December 17, 2007

Vanessa Bruno Athe Slouchy Tote
How many times have you searched for a well-made tote that’s spacious as well as universal for everyday use, plus retails for under $500. And not designed by Dooney or Coach. Not like I have anything against those brands, but on most occasions when I get a “help me find” type of email the person on the other end says, please no Dooney or Coach. Can you blame them? Everybody and their mom, grandma, sister, aunt, maybe an uncle and even pet own a coach type authentic bag or (unsightly) replica.

Anyway, if on the hunt for a non-signature everyday tote, look no more, check out this Vanessa Bruno Athe Slouchy Tote, it’s going for a mere $334. Such a great find.

The slouchy-style body is dressed in black leather (only avail in black at this time) and features double arm straps that is just the right length to carry on your arm or over the shoulder (drop 8.5”). Other decorative features include the canvas panel detailing, buckle details on the corners, studs at the top, press stud fastenings, and a small zipped pouch pocket on the inside. The bag measures in at 13″ width x 13″ height x 8″ depth. So it’s the perfect size to carry really anything – laptop, files, wallet, etc. Again, only $334!

I love this tote, actually I’ve fallin’ head-over-heels for this whole outfit. The skinny jeans, sexy Vanessa Bruno Athe top, Christian Louboutin pumps and the Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace. All which can be found at net-a-porter.

December 14, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Round Up!
Oh my gosh I can not believe it is finally Friday! Finally!!! Before you hit the shops to finish up your Holiday shopping, you must check out these highly rated fashion sites below..

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Stiletto Jungle details how to steal Gossip Girl Blake Lively’s Lucky Magazine cover look.

Bag Snob shows you how to travel in style with a fab Burberry bag!

Create the mystic allure of smoky eyes with Beauty Snob!

Coquette says it’s time to cozy up with the cute sweaters and jackets from Frock Shop!

$7000 in shopping sprees & beauty loot are up for grabs, just for playing onine fashion stylist! Fashiontribes has the details on who, what, where, when & how.

Missed out on Cavalli for H&M? Fashion Indie wants to make it up to you. We’re hosting a Roberto Cavalli Liquidation Sale this weekend in NYC.

You can still win a Fendi hologram clutch from KRiSTOPHER!

Second City Style understands it’s stressful finding the perfect this holiday season, but help is on the way. Say NO to gift cards!

Take a break from shopping for everyone else, check out StyleBakery.com’s 60 Under $60 and find some cheap chic for yourself.

Celebrity Styleaholic Najwa Moses interviews fashion photographer Piper Carter from VH1’s The Shot.

Stylehive talks to Steven from Project Runway to discuss how he turned a wedding dress into a funeral dress.

Meet WELOVEBEAUTY.com’s newest celebrity stylemaker, makeup artist to the stars Kate Lee!

eBeautyDaily is giving gifts from Brad Pitt’s group Make It Right NOLA - great style for a great cause!

December 11, 2007

Tuesday Fashion Bits
Every Tuesday from here on out, we here at Bag Bliss will post the weekly highlighted fashion bits from our sister site The Fashion Row. Gift ideas, new collections, designer news, and so much more. So in case you missed it, here is what we have this week…

The Dishwasher Safe Swarovski Crystal Chandelier

Armani and Julia Roberts paired up to create the Armani RED Bracelet line.

Moschino is currently undergoing a name change and a complete re-branding of the Moschino Jeans Line.

Doused in Swarovski crystals, the limited edition Bond No. 9 Perfume is available for this season only.

Discover the Swiss-made quartz movement Hermes watch line.

Who does it best? Roberto Cavalli vs Chanel — Who’s got the best Mirror Bangle?

The purple crocodile cased limited edition Prada Perfume. Only 100 made and sold exclusively.

Calling all size 7 UGGS fans, discover the celebrity designed UGGS for a Cause.

Fortune teller inspired Coco Chanel to name her forever classic N°5 perfume.

November 30, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

From Michael Kors earmuffs to Fendi bandanas, Stiletto Jungle has glam gifts for her under $25!

Bag Snob dishes vintage couture with Cameron Silver, owner of Decades, the haute spot for Hollywood royalty!

Get NUDE with Beauty Snob!

Coquette loves the edgy mix of stud details in fashion.

For the shoe freak on your list, Fashiontribes found cakes, art, books, accessories & other fabulous shoe-themed gifts.

KRiSTOPHER gets you VIP access to one day only, online sample sales.

Papierblog shines the spotlight on favorite fashion ads this year.

Everyone could use some gifting inspiration. Check Second City Style’s 2nd Annual The Twelve Days of Christmas (Shopping) every weekday to see what our editors are hoping Santa brings each and every one of them…and you!

Holi-dazed? Head to StyleBakery.com for their Huge Holiday Gift Guide to find this year’s hottest gifts for everyone on your list. While there, be sure to play their Holiday Hunt game to win over 60 gifts straight from the guide.

HiveInterview: Project Runway’s Carmen tells Stylehive what went wrong during the menswear challenge.

Exclusive Giveaway: WE LOVE BEAUTY.com is giving 100 lucky winners a FREE Shade Eyeshadow from Hourglass Cosmetics! - Sign up to be a Beauty Insider to win.

November 16, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Blog Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Celebrity Makeup Artist - and new blogger - Sam Fine stops by 55 Secret Street with his makeup secrets - and red velvet cupcakes!

Stiletto Jungle found a Lush-ous way to do good while you shop: Lush Charity Pot Lotion.

Bag Snob is obsessed with the Devi Kroell shopper bag!

Beauty Snob fulfills the ultimate beauty fantasy with Bobbi Brown!

Whether you’re dressing up or dressing down, Coquette shares her favorite hats to wear this winter.

Get the “Gossip Girl” look at Fashiontribes…even if you don’t have a GG sized bank account.

KRiSTOPHER gives away a Gifts.com gift certificate. And she doesn’t even want brain in exchange.

Papierblog deconstructs the new season of Project Runway and plays Vegas bookmaker

Second City Style asks celebrities: Does middle age mean a fashion meltdown in “WTF Was She Thinking?“: Grandma Jezebel edition

Be prepared for any party invite this season with StyleBakery.com’s list of 10 holiday must-haves.

Stylehive gives you a sneak peek of Marc Jacobs’ Visionaire 52 Private - sultry, gritty, and edgy photographs of our favorite celebs.

Yeah, Project Runway is back and The Jewelry Weblog is thrilled, even if they don’t use enough from the accessories wall still this season.

WELOVEBEAUTY.com discovers Celeb Makeup Artist Paul Starr’s newest obsession.

November 5, 2007

Designer Purse Deal: Jas MB Scaled Leather Tote Handbag
Who is Jas M.B.? Back in the early 90’s Jas Sehmi established his accessories label, which was originally called IMB. Then in 2000 the handbag designer added more to the mix, by moving from not only working with nylon and canvas materials but with fine Italian leather as well – as a result, we now have his new line Jas M.B.

Pictured above is the Jas MB Scaled leather tote, which just so happens to be resting on the virtual clearance section of nap where it’s retailing for 30% off. This bag is new to mark down section, so I don’t expect it to be there for much longer. Use it as a chic oversized style tote to carry everything you need during the day or use it as a fabulous overnight carry-all.

The bag is dressed in a black scale-effect leather on the large oversized body with brass buckle detailing. The bag also features a large zip fastening pocket and a smaller zip fastening compartment on back. This designer tote also comes with double arm straps and even a removable shoulder strap. Make note, I don’t know if you guys noticed, but the straps are decorated with what appears to resemble cat puncture wounds to the leather. Or well at least that’s what it looks like to me.

Like the outfit pictured above? I know I cut part of it down the middle to make room for the oversized Jas MB tote, but you get the idea. The dress pictured above is called the sleeveless Shift by Hoss Intropia, the leggings are nothing special, you can find pair basically anywhere you shop retailing for about $30 a pop, and the shoes are the Inca suede ballet flats with swarvoski crystal details by designer Pedro Garcia. The whole look, including the bag weighs in at about $1,300.

Discover the Jas MB Designer Handbag
Price: $725 $507.50

November 2, 2007

The Yves Saint Laurent Croc-Embossed Overseases Handbag
Not everybody likes the feel of exotic skin handbags, which is why designer houses like Yves Saint Laurent come out with an alternative, croc-embossed leather handbags.

The newbie bag above is called the Overseas Handbag. It’s dressed in super luxe grey crocodile embossed nubuck leather with a gold chain and lock drawstring detail. This tote also features double top handles that are just the right size to snuggly wear over the shoulder, decorative signature toggle closure at top, protective feet at base for those of us who will never get use to the “purse hanger”, a leather hang tag that hides keys to the ‘Y’ embossed padlock and a super spacious tummy that features black suede lining with a back wall zip pocket.

This bag is croc embossed too, which is why this bag isn’t going to cost you an arm-and-a-leg. Well it does cost a hefty chunk of change, more than what the average person will spit out on a handbag, but it’s a lot cheaper then what good old YSL would charge if it were dressed in the exotic animal skin. How much exactly will this designer purse cost you? $2,220. Not cheap but it’s so dreamy isn’t it?

Love the look pictured above? Get the whole outfit at mytheresa! Shown above with a shimmery purple sleeveless silk scoop neckline top by Sweetees, the fabulously faded black stretch ankle length Citizens of Humanity skinny jean with ‘LOVE’ embroidery at back pocket, and finished off with a pair of pearly grey and gunmetal patent leather Marc Jacobs Patchwork Oxford shoes. The whole look, including the luxe croc-embossed Yves Saint Laurent Handbag will set your bank account back around $3,610.

Discover the Yves Saint Laurent Croc-Embossed Overseas Handbag
Price: $2,220

November 2, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Hooray for Hollywould? 55 Secret Street has mixed feelings about the new Hollywould for Target collection.

Stiletto Jungle stumbled upon a stash of Hayden-Harnett handbags marked down to under $200.

Be snob worthy, not boring, with Lanvin’s “New” shopper from Bag Snob!

Beauty Snob rocks the Limelight lip gloss pendant from Dior!

Coquette says it’s never too early to plan your killer holiday party outfit! Be the belle of the ball in shiny metallic dresses.

Fashiontribes checks out the new stay-svelte book, How to Eat Like a Hot Chick.

Kristopher wants you to style yourself into your own gift, with Christian Louboutin shoes with bows.

Papierblog breaks the fourth wall of fashion blogging and asks whether fashion and blogging are incompatible.

Second City Style thinks fakes are always a fashion faux-pas. The faux must go! Just say no to knock-offs!

Find your fall look for under $60 with StyleBakery.com’s Cheap Chic list.

Stylehive StyleSlides: Cozy Puffer Coats!

The Jewelry Weblog discovered some dreamy jewelry inspired by nature.

WELOVEBEAUTY.com’s Celebrity Makeup Artist Rachel Goodwin shows you how to get Natalie Portman’s look.

October 26, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

It’s not easy being green. 55 Secret Street braves stormy weather and spilled coffee to see beautiful handmade jewelry and fine crafts at Greenjeans in Brooklyn’s Park Slope neighborhood.

Style so inventive that Chanel tried to rip it off? Yep. Stiletto Jungle features the newest bracelets from Jessica Kagan Cushman.

Bag Bliss has fallen for the Limited Edition Handbag by De Couture. Only 50 in the world.

Forget the LBD, Bag Snob has the perfect LBT (Little Black Tote!) from Anya Hindmarch.

Beauty Snob gets a moisture boost for wintery dry skin with Awake Polyphection!

Kristopher’s tough but no punk, so she loves this Kenneth Jay Lane bracelet.

My Fashion Life meets Abigail Lorick - the designer behind some of the amazing outfits on the new TV series, Gossip Girl.

Papierblog looks at the social implication of high end designers with collections for children

If you don’t happen to live in NYC and missed the Princess Grace 25th anniversary hoopla, no worries. Second City Style has photos of the Sak’s window display of unique Princess Grace inspired couture outfits by 6 amazing American designers.

So you’re up on the latest trends but aren’t sure how to put them all together? StyleBakery.com offers this chic cheat sheet to help you figure out what to wear today.

Serious cute overload! Check out Stylehive’s slideshow of the most adorable infant and toddler costumes we’ve been awww-ing over.

You don’t have to fly off to Paris to find some great antique jewelry. The Jewelry Weblog has found it for you at the Paris Hotel Boutique’s web site.

WE LOVE BEAUTY Celebrity Stylemaker’s top eyeshadow picks for Fall

See Christina at eBeautyDaily getting rid of her wrinkles with the Rejuvawand home laser treatment!

October 22, 2007

Cheap & Chic Handbags: Target goes Hollywould
Creative Director of the fabulous Hollywould label, Holly Dunlap, recently came out with another fashion line that you’re able to score at any Target store. The new limited edition collection includes everything from daytime and evening handbags and shoes include clutches, purses, totes, shoulder bags, boots, pumps, heels, etc.

Price range of this new cheap-chic line retails for no more than $50. The shoes are priced at around $30 and handbags range from $20 to $50.

The Limited Edition Hollywould Target items are available through Dec. 16. Check it out.

October 19, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Stiletto Jungle asks: Would you “Cosabella Thong” for the cure?

The clever Beauty.com Fragrance Finder makes finding a new scent easy & fun, says Fashiontribes.

Got big weekend plans?GlamChic gives pointers on what to wear on a date with a baseball fan.

Kristopher digs boss Givenchy shoes that are a little bit country club, and a little bit rock n’ roll.

Music, fashion and bling! Fashion Rocks 2007 had it all. My Fashion Life examines the red carpet hits and those unfortunate misses.

Papierblog looks at the dearth of models of color during fashion week and looks at racism in the industry

From dramatically lined eyes to fall’s red lip, StyleBakery.com shows us how to achieve the look of the season in their Fall Beauty Trend Report.

Must have! Top 5 reasons Stylebites loves Nina Garcia’s Little Black Book of Style

Check out Stylehive’s slideshow of our favorite one-of-a-kind handmade spats, scarflets, gloves and more for fall!

The Jewelry Welog loves the new video she spotted on Metal Chik about vintage jewelry.

Ask We Love Beauty’s Ben Bennett: What are baked powders?

eBeautyDaily gives 50 beauty related uses for a tub of good old Vaseline.

Bag Snob dishes on The Louis Vuitton Joke Bag!

Beauty Snob continues a love affair with T3- The Science of Fabulous!

Take a break from your stilettos, but don’t skimp on style with Coquette’s picks for the most stylish flat boots.

ATTN: WebSnob Readers. Thursday, October 25th we’re filming a reality show at our Punk Vs. Rockabilly Halloween Party. We’re giving all WebSnobbers tickets at $10 bucks to come and rock with Fashion Indie and PMBuzz.com. Click Here for tickets.

October 12, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly WebSnob Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

Lusting after Blake Lively’s grey Gossip Girl boots? Stiletto Jungle shows you where to pick up a pair.

Ice ice baby! Bag Snob exclusive- the Ice Cube by Chanel!

October is Pink Month- Do you think before you pink? Beauty Snob gives tip on how to pink wisely!

Coquette loves the stylish Origami Bijou by Cindy Ng.

The Breed have been making the indie scene seem really lux with their collection of must have knits and layered looks. Check out Fashion Indie’s Breed-iful Picks.

Kristopher says this boss Devi Kroell box clutch is how every woman should style.

It’s all tantrums and tiara’s in the fashion world and yet again Marc Jacobs is in the middle of it. Get the lowdown at My Fashion Life!

It’s a smackdown between Milan and Paris! Second City Style picks a winner in the battle of the Spring RTW fashion weeks.

Get ready to click for a cure - StyleBakery.com has collected a slew of guilt-free goodies benefitting various Breast Cancer Awareness charities for the month of October.

Need a vacation? Check out Stylehive’s TravelSlides: The Hotel at Esperanza, Cabo San Lucas where you can get spa services amidst outdoor pools and gardens, indoor steam caves, and waterfalls.

Catch up on the latest web jewelry design news from The Jewelry Weblog.

We Love Beauty goes behind the scenes at an Allure Magazine Photoshoot

October 5, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly WebSnob Round Up!
TGIF! Time to take a break and read up on all the latest fashion news from other top highly rated sites.

Each one is worth the read. Enjoy!

55 Secret Street believes in cellulite creams. A little bit…

Stiletto Jungle features 5 must-have fall handbags that combine high style with an affordable price tag.

It’s never too early to shop for gifts, check out what Bag Snob is craving from Vivre!

Beauty Snob is obsessed with gorgeous undone “morning after” made up eyes from Fashion Week!

Coquette says Nude Pumps are the sexiest shoes you can wear this season!

Fashiontribes finds the Top 20 most chic, tasty, racy, fashionable & just plain fun ways to show your support for Breast Cancer research & awareness. Instead of cheap pink plastic or enamel-covered trinkets, think silk scarves, tasty cupcakes, elegant wine, cozy cashmere, and even a sleek Mercedes!

You could buy cookie-cutter stars, or dig Diamond in the Rough earrings like Kristopher.

Papierdoll interviews graduate designer Kim Foley on working with the big names in the industry and launching her own line.

Not every celebrity “it” girl started out with fab taste. Second City Style picks our favorites and shows you how to make your own celebrity style transformation to glam, baby

Stylehive gives you five summer/fall transition looks that you can use for ideas on how to make your own favorite summer looks last a couple more months.

The Jewelry Weblog reports on a new trend in jewelry home slash trunk shows from Luxe Jewels, a company who is changing its business model from showing how to make jewelry into sell more finished jewelry.

September 27, 2007

Fashion News: Weekly Blog Round Up!
For most of you it’s the end of the week, aaw tgif, however for me my week has just begun. Well sorta. I finally am almost over the dreadful flu, which has left me stuck in my home bedridden all week with zero work done. That’s a bummer. So if you are in the same situation that I’m in, with so much to catch up on, busy from work or caught that nasty flu that’s going around, here’s the latest on what’s new. Below are the top fashion related articles from other highly rated site. Enjoy your weekend!

55 Secret Street says hello to Vogue India and wonders - Brigette Romanek, Designer of Romanek bags!

Beauty Snob tests out the the sexiest Versace collection to date.

As the dust settles after NY Fashion Week, My Fashion Life asks if Marc Jacobs is better off Noble Youth Design

Diamonds are a typical girls BFF, but atypical Type A’s like Kristopher invest in a cheap and chic Kenneth Jay Lane ring.

Summer must-have fashions for fall? Stylebites decodes this tricky wardrobe transition!

Coquette says stay warm this fall while looking stylish with Soia & Kyo’s belted coats

Fred Astaire wore their neckties as sashes, while F.D.R. donned their capes to make history in Yalta. Brooks Brothers has been rebranding of late as a luxury house it once was, and Fashiontribes picks the best looks for female dandies from their new high-end watches so expensive, who cares of they keep time?

Even celebs know it’s all about menswear chic this fall. Second City Style takes you shopping for the must-haves

Spotted: Cameron Diaz in a Christo-look frock. Stiletto Jungle shows you where you can snag the artistic dress for yourself.

Ready to step out in style for fall? Check out StyleBakery.com’s essential Fall Shoe Guide for the hottest pairs of the season at every price.

If you (like 2000 other people) didn’t make it into our magazine launch party, do not fret. We have the video of what you missed. See it here!