It seems that when it comes to Fendi handbags, things could go either way. Either the bag is crazy gorgeous or it leaves you wondering “what the heck”. Not too often does a bag seem to fall somewhere between these two extremes. But you know what? I think the Fendi Striped Eel Clutch is just that. Not that that is a bad thing though! In fact, I think this bag has some very endearing qualities that make it perfect for every day.
Luxe Italian Fendi goodies at sample sale prices, and you don’t even have to hop in your car. In fact, you don’t even have to move. Over at online sample sale website Beyond The Rack they just kicked off a Fendi Event featuring bags and scarves.
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Net-a-Porter is one my favorite boutiques of all time. It’s one of those boutiques where if you just plan on virtually window shopping, you’ll still manage to find something you can’t live without.
And most recently Net-a-Porter has hit the big 1-0. 10 years in business is such a huge accomplishment – happy birthday!
Here are my top 10 favorite purses! Just a little note: below are my current top 10 favorite bags on the website, that are currently available.
Loving this oh-so-fabulous, opulent glamorous Valentino Glam evening clutch! It combines black tulle roses, delicate feathers and crystal detailing along the front. The basics include a snap clasp at top, an internal pouch, a silver-tone chain link handle that can be hidden inside the bag and is fully lined in black satin. Such a spectacular piece, worthy of any evening event. retails for $2,340.
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I love how dramatic this clutch is! Black and nude lace cover this long box style clutch by Alexander McQueen. It’s topped off with my favorite detail, the jewel and skull-embellished knuckle duster clasp! Right now on nap it’s only available in gold-tone hardware with black leather lining. retails for $2,295.
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Peekaboo in crisp white! A Spring / summer must-have in every bagdrobe. But this isn’t your ordinary white tote, this beauty comes dressed in luxurious python and topped off with gold-tone metal hardware. A perfect combination. Other details include a handle at top, logo-embossed turnlock fastenings at top, pouch compartments at front and back, push-stud fastening straps at each side, a long detachable shoulder strap and an internal zipped compartment and has a nude canvas lining. retails for $5,360.
Not everyone is a fan of the pebble-y texture of ostrich, but I sure am! The Mulberry Bayswater is back for yet another season, this time around dressed in a stone ostrich-leather and accessorized with gold-tone designer-embossed turn-lock fastening at front. Other details include dual handles at top, gold-tone hardware, feet on the base, gray suede lining, concealed buckles at the side to expand the bag, internal zipped and pouch pockets and a padlock and keys tag attached. retails for $5,000.
I’m experiencing a bit of déjà vu here. It seems like I was just talking about the Fendi Peekaboo Tote. Wait… I was just talking about the Fendi Peekaboo Tote over at Bag Bliss last month! But here it is again (in all its glory), hanging from the arm of Blake Lively! The Gossip Girl was spotted outside the studio where she had been shooting the first few episodes of the show’s fourth season. So what’s so special about Blake’s Fendi Peekaboo Tote? Her bag is the ultra gorgeous all-python version. Yowza! Now that is one gorgeous bag! And one major investment piece! Well, at least the style is super practical. I really like the double compartment design, it’s perfect for keeping your things organized. Plus it looks awesome with Blake’s outfit. Although I’m not sure if I can forgive her for wearing Pepto-pink, super wide-leg pants. Yikes! I guess I should be thankful that she is at least color-coordinated.
Blake’s version of the Fendi Peekaboo Tote sells for well over $5,000. But you can find other, more reasonably priced versions of this lovely bag at Nordstrom.
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Well here’s a familiar face! Or should I say, familiar handbag? The Fendi Peekaboo Tote has been around for quite some time now. But it never seems to get old, does it? I wouldn’t be surprised if the Fendi Peekaboo Tote becomes an iconic piece some day (if it hasn’t already happened, that is). What I like most about this bag is the fact that it comes in a variety of sizes and colors. But this latest version of the largest size is… WOW! Introducing the Fendi Large Python Peekaboo Tote.
All my life, I’ve been a devotee to leather handbags. Only straying to fabric bags for the good old diaper bag or beach bag and perhaps a utilitarian tote. I turned up my nose at canvas, satin, nylon and other non-leather bags. Oh, yes! I was a snob about Prada nylon too! I now have to apologize, admit I was small-minded and must re-frame my opinions! There are so many great new (and durable) fabrics in handbags that deserve a second look. Designers that were entrenched in leather now embrace nylon and other materials. It could be that they were simply looking for less expensive alternatives than leather or even more eco-friendly materials, but I believe they’d made some great design choices as well!
Yves Saint Laurent Muse
Yes, the classic Muse bag is now available in nylon! Same great shape and style for $1195. The leather version is $1550. Not a significant different, but it looks great just the same! Perhaps you can pick up a great pair of sandals for the difference?
Shop It: YSL Boutique @ Saks!
A good friend of mine swears every time she takes her Speedy out with her, she runs into fabulous deals and sales. I’m not sure if I necessarily deem a handbag can bring you good fortune, but apparently the House of Fendi believes so. Have any of you gals own a piece you consider to be lucky or somehow magical? If you don’t and you’d like to contemplate searching for a luck full addition to your collection, the ‘Roll’ Canvas tote might be a great piece to discover. For once the repetitive “F” logos aren’t what stands out the most, instead, it’s the silkscreen print of a giant four-leafed clover reading Fendi Fortune.
