September 24, 2007

The Jimmy Choo Cent Satin Diamanté Clutch
Jimmy Choo does it once again by creating this elegant lovely beauty, the Cent Satin Clutch. The purse is dressed in silver satin and accessorized with sparkly diamanté hardware. A bag that will definitely catch some attention. This nightlife beauty also features a flap closure with press-stud fastening underneath, and a thin leather shoulder strap with diamanté buckles. A very cute purse, but I would ditch the shoulderstrap. Or well at least tuck it in and hold it like a clutch.

Finish the look: Match it with the super cute pearl-and-gray silk kaleidoscope print mini dress by Rebecca Taylor and also a pair of Jimmy Choo’s Silver metallic nappa leather strappy sandals. All can be found at nap.

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Price: $995

August 9, 2007

Purse Trend: Black with a touch of Gold
Have you gone purse shopping lately and noticed the increased number of black and gold bags? They’re everywhere. From online to instore, this trend is all over the place for this up-and-coming fall season.

Personally, I’m more of a black and platinum/silver type of girl, so I doubt I would rock one of these bags. Well except for the Chloe Gold Bow Clutch. That one is just simply adorable.

What do you guys think? Is this black with a touch of gold trend something you crave?

Here are the bags:

Chloe’s new vintage-inspired Bow Clutch evening necessity will hold everything you need for your night out and will do so while looking fabulous. The black crinkled leather body features a magnetic flap closure, a detachable thin leather strap and topped off with an eye-catching big bold gold bow.

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Price: $900

Need something a little more structured? Block-like? Jimmy Choo’s new Carlotta evening clutch is a bold statement piece that would accessorize you well on your little black dress occasion. The body of this rectangular-brick is made of black patent leather with gold metal bars stapled on the sides. The mouth of this clutch is kept shut with a signature clasp fastening on the top that pops open to reveal the suede interior lining with lilac trim.

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Price: $1,495

It’s Zac Posen’s popular Aurora Frame Bag. Made popular by being seen on the arms of many stylish celebs like ex-Oc’ers Rachel Bilson & Mischa Barton. I wonder if any of the Zac Posen Celeb fan base will pick this one up for their collection..

The doctor-style bag is now available in grained black leather with contrast metallic gold leather frame and base. This bag also features matching gold hardware, clasp fastening on top with signature hexagonal detail, and feet on the base – because who really uses purse hooks? Lavatory floor, there’s already hooks on the door. Restaurant, I pull up an extra chair.

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Price: $1,500

As seen in Vogue Magazine for bags to have for fall, it’s the Anya Hindmarch Bogart Bag. Well I think this one is a lot more appealing than what she has been coming out with lately, uhh, “Girls Need Bags� – “I’m Not a Plastic Bag.� No words, a nice improvement.

This shiny patent bag is trimmed with a gold-ish-bronze metallic panel detailing, accessorized with matching gold hardware, designed with feet on the base (good to have), decorated with the designers embossed plaque, and finished off with a secret pocket on back (by your bod).

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Price: $980

The newly released Pierre Hardy purse has already been linked to Cameron Diaz. She owns my favorite version, the soft gold with silver trim ( *beautiful* ). This one, which is supposed to be the latest trend, is the black patent duffle-style (not really a duffle, its small) unstructured purse, which features thick yellowish-gold thin trim, multiple convenient exterior pockets for easy access, and a roomy interior.

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Price: $1,245

July 31, 2007

Jimmy Choo Carolina Oversized Clutch
Jimmy Choo has gone vintage for fall with their new rubbery eel skin Carolina Clutch. The oversized body of the rectangular clutch is dressed in black eel skin with watersnake leather featured on the front that’s topped off with a golden band that pops open to reveal a large zipper-secured mouth and a tan & lilac interior. This newbie also comes with a removable chain link strap.

I own a few vintage eel skin bags and love them to death, but many of my purse enthusiast friends do not share my love for the texture. It’s a thin silky smooth texture (some say rubbery) with long lasting durability. Eel skin has been proven to be 1.5 times more durable than leather of the same thickness. So if you want your bags to last years and years to come, and you like the feel of eel skin, and more importantly you love the vintage look then you can’t miss this new fall JC Carolina bag. Click below for more details.

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Price: $1,675

Date Added: April 6, 2007

5 Must-Have Designer Clutches for Spring
The last couple days have been extremely nice out here in the Emerald City, which is tremendously rare but welcome anytime. With the weather change I have come to a realization that it is time to trade in the white and black evening bags for something more fun and vibrant. A few of my favorite pieces that best represent my spring must-haves are pictured above.

Kate Spade Pasadena Maria Clutch was featured in People Magazine’s “style watchâ€? this month as a must-have bright accessory for spring – I agree a must-have. The Pasadena Maria is named after one of Los Angeles’ neighboring cities (Pasadena) for its well known vibrant hues found in both its wild parrot population and the Huntington botanical gardens. The pretty-pink clutch is made from a soft and glassy patent calfskin, trimmed with natural vachetta cowhide, accented with light gold hardware, detailed with the new kate spade logo plate and a roomy interior (five card slots, id window, and a zipper change pocket). Measurements: 4″ height x 7.5″ width. Price of this girly-pink patent clutch will cost you $225. Discover it at KateSpade.com

Miu Miu Metallic Leather Clutch is one of the only Miu Miu items that you can find for under $200. – and it’s worth every penny. A fun and glittery evening bag dressed in a sparkly lavender color and topped off with the gold signature with a buckle adjustable thin wrist strap and a gold signature on the front. This shimmery favorite is just the right size for your evening-essentials. Measurements: 5â€? height x 8â€? width. Price of the Miu Miu Metallic is $170. Spot it today, in other colors at net-a-porter.com

V.B.H. Glitter Envelope Clutch is a simple but classic looking evening purse which will never go out of style and can be used time and time again. So don’t worry, you don’t have to eBay this beauty off at the end of the season to make way for a new purse purchase ;) The body of the V.B.H. Envelope clutch is covered in eye-catching gold glitter and accented with yellow thread stitching trim, gold hardware, three gold beads on front and is secured by a flap. The interior is lined with mustard suede and a gold numbered edition plaque on inside. Measurements: 5� height x 11.5� width. The price to get your hands on this V.B.H. Glitter Envelope Clutch will cost you $850. Learn more about this clutch at net-a-porter.com

Jimmy Choo Mave Foldover Clutch has already been seen in the arms of at least a dozen or so of our favorite celebrities – such as (off the top of my head) Victoria Beckham, Naomi Watts, Lindsay Lohan, Mischa Barton, Tara Reid and Paris Hilton. The Jimmy Choo Mave Clutch is designed with a zip top closure that flaps down and snaps shut with a secure magnet for extra security. Other features include the detachable wrist strap and an exterior easy access zip pocket. The bag is lined in tan suede with lilac trim and has an internal pocket. Measurements: 9.5″ height x 13″ length x 2″ width. Price of this gem will set you back $895 for the small and $1,250 for the large size. Discover it today at Saks.com

Emilio Pucci Clutch is a vintage-inspired radiant evening bag dressed in a silk satin fabric with a matte gold frame and topped off with an oversized clasp with the designer name embossed. So you’re thinking – where’s the psychedelic print? Emilio Pucci is well-known for their instantly recognizable vibrant eye-catching prints that just burst with style. Instead of dressing the bag with the pattern, Pucci decided to line the bag with the signature. This Pucci purse is big enough to hold just the essentials. Measurements: 4� height x 8� width. The price of this luscious purple silk clutch is $690. Spot it today at net-a-porter.

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Date Added: March 29, 2007

Celebrities and their Jimmy Choo Foldover Clutch
First it was Victoria Beckham photographed all over LA and on a recent trip to England with the new Jimmy Choo Foldover Clutch, now it appears that Naomi Watts jumped on the purse-train and got her hands on this little stunner.

The Jimmy Choo Foldover is newbie on the store shelves. Its leather body is designed with a zip top closure that flaps down and snaps shut with a secure magnet for extra security. Other features include the detachable wrist strap, suede interior, and an exterior easy access zip pocket. Measurements: 9.5″ height x 13″ length x 2″ width. Price: $1,250. At this moment Saks.com only has the color black in stock, but hopefully in the near future they will get other colors in stock. For example, the Mave Blue! The black one is lovely, but have you seen this bag in the electric blue Mave color? Oh it is to kill die for!

> More pictures of Victoria Beckham in England with her Jimmy Choo purse at side after the mini-jump

> More candids of Naomi Watts with her JC clutch at the opening night of “Talk Radio” after the mini-jump

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December 11, 2006

Jimmy Choo Ramona Zebra-Print Tote
The classic Jimmy Choo Ramona is all glammed up for the Cruise 2006 Season. The Ramona is dressed up in a black on white zebra print calf hair dress and features a drawstring top through the duo silver rings and topped off with the signature Jimmy Choo logo push-lock closure.

Via Neiman Marcus you can discover this bag for $2,450.

eBay Alert for the Jimmy Choo Ramona
Sorry, I couldn’t locate any Zebra Print Ramona’s on eBay, but I did locate some other lovely versions.
* Jimmy Choo Ramona in patent in the color burgundy in new with tags condition. Current bid is up to $400. 15 hours left happy bidding!

* Jimmy Choo Ramona in the color brown in new with tags condition. The buy it now price $1,099.99. 1 day left good luck!

* Jimmy Choo Ramona in the lovely color blue. The starting bid is $1,000. 1 day left happy bidding!

* Jimmy Choo Ramona in the color dark blue in new without tags condition. The buy it now price is $2,295. 3 days left happy bidding!

Celebrities and their Handbags
Celebrity | Heather Locklear | Jimmy Choo Ramona Zebra-Print Tote
Pictured above is Heather Locklear strolling around the Beverly Hills Center a couple days ago.

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Date Added: November 29, 2006

Extravagant Designer Handbag Sale
Do not press that “Check Out” button! Well just not yet that is. Neiman Marcus has all of you online Holiday shoppers in mind – they are having an enormous Premium Designer Handbag sale. < The sale is not limited to handbags but includes clothing and shoes as well.> Most of their bags can be found on other department store sites still carrying the full retail price. So go enjoy some sweet savings!

There are way too many hot bags to list, so here is a little sample of the deals. Starting from the top left, in order going clockwise. . .

* Yves Saint Laurent Maia Bag – On sale for $1,397! You can find it at Saks for the full retail. This bag is stunning! Definitely on my xmas list (no hints or anything). Right now it’s only available in Chocolate.

* Miu Miu Jacquard Twiggy Tote – The price is marked down to $697! It’s only left in the colors ivory (parchment leather trim) / brown (jacquard).

* Marc Jacobs Striping Trish Handbag – On sale for $945! Still retailing for the full $1,350 via eluxury. Update: Get it while it’s hot! The Black / Grey version is sold out. Only the Chili red is in stock.

* Alexander McQueen Woven Novak Satchel – The Novak is on sale! Marked down to $1,022. I wish it was available in other colors, only the Cognac is on the chopping block.

* Fendi Buckled Shoulder Bag – Marked down to $1,302! Everywhere else this bag retails for full price.

* Jimmy Choo Glitter Karung Clutch – Pretty-pretty little exotic karung lizard leather evening bag, discounted down to $627.

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Jimmy Choo | Woven Calf Oversized Clutch | View!
Dressed up in gold painted woven calf leather, trimmed with smooth equally shinny leather piping, and topped off with (you guessed it) gold toned hardware. The Jimmy Choo clutch comes with a detachable thin chain link for the ‘strap on’ or ‘strap off’ type of occasion – shoulder bag or an oversized clutch, the decision is yours. Measurements of this clutch, well the name pretty much says it all – oversized 9.5″ height X 15″ length X 1.5″ width, safe to say you don’t need to leave anything at home.

This Jimmy Choo woven gold clutch is not completely new but not ignored. Lately it has been photographed on the shoulders of a dozen or more celebrities, one of which is pictured below. Lindsay Lohan I couldn’t resist posting one of her Halloween costumes.

Celebrities and Their Handbags
Celebrity | Lindsay Lohan | Jimmy Choo Woven Calf Oversized Clutch
I know Lindsay’s 80′s Punk Aerobics Halloween outfit maybe distracting, but try to draw your attention away from that, check out her lovely gold Jimmy Choo Woven Calf Oversized Clutch. I adore it!

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Date Added: October 25, 2006

Jimmy Choo | Coco Clutch | View!
The Jimmy Choo Coco hand held petite evening clutch is decorated with rows upon rows of gold studs with a golden lined cut-out handle casing.

If you don’t like the attention grabbing studded Coco bag then electronically wonder on over to Net-a-Porter (View!), there they have the simple plain black Coco for almost (get this) half off from the Coco stud – $750. Personally I would save my money on this one. The Jimmy Choo Coco with the studs is too rocker-chic for me and the plain black is (well, just) too plain.

Celebrity | Mischa Barton | Jimmy Choo Coco Clutch
Pictured above is one of the scanned pages from the Hong Kong edition of Prestige Magazine for October 2006. In charge of the wardrobe for this photo shoot was Celebrity stylish Rachel Zoe (no big surprise) – bag of choice for Miss Barton was the Jimmy Choo studded Coco Evening bag.

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