January 29, 2008

Bag Trend: The canvas shoulder strap
A lot of designers this season are going through a sporty strap phase. Where instead of the usual leather or chain strap, the bags are topped off with a thick detachable cotton canvas shoulder strap. What do you guys think of it?

When it comes to comfort, I’m not complaining. Especially when it comes to a day bag that might be on my shoulder for 4+ hours. Like for instance when you’re out on a shopping trip, you don’t want to carry a bag that’s uncomfortable on your shoulder or that will keep you fidgeting every 5 minutes to keep from sliding down.

Pictured Above: Here we have a range of designer bags, which all come with this new comfy canvas strap accessory.

> Furla Elisabeth Medium Shoulder Bag – Impressive purple beauty by Furla. Comes in croc-embossed leather in a hobo-shape style with a detachable canvas shoulder strap.
Find it - $550

> Marc Jacobs Cecilia Bag – Liven up your day look with this vivid papaya colored Cecilia. Dressed in the signature MJ quilting with gold hardware and detachable canvas strap.
Find it - $1,2750

> Marni Balloon Tote – No matter what anybody says, the shiny patent leather trend is not dead. Discover Marni’s hit, the inflated-looking balloon day bag. Dressed in crinkle patent and features double handles as well as a removable canvas shoulder strap.
Find it - $1,260

> Coach Heritage Stripe Swingpack – Meet the newest collection to the Coach brand, the Heritage Stripe. The swingpack is perfect for the minimalist and ideal for the traveler. The petite purse features the Coach signature fabric with a shoulderstrap that’s long enough to be worn over the shoulder or crossbody.
Find it - $138

> Stella McCartney Appaloosa Shoulder Bag – For the animal-loving readers, check out the Appaloosa. It’s a great lightweight option that’s simple yet stylish for everyday wear. Comes in the color soft stone with gold hardware and a removable shoulderstrap.
Find it - $1,095

> Lambertson Truex Derby Leather Small Box Car Satchel – In need of some color in your work-wear? The latest from Lambertson is this sleek pebbled grain handbag in the yummy color tangerine.
Find it - $1,295

January 23, 2008

Stella McCartney Designs for LeSportsac
Finally! Last year we revealed the collaboration between Fashion designer and PETA supporter Stella McCartney, and lightweight American handbag and luggage company, LeSportsac. Well its been a little bit over a year later and the new line is set to make it’s long awaited debut when February rolls around on LeSportsac.com.

Here’s a snippet from FWD:

The 17 piece Spring/Summer 2008 collection, which launches in February on LeSportsac.com, is a 100 percent eco-friendly collection made from recycled materials, down to the biodegradable dust bags each bag comes with. They feature oversized hardware, or “shoulder jewelry” as McCartney terms it,” extensive pockets both inside and out, signature McCartney parachute pulls and quilted fabrics in two color palettes – “Pop,” which features eye-catching oranges and blues, and “Posh,” a more subdued, sophisticated palette of soft mauves and dusty pinks. And for kids, there’s even a bunny backpack to keep them happy…… keep reading and to see more pics

January 13, 2008

net-a-porter designer bag sale
net-a-porter sale: Still in action!

Hey guys, if you haven’t had a chance yet and you are wanting to save a couple extra (hundred) bucks, you should totally check out net-a-porter’s huge sale currently -still- in action. At this very second, 134 bags are sitting on the virtual clearance shelves desperately seeking a new home. (yes I counted). Above is only a fraction, a teeny handful of the gems that caught my eye.

> Chloe Katie Embroidered Bag: Designed in a faded black embroidered wool and leather shoulder bag with a double link chain. Also features a leather lining, a silver half-sphere rotating clasp and a small pouch on the inside.

Price: $1,670 $1,002 (40% off!) Buy it Now!

> Jimmy Choo Tecla Bag: A small black leather box-style bag with gold hardware. This bag also features a gold link shoulder strap, signature loop on front with buckles either side and a pocket behind and two zip fastening pockets on the top.

Price: $1,195 $837 (30% off!) Buy it Now!

> Miu Miu Patent Bowling Bag: Pearl patent stamped leather bowling bag with gold hardware. This bag by Miu Miu features a handle on each side, large zip fastening compartments on each side, a smaller central zip fastening compartment, feet on base and a small gold Miu Miu plaque on front.

Price: $1,240 $868 (30% off!) Buy it Now!

> Miu Miu Aged Leather Handbag: Dressed in a tan aged leather with gold lock on front. This beauty also features a single handle on the top, a longer length strap, feet on base, separated internal sections and small key hanging on strap.

Price: $1,550 $808.50 (30% off!) Buy it Now!

> Marc Jacobs Mariah Bag: Delicious metallic plum leather bag with gold chain link handles. This bag by the designer also features the signature dimpled clasp on the front to secure the fastening strap, detachable key pouch on handle and three pocket sections.

Price: $1,575 $945 (40% off!) Buy it Now!

> Stella McCartney Concertina Shape Tote: Gray patent concertina shaped tote with a detachable canvas strap. This simple tote comes with a detachable coin purse, two zip pockets at the front and two handles to hold.

Price: $1,095 $657 (40% off!) Buy it Now!

August 13, 2007

Stella McCartney Felt and Plastic Bag
Fashion designer and PETA supporter Stella McCartney is known for never using leather or fur in her work, and most of the time you will see her plastic bags retailing for (around) $1k+.

One of the newest bags from her fall 2008 stock is this Felt Purse. The body of the bag is dressed in felt with shiny plastic trim and also features multi easy-access compartments and a small detachable purse (on a chain) with two small handles and buckle detail.

I do really love the style of Stella McCartney bags, but sometimes I just wish that they were made of different materials. Seriously the bag is made of Felt, as in the type of material that is probably stickered on the bottom of the chair you are sitting on to prevent from scuffing your wood floors (image of felt pads). And the trim is plastic. Is that wrong of me to say, “I’m more of a leather fan then of plastic?” I mean especially when it comes to me spending over $1k for bag. You can buy a plastic bag anywhere for way-way-less. But of course it wouldn’t be as functional and cute as the Stella Bags.

What do you guys think? Are you a fan of Stella’s vegetarian-friendly Felt and Plastic Purse?

> This daytime essential can be found at net-a-porter where it retails for $1,250. Check it out.

June 4, 2007

Purse Deal: Stella McCartney Designer Beach Tote
Complete your summer outfit with a classic canvas tote. A classic summer tote that will never go out of style and can be used season after season without fear of going out of style. And right now the price to get your hands on this timeless designer canvas sack is at the lowest point to be seen out on the web, down to only $320.

Designed by Stella McCartney, this super spacious beige canvas shopper is signed with the signature Stella McCartney gold logo speckled on the side. The summer tote also features double thick fabric handles which are long enough to comfortably wear on the shoulder, an interior large flat pocket and a convenient easy-to-grab chain key holder tucked inside.

Price: $469
Sale Price: $320
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Date Added: February 1, 2007

Stella McCartney Deal Targets Australia
More Stella McCartney News! A couple days ago here on e5 we learned of fashion designer Stella joining forces with LeSportsac to Design a series of Limited Edition Travel Goods, well now wwd is reporting that Stella has snatched up a deal to design a range of fashion items exclusively available for Aussie women (LUCKY!).
Stella McCartney for Target wool / cashmere Jacket
Here is the excerpt from wwd:
There’s no stopping the deals for Stella McCartney.

The designer, who last week inked an agreement to do a collection with LeSportsac, today will unveil another collaboration, with Target stores in Australia, which are not linked with the ones in the U.S.

The Stella McCartney for Target limited-edition, 42-piece collection will be launched in selected Target Australia stores on March 12, the beginning of the fall season Down Under. The one-off collection has been inspired by key items from McCartney’s yet-to-be-shown fall main line.

While the Target logo and shop design in Australia are similar to those of Target stores in the U.S., the Australian retailer has different owners from its American counterpart. A spokesman for the designer said there was no deal with Target in the U.S. in the works.

“I’m really excited by this collaboration, ” said McCartney. “I wanted the collection for Target to reinterpret all the ‘best ofs’ and ‘must-haves’ of Stella McCartney for winter, and make my designs more accessible to a wider audience in Australia.”

The collection includes jeans, trousers, tailored jackets, dresses, chunky knits, swing coats, blouses, T-shirts and camisoles in a range of colors and fabrics.

Larice Lewis, Target’s general manager of women’s apparel, said, “Stella McCartney for Target will offer our customers a beautiful range of winter essentials from one of the world?s leading designers, at an accessible price.”

The spokesman said prices would range from 39.99 Australian dollars, or $31, to 199.99 Australian dollars, or $155.

The Stella McCartney for Target collection will be showcased as part of Target Rocks Red Market at the 2007 L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival on March 10 and will be rolled out to select Target stores two days later.

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Date Added: January 29, 2007

Awesome news, fashion designer Stella McCartney announced she will partner with LeSportsac, to design a series of limited edition lifestyle collections focusing on travel bags, luggage and baby accessories. Which is expected to hit store shelves Spring of next year. ( *wahoo* )

Hot off the press, today from wwd:

Stella McCartney is joining forces with LeSportsac to design a limited-edition accessories collection to be launched in spring 2008.

The collection will focus on multipurpose travel bags, luggage, baby accessories and totes for mothers with young children. The company plans to make an official announcement today.

The Stella McCartney for Le and shy; Sportsac collection will be sold in high-end department and specialty stores worldwide. It will also be sold at the three Stella McCartney boutiques - here and in New York and Los Angeles - and the five LeSportsac stores, and will be available online.

The collection initially will have 30 to 40 styles, and the average price of a bag will be $200 to $250. The deal with LeSportsac is for 18 months, and is renewable.

“LeSportsac has a strong history of making iconic nonleather goods, and this is a unique opportunity for Stella McCartney to address a new category of accessories for the busy woman of today,” said Marco Bizzarri, chief executive officer and president of Stella McCartney.

Bizzarri told WWD the new collaboration was a way for the brand to create a worldwide audience for Stella McCartney bags. “It will give her bags a wider appeal.”

McCartney has a nonleather accessories line, part of her ready-to-wear collection, that was launched for fall 2006. The LeSportsac deal is the latest in a string of partnerships the designer has formed to boost her brand’s profile as well as the bottom line.

Steve Jacaruso, chief operating officer and president of LeSportsac, said the brand wanted to “tap into Stella McCartney’s creative vision and take [Le and shy; Sportsac] to the next level of high-end design and style.”

He said the line would be innovative and versatile and the bags would appeal to a variety of women, whether or not they’re toting children around.

A Stella McCartney spokesman said the company would report its 2006 financial results in the late spring. Bizzarri said sales were exceeding expectations.

As reported, PPR, which through its Gucci Group subsidiary holds 50 percent of Stella McCartney and has majority stakes in Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen and Sergio Rossi, said the brands were “well in advance” of reaching their breakeven targets in 2007.

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Date Added: November 28, 2006

Purse Deal: Stella McCartney Crystal Evening Purse
I’m in love, and it only cost $180. Like always Stella McCartney has managed to win me over for this evening bag. Not only do I adore the framed shape but the diamante glittery rhinestone embellished detailing is to die for.

This Stella evening bag is available in the colors Pastel (above), winter White, and Azur Blue. Also, it’s not shown in the picture, but this bag comes with a removable 55″ long gold toned metal strap.

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Date Added: October 17, 2006

Stella McCartney’s Ladybird Appaloosa Boston | View!
PETA supporter Stella McCartney is known for never using leather or fur in her work. The exterior of the bag is made of faux patent leather while the interior is lined in brown faux suede. My favorite features of this Ladybird Appaloosa tote is the signature Stella McCartney circle trinket and a smaller detachable patent purse with gold Stella McCartney embossed plaque - Oh I adore.

So you want to get your hands on the tote? Well no matter where you search whether it’s department stores Neiman Marcus or Saks fifth or even the Stella McCartney Boutique, you are going to get stuck on the waiting list for this Ladybird Boston. That is unless your name is Louise Redknapp (pictured below). Yeah, the lucky woman got her hands on the hot red patent Stella McCartney’s Ladybird Appaloosa Boston. I’m sure Stella McCartney celebrity fans such as Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Moss have theirs as well.

**Update: No waiting list at Net-a-Porter. go!

Celebrities and Their Handbags
Celebrity | Louise Redknapp | Stella McCartney’s Ladybird Appaloosa
I have no idea whatsoever who Louise Redknapp is (without google-ing her name) but apparently she is someone special enough to skip the pre-order waiting list.

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Date Added: September 11, 2006

Stella McCartney | Falabella Lace Chain Clutch | View!
Stella McCartney (a strict vegetarian) will never use leather or fur in her designs. After Stella’s mother passed in April of 1998, Stella stepped up her fight against the maltreatment of animals, a cause Linda had always held dear.

For this Falabella Clutch, Stella McCartney (like always) ditches the leather for luxurious materials such as panther antique lace and silk satin to create this very sexy and feminine clutch - imo worth every penny.

Celebrity | Mischa Barton | Stella McCartney Falabella Lace Chain Clutch
How can you not love Miss Mischa Barton doesn’t, she just look gorgeous in this dress (cant think of the designer). The event was the annual Prince’s Trust Berkeley Square Summer Ball and the clutch purse of choice was the Stella McCartney Falabella Lace Chain Clutch.

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Date Added: June 13, 2006

Stella McCartney | Metallic Mini Waist Bag
I am totally in love with this one. It’s the Stella McCartney metallic mini waist bag. Yes, I was an 80 / 90’s child, maybe that’s why when I see this wristlet I have the combined image of the infamous fanny pack and wristlet zip pouch. I love it! During elementary school days I had a hot pink, bright yellow and neon green zip wristlet, similar to this Stella McCartney mini wristlet in function, but nothing like it when it comes to style. The Silver metallic mini waist style bag bracelet is decorated with an eye-catching signature gold chunky chain link with signature emblem. The little sporty bracelet bag looks so perfect for those out-and-about days when not wanting to tote around a bag, just the right size for a few necessities.

If you want this Stella McCartney mini waist bracelet bag resting comfortably on the wrist then check it out at Net-A-Porter

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Date Added: May 16, 2006

Adidas by Stella McCartney | $80 | Check it Out!
Adidas? You betcha! If I saw someone walking down the street with this bag I would have not guessed it was designed by Adidas. When I think of Adidas I have the image of big duffle bags with the big ‘ADIDAS’ lettering across the front. Well, that image is no more after discovering this bag by Stella McCartney. If you like your sportswear sexy and feminine, you will adore the Stella McCartney collection for Adidas. Designed for the girl who wants to have a fashionable more girly gym bag that doesn’t ditch function for glam. All the McCartney’s signature designs with Adidas are skillfully designed to combine chic and purpose. This line not only includes bags but shoes, and apparel as well.

You must check out this Adidas by Stella McCartney Bhoulder Bag. I like!

December 2, 2005

Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney was born in London in 1971 to Beatle Paul McCartney and photographer wife, Linda. She graduated from St Martin’s in 1995 and her final year collection had the rare accolade of being bought by influential stores such as Browns, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus. She launched her own line immediately on leaving college.

Her style of combining sharp tailoring with humour and sexy femininity was immediately apparent in her first collection. In 1997, after only two collections, she became the creative director of the house of Chloe in Paris. Chloe’s commercial success was stratospheric since her arrival and her collections and advertising campaigns for the house of Chloe were universally praised by both buyers and press.

Stella McCartney was awarded the VH1 / Vogue Fashion and Music 2000 Designer of the Year award.

In April of 2001 Stella McCartney resigned from Chloe and launched her own fashion house under her name in partnership with Gucci Group.

In October 2001 Stella McCartney showed her Spring/Summer 2002 Collection in Paris. Following the collection, Stella McCartney announced the launch of a perfume in 2003.

January 2002 Stella McCartney and Gary hume presented a collaboration of handmade t shirts and dresses at the Thaddeus Ropac Gallery in Paris. A silent auction was held on the night and the proceeds donated to RAWA.
source: www.infomat.com