Miu Miu’s upcoming capsule collection for Valentine’s Day is absolutely adorable.

Simple T-shirts, necklaces, handbags, and luggage tags.

As expected for a Valentine Day themed capsule collection, each of the pieces in this collection comes topped off with the signature Heart ornament.

Elle magazine reports the items in the capsule: T-shirts, necklaces, handbags, and luggage tags.

What Goes Around Comes Around Vintage are known for finding the most interesting and truly vintage designer pieces, globally. Just follow along on their latest finds and you’ll know just how serious this team of voyagers are.

My vintage weakness at the moment has got to be anything attractive by Chanel and sure enough guess who just got one classy Chanel bag in? It’s a Quilted Flap Bag in Camel and it’s presented by WGACA for ShopBop. The thought of how popular this style was years ago and how it still ranks at the top of many Bagista’s wish lists today is astounding.

As mentioned previously this is a vintage find, so a couple of flaws or signs of wear is expected. Even as I took a few moments to study this piece, it is indeed in good condition for something claimed to be pre-loved.

The color listed reads Camel and with the gold toned hardware of choice it creates an overall stunning combination. All the wonderful features of chained leather-woven straps, logoed turn lock, smooth quilting and more can be found on this piece as well. My only complaint would be the incredibly high asking price of $3,850!

Discover this Chanel and more via: Shopbop

end note:
Lookie what we found on ebay
for way less!

An authentic Chanel Lambskin Quilted Mini Flap Bag
by highly rated ebay seller fashionphile

The Chat: coco!

Just in: Anya Hindmarch “Christmas Totes” are here..

At first glance of the mailer that popped up in my box this morning, my favorite of the bunch is the Vixen! Of course everyone else must like that version as well, because I just wondered over the Anya Hindmarch site, and apparently that style sold out already. Temporarily I hope.

The Holiday 2009 editions range in price from about $98 for the simple canvas fruit and vegi Market Tote and on up to $265 for a full-print (in my opinion more of an) everyday style.

What do you guys think of the new seasonal edition?

Just in time for the holidays. How great of a gift would this be to the one you love.. a one of kind Roady!

For a limited time only, YSL is giving their clients in the New York and Los Angeles area the opportunity to purchase a customized Roady. Also I have to mention, as it’s worth noting, this isn’t your traditional customization. The boutiques will have artisans on hand customizing the handles – choose from a number of precious skins (ostrich, crocodile and lizard) in a variety of colors, with a total of 29 different handles offered, each in limited quantity. The handle will be changed in the boutiques and be ready by the following day. And for further personalization, you can even have the bag monogrammed inside with initials or even a sweet message – this part totally complimentary.

The price range for the classic Roady ranges from $1195 – $1795 and the handles will cost $225 for the lizard, $385 for the ostrich and $515 for the crocodile.

This sounds so fabulous. Anyone plan on hitting the YSL boutiques to get their bags customized??

This opportunity is available starting on November 19th through December 1st.

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While scoping out the new Limited Edition handbags over at LuisaviaRoma, I spotted an interesting new take on one of Pauric Sweeney’s classics – the Overnight, dressed in a brown Python leather and covered with handpainted shiny electric Turquoise.

The Limit.ed Overnight piece is retailing exclusively over at LuisaviaRoma for a whopping $3,057. You think that’s pricey? Well For a limited edition, this bag doesn’t retail for much more than what other bags in his collection go for.

If you do like this bag, you better act quick. As mentioned above, you will only find this bag on the virtual shelves of LvR. And it appears that there is only 1 bag left in stock. Then it will be gone, f-o-r-e-v-e-r. Or until one pops up on eBay or something.

Stop off and discover the Limited Edition Pauric Sweeney Python Overnight at: Luisa Via Roma!

Finding a designer handbag that incorporates both style and trend with eco-friendly material is often a rare find. And Novella Royale has done just that with a beautiful execution.

Novella Royale is a fresh face among the designer handbag crowd. The birth of the brand came to light when the designers over at Novella Royale became inspired by the simplistic concept of designing luxury handbags without creating waste from new materials. Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse. An idea that we all wish more designers would take advantage of. So with that as their core model, they went about creating the most amazing one-of-a-kind pieces. The leather from each of their bags is hand selected and hand cut from vintage jackets! How many designers out there do that? Not only are the bags exterior shell made of 100% recycled leather, but each bag as well is lined with organic fabric.

The little studded piece we have pictured here is the “Clover”. Currently available in four, perfect for Fall – Autumn shades of Olive, Copper, Grey, and Brown. Measurements are about 13” length, 13″ height. Very spacious, no doubt about that. And the thick strap allows you to stuff up your bag with as much as your heart desires, without causing strain to your shoulder. The strap drop on this purse is about 34″, which is the perfect length to either wear resting on one shoulder, or slinged across as a crossbody messenger. And if you find the strap to be a little long, don’t be afraid to tie the strap into a little knot at the top. That would take inches off instantly.

Right now you can find this designer sitting on the shelves of PinkMascara and CoutureCandy. Right now, the new Clover is available for $644.

@ PinkMascara they are currently featuring a Novella Royale Mister Giveaway

@ CoutureCandy they are applying a 15% deal to all new customers! Code: firsttime

Jimmy Choo is known as the designer brand that makes women drool over beautiful shoes. Everytime I see a Jimmy Choo shoe my heart skips a beat. The shoes are gorgeous, but every now and then the designer brand has some beautiful looking handbags.

When I came across the, Jimmy Choo “Pep” Glazed Canvas Tote I was surprised! When I think of Jimmy Choo, I think of a designer brand that is classy and sophisticated looking. To see that the “Pep” Glazed Tote was made by Jimmy Choo was appalling and shocking at the same time.

I do not like anything about this bag. To me, this bag looks like an absolute mess. You got flags, jewels, lips, and even shoes featured on the bag. If you examine the bag, it really does look like magazine cut outs. The bag is all over the place, and I don’t understand the theme of it at all.

I’m not sure who would actually carry this tote around. I suppose those who love edgy fashion might have an appreciation for this handbag. All I know is that, my wardrobe is edgy for the most part and I despise this bag. I could never see myself using this bag, but of course that is just my opinion. If you happen to love this bag, then rock it out because I know I never could.

The Jimmy Choo “Pep” Glazed Canvas Tote can be purchased at Nordstrom for $995, which I think is ridiculous for this bag. The bag is not cute at all, and the price is way too high. I would think this bag would cost $400 at the most, but when you’re dealing with Jimmy Choo you can never expect a low price. Sorry Jimmy Choo, but this bag get an F in my book.

See the Jimmy Choo “Pep” Glazed Canvas Tote at: Nordstrom

end note: Jimmy Choo will donate 25% of net sales from the Project PEP collection to the Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa.

The Chat: project pep!

What’s better than finding an amazing Carlos Falchi bag at a sample sale price? Carlos Falchi at Tar-jay for under $50. So frugal!

Sunday November 1st the limited edition Carlos Falchi bag collection will hit your neighborhood Target, and will also be available at a click of a mouse away online. Be prepared for all the favorites to get snatched up first! If you’re not there within hours of the doors opening (online as well) you may find that some inventory will sell out fast.

The capsule collection includes his signature hobos, bags, messengers and satchels with prices ranging from $19.99 to $49.99 (compare that to the $1,000-$4,000 for his high-end line). The bags will be slightly less extravagant as his high-end line, which means of course don’t expect to see any of his signature exotic bags there, but rather all synthetic. The line will feature his classic design looks, only made with faux-snake, in jewel tones of teal and purple and also shades of greys, browns and blacks.

Undoubtedly the bags will be amazing. The Brazilian-born designer has been designing breathtaking bags for over 3 decades and is well known for his signature handbags and use of exotic skins, fine leathers and vibrant color combinations.

Below is your sneak peek into the Carlos Falchi for Target Collection:

images: target