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Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Bags

2008-04-25T20:31:00.000-07:00

Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Bags
The artsy accessories are in full bloom. And do you know which line I am loving most? Louis Vuitton! From the Watercolor Speedy to the Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Bags, Louis Vuitton has taken a light and fun approach on their spring bags. I’ve caught the LV bug. The Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Bags are hard not to love. They are monogram, but not overly splattered monogram. In fact, while the logo is large, it is still hard to decipher for many that do not know the new items from the brand. The bag is designed with woven cotton canvas and a monogram print with a hand painted effect inspired by a 1924 LV catalog cover. The inside only brings more fun, with smaller Tahitienne print. The shape is perfect for me and the feel is perfect for resort and summer. Actually, I look at this bag and picture myself with my bikini on headed to the beach or out for a day on the boat (or even better on an exotic island vacation!). The rich, vibrant colors are inspired by Paul Gauguin, a Post-Impressionist painter who is known for his bold use of color. Another perk is the adjustable leather shoulder straps and interior strap that can be adjusted to change the shape and capacity of the bags. Ok, I am kind of obsessively in love, I’ll admit it. While the prices are not super cheap,

Prada Stripes Hobo

2008-04-25T20:10:00.000-07:00

Prada Stripes Hobo
This trip in New York has been filled with the most stunning weather and the most Prada bags I have seen in a long time. I have been utterly shocked at seeing bag after bag of Prada. Is Prada the new bag of NYC? And these are not the nylon bags, they are the runway bags with large studs, prints, and non-recognizable to the masses. Today I saw a bag that again made me fall in love. While we were at a fashion show in a spacious and jaw-dropping loft overlooking the Hudson River there she was, the Prada Stripes Hobo in black. Of course it was in black, but I am not obsessing over the black, rather the purple hues. The violet medium hobo and dark lavender small hobo offer the perfect hue in a bag that I have already confessed my love of. Purple is associated with giving peace of mind, hence it is used often in offices and work spaces. Not only does it give peace of mind, but it looks amazing on blond hair blue eyed gals (can’t you see why I love it!). The supple Nappa leather on these Prada bags melts in your hands and the stripes add the perfect amount of dimension.

Prada Stripes Multicolor Small Hobo

2008-04-25T08:04:00.000-07:00

Prada Stripes Multicolor Small Hobo
On Friday night my parents had a dinner party that Vlad and I attended. Of course all of my moms friends know that I am the ‘bag lady’ and many times they ask me what I think of their handbag. The same handbag-loving-friend of my mom who carried the Michael Kors Watchband Clutch to the last event we saw her at was again carrying a new stunner. As she walked in the house and greeted us, my eyes were drawn to her Prada bag and as I stared at the bag I instantly fell in love. She was carrying the Prada Stripes Multicolor Small Hobo in the turquoise-violet combination which looked divine and really was the perfect size. The small version adds the right amount of color splash and spunk, while not taking away from the overall outfit or look. The leather is supple Nappa, which is smooshy to the touch and perfect to showoff the colors. The top handle and shoulder strap are detachable, but I loved this being carried with the small top handle. Dimensions are 9½”W X 7″H X 3½”D. I first posted about the Prada Trembled Blossoms Bag and found it captivating yet pricey for the small size. Now I find it captivating, pricey for its size, but worth it.

Gucci Hysteria Bag

2008-04-23T21:12:00.000-07:00

I fell head over heels in love with the ultimately expensive Gucci Crocodile Hysteria Bag. The price is not practical for me at all, but the color, the feel, the shape, was beautiful. I kept staring at it and studying it and I truly think the SA thought he made a huge sale that day. Unfortunately I was just an oogler, not a real buyer. And last week I went to Gucci Bal Harbor and fell in love again, but this time that bag is more affordable, relatively speaking. The Gucci Hysteria Bag is designed with yellow/white patchwork on the front of the bag with black leather on the back. The leather is ultimately sumptuous. I mean super soft, the kind that just melts as you touch it. I kept grabbing the bag thinking it was from Bottega Veneta, not Gucci. This bag has me back on Gucci’s side, in love with a bag that is absolutely fierce. The body is very slouchy, actually allowing the bag to fold over if you carry it with the messenger strap. The Hysteria bags feature Gucci Crest detail. There was still one more of these available at Gucci Bal Harbor but you can also find it online via Bergdorf Goodman for $3150 or plain patent via Saks for $1790.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Galliera

2008-04-09T20:52:00.000-07:00

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Galliera
The countdown has officially begun for those on the Louis Vuitton Watercolor Speedy list! Luckily I am on the list and I am quite excited to get my Speedy and use it for summer. The only unfortunate part is that it arrives in stores on May 1st, and I fly out May 1st for my trip to Spain. Oh well, I can wait 11 days to get back and get the bag! The other bag that is highly coveted and newly arrived to eLuxury is the Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Galliera. This is a new addition to the Monogram Canvas line for LV and the perfect touch for spring and summer. This bag features the monogram canvas that we all are very familiar with, shiny golden brass hardware, and a LV inventeur plate on the front. The shape will give this bag the perfect slouch, with an adjustable belted leather should strap. The inside is lined with microfiber and there are ample pockets for storage. The PM is already out of stock but the GM, 18.7″x 14.8″x 5.3″, is still readily available on eLuxury for $1,360.
If you are hoping for a Watercolor Speedy make sure to call your local LV! My LV of choice is the fabulous Bal Harbour shops!

Gucci Crocodile Hysteria Bag

2008-04-04T21:14:00.000-07:00

The craze over the Gucci USA Flagship opening was unprecedented. Many people wanted to see the store, but most wanted to grab one of the coveted Gucci Loves New York bags. This limited edition line of bags are completely sold out, but the excitement surrounding the store still exists. Today we wound down with a trip to Gucci, as it is about half a block away from our hotel. The store is HUGE. Floor one carried many bags, but floor two and three did not disappoint either. The thing is, lately I have not had much love for Gucci. The brand is one of the most recognized luxury houses in the world, and while their ready-to-wear has been amazing, the handbags have been lacking that special touch that I need. The Hysteria line brings a fresh touch to Gucci, giving it the extra nudge that it needed to get me back on board. The Gucci Hysteria line drops the expected Gucci GG logo and brings in the family crest. The emblem adds the perfect touch that is not expected but much appreciated. And with New York being the new US Gucci flagship, the handbag selection is to die for. I have never seen so many exotic Gucci handbags. Everywhere we turned there were ostrich bags, python jackets, and crocodile skins. My absolute favorite was the $300,000 Gucci Crocodile Trunk. The trunk is a taupe crocodile and a stunning collectors piece (not to mention it is the only one of its kind). Going along with the crocodile craze, Gucci took one of its best bags of the season and dressed it up in yellow crocodile, creating the Gucci Crocodile Hysteria Bag. This is unlike any other Gucci bag I have seen in the longest time. The crocodile is buttery soft as it is taken from the belly of the crocodile. The inside is lined with goatskin that is even more supple. In fact, if they could make me a big pillow out of this exact material that would be heaven. This bag had the perfect slouch, the perfect chic feel, and the color was stunning. Only problem (for me at least) is the $37,500 price tag. I love this bag, love it so very much, but the price tag is way out of my range. Instead I could settle with the goatskin version ($1950). Saks also offers a python version for $3990 and a patent version for $1790 via Saks.

Louis Vuitton Watercolor Speedy

2008-03-14T20:54:00.000-07:00

First and foremost, much of the information on this new bag from Louis Vuitton is still not set-in-stone nor is anyone 100% sure of the truth behind it all. We have all heard conflicting stories, information, prices, release dates, etc. But you know a bag is a sure hit when the rumors begin (sick but true!). Richard Prince collaborated with Marc Jacobs to design artistic bags for the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2008 line. The hottest item right now is the Louis Vuitton Watercolor Speedy which is said to be released in the US on May 1,2008. The release date has been changed numerous amounts of times. Another piece of information that everyone is uncertain of is the price. The early look book says the bag will be $1,185 but I have heard prices going up to $1,600. My wonderful SA at Bal Harbour did some research and believes it will be around $1,300. The next piece of information that has many confused is the size. While the Louis Vuitton Speedy is available in a size 30 and 35, this bag is said to only come in size 35. The monogram pattern is designed in a manner that has the orange, red, and yellow paints looking like they were painted on with watercolor paint. This bag has an incredibly long wait list at many stores and the masses are clamoring to get the next ‘big’ Speedy. The price is said to be around $1,300 via your local LV boutique when available. You can always check eLuxury also.

Gucci 8-8-2008 Special Edition

2008-03-11T21:18:00.000-07:00

For this year, Gucci announced a special limited 8-8-2008 collection of just 8 fashion accessories that will be available exclusively through Gucci Hong Kong and China stores. The special edition pays homage to competitive sports and is supposed to epitomize sporty luxury, according to Gucci creative director Frida Giannini. Cornerstone of the campaign is the new I-Gucci watch, which is unique to the 8-8-08 campaign in both coloring and sporty appearance. It also happens to be the first digital time piece Gucci has ever released - its digital face is capable of displaying both numerical and clock-hand formats. Other specs include a 44 millimeter steel frame casing, a red monochrome rubber strap (embossed with Gucci’s iconic GG pattern on its inside) and selection of multiple time zones.

The 8-8-2008 collection also features an unlikely accessory in form of a bicycle. The bike is built for leisure and sports bold red double GG leather details such as the seat and the handle bar grips. On a personal note: Being somewhat of a bike fetishist myself, I feel like the Holland-style bike defies the whole concept of the campaign. If the collection is conveying a sporty spirit, why not collaborate with a real competitive race bike maker such as Specialized and give Gucci lovers a real sport toy for their money’s worth? I suppose my perception of “sports” are quite a bit different than the creative department at Gucci envisions. Judging their frail Chinese campaign model, his stature and lack of sporty appearance, entirely justifies my criticism of the nature of the campaign. In my humble opinion, this collection’s ties to competitive sports should have been dropped for the sake of real athletes around the globe.
Moving on from an athlete’s rant, the limited collection also features two pieces of luggage in the bold red “La Pelle Guccissima”. The first is a study leather duffel bag and the other a soft-leather messenger bag with Gucci’s Green-Red-Green web on its shoulder strap.
You can view the full limited edition here, while this page offers an exclusive video, giving insights into the shooting and creation of the campaign pictures. As mentioned, most items will only be available through Gucci boutiques in HK and China, the I-Gucci watch will be available globally.

Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Montaigne Clutch

2008-03-07T20:56:00.000-08:00

Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Montaigne Clutch
Today has been an absolutely fabulous day! It is raining outside and windy, but we had our first meeting with the wedding planner and I could not be more thrilled. Now the fun part comes; deciding on the venue and every other detail involved. I am narrowing down the colors that I would like to use, and while I think I know the exact colors I would like, pink and purple hues are near and dear to my heart. They are so feminine and stunning. And as my mind rambled, and as I have been in love with these two colors, I found one of my favorite Louis Vuitton Clutches in the exact colors that I adore. We loved the Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Montaigne Clutch when we first saw it in black and white, and have fallen in love with it all over again in purple and pink. The sleek and clean lines of the textured Epi leather, smooth leather trim, and stunning shiny palladium hardware combine to make this bag a show stopper. The flap top is closed with a stunning large logo-engraved push-lock closure. I loved this bag so much that I bought one for my mom at Louis Vuitton Bal Harbour. Somehow I decided not to get one for myself, and now I know why. It is because these two colors have my heart! The only issue is deciding which color to go for. The more wearable hue of purple or the girly pink? Sure, this has not gotten me far in my wedding planning, but the side-tracks in life always end in stunning shopping purchases.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Tisse Rayure Clutch

2008-03-03T20:59:00.000-08:00

Louis Vuitton Monogram Tisse Rayure Clutch
Late last week Vlad and I avoided all work for a day and spent the day out enjoying the weather, a great lunch, and some shopping. Shopping in South Florida is like no where else. I could sit and people watch for hours everyday. We were walking down Las Olas (a chic little strip filled with boutiques) in Fort Lauderdale when I noticed a group of 3 women who were incredibly chic. They were chic and at least 80 years old. As they sat on the corner of the street chatting away I caught them reveling in their new purchases for one another, from Louis Vuitton Monogram Tisse Rayure line. While two of the ladies were carrying the Louis Vuitton Monogram Tissé Sac Rayure PM, one of the ladies was carrying my favorite, the Louis Vuitton Monogram Tisse Rayure Clutch. The bags in this line are designed with linen and cotton monogram canvas with a grained leather trim. This line has been designed by Mar Jacobs and pays homage to historical Louis Vuitton trunks. As I watched these ladies, who were dressed fabulously, I fell in love with the bag. It is different, elegant, and timeless. Just as I thought they could not be any more fabulous, their driver pulled up in their Bentley to wisk them away. Sure a Bentley doesn’t always mean you are chic, but these ladies sure were. The clutch has a removable strap for carrying and dimensions are 12.8″x 7.9″x 3.7″.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Sac Baxter PM

2008-02-29T21:04:00.000-08:00

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Sac Baxter PM
Am I the only one that immediately thinks of Anchorman when I hear of a dog named Baxter? Ok, so maybe you did not like the movie, maybe you did not see it, but those of you that did will understand how hard it is to hear Baxter and not think of Will Ferrell’s trusty dog. I could not see Will carrying Baxter around in a pet carrier, but I know many people love to keep their pets with them at all times. Jessica Simpson has been one of the leading ladies seen carrying her pup Daisy in Louis Vuitton dog carrier. Now there is a new version released by Louis Vuitton, the Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Sac Baxter PM which is designed with monogram canvas and trimmed with natural cowhide. This dog carrier looks more like a handbag from the front, sporting a flapped pouch pocket with polished golden brass hardware. The side panel unzips, folds over, and secures with snaps to give the perfect luxury room away from home for your pet. Measurements are 13.8″x 10.4″x 6.5″. I have only had one dog in my life, and he is a black lab who can not fit in a dog carrier. I am not sure that if I had a small dog I would take him/her around with me everywhere, but this is a great option for the owner who loves luxury and their pup.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Bellevue PM

2008-02-05T21:10:00.000-08:00

Easy to clean, the Louis Vuitton Vernis line has become a LV favorite. The Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Bellevue PM sports triangular sides on the new (and perfect for Valentine’s Day I might add) Violette color. The vernis is monogram embossed patent leather and is accented with natural cowhide trim.
The nameplate on the front of the bag spotlights the Old English Louis Vuitton signature. Having a zip top closure, this handbag becomes perfect to carry an array of things without worrying about anything falling out. Dimensions are 14.8″x 8.9″x 7″.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Panda

2005-04-23T19:49:00.000-07:00

Takashi Murakami stikes again in full force. After creating the Monogram Cerises line along with Marc Jacobs, his creative talent gave birth to the new Monogram Panda line of bags and accessories. Don’t be fooled, this series is not new. Murakami released limited editions of monogram bags with Pandas and other characters a few years ago. However, the limited eds were only available in Japan. The line then included a variety of bags featuring the Panda, including the round coin pouch, agenda, billfold, the vavin and others.
To me, the Panda looks a little freakish. Not to mention, it might be cute on a different backdrop, but on the classic monogram…? More than questionable. But as long as it sells and the Vuitton fanbase is not revolting, Murakami must be doing something right. As about only online store, ELuxury sells the pictured Panda keychain for $140.
Searching online archives, I’ve managed to collect two images from the past Murakami Panda collection for you to appreciate:

Flower Hat Man, Panda and Onion Head:

Luella Baby Gisele Leather Tote

2005-03-08T19:47:00.000-08:00

The straps! The hardware! The structured shape! The colors! Surely one of the most fabulous totes in the world today. May I introduce:
London designer Luella Bartley’s “Baby Gisele” tote. Owned and carried by many starlets such as Christina Aguilera, Kylie Minogue, Reese Witherspoon, Kim Cattrall, Cate Blanchett, and Anna Friel, this lovable tote makes its standing. It features fine calfskin leather in black, green, lilac or pink, a flap front with signature strap closure, and two adorable Luella signature heart fobs. The straps measure 17 inches, while the bag itself measures 11.5 by 6 by 8 inches. Call this treasure yours for a mere $600.

The Fontanelli Golfball Holder

2005-03-08T19:46:00.000-08:00

Men love to golf. Will women ever understand it fully? Probably not, since golfing isn’t typically the woman’s sport of choice. What I do know is that men will drop thousands of dollars on golf clubs, bags, shoes, balls, etc. Treat your golfin’ man with this exquisite goodie:
The Fontanelli Golfball Holder was made in mind for the man or woman who adores the perfectly cut greens and Tiger Woods. This piece has room for four balls, four tees and also a snap on the back to attach it to your belt. When it comes time for that one perfect shot, what better way to start it off than with the prized ball nicely resting in an Italian leather case on ur back belt?
The holder is italian-made of fine, dark brown leather and goes over the counter for 65 bucks.

Louis Vuitton Fall 2005 Handbags

2005-03-08T19:44:00.000-08:00

Louis Vuitton never ceases to amaze me. With their high end fashion and exquisite taste the Louis Vuitton Fall Fashion line would make any girl or guy envious. When you think of LV, you think of the classic monogram canvas, the dark brown leather background with the LV gold print.
The Fall line focuses on the famous LV pattern with some new and intriguing accessories. What I noticed and love was the emphasis on small hand totes, rather than over-the-shoulder bags. Although big bags are practical, a small handbag draws focus to the outfit and the girl!

Vivian Alexander Easter Egg Purse

2005-03-07T19:43:00.000-08:00

Eggs are made to be eaten, not worn. After finding these “egg” purses all we can ask ourselves is what is the fashion world coming to? Don’t get me wrong, the price tag is high and the adornments are lovely. Who would actually go out in public wearing one of these? With Easter on its way, Vivian Alexander released the Easter Egg Purse. This “bag” is decorated on the outside with pastel easter eggs lined with little gems on a pearly white background. The inside of the bag is lined with none other than the finest sand washed silk. Other perks to the bag include the removable gold strap and upon opening a large beveled mirror in the top.
As odd as we find the purse, we are not saying that Vivian Alexander’s work is not the most intricate and ornate work out there. The Vivian Alexander Imperial Coronation Egg was shipped to Rome and used in the filming of the highlight heist in Warner Bros. Ocean’s 12. Yet despite the accolades received on Alexander’s work, I would never ever be seen wearing his purses. After stumbling over this new “egg”purse all we can think is how rotten!

Louis Vuitton Annette Travel Bag

2005-03-07T19:42:00.000-08:00

We all travel. And we all carry luggage. The thing about luggage is that usually we don’t think about it as a fashion statement; beleive me, it is. Have you ever thought about how many people you pass from airport to airport, not to mention picking up your luggage at baggage claim. Do you want to be that person picking up the unmatching, worn in, ugly baggage or the one who everyone watches picking up your matching LV baggage? I damn well know I’d love to be envied, rather than pitied.Do us all a favor, trash the old stuff and buy yourself some totally trendy luggage.
I suggest the totally obviously hip Louis Vuitton Annette luggage on wheels. For a short weekend trip, this will do the trick. The bag allows for easy travel and sports the LV black monogram canvas with leather trim, sturdy noiseless wheels, and a double zipper with a pretty spacious inner compartment. The bag is not huge, but can be used as a carry on bag and fit nicely overhead so you can avoid baggage claim, which is alwaya a huge plus. As with any other Louis Vuitton bag the price isn’t cheap, but who cares if you can look that good. Goes for a steep price tag of $1,780.

Fendi Pleated Spy Clutch

2005-03-07T19:40:00.000-08:00

Fendi have always has always represented the pinnacle of extravagant fashion design, no doubt about that.However, this Pleated Spy Clutch takes bad taste a little over the top. Paying $1,400 for a clutch that looks like road kill on a strap? No thanks. We’d rather go down south, put on a pair of heavy boots and go armadillo stomping. Or go to the local cow ranch and step in warm you-know-what. Same effect, roughly a grand and a half saved.

Juicy Couture LWL Leather Satchel

2005-03-07T19:39:00.000-08:00

Juicy’s super-roomy leather satchel is crafted from supple smooth leather with glam gold links and a dangling “J” heart charm. Inside, the logo interior takes sassy orders from gold lam pockets that read, “Shop!” “Hello?” and “Juicy Kiss!”.
Finishing touches include the traditional and sexy large gold metal “J” zipper pull, a key hook, and a matching heart-shaped pocket mirror attached by a cord that declares, “I am the fairest.” The satchel measures a generous 15″ x 6.5″ x 11.5″, while the straps drop 7.5 inches for comfy wearing on your shoulder. For $350, you can call one of ‘em yours. Available at eLuxury.com.

Poire Phone Pouches

2005-03-06T19:38:00.000-08:00

These cute lil’ pouchy things are Japan’s slick contribution to the worldwide boom to keep your tech gear in style! The nippon import comes in a vast variety of colors and themes (the elephant one being my absolute fave) and costs a mere $10 at the MimmoBaby store.
Grab your fashionable Razor cell, stuff it in the pouch, hook it to your belt or purse (no, it’s not supposed to be worn on your pinky), and off you go. Why carry all your misc. belongings in style when you can treat your cell special, too. Afterall, we all have the cell-o-philiac in us.

Cheap Louis Vuitton Bags

2005-03-05T19:33:00.000-08:00

Here at the Purse Blog, we don’t do fakes. We don’t particularly condone them, neither would we really ever get one. You’re walking the ultimate walk o’shame when you get caught in the act of sporting a blatantly fake purse. Not glamorous, at all!!
The only place to score guaranteed authentic, 100% real and brand new Louis Vuitton bags is at eLuxury’s exclusive LV boutique. Period.

Celebrity Diaper Bags

2005-03-03T19:32:00.000-08:00

It seems celebrities these days are having babies left and right and of course you know these super star parents would never carry just any diaper bag. Their bags are as diverse as their babies names which means they are totally original and one of a kind.
You’d like to grab the look of the endless list of hip celebrity mommies like Hillary Swank, Susan Sarandon, Annette Bening, Faith Hill, Cindy Crawford, Angela Bassett, Kelly Preston, Kelly Ripa, Jenny McCarthy, and Julia Louis-Dryfuss? I’ve found the bag for you.These mommies are carrying around their babies diapers and goods in the Timi and Leslie Diaper Bag which lets the mom be unique and in style at the same time.

Fun & Colorful for Spring

2005-03-03T19:30:00.000-08:00

Now, I will be the first to admit that the sight of bright colored and fun looking purses let me know spring is ont he way, and I can not wait! It’s time to move from this bitter Winter to Spring, and what better way to enter Spring than with a totally new, hip, fun-loving purse?! Fun is probably the idea behind Fashion Dolls Spring line.
The purses are shaped and colored with the entire mood of Spring in mind. I can’t help but look at the bag and think of the sun shining, cute skirts, sunglasses and of course, a new and totally fashionable tote. Fashion Doll has already appeared in Glamour, CosmoGirl, Self, Seventeen, and Good Morning America.
So grab one quick, and be the first of your friends to sport this totally trendy and carefree bag for the upcoming season!

Coach launches Valentine’s Day special collection

2005-02-02T19:20:00.000-08:00

On time for this year’s Valentine’s celebration, Coach has released more than a dozen new brand-spanking new items.
The new Optic Signature Suede Gallery Tote will cost our men a mere $498 (see picture above), while the silver/white/pink Valentine Heart Wristlet retails at $98 Last, but not least, the Coach Soho Suede Flap Satchel will drop your bank account by $328:

Coach released a total of 32 new items, that you can eyeball all here.

Want to nab the look from MTV’s hottest show Laguna Beach?

2005-02-02T19:19:00.000-08:00

Well look no further. I myself loved the bag LC carried throughout MTV’s hit show Laguna Beach and realized that bag is quite the growing trend. A newly growing company is making this same hobo style bag, Lolli by Reincarnation, which runs upwards of $300 plus dollars for that totally trendy and practical bag.
Stars such as Cameron Diaz, Lindsay Lohan and the Olsen Twins have been seen sporting the newly trendy Lolli bag. The perks to this bag are the plethora of colors offered that can suit any girls needs for any outfit, but the price is a bit high. Starting at $300 for the medium bag and running up over $1500 for the bag made of Ostrich leather, the Loli bag may not be in everybody’s price range.
Have no fear, there is a way you can grab the same style for a quarter of the price, and nobody has to know. LC from Laguna Beach did this, and pulled off the bag quite nicely. A hobo style ring bag made by MELIE BIANCO is taking the same trend as the stars but costs between $50 and $65. So quickly girls, go steal either style, whichever suits your budget, and grab the hottest trend of the season.

Celebrities and their Handbags

2005-02-01T19:16:00.000-08:00

Whether it’s Prada, Gucci, Fendi or any other top name couture bag, celebrities are never seen without the hottest bag on the market. So do you want to nab that celebrity style? Of course! Who doesn’t? But the problem is the exorbitant price that comes with each bag they carry.So my advice is, check out their pictures, and find a look-a-like designer for less.

Top Designers Worst Nightmare: The Counterfeit Market

2005-01-26T19:14:00.000-08:00

It would be a blatant lie if any girl were to say she does not want at least one top of the line designer handbag. But reality sets in, and the thoughts of spending thousands on some fabric and a zipper seems to make everyone cringe and only lust for the bag more.
Why spend $5,000 on a designer Prada clutch, when you can buy it for $50 on the streets of NYC? Although many want to sport the latest and most expensive handbag, most cannot afford it. So this is where replicas come in. Is a replica purse actually a morality issue? I think not. Although designer’s may be mad their purse is being knocked off and sold on the streets, I would hope some would find it flattering that their design is that wanted. So why not?
The idea of one day reaching the level of success at which I can spend exorbitant amounts of money on designer clothing, purses, wallets and jewelry is a goal that I, along with many of my femme friends, hope to achieve. However, in this glorious day of the 21st century, I can find these normally-expensive items for much lesser quality and price.
Thank God for Chinatown.

The traveling house bag… a must have

2005-01-26T19:13:00.000-08:00

Are you one of the ladies that needs to carry everything in her purse? Frankly, whether you are carrying 5 things or 50 things, a large styled purse is a must for anyone.

Rent-a-Purse - What a novel idea

2005-01-26T19:11:00.000-08:00

Movie rentals, tux rentals, car rentals and now purse rentals?? Seems totally outlandish, but actually who came up with such a brilliant idea? Although we all want to be like the famous quad from Sex and the City, face it girls, we can’t always have a different bag for a different day, attitude, outfit, and occasion.
So the brains behind Bag, Borrow or Steal have devised a one of a kind idea in purse rental. You can either sign up for Diva, Princess, or Trendsetter status; Diva being the most expensive bags. Within your status (determined by the price you pay for your monthly fee) you can rent a bag for as long as you want. And when you decide you need a change, send the bag back and choose a new bag. The idea behind the concept appeals to the girls who want to keep up with the always changing purse trend for each new season. So I say why not?

Discounted handbags

2005-01-26T19:08:00.000-08:00

It is obvious that a designer purse stands out and draws attention to you and your outfit. But the sky high prices just might leave a dent too big in your back pocket. So what do you do?
The fact of the matter is, there are designer purses all over the internet with hugely dropped prices. So you want to know where to find them, look no further. We have the inside scoop here to some of the best priced purses on the internet, and hey, admit it, who wouldn’t want the real thing for half the price??
Check out the good folks at SmartBargains who provide an astonishing selection of purses & totes up to over 60% off!! And who said you can’t always get what you want??