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.

November 13, 2007
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Smuggling Fake Louis Vuitton Handbags
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October 30, 2007

Kate Spade “Your Designer Handbag is Fakeâ€?
Would you ever call anyone out for carrying a replica designer bag? Mrs. Kate Spade would….

In a recent interview with NYTimes, Kate Spade revealed her most recent encounter with a Kate Spade fan carrying a fake designer handbag. “I knew all the bags that were on the street, and this one I didn’t know had hit the street yet, but I knew it wasn’t real. I’m telling you, I was across the street and I could tell.” she said. So what did Kate do next? She walked on over to the lady and asked, “Where did you get that?” The woman instantly recognized the designer. “She was like, ‘Oh, my God, you’re Kate Spade!â€? And what was her reasoning for sporting a fake designer purse? “She said, ‘Oh I didn’t buy it, my husband did,’” said Kate. Hah! I’m sure that’s what they all say… blame it on someone else.

October 19th, 2007

Would you Wear this? Coach Bleecker Patchwork Handbag
Coach recently came out with this new Bleecker line about a month ago, which is basically “the new and improved� version of the original Coach Duffle Sac that was produced in the early 70’s.

The unique looking bag is new to the Bleecker collection. It’s created with a patchwork of foliage colored leather pieces on the vintage inspired slouchy shape.

I guess the shape is okay, but you know it reminds me of those vintage coach bags that you can find at any antique-retro-vintage shop, that usually retail for no more than $80. And that patchwork pattern looks too old fashioned. Like a bag you would find hiding in the dark corner of your grandmothers closet. Maybe its just me. What do you guys think?

So the simple question is… would wear this bag? Or even pay in the neighborhood of $700 for creation?

Discover the Coach Bleecker Patchwork Bag
Price: $698

October 16th, 2007

Katie Jordan Price Loves her ‘Fake’ Leopard Hermes Birkin Bag
Katie ‘Jordan’ Price (aka Katrina Alexandra Infield) made an appearance at Lewes Crown Court earlier this week as her ex-nanny went on trial accused of falsely claiming benefits and stealing from the mum of three. Bag for the occasion, was a replica leopard-print Hermes Birkin Bag. I don’t get it. Lord knows she could afford the real thing. The Daily Mail reported that Price and her husband Peter Andre were ranked at #2, second only to David Beckham and Victoria Beckham and that their fortune weighs in at $60 million and rising. Price currently stands as one of the richest women in Britain. So what’s up with the fake Hermes Birkin Bag?

September 13, 2007

Accessories De Mademoiselle: The Inspired-by Hermes Birkin Bag
pictured above: American Actress Meredith Monroe (best-known for her role as Andie McPhee on Dawson’s Creek) was recently spotted with the Accessories De Mademoiselle Purse.

We here at Bag Bliss understand that money doesn’t grow on trees and not everyone can afford luxury designer handbags like the Hermes Birkin, which will set you back about $8k for just a basic leather version. This is why many designers try their best to produce handbags that imitate the features and characteristics, without crossing the knockoff line into the replica zone. Those bags that are considered inspired-by are, in most occasions, found for a fraction of what the designer bag would cost. This bag for instance is the Hermes-Birkin-inspired bag by Accessories De Mademoiselle (a handbag company out of Tokyo Japan) which can be discovered at yoox carrying a price tag of only $378.

Discover the Accessories De Mademoiselle Inspired-by Hermes Birkin Bag
Price: $378

August 8, 2007

Marni Balloon Bag vs French Connection Polish Purse
In this day in age it is not a shocker when you hear about a lower label replicating their designs after a high-end designer’s work. Forever21 is recognized for their huge selection of inspired-by handbags and even been hit with lawsuits like crazy lately from Diane von Furstenberg clothing to Gwen’s Harajuku purse line. Now French Connection has been caught for inspiring their handbags after Marni’s hit, the Balloon purse. The bag, which by the way retails for only $100, was produced by the fashion brand for the fashionista who loves the look but can’t afford Marni’s $1,600 bag.

If I had to choose either or, my vote would go out to the Marni Balloon Bag. The French Connection one just looks cheap and tacky, especially in that black patent pvc dress. The quality just isn’t there, which is to be expected for a $100 bag. I mean how long do you think this pvc plastic bag is going to last without showing some wear. If you are saying in your head “well I like the idea of saving a few bucks for a inspired-by purse,” then I suggest first you check out what eBay has to offer. There are a few sellers with new and slightly used Marni Balloon’s at reasonable prices.

Discover the Marni Balloon Bag
Price: $1,605
*or check them out on sale at ebay

Discover the French Connection Polish Purse
Price: $100

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.

July 24, 2007

Gwen at War with Forever21
Looks like Diane Von Furstenberg isn’t the only one taking a bite out of inexpensive-trendy fashion company Forever 21. Apparently the singer / fashion designer Gwen Stefani is currently at war with F21 for trademark infringement of her Harajuku Lovers fashion line, in particular, the handbags.

Papers filed in Los Angeles Federal Court claim Forever 21 is marketing, promoting and selling products featuring a design “virtually indistinguishable” from Harajuku’s signature heart & box logo. The lawsuit claims Forever 21 “changed a couple of words, ‘Harajuku’ to ‘Forever’ and ‘Lovers’ to ‘Love’, in the Heart Box trademark which are inconspicuous and likely to go unnoticed by a consumer”.

Well I am not surprised. Have you been in Forever21? All of their clothes, handbags and shoes are designer inspired. Well that can be said for a lot of other similar companies…

> Shopping for Harajuku? Check out Nordstroms and Macys!