May 29, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: Jennifer
Emmy Award-winning actress, television personality and talk show host Kelly Ripa has teamed up with Electrolux, a new line of premium appliances from Europe’s leading premium appliance brand, to help fight ovarian cancer.
As part of its commintement to raise more than $500,000 for The Ovarian Cancer Fund (OCRF) over the next two years, Elecrtolux is auctioning off several of the actual handbags used in “Kelly’s Bags,� a fun, first-of-its-kind online game that captured the imaginations of tens of thousands of women this Spring while helping to raise funds for OCRF.
The mission of the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund is to fund research to find a method of early detection and ultimately a cure for ovarian cancer.
Help fight against ovarian cancer! Visit the ebay page.
So here’s what we have ladies:
Winner also receives a personalized note from Kelly!
The delicate detailing of this hobo-style Gemma bag by Jacquelyn LaCroix belies its functionality. Purple, laser-cut embossed leather is backed with neutral grosgrain and trimmed in pearlized taupe leather. Matching rolled taupe handle on each side with antiqued brass hardware throughout. Open, elasticized pockets at each end secured by spring-loaded catches. Main compartment closes with full-length zipper. Yellow grosgrain lining features a standard open pocket with built-in zippered pocket on one wall and an elasticized open pocket on the other. While LaCroix is a favorite of artists like Fantasia, Missy Elliot, and Jewel, the Gemma itself has been showcased on the hit new series, Gossip Girl. Includes original “sleeper� sack. New with tags.
The retro chic Adele clutch by Elliott Lucca contrasts a lightly grained body with woven upper, all of green patent leather. Matching leather wrist strap and zipper pulls. Zippered outside pocket under flap which secures with brushed, goldtone turnbuckle. Pewter grosgrain lining features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. The perfect size for a lunch date or evening basics. New with tags.
Gustto’s large Crocetta is the tote for Summer 2008. Made of imported Italian leather in “ink navyâ€? and embossed with alligator skin details. Dual pleats are topped on each side by matching leather handles/shoulder straps. Highlighted by oversize studs in simulated white gold. Main compartment has zipper closure with two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. Lined in beige, stain-resistant canvas. Includes original black satin “sleeperâ€? sack. New with tags.
The Ombré from Elliott Lucca just might be his most innovative creation yet: made of patent leather graduating in tone from deep magenta to hot pink, the bag features an external pocket in quilted, matching leather plus an unusual spring-loaded goldtone clasp which can be secured inside or out for two completely different looks. Finished with russet leather loop handles. Both the exterior pocket and main compartment close via magnetic snaps. “Urban Tribe” lining, simulated tie-dye pattern in earth tones on cotton. Interior also features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. New with tags.
A bright outlook is the order of the day with the Aruba by Elliott Lucca slung over your shoulder. This large drawstring tote is made from soft, woven leather dyed blue-gray. Finished with matching braided handles and brushed nickel hardware. The main compartment closes via multiple drawstrings with wrapped metal pull rings or the magnetic snap. Matching grosgrain lining features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. Platform bottom. New with tags.
The Rae wristlet by Kara James is the stylish way to carry those absolute necessities. Zebra print on faux-fur trimmed in black patent leather. Matching strap is secured at one end and clips to main compartment zipper pull at the other. Lined in tan satin printed with the KJ logo. Single zippered side wall pocket inside. Includes original “sleeper� sack. New.
Made entirely of woven leather finished in metallic silver, St. Bart’s Shopper is casual with just the right dose of bling by Elliot Lucca. Finished with a rolled handle on each side and further complimented by a pair of tassels (plus metal “EL� fob), all in matching leather. The main compartment features a magnetic closure. Pewter grosgrain lining includes two smaller open pockets, a zippered center pocket running the full length and height of the bag, and a single zippered back wall pocket. New with tags.
Made entirely of smooth patent leather graduating in tone from black to dark warm gray and back again, St. Bart’s Shopper is casual made elegant by Elliott Lucca. Finished with a braided handle of black patent leather on each side and complemented by a of pair of gray patent tassels along with a metal “EL� fob. The main compartment features a magnetic closure. Pewter grosgrain lining includes two smaller open pockets, a zippered center pocket running the full length and height of the bag, and a single zippered back wall pocket. New with tags.
Kelly wore this bag for her recent “Late Show with David Letterman� appearance. Big sister to the similarly styled Violetta, the Viola clutch by Cate Adair (perhaps best known as television costume designer on such series as Desperate Housewives) is rumored to be celebrity chef Rachel Ray’s favorite bag. A unique “winged� silhouette of crocodile-embossed, imported Italian leather. Removable gold-tone shoulder length chain. Flap secures with metallic closure as does main compartment. Lined in shimmering lilac silk. Interior features one open pocket and one zippered back wall pocket, each nearly full length. Platform bottom. The perfect size for a lunch date or evening basics. In used but very good to excellent condition.
One look at the Marakkesh clutch tells you why Elliott Lucca just can’t do little black evening bags. This small but roomy “pocket book� is made of woven leather finished in metallic copper. Matching hinged wrist strap and silvertone hardware. Main flap secures via magnetic closure. Main compartment with full-length zipper is lined in champagne metallic grosgrain lining and features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. New with tags.
You may not even want a dog when your pet carrier from Lucy’s Luxuries is this glamorous! Made entirely of pebble-grained leather finished in metallic sliver, the design features a mesh top and end windows (one is zippered), open side pockets, and a zippered secondary compartment (with built-in key ring and pen and credit card holders) for personal effects. Includes dual, double rolled handles/shoulder straps and drawstring detail with tassels, all in matching leather. Exterior further complimented by a pair of silvertone Lucy dog tags. Zippered main compartment features bottom pad which removes for cleaning plus a built-in security tether. All compartments are lined in pewter micro-suede fabric. Meets airline regulations for carry-on bags; fits in overhead storage bins. Also includes original “sleeper� sack. Matching leash/harness set available from Lucy’s Luxuries. New.
A bright outlook is the order of the day with the Aruba by Elliott Lucca slung over your shoulder. This large drawstring tote is made from supple, pebble-grain leather finished in metallic gold. Matching braided leather handles with goldtone hardware. The main compartment closes via multiple drawstrings with wrapped metal pull rings or the magnetic snap. Matching grosgrain lining features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. Platform bottom. New with tags.
This Pandora bag from the Monterey line by Cate Adair (perhaps best known as television costume designer on such series as Desperate Housewives) marries eye-catching detail with superb practical design. Simulated python trimmed in pebble-grain, all of olive-hued leather. Matching handle on each side secured by “hammered� brass hardware. Large exterior pocket with magnetically secured flap highlighted by a pair of matching leather tassels. Main compartment secures courtesy two magnetic closures. Lined in iridescent, two-tone, purple/gold silk. Interior features one, large, zippered pocket on each side plus an additional smaller zippered pocket at the rear and two open pockets at the front. Platform bottom. Big enough for a laptop, it’s the perfect bag for business or pleasure! In used but very good condition; very slight signs of external wear with very minor ink stains and snagging to lining.
You need no more proof that the Violetta clutch by Cate Adair (perhaps best known as television costume designer on such series as Desperate Housewives) is Hollywood’s new must-have accessory than an appearance on The Rachel Ray Show or Laura Spencer of Access Hollywood carrying one on the Red Carpet. Imported Italian leather finished in metallic gold carefully tailored to a unique “winged� silhouette. Removable gold-tone shoulder-length chain. Flap secures with metallic closure as does main compartment. Lined in shimmering lilac silk. Interior features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. Though it includes the makers tag, the bag is in used but good condition with minor wear and scuffing to the overall exterior.
The medium Toska tote by Elliott Lucca is the epitome of urban chic. Made entirely of heavily topstitched full grain leather, vat-dyed olive green. Braided, khaki cotton handle on each side attached by faux tortoise shell rings, highlighted by an “EL� fob, also of faux tortoise. Removable khaki cotton web shoulder strap, wrapped at the center in dark brown leather as are the handles. Two exterior flap pockets with mock belt closures (actually secured by magnets) with two slash pockets just above. Brass hardware overall. “Urban Tribe� lining throughout: Simulated tie-dye pattern in earth tones on cotton. Interior also features two open pockets plus one zippered back wall pocket. Platform bottom. Big enough for a laptop and more, it’s the perfect bag for business or pleasure! New with tags.
LaCroix‘s Adora clutch is the perfect antidote to the traditional little black bag. Chocolate suede has been foil-embossed in lizard. Simple, continuous chain handle can also tuck inside. Flap secures with magnetic snap. Yellow grosgrain lining features a nearly full-length zippered pocket along the back wall. LaCroix is a favorite of artists like Fantasia, Missy Elliot, and Jewel. Includes original “sleeper� sack. In used but very good to excellent condition.
The Weekender Bag by ground-breaking designer Tracy Reese is fun yet functional. Heavily topstitched in pewter, a butter-soft black leather body is highlighted with silver patent leather details, including a rolled handle on each side. Removable taupe web shoulder strap with black and silver detailing on each side as well. Zippered outside pocket. Main compartment closes courtesy of a full-length zipper. Lined in blazing orange orchid print on cotton. Interior features one slash pocket along with two open pockets on the front wall and a single zippered pocket on the back wall. Platform bottom. New with tags.
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