Archive for September, 2008
$500,000 Clutch For Emmy Night
Filed under: Handbags
The upcoming 60th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards are always a place to check out diamonds on display. Keep your eyes on the red carpet on September 21 to spot the Platinum Clutch, a new design by Cate Adair, costume designer for Desperate Housewives and Kwiat. The one-of-a-kind purse is valued at more […]
Sang A.’s River Tulip Tote, Handbag of the Day
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Although it’s been seen on the arm of Beyonce during a photo-shoot, the River Tulip Tote does not need celebrity endorsement to secure its status. Its fine petal-like construction of scalloped eel skin in three delicious colors including black, rosette, and crema make it a classy yet unique handbag. The square-shaped tote sports […]
Gucci Babouska Boston Bag
My college Russian classes have finally made an appearance in my everyday life, albeit many years later. Actually, I didn’t need to revisit college to know that babushka means grandmother in Russian. What I do need a little schooling on is the meaning behind this Gucci Babouska Boston Bag. Two bunnies playfully frolicking over Gucci’s […]
Christian Louboutin Layered Leather Hobo, Handbag of the Day
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Known for his red-soled stilettos, Christian Louboutin doesn’t disappoint his devotees with a new season favorite, the Layered Leather Hobo. Created with armor-inspired, scalloped design of carefully stitched calfskin this hobo sports a trough in the middle enhancing the carrier’s comfort. Available in signature black with red accents on the outer rings and […]
Bag Borrow or Steal Expands: Luxury for Rent
Filed under: Handbags
The luxury-for-rent masterminds over at Bag Borrow or Steal have made two huge announcements: They’re expanding — customers will soon be able to get their hands on sunglasses, jewelry, cocktail attire, outerwear and “anything couture.” And they’re changing their name to Avelle to reflect the fact it’s not just handbags anymore.
The company’s […]
Burberry Sophie Bowler
Nothing says classic quite like this low-key, luxurious Burberry Sophie Bowler. It’s one of my favorites for fall, thanks to its understated design, simple yet practical shape, gorgeous color palette and enduring style. Of course, longevity is the norm when it comes to Burberry, but for anyone sick of the usual colors, this darker approach […]
Coach Patchwork Aubrey Purse
Better suited to spring or summer, the new Coach Patchwork Aubrey is a teeny thing that doesn’t hold much importance as we get ready to usher in chillier weather. The orange, pink and yellow palette lends the purse a cheerful personality, the dainty size is incredibly girly and the kisslock closure is a smart finishing […]
Gene Simmons Moneybags
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Gene Simmons is a pretty shrewd marketer. He’s got tons of Kiss merchandising deals, his own television show and even a a line of leather bags. Like the man himself, the Gene Simmons Moneybags aren’t exactly subtle. The leather bags feature his trademark money bag logo embossed into the leather. Simmons also sells […]
Daydream Collection from Marc Jacobs, Handbag of the Day
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Marc Jacobs pays tribute to 60’s style and feminine pastels through his new Daydream collection. With various sizes, shapes and colors the collection offers smooth grain, Italian made leather with a subtle sheen. Although the purple-hued Suvi bag ($1,495) doesn’t suit my color fancy the Eugenie clutch ($495) in coffee bean is perfectly […]
Purse Page at the Louis Vuitton Casino Night
The Soho NY location of the Louis Vuitton was host to a ‘Casino Night’ Wednesday for a Fashion Week party. The event was held to showcase the Damier Graphite collection, featuring a new interpretation of the classic Dammier canvas. The collection features a Gotham-friendly black and charcoal checkered pattern with historic LV logos. Unlike the […]
