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Ensemble 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Since I can't nearly buy as much as I want, I window shop via the internet. Here's one of many outfits found...
Starting from top left:
Hayden Harnett, Sophie Gathered Baby Doll Dress in Yellow, linen, metallic applique, $165.
Hayden Harnett, Julia Belted Jacket in Khaki, cotton with spandex, leather ... Read more:Ensemble
L.A.M.B. Catania East/West Clutch 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Here is another clutch that meets my needs in form and function. Perfect for day or night, the Catania
East/West Clutch
makes an appearance in fire engine red, like the color of Gwen Stefani's signature lipstick. It has velvet trim embossed with her logo with gold hardware, a ...
Goldenbleu Katie Clutch 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Clutches are one of the most versatile handbags in my arsenal. It can be a wallet, put it into a day-time workhorse tote, pulled out to run short errands or to go grab a bite to eat. By its reputation as an evening accessory, a clutch always elevates ... Read more:Clutch
, Goldenbleu
, Katie
Carla Caruso Jewelry 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Well, yeah, I like purses. I also like jewelry, especially rings. I like them to be minimalist with a nod to the organic. While perusing Lucky Magazine one day, I came upon CarlaCarusoJewelry
. Taking her inspiration from nature, works in gold and silver ...
Tim Gunn, you’re my hero 0000-00-00 00:00:00 I don't know about you but I am fervently anticipating the next season of Project Runway, not only to gasp at the highly restrictive parameters of each design challenge but also to listen to the counseling ... Read more:Tim Gunn
Name this bag 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Does anyone know the designer of this handbag?
My kids are out of school for the summer. This means no vacation for mom, who has to figure ways to entertain and keep them both reading. I crave spa-like conditions now. I think: Summer. White Sand. Azure ...
Marc by Marc Jacobs Quinn Turnlock 0000-00-00 00:00:00 This substantial sized tote has a look of ladylike elegance. It can hold your goodies but never lose its birken-esque silhouette. Its luxe soft leather is tempered by the o-ring and turnlock detailing. Dress up in stone or black. Dress down with the lovely, and personal favorite, ... Read more:Jacobs
, Marc Jacobs
, Quinn
Hurry, Neiman Marcus 70% Sale Online ends July 19 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Neiman Marcus
sale. Need I say more?
Take a look at what's still up for grabs:
Starting from left:
Bulga Brown Leather Shoulder Bag, WAS $640, NOW $358.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Mustard Ruth Shoulder Bag, WAS $268, NOW $161.
Hogan Black Guitar Leather Satchel, WAS $1,1,75, NOW $470. Read more:Hurry
Pia Wallen Bag in Leather 0000-00-00 00:00:00 What a statement. In a good way. Like other Swedish namesakes, such as Orrefors and Ikea, designer Pia Wallen reinterprets the look of functional ware or goods with a contemporary point of view. She is known mostly for using wool and felted wool. This leather tote ... Read more:Leather
Tracy Reese Castilla Clutch 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Tracy Reese
has extended her ultra-feminine viewpoint to a line of bags that any aspiring Holly Golightly would be proud to carry. The Castilla Clutch
is a classic example of the current Spring line. This is a highly constructed look -just perfect for the coming Fall season, too- ... Read more:Tracy
, Tracy Reese
Anna Corinna City Tote and Jet Setter Jr Tote 0000-00-00 00:00:00
I love the versatility of these totes by Anna Corinna. Totally utilitarian with ample storage in a slick hipster styling. The City Tote boasts 12" zippers on either side, short double handles and a removable shoulder strap while the Jet Setter
Jr is embellished with a few more ...
Sale at eluxury 0000-00-00 00:00:00
I am probably the last one in the fashion blog world to mention the current, on-going 70%-off sale at eluxury, but, what the heck, I'll embarrass myself and announce it anyway. While I don't see much to select in the handbag department, I see some purchase-worthy pieces left in ...
Kate Spade Mulholland Python Maya Satchel 0000-00-00 00:00:00 To me, Spade
.htm">Kate Spade
is a master in combining traditional silhouette, whimsy and sophistication. She's got the type of bag that warrants passing down to the next generation. Case in point is the Mulholland Python
Maya Satchel
, which is named after the road that courses through ...
Christofle Sterling Silver Collar Necklace 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Simplicity is usually the wisest route to take for choosing versatile, everyday accessories. However, that doesn't mean that it has to be boring. It can be sexy, sophisticated, modern, classic, or what ever adjective you'd like to inject. It can command attention, yet it ... Read more:Collar
, Necklace
, Silver
, Sterling
Ensemble for Friday #2 0000-00-00 00:00:00 I love to day dream. It can waste a bit of time, but also it puts a smile on my face. I usually start by thinking, "How fabulous could I look if I had a place to go." I look for inspiration everywhere. Whether I ... Read more:Ensemble
, Friday
Luella Fury Boxy Watersnake Bag 0000-00-00 00:00:00 I use the word "love" a lot, so it would seem that I am being facetious to state that I love Luella Bartley. Well, I do love her stuff. It's rock and roll, rebel, underground, yet pretty, preppy, and uptown. Sure, Madonna is a great fan ...
Ensemble for Monday 0000-00-00 00:00:00 It takes me a while switch gears from the weekend to the regular work week. I like to extend that lounge mood into the first day of work.
Starting from left:
Frye Boots, Bella Large Satchel in Red Dirt, leather, brass, $458.
Hayden Harnett, Bettina Pintucked Blouson Dress in Khaki ... Read more:Ensemble
, Monday
Channeling Harry Potter with a Trio of Handbags from Anthropologie 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Like most of the world right now, I'm being distracted from my everyday doldrum by HarryPotter
and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7). Two weekends ago, I was hunkered down in the movie theater watching Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5), and this past ... Read more:Channeling
, Handbags
Marc by Marc Jacobs Delancey Bag 0000-00-00 00:00:00 If I were ever to go back into the work force, I'd get this as my laptop bag. It's huge: 21" x 17" x 6". In pebbled leather and antique brass finish, this would assist me to attain that look that I've gloriously arrived. You can get this ... Read more:Jacobs
, Marc Jacobs
On Sale: De Couture Python Wristband and Mesh Boston Bag 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Here's some rocker chic. De Couture
, a collaboration between a Belgium accessories designer and an Italian apparel designer, gives you two reasons to add a little punk into your wardrobe. The python bracelet is backed in leather and finished with a decidedly equestrian inspired buckle. The large ... Read more:Boston
, Python
Pierre Hardy Patent Side Buckle Duffle 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Pierre Hardy
has produced probably one of the better investment handbags for the upcoming season because it's classic yet fresh. There's nothing trendy about this, but the touch of contrasting texture and color in the edging makes it current. Before starting his own line of apparel, shoes and ... Read more:Buckle
, Patent
, Pierre
Fall 2007 Offerings from Marni 0000-00-00 00:00:00
In Southern California, the part of the country where I live, the Fall season means the weather is still around 75 degrees. Sometimes, I get a bit envious watching fashion girls from the East Coast bundled in their new knits and coats. I will make due, and I think ... Read more:Marni
, Offerings
Ensemble for Saturday 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Saturdays are for running errands, meeting up with a friend for coffee, going to a matinee or shopping, rendezvous for dinner and more fun. Throw on the cashmere tee over the blouse, and this outfit goes from dawn to dusk with ease. I'm a little peculiar. I like ... Read more:Ensemble
, Saturday
John Fluevog 11th Hour Tardy Flats on Sale! 0000-00-00 00:00:00 Here I am surfing away at midnight, when I came across the website, fashiontribes.com. One thing led to another and I got to the John Fluevog website and found these lovelies! I live in flats. They go with everything no matter how polished or grudged out the ... Read more:Flats
Balenciaga Tron Clasp Bag 0000-00-00 00:00:00 I am a sucker for little lady purses. I can't use them (as I need to drag food/meds of my kids along with my stuff), but this doesn't stop me from admiring them and encouraging others to buy! Presenting the Tron Clasp bag from Balenciaga
on SALE. ...
Jane Bolinger Python Clutches 0000-00-00 00:00:00 I find these clutches from Jane Bolinger very attractive. While they are attractive because of the exotic skins, personally, the real reason is the jewel-like clasps. They look real, weighty, and the opposite of faux. They resemble antique kilt pins. For me, shopping around for a clutch ... Read more:Python
Sale at labelspree.com 0000-00-00 00:00:00 The sale at labelspree.com offers so many insanely affordable wear in quality materials. Undoubtedly, it will be easy-peasy to fill your closets with some items of contemporary envy without emptying your bank account.
Starting from left:
Kooba, Audrey Clutch in Black (also available in Bourbon), lambskin, suede interior, bronze zipper, 5 x ...
Plunket & Pivet Esther Clutch 0000-00-00 00:00:00 There's nothing more thrilling than finding a designer new to the market. In my enthusiasm in finding something laudable, I get the urge to share it. Feast your eyes on Plunket & Pivet's eloquent and simple leather clutch. The clutch can realistically be called a handbag when carried at its ... Read more:Clutch
, Esther