November 21, 2007

Forever21 Does Marc Jacobs’ Hudson Handbag
Yep Forever21 is back to their old ways (did they ever quit even after getting hit with all those lawsuits) of replicating highly favored luxury designer handbags and spitting out a crappy cheap pleather imitation version.

It is far too obvious this time. I wouldn’t even have to tell the average designer handbag loving person; Forever21 totally replicated the Marc Jacobs Hudson bag. The Hudson was very popular last year and is currently completely sold out (try your luck on ebay), which I am assuming is why forever21 feels safe to put it up on their website. Anyway, this bag is a huge nay and belongs in the trash with all other faux designer purses.

October 26, 2007

Would you Wear this? Isabella Fiore Peace Out Jamie Shoulder Handbag
Isabella Fiore has gone retro for their fall 2007 handbag collection, one of the creations new to their hall of purses is the groovy 60’s Peace Out Jamie handbag. The big shocker, this bag costs almost $600. Would you spend that much on this 60’s inspired hippy sack? by Isabella Fiore?

If you like this bag, or any of the 60’s style Isabella Fiore handbags, then I would hold out for at least a month or so. Something tells me this bag is going to join the other unwanted handbags in the clearance section.

Discover the Isabella Fiore Peace Out Jamie Shoulder Handbag
Price: $595

September 19, 2007

Designer Zara Bag Pulled from Store Shelves!
What was Spanish fashion brand Zara thinking when they designed a handbag with a swastika on the print?

Fashion brand Zara is in hot water after a customer pointed out that their latest fall bag is decorated with embroidered bicycles, flowers and a SWASTIKA.

As well as being the Nazi symbol, the swastika is also a religious symbol for Hindus and Buddhists.

After pulling all the bags from store shelves as well as from their online catalog, a spokesperson for the fashion chain quickly released a statement of apology: “We did not realize swastikas appeared on some of the bags. Of course we apologize to anyone who was offended by the bag, and we will be withdrawing it from all our stores.�?

… “some of the bags�?

September 12, 2007

The Bulga Clear Vinyl Tote
It is a rare occasion for me to be blown away by a bag produced from the brand Bulga. Their bags are often boring in design and lack appeal. Which brings me to this bag, the clear pvc plastic Bulga Tote. The all-vinyl purse doesn’t show style or quality, or even some mark or characteristic that would show it’s by Bulga. It’s just a plain plastic tote that looks like you got from Target or something. Also summer is over. Why would you sport a clear plastic tote during the fall-winter season? That’s kind of a summer thing. I say toss in the junk bin. What do you guys think?

There is also this same bag for a couple hundred more in patent leather (brown or tan). Also at ShopBop.

Discover the Clear Bulga Vinyl Tote
Price: $410

August 7, 2007

Britney Spears loves her Replica Chanel Purse
It was only a matter of time before ex-pop star Britney Spears was added to the pool of celebrities who wear fake designer handbags. Joining the list with tennis pro Anna Kournikova who sports a fake Louis Vuitton Multicolore Speedy, reality t.v. star Nicole Richie who owns a few fake Balenciaga’s, American actress Michelle Trachtenberg who totes a replica Chloe Paddington Satchel, and now Britney Spears with her white-ish-pink bag that’s suppose to be “Chanel.�?

I didn’t realize how much she has let herself go until I discovered this picture of her leaving Italian restaurant Cravings last night in West Hollywood with this dreadful piece of replica-crap on her arm.

Nay Britney, nay.

June 18, 2007

House of Dereon’s Big Tease Purse
Let’s ignore the popular saying “if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say it at all�? for this post – well anytime we talk about House of Dereon Bags. From my view (and from thousands of other purse admirers), the bags are not classic or stylish. Some of the bags look terribly uncomfortable to carry. This bag in particular, the H.o.D. Tease Purse, features a super long shoulder strap that leaves the bag to rest on your hip side while the dangling tassels stretch down past your knees – Seriously is there a height requirement? Not recommended for those under 5’5�?!

The bag probably could have sold faster (and without embarrassment to the brand) if they snipped off the fringe detailing and ripped off that circular beaded embellished. If they do so, the bag still could have a chance. I don’t know why H.o.D. hasn’t come to grips with the fact that “less is more�?, I mean all of their bags for the last year have been living in the clearance section (that’s a strong hint). All of their bags are overpopulated with clutter details that distract you from viewing the beauty of the purse. Well actually, these bags were made in a China factory, so there may not be quality or beauty.

Side note: House Of Dereon is desperate to get rid of this Tease Purse, along with a dozen other unsold bags. For a limited time save an additional 15% off the already slashed prices.

Discover the House of Dereon Tease Purse
Price: $298 $69.99

June 12, 2007

Michael Kors Mesh Hobo Purse
I’m just going to come out and say it. I do not like the new Michael Kors Mesh Bag, at all. The link detailing reminds me of chain mail body armor.

This purse is covered in gold tone small metal rings linked together in a pattern to forming a mesh, trimmed with antique studded leather straps, and hiding behind the protective shield covering is the single pocket dark brown canvas lining.

Price: $278
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