So what can I say about this unique design from BCBG Maxazria? Well, I like the clean lines and their intriguing idea for a turnlock. I love the mustard yellow color! I have actually been craving a bag in a nice mustard yellow color (I just can’t get with that bright yellow trend). And the pockets! I like bags that have easy-access exterior pockets.
Now that we have all the good stuff out of the way, let’s look at the bad. Why on earth is this bag so freakishly tall? I guess tall isn’t a bad thing in itself, but when you pair it with skinny it just looks weird to me. What happens if I were to drop something small down in the bottom of this bag? I’m not sure if my arm would be long enough to reach it! LOL! And since its so narrow, I can’t see it being very practical in carrying work-related necessities. Hmm… somehow I think this bag would be great for carrying a couple of bottles of wine. Picnic anyone?
The BCBG Maxazria Hilary Update Tote features:
Constructed of soft, smooth leather
Double shoulder straps with a 9″ drop
Two outside snap pockets
One interior zippered pocket
Two interior slip pockets
Measures 11½”W X 15½”H X 4″D
Retails for $328
Available at Saks Fifth Avenue where they are currently offering free shipping on all orders over $150.
