Extra stiff and bringing in some serious bling is the Two-Textured Leather Satchel by Christian Dior. A feminine crescent shaped shoulder bag is produced with an assortment of pleated pebbled and crocodile textured leathers. You either love, hate or simply don’t mind the array of different leathers, but what stands out above all has got to be the numerous amount of studs and hardware found on this single piece. Over decorated with grommets and buckles, I can’t decide whether I find this piece to be tasteful or tacky. I’m the kind of Bagista that likes hardware and shine on my handbags, but designers do tend to go overboard every once in a while on décor, and unfortunately, I think this bulky satchel happens to be yet another victim of this abuse.

After multiple views and never ending grommet appliqué, I’ve decided this bag is a nay in my book. Somehow, the excessive décor tends to cheapen the value of this $2,950 couture satchel. Ladies what’s your input on this handbag, would you buy this?

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The Chat: Dior 2-Textured

Dior Homme Spring 2009 accessories have arrived and so far, I’m liking everything. They’re simple, sleek, and available for purchase via eLuxury (dot com).

First up is the bag for the man who isn’t afraid to carry the unusual; meet the Zip Top Shopper. I like how structured this shopper is and it’s obviously perfect for the man with many essentials. It’s a good size to carry books, a personal computer and more.

The Vertical Messenger Bag is a more common style and has a more casual look to it. It’s a bit low key, and the choice for the man who chooses to carry the standard style.

Don’t like the vertical look, how about the horizontal Asymmetrical Zip Messenger Bag. It’s unique, modern, and stylish. I’m digging the slanted pocket with zipper, the flat shoulder strap with push lock closure and all the other cool details found on this irregular bag.

The Patent Messenger Bag is perfect for the man who isn’t afraid of some shine. Crossover bands keeps this bag shut while it adds character to it as well.

Notice the circular detail found on these bags? They’re purposely made slits for your iPod cord to go through. Such a simple concept yet its neat and functional.

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The Chat: Dior Homme

Ultra classic and stylish is the CDBee Cannage Deerskin Tote by no other than Christian Dior. Gosh, I say its about time The House of Dior presents to us Bagista’s something to awe over. I speak for myself when I state that for the past couple of seasons, Dior failed to impress me much with their handbag designs. Of course, I’ve always admired the designer name all together, but somehow, I felt like everything being released seemed just… great. So here is something quite simple, but definitely something I would wear. A large black tote with the infamous Cannage signature lining the bag at its sides. I love how its overall embroidered leather isn’t overdone or too busy. Minimal gold metal hardware including oversized grommets gives character to the tote, without blinging it out much. Dior doesn’t fail to add feet to prevent leather scuffs and of course, the fun dangling “DIOR” charms. Wonder why this tote carries the name CDBee? In case you can’t see it, an enameled Bee charm can be found dangling in the same place the DIOR letters are. What’s its purpose? I have no idea, but if you’re a fan of Bee’s, you’ll find this detail quite charming.

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The Chat: Dior CDBEE

December 24, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Deysa

Diorita Contrast Twist Medium Tote
Take a look at Christian Dior’s latest design. I apologize to any Dior fans out there but for the past year or so, the French brand has failed to impress me much. Sure I would run into some nice pieces, such as their great collection of small leather goods… and shoes, but as for handbags, they were just ok. Here’s a big eye catcher by the House of Dior, meet the Diorita Contrast Twist Medium Tote. How bad must this hobo stand out compared to Dior’s more classic and sophisticated designs? The whole body texture of this piece is incredibly detailed with twists of smooth grained and metallic leather strips, as if this was weaved by hand, just like a straw basket would be. Flat arm handles, gold metal hardware, and a zip top closure can be found on this tote. If only this tote bag would go over the shoulder as it’s handles measure a hollow 8” drop. Awkward looking, incredibly uncomfortable, and too trendy leaves me with no wants for this Dior. Plus, the $2,795 price tag for this piece is way out of my limit and quite unreasonable. Ladies what’s your input on this bag, would you wear this?

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