It’s that time of year when I diligently prepare “appropriate” wish lists for in-laws, family and my husband. I take into consideration whether or not it has potential for fulfillment due to perceived frivolity and expense. My in-laws are conservative in lifestyle and while they have three homes, don’t spend on high fashion purchases. My parents have been hit by the recession, so not asking for anything there and my husband thinks I already have too many purses! I tend to buy my own bags most of the time. So, what’s a fashion-minded girl to do? Since I don’t have the chance to ask for my deepest heart’s desire, I thought it would still be fun to prepare my dream wish list.

Vintage Chanel 2.55
Growing up, my mother and I were avid vintage collectors. We collected bags, jewelry and clothing from the 50’s. I learned to appreciate the value of high-quality pieces as enduring and timeless. I never ran across a vintage Chanel. Every time I get close to the new version of this dream, the price jumps up putting it more our of my reach. While I continue to lust after the new styles, I dream of finding a gently used vintage one at a fabulous price. The Holy Grail of a sort. Of course even vintage comes with a price. This vintage black 2.55 is at Shopbop for $3150 showing that had I taken the plunge years or even a decade ago, it would have been a better investment than the stock market.
Discover: Chanel at ShopBop

Nancy Gonzalez Tassled Bag
Every collection deserves an amazing exotic bag. Several years ago, I fell in love with Nancy Gonzalez handbags. It was the first time I’d seen Crocodile bags that were soft and supple rather than hard. I should have taken the plunge then when prices were half of what they are now. The lesson learned is buy what you love and buy less! This beautiful tassled bag showcases beautiful camel croco in a more ladylike style. It is an extremely lare size though, so it is sure to capture loads of attention. It measures 16″ x 9″ x 71/2″. A perfect fit for my collection! $3650.
Discover: Gonzalez Saks Boutique

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Vintage Monday kicked off today over at BillionDollarBabes featuring Gucci! They always have such an amazing selection of designers, marked 70%+ off retail. Last Monday they featured Louis Vuitton, then when you thought all the bags were sold out, the next day they add even more bags to the sale. So who knows, maybe we will get lucky again.

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What’s your input on backpacks with a high end designer name to them? Personally, I’m not too fond of them as prefer a handbag to a backpack of course, but occasionally I’ve spotted some tourists in my area with say, Louis Vuitton backpacks.

I spotted a backpack like no other today, it’s by French couture brand Chanel and frankly, I don’t know what to think about it.

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After seeing the Gustto Occhialli Bag featured during the 30 Days of Giveaways going on here at Bag Bliss and The Bag Forum, my interest in the brand was instantly rejuvenated. But how could it not be? After all, the bag was beautiful! And I have always had this deep admiration for Agathe Planchon. Her company began as a small, internet-based business. It certainly didn’t take Agathe long, however, to climb her way to the top of the fashion world and now her handbags are loved by celebrities and bagistas alike! Gustto handbags are simple, gorgeous, and unique. What more could a girl really ask for?

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If you love Chanel, shopping for pre-loved designer clothing and accessories, and happen to live in LA or around Melrose Avenue, you’re going to want to read the rest of this post in great detail.

Decadestwo is hosting their 6th annual Chanel Event over at their Melrose Avenue store on December 8th and 9th.

Expect to see hundreds of fabulous items from the late ’90s to ‘09

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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!

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