March 22, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Alicia

Dooney & Bourke Rainbow Hearts Bag Collection
Dooney is at it once again with their latest, and most certainly not greatest, Rainbow Hearts handbag line. The new collection for Spring and Summer just made it’s way onto the official Dooney & Bourke website and is offered in about nine different handbag styles and a few accessories. And from the looks of it, this line must be targeting and is fit for pre-teens and younger. Honestly, I can’t picture anyone older carrying a piece from this collection. Though I must say that it’s not as disastrous as others we’ve seen by DB such as the Miami, Candy and Texas lines. Dooney’s fugly streak has been pretty consistent, and this line is just another member of the Tacky Club.

Anyways, the new Rainbow Hearts line by Dooney & Bourke features…well, a bunch of orderly colored hearts that barely allow the exterior to breathe. The prices of the handbags range from about $145 to $275. And shown above is the new Nicoletta Tote, which is at the higher end of the price range with a cost of $275. The colors used are red, pink, blue, green and yellow, which definitely give off a warm weather theme. So, what do you think about the new Rainbow Hearts bags by Dooney & Bourke?

Click here to see more bags from the new DB Rainbow Hearts line.

Designer Dooney and Bourke Bags can also be found at these locations: Nordstrom and Macys

February 28, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Alicia

Dooney & Bourke New Regatta Bag Collection
What can I say about DB? Their recent lines have caused many of us to scratch our heads and wonder who in this company would think that these horrid designs would actually appeal to handbag lovers? For example, remember the Candy line? Or how about the Texas collection? And you couldn’t have forgotten about those sausage-shaped Emma bags. But anyways, Dooney is at it again with their new Regatta line. Although I am not a fan of this collection, I must say that it definitely isn’t as dreadful as the others we’ve seen.

The Regatta bags by Dooney & Bourke come in white, red and blue. They feature a white leather trim, which is another thing that I’m not crazy about. Currently, this collection is offered in about seven different handbag styles, with one being travel size, and there are a few accessories to match. Shown above is the Large Sac w/Twisted Strap and it retails for $255. I think this collection looks a little sporty because of the bold emphasis of “DB” and “75″. It’s almost like DB is trying to dress up some bags in their own jersey or something. So which social/age group is this suppose to appeal to? The patriotic sporty chic who loves bags? What do you think of Dooney’s new Regatta line?

Shop for Dooney & Bourke at Dooney, Macys, and Nordstroms

December 29, 2007

WWD: Top 12 Designer Handbag Brands of 2007
WWD recently published their top 12 picks for 2007, and I am so disappointed. I mean who did they interview? Label whores? When I think of last years best sellers, or even memorable bags that could have been found on the lists of thousands of handbag fans, I wouldn’t pick a bag by some of the designers below. Coach number 1? How can that be. And Ralph Lauren? The only bag that comes to mind is the birkin-looking Ricky bag. I have nothing against the brands below, I’m a fan of a couple, but I don’t think this list is very accurate.

Click here to continue reading this post and view the top 12 list.

November 16, 2007

Introducing: The Dooney & Bourke Metallic Mambo Handbag Collection
Finally, new to the halls of Dooney & Bourke it’s a metallic handbag line that’s suitable for all ages. No stupid cartoon figures. Most of the bags in this line are oversized like in the overnight style with a few large purse styles mixed in. Since these bags are new to the D&B site, I’m sure there will be more sizes available within days.

This winter Metallic Mambo handbag collection is available in 12 shimmering colors – black, black/black, gold, hot pink, ivory, light blue, lime, pink, red, silver, tangerine, and yellow.