Juicy Couture has been coming out with the cutest handbags, and my eyes are fixated on the “Monroe” Embellished Fabric Satchel. It’s adorable, cute and would make any outfit look a little more girly.

The “Monroe” isn’t one of those handbag that I would use on a daily basis. First, it’s not big enough and second it’s not meant to be an everyday bag. I see this handbag being used as more of a bag to bring out that goes with particular outfits or as an evening bag. I normally don’t like small bags, but this bag is an exception because it has a cuteness factor.

For some odd reason, this handbag brings me visions of school girl outfits, or little skirts with sweaters. It definitely has that classic fashion feel to it, and would go great with a skirt, knee highs, Mary Janes and an adorable sweater. Of course, that’s just my opinion as there are so many wardrobe options you can use this handbag with.

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This one gives a whole new meaning to the ‘boxy’ bag, meet the Tai Dopp Kit Bag by Alexander Wang. It almost sounds industrial and it sure does have the looks to support that idea. If it weren’t for the word ‘bag’ at the end, I would have never referred to it as one. I see a closer resemblance to my Sephora makeup train case than I do to my favorite structured accessory, of course it’s like four times smaller as well.

If you’re looking for something vintage inspired, this definitely fits the theme, but I wouldn’t be quick to call this comfortable, as its interior room is limited as its top handle length is as well (that’s a 2” drop to be exact). With such boxy dimensions and structured leather you can easily replace your current evening clutch with this not-so-common looking piece.

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Are there designers you love, but just can’t afford one of their bags at the moment? Consider a little splurge on their special buys: coin purses! You can buy some of these little gems at a fraction of the cost of a handbag. What’s more, you can be a little more daring than you normally would be on a handbag too! They make wonderful gifts for your besties!

Louis Vuitton Coin Purse Chapeau
A little piece of Louis Vuitton would make any girl smile! The Monogram Vernis is just too fun and cute with its tiny little tassle and jewelry grade chain to clip inside your bag. The Pomme D’Amour, Rose Florentine and Amarante are jewel like shades of excitement to carry in your bag!
$390 at Louis Vuitton
or if you’re lucky for a Deal on eBay!

Marc by Marc Jacobs Anna Wintour Miss Marc Coin Purse
This darling little Miss Marc by Marc Jacobs is witty and fun! Black and white plaid with a fun little image of Miss Marc will make you smile as you make change! It’s petite size of 3 1/4″ x 3 1/4″ will fit in just about anything.
Just $45 at Saks Fifth Avenue

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The Rebecca Minkoff Best Friends Leather Pouch Set was first brought to my attention about a month ago by fellow TBFer FedUp. And I must admit, the idea is pretty cool. When I was a kid, all we had were “Best Friends” necklaces. I remember sharing a set with my very best friend, a girl I had known since preschool. But I got to thinking, we often have best friends as grown-ups… especially us girls. So why not be proud of that fact? And with these cute little pouches, there’s no need for a cheesy necklace! You and your best friend can show off your special friendship in style, wherever you happen to be. But if you’re not feeling the whole Best Friends pouch thing, I hear that Rebecca Minkoff has also released a Best Friends Key Chain Set for Spring 2010.

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I currently own a Louis Vuitton and Juicy Couture makeup bag, but that doesn’t stop me from looking at more of them. I have this weird obsession with searching for small designer goods especially cosmetic bags on the internet. Designer’s tend to make the cutest makeup bags and I always want to buy them all. I don’t purchase any of them, but it’s always nice to just stare at them.

It’s no secret that I’m not a big “Miss Marc” fan, but I have to admit that I like her latest lace collection. I love lace, and thankfully it seems to be a trend these days. I think it was a brilliant idea for Marc Jacobs to not only get in on the lace trend, but to also have Miss Marc apart of it. Miss Marc is literally adorned in lace on the cosmetic bag, and I think it’s stunning!

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Day three giveaway announcement — win the Tarte “Party Makeup Essentials” Set!

This is a go-to makeup set that includes glistening powder, cheek stain liquid liner and shadow duo, eyelash curler, mascara, and lipstick!

Benefits include:

Mineral pigments: color and dyes derived from natural minerals have been known to soothe and soften skin.

Coconut oil: Featured in the liquid liner and shadow duo as a non-irritating emulsifier with any-microbial and moisturizing properties

Grape seed extract: Found in the liquid lined and shadow duo as a lightweight emollient easily absorbed into the skin to deliver a high content of vitamin E and minerals help with fighting those free radicals.

Vitamin E: Found in the liquid lined and shadow duo as a natural preservative that also acts as an anti-inflammatory emollient and protect from free radical damage.

Carnauba wax: Found in the mascara as an emollient derived from the leaves of the carnauba palm this wax ensures a very smooth application.

Olive ester: Featured in the mascara that conditions, treats, and protects lashes.

Rice bran wax: In the mascara as a natural wax that helps strengthen lashes.

Winner will receive:

1. ounce natural cheek stain in Tipsy (sheer peach with a touch of shimmer)

.07 ounce mini glistening powder in Sugar Daddy

.18 ounces Indelible Wink liquid eyeliner in charcoal

.19 ounce Lash Hugger eco-friendly natural mascara in black

.11 ounce vitamin infused lipstick in Hatha (shimmery rose)

Picture perfect eyelash curler

This giveaway will end today, November 27th at 8:59 pm PST / 11:59 pm EST

About the event end note: We here at BagBliss and TheBagForum are thanking all of you, our dedicated readers for an amazing 5+ years. This holiday season we are throwing an extravagant 30 days of Giveaways Event, where you have a chance to score something from our stash of designer goodies.

1 giveaway items per day for 30 days, starting November 25th and ending December 24th.

The giveaways will be split up equally between BagBliss and TheBagForum.

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This giveaway is over.
Winner is Katie M. from Michigan!

I love Alexander McQueen and when you can find his gorgeous accessories on sale it’s a miracle! Sales on Alexander McQueen accessories don’t happen often, and when they do it’s best to snatch them up as soon as possible.

While browsing around Zappos, I came across an amazing deal on an Alexander McQueen cosmetic pouch. I love collecting designer accessories, and I’m itching to purchase this one!

The cosmetic pouch features croc-embossed patent leather and gold hardware. This may be a tiny accessory, but I have to admit it’s pretty fabulous. I currently own a Louis Vuitton cosmetic pouch, and I think this one may blow it out of the water. The Louis Vuitton pouch is classic, whereas the Alexander McQueen pouch is definitely more stylish.

The only downfall about this pouch is that it is patent leather. I carry so many things in my purse that I would be scared that the pouch would get scratched. Patent leather is known to scratch easily, and it might scratch up even quicker when it’s tossed around in a bag. Overall, this is a stunning cosmetic pouch to add to any accessory collection you would just have to be extra careful with it.

You can purchase the Alexander McQueen “Cosmetic” Pouch at Zappos for $156. The original price of the pouch was $300.45, which makes the sale price a streal! If you love this cosmetic pouch, grab one quick before they are all gone!

See the Alexander McQueen “Cosmetic” Pouch at: Zappos

The Chat: McQ!

Saks Fifth Avenue just started a sweet promotion – for a limited time, while supplies last, get a fabulous little Yves Saint Laurent Mirror and Pouch, yours free with any YSL purchase of $500 or more.

Shop the Yves Saint Laurent Room @ Saks!

Plus don’t forget to take advantage of free shipping with the promo code: SFASUM9

New to the scene over at Zappos, Dooney & Bourke handbags! One little fabulous essential that caught my eye is the Nylon Triple Zip Flat Cosmetic Pouch from the new Summer 2009 Sport Duck Collection, the Fabric Line.

Details: This spacious nylon pouch will keep all your little personals neatly organized. Features 3 separate compartments: one main one on the top which is zipper protected then two front exterior zip pockets for the little stuff. The interior is lined with hot pink material. Now for the most important point, dimensions: 7 1/4″ wide x 1/2″ deep x 5″ high.

The price.. ready to be blown away. A thrifty thrill, the Sport Duck Purse retails for only $30!

The pouch above is the little accessory to the new Sport Duck collection, bags freckled with the silhouette of a sleepy mallard duck. To be honest I don’t think this style is that bad on the Large Overnight Duffle style. It has a sort of vintage vibe to it, which I draws me in. And the price is ridiculously reasonable – only $148!

Side Note: It is very rare for me to actually come out posting about a D&B style that I like. When I think of the brand the first image that comes to mind is cartoon sketched, color crayoned bags from the Grafic Line, which is obviously targeted towards the preteen market. I’m in my early (come tomorrow, mid) 20′s, with a taste for designer items. So you wont see me prancing in my Prada Pumps down the street in a Dior Dress with a Dooney Bumble Bee or Candy Wrappers bag on arm. It would never happen.

However of course there are other styles, such as the more classic Leather Line, for those who simply don’t like cartoon images. Like for example the Dooney & Bourke Calf Large Zipper Pocket Sac.. simple, functional as a perfect day bag, comes in some stylish colors and most importantly there is no crayoned in graphic images. By the way, it’s currently on sale for only $185!

The Chat: Duck Duck DB!