One of my readers, Alicia C., is in need of a stylish, trendy “everyday” bag and is seeking help with where to look:Need handbag help!Hello! I am seeking a new trendy, stylish bag- I have a Tod’s black shoulder hobo, a Fendi little bag, and a few other…

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I have the same New Year’s resolution every year - join the gym. But it either never happens or I do the week long trial and never go back. So this year I decided I would join in December so maybe…

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Let me preface this post by stating the following - I am only suggesting that some Tory Burch handbags resemble some of Anya Hindmarch’s designs. Whether or not the similarities are mere coincidences, a form of flattery or an attempt at knocking off de…

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The MICHAEL Michael Kors Grommet Shoulder Bag style has been around for months now and while I liked it, I never felt the design was compelling enough for me to feature. But the Grommet Haircalf…

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Today is gorgeous. I just went on and on about it over at Purse Blog Savvy so I won’t ramble much more about that. However, gorgeous weather does put me in the mood to find bright and fun bags. I guess this is why the Marni Leather Shoulder Bag caught my eye. Actually, it was [...]

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• A fun craft thing with jeans A couple of the boutiques here have shown very expensive purses made out of jeans. They take the top, cut them off, add a base and lining, a beaded handle, and insert a fancy belt through the loops...somehow it is stiffened very, very stiff so it holds its shape... My......

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There’s something about grey colored bags that I’m loving for fall. The grey Coach Patent Zoe looks like shiny putty, but not in a bad way. The ‘Petrol’ colored patent leather is so slick and lush,…

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Just yesterday I wrote a post on Purse Blog Savvy about a handbag by Antik Batik Eryx Pouch which I found to be rather gaudy. Although some readers disagreed with my thoughts about the bag, I am still sticking to what I said, I’m not fond of that handbag at all. However, today, I found [...]

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I feel like we have let you all down. You see, I have known the beauty and edginess of CC Skye for quite some time. CC Skye, the young and brilliant designer, has become known for her trendy handbags being spotted on celebrities and her bangles which are the perfect arm candy. And while we [...]

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Chic carryalls are hard to find since they usually come in the form of a shapeless tote or bulky bag. But the
Gustto Umbria Bag
, despite its odd shape is the cutest carryall you can find. The super…

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YSL can do no wrong these days. This label has a well-edited collection of handbags that flows smoothly from one design to another which, simply put, makes it a handbag collector’s dream. The list of YSL ‘must-have’ bags is long indeed - Mombasa, Muse,…

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Has anyone realized that Vlad and I have been MIA for the past two weeks? We attempted to connect to the online world, we attempted to chat with you all, but there was no internet to be found. We were on vacation in Ohio for two weeks, where Hurricane Ike hit. Ohio. Yes, a [...]

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In the mood to stock up on a few good handbags? Wish you could get them at a great price? Browse Shopbop’s Shiny New Sale where the items on sale are anywhere from 30-70% off, and you’ll be sure to find something that’ll put a smile on your face. I act…

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This is a pretty simple battle of the bags. While both the Tory Birch Mick Clutch and the Fendi Chain Shoulder Bag share similar shapes and features, Fendi’s creation, while a bit boring, manages to out shine Birch’s attempt. Both bags have a chain sho…

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Did I give my entire post away with the title? I just didn’t feel like being clever when writing about Marc Jacobs. After his disasterous spring collection for the MARC by Marc Jacobs line, I was prepared for more of the same with his namesake RTW coll…

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• Marc Jacobs, Orange If you are looking for a sweet orange fragrance, not an orange blossom, check out the new MARC JACOBS ORANGE . It is a hefty 10 oz in a spray bottle reminiscent in some ways of a square Chanel bottle. In other words it looks and feels rich to use.......

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Reviewing an Oscar de la Renta collection is an easy job. I could simply pluck out any one of my earlier reviews, change the dates and seasons, and, voilà, a post is born. Don’t get me wrong, though. I’m not implying that ODLR collections are boring o…

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What could be better than a handbag that’ll look fabulous on any woman’s shoulder? Nothing, of course. Just soak up the yummy goodness of the Mulberry Poppy Bag done in raspberry Copperhead snakeskin and you’ll begin to see why even a handbag that feat…

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Derek Lam’s Spring ‘09 Collection is floating in a sea of serenity. Muted neutral tones, flowing pieces and inspired detailing make his collection both appealing and functional. More jumpsuits and rompers seem to indicate that these throwback designs a…

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I never had any tomboy friends growing up. We were all pretty “girlie” and proud of it. That didn’t mean we were averse to playing dodge ball with the guys or climbing a tree or two. It just meant we’d rather play dress up with our mothers clothes, but…

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Summer may be officially over but that doesn’t mean you have to say ‘buh-bye’ to the sun. Add some rays to your wardrobe with the perfect clutch for Fall. The 3.1 Phillip Lim Cerise Day Clutch comes…

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The maker of the famous red-soled stiletto has been creating handbags that are equally lustworthy. Christian Louboutin’s bags are crafted from luxurious leathers, and have the artful design detail…

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Zagliani Notting Hill Pleated Python BagBack in the day when my mother won several disco dance contests here in Florida, I was a little girl that loved to watch her get dressed up for an evening out with my dad. They were young and stylish. My mom had…

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If you love to dress in basic black and brown during the fall and winter, consider a beige handbag as a nice counter-balance to your look. The Marni Acrylic Chain Shoulder Bag will fit the bill perfectly. This bag sports a slightly distressed leather e…

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L.A.M.B. vs. LeSportsac
Am I seeing double? As previously mentioned, today we are featuring handbags which look almost like carbon copies of one another. Sure, during any given season there are several bags that might have a similar shape or design. However, there certainly are a few bags out there that don’t just have similar features, [...]

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There seems to be two popular accessories in Hollywood right now - the baby bump and a designer handbag. Naomi Watts was spotted with her expanding baby belly and her beloved Mulberry Mabel bag. The…

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Linea Pelle is a brand that we have not covered much but deserves the recognition. Vlad and I had the pleasure of meeting with Andrew Cotton, the VP/Design Director of Linea Pelle, a few months ago in New York City. Andrew shares a love of handbags with me along with a [...]

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Since it’s Friday, I’m bestowing a token of my appreciation upon all of you for the weekend. I’m giving everyone the gift of wisdom (mostly because I couldn’t possibly afford to give each and every one of you a designer bag). ‘What is this morsel of kn…

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Sometimes the best things in life don’t have to cost us an arm and a leg. The perfect example of this phenomenon is acquiring a handbag with all the qualities discerning fashionistas look for in their arm candy - style, function and longevity - at an a…

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Chloe has, in the past, deserved a ‘KISS’ (Keep it Simple Stupid). Their attempts at designing ‘dazzling’ bags failed miserably so they returned to simplicity which works much better. The Chloe Joan…

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The new kid on the handbag block is fitting in perfectly, being highly sought after and not as widely available in the US as we (by that I mostly mean me) would like. Gerard Darel Bags are not new by any means, but their popularity in the US is blowing up. On my last trip [...]

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Kourtney Kardashian photo via CelebutopiaPython Convertible To You Bag photo via Bag Borrow or StealYou ask, I answer. After receiving a few inquiries regarding this stunning piece of arm candy Kourtney Kardashian was photographed carrying recently, I …

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It’s been awhile since I reviewed a Lanvin bag, but this designer label, under the watchful and discerning eye of artistic director Alber Elbaz, never disappoints. The Partage Sac caught my attention immediately and for good reason. At first glance thi…

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Fendi’s B Bag makes a triumphant comeback just in time for the fall season. What better way to signal a return than a makeover done in violet patent leather. Brass chain/patent leather top handles and signature over-sized front buckles leave no doubt i…

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I’ll admit that I come across a Versace bag I like about as often as I get a chance to have a facial (almost never), so finding this jem of a bag took me by surprise. The Greek Key Shoulder Bag (pictured above) features a greek key quilted pattern thro…

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Neon colors haven’t really been popular since the 80’s, mostly because they were tacky! But neon & fluorescent accessories seem to be making a comeback and I’ve been drawn to this Marc by Marc…

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Three cheers for yet another expensive Fendi handbag. Mercifully, this one is not totally heinous. It’s actually quite stylish and adorable. Classic lines with definitive modern touches such as a unique top handle and industrial-looking hardware make t…

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Ali Larter photo via CelebutopiaWhen celebrities and handbags come together forming a harmonious fashion union, all fashionistas can bask in the afterglow and learn a thing or two in the process. Take the sickeningly stunning “Heroes” star, Ali Larter…

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Donna Karan Modern Aries Bag
The last and only time I covered a Donna Karan Bag was a little over three years ago. Three years! And the bag was really not all that impressive, in fact, I told you all (at the time a much small ‘all) that I would use the Donna Karan clutch to [...]

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Such a stunning bag doesn’t seem like it would be part of a brand called the ‘Jack Rabbit Collection’ but that is the name of the brand started by designer Mollie Culligan. The Jack Rabbit Collection…

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Mulberry is one of those handbag brands that seems to pride itself on classic luxury. So when I came across the Milton shoulder bag on Net-a-Porter’s website, I was baffled. Are fingerprinted…

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Marni has been known for its modern touches and geometric shapes on its bags. I have been a huge fan of Marni in the past, yet I am not sure that this purse is for me. A runway look, the Marni Patent Shoulder Bag is designed with bright green patent leather on its framed [...]

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The Givenchy Nightingale isn’t anything new but this classic bag is always worth writing about, especially this salmon pink hued, wrinkled patent leather version. If you’re looking for a timeless Spring bag, then this is it! The pastel patent has just the right amount of pop but is neutral enough to mix and match with all your Spring wardrobe pieces. The size is perfect - 13″ x 14″ with a 6.5″ handle drop, and it’s a convertible bag so it’s got my seal of approval! Sport it as a satchel on your arm, or a shoulder bag. Either way it’s a beauty!

$1,395 at Barney’s

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There’s something about certain clothes and accessories that just scream S-E-X! Like a slinky black dress or a pair of killer stilettos, or this bag. The Thomas Wylde Colossus Scorpion Bag, White is one hot, sexy bag. Thomas Wylde handbags are always distinctly edgy yet exude a certain femininity. The soft lambskin leather is distressed and has that aged look while still looking sharp and new. The antiqued gold metal hardware consists of a chunky chain strap with metal bars throughout and large pointed stud detail on the sides. The body of the bag is huge, measuring 20″x 15″x 4.5″, and is decorated with jewels and studs making up two large scorpions. All the celebs will be rockin this one this summer. This is one edgy, sexy, hardcore bag, not for the faint of heart or play-it-safe’rs!

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Doesn’t this bag just make you long for warmer weather? Since daylight savings time came this weekend, we now have more ‘day’ and less ‘night’ (yay!), but the weather’s still not quite there yet. I’m longing to wear my short sleeved shirts, Spring-y dresses, sandals and colored bags. Even though you don’t have to wait for Spring to wear colorful bags (I’m all for wearing a bright red bag in the middle of winter), this Fendi Multicolored Doctor B Bag has Spring/Summer written all over it! This ombre, rainbow sherbert, ‘Acid Multi’ colored leather hobo has a frame top with magnetic closure, and ‘winged’ panels on each end that expand due to the side buckled bands. It’s the essential Spring/Summer bag - you won’t need any other! But if you want one, start saving now - the price is hefty - $1,840. But I’m so glad the Fendi designers finally got over adding that ridiculous buckle to every ‘B’ bag! This ‘B’ bag boasts simplicity but the color grading and surprise details gives it that ‘It’ factor. Glad to see your design aesthetic on the comeback Fendi.

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Who would have thought someone could be so excited over a Tod’s handbag? Certainly not me. While I love the labels tried and true designs, they tend to be too safe and predictable for my taste. Now I’m seeing this purveyor of elegant handbags in a whol…

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