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- LeSportsac Jen Cross Body | Convertible Messenger-Style Handbag with Exterior Zippers - 2009-04-27 17:33:04-04
LeSportsac is pretty much the epitome of function, at least for the handbag world. I don't think they even produce bags that aren't completely convenient and durable. If they do, I certainly haven't come across them. Hence, the Jen Cross Body bag fits perfectly into the typical functional, cute, and sturdy categories that make up the [...]
- The SAK Silverlake Flap Bag | Leather Hobo Shoulder Purse - 2009-04-27 20:57:39-04
The SAK has been trying to break free of their "mom bag" image for a while now, moving from their signature crochet purses to more stylish options in materials like leather. This SAK Silverlake Flap Bag is a step in the right direction. Sure, the fashion is toned down, probably still appealing to moms - but [...]
- Phillip Lim Kanvas Leather Tote | Candy Yellow Calfskin Carryall - 2009-04-27 23:44:20-04
I love Phillip Lim for his minimal, timeless designs. They always appeal to me as classic and wearable for almost anyone. And, while I don't think this bag is an exception, I do have a few reservations about it. I'm not trying to tap in to the global broken record of recession complaints, but seriously, I [...]
- Rebecca Minkoff Summer 09 Video Preview at the Purse Blog - 2009-04-28 00:21:23-04
I'm a big fan of Rebecca Minkoff's designs. There's always something about them that makes them classic but with a little twist yet not over the top in any way. Stars seem to love them, too, since celebrities like Jessica Alba and Hayden Panattierre have been spotted toting around the handbags like there's no tomorrow. It's hard not [...]
- Oroton Jackie Hobo Bag | Soft Shrunken Leather Purse with Front Pockets - 2009-04-28 02:05:56-04
When you hear the name Jackie you think of one woman: Jackie Onassis-Kennedy. Naming a purse after this paragon of style gives it a lot to live up to, but this Oroton hobo manages to hold its own. Hobos aren't the style one thinks of when imagining elegant handbags, but this is a much chicer option [...]
- Radley Without a Paddle Grab Bag | Fun Applique Purse with Boating Scottie Dog Design - 2009-04-28 04:05:05-04
Radley's quirky sense of humor is on show with this fun Without a Paddle grab bag. The front of the bag features the Radley Scottie Dog punting down the river with his owner. It's the little details which really make this hand-crafted leather appliqué design, from the pup's boater and blue punting jacket to the Terrier [...]
- SR Squared by Sondra Roberts Woven Satchel | Navy Manmade Handbag - 2009-04-28 16:55:36-04
It's not exactly a Harveys seatbelt bag, this SR Squared by Sondra Roberts satchel has a similar design concept with its interwoven material. The popular spring and summer style is the star of the show here on this handbag. The Woven Satchel also comes in more traditional summer colors like yellow gold and rosy pink. However, [...]
- Marc by Marc Jacobs Softy Tobo Bag | Smooth And Structured Berry Leather Hobo - 2009-04-28 20:39:21-04
Oh, there's nothing like a little Marc Jacobs in the Summer time to maximize your fun in the sun! His poppy color palette and fresh, juicy designs are the perfect additions to long days and longer nights. This structured hobo, called the Tobo, I think because it melds his Totally Turnlock collection with a classic hobo, [...]
- Louis Vuitton Monogram Joke Satchel | Mancrazy Handbag from Summer 08 Collection - 2009-04-28 22:18:35-04
Handbags are great for carrying stuff around. This is obvious. They are functional, fashionable items that can be used to complete an outfit or transport your belongings. Or, at least, this is what they used to be. Nowadays, the simple premise of the "handbag" no longer exists. We have totes, baguettes, clutches. We have purses covered [...]
- Alexander McQueen Plans Secretive Men's Collection Presentation | More Man Bags on the Horizon - 2009-04-28 22:58:32-04
Evidently trash heaps and Saran Wrap aren't unique enough for Alexander McQueen. Despite the fact that his latest women's show at Paris Fashion Week was one of the strangest ever seen, the designer has something else up his sleeve. In lieu of a typical runway presentation, McQueen and his crew have "something very special" in the [...]
- British Handbag Label Radley Gets a New Chief Executive - 2009-04-28 23:59:53-04
There's a new top dog at British accessories house, Radley. Sven Gaede, formerly of Net-A-Porter, will be at the brand's chief executive from May 4. He takes over from retiring chief executive Roger Best. He's already got a fan in the company's chairman, Paul Mason. "I am confident that he has the right skills and relevant experience [...]
- Alexander McQueen Fringe Hobo | Studded Leather Handbag - 2009-04-29 00:13:12-04
At first, the clever use of fringe on this Alexander McQueen hobo bag catches the eye. But as you keep looking, the hits just keep on coming. There is a lot going on with this bag so let's break it down. Fringe can be hard to do stylishly, but McQueen goes big and uses it to [...]
- RG House of Florence Brown Elephant Collection Cosmetic Case | Canvas and Boar Leather Animal Make-up Purse - 2009-04-29 02:05:11-04
RG House of Florence treads the fine line between cute and kitsch with this Brown Elephant Collection Cosmetic Case. Animal lovers are sure to flip over the elephant face, with its trunk extended to meet the zipper. The trunk motif is seen again in the long golden zipper pull. Raised elephant trunks are supposed to be [...]
- Zaftique Metro Drawstring Bag | Slouchy Leather Trimmed Shoulder Handbag - 2009-04-29 04:05:41-04
Zaftique has taken its Allegro and given it some casual twists to create the Metro drawstring bag. The Metro still has the same distinct barrel shape and practical long handles, but it's the details which make this more grab and go than uptown chic. The first is the fabric. Where the Allegro has snakeskin-looking trim and [...]
- Versace Soft Madonna Boston Bag | Beige Woven Metallic Leather Strappy Handbag - 2009-04-29 19:56:38-04
When I first saw this Versace Soft Madonna Boston bag, my immediate thoughts were, "Um, what exactly is going on here?" I'm not trying to be a smartass or anything, but seriously, I just didn't get it. Then I tried to figure it out, and came to the initial conclusion that the bag was made [...]
- Betsey Johnson Tie-Breaker Flap Tote | Embellished Ivory Leather Handbag with Gold Trim - 2009-04-29 20:18:40-04
When it comes to details, Betsey Johnson seems to tend toward the idea of the more, the merrier. The designer's handbags are always meant to stand out in a crowd and make a bold statement. This Tie-Breaker Flap Tote does just that with its abundance of embellishments and bold color choices. Though I wouldn't call ivory [...]
- Miniature Coach Op Art Leah Tote | Authentic Designer Beach Bag - 2009-04-29 20:34:04-04
Coach's collections are some of the most coveted and popular in the handbag world. As Coach are already a hugely established brand, the Leah range is constantly expanding. This piece, the cute pint-sized tote, is currently one of my favorites. Bohemia is a buoyant trend at the moment, with hippie chic and multiple textures and patterns hitting runways the world [...]
- Louis Vuitton and Takashi Murakami Handbag Designer Collaboration Animated Video - 2009-04-29 21:05:07-04
From the newest collaboration between French fashion house Louis Vuitton and designer Takashi Murakami comes this cute promotional video. In it we see the Murakami's Superflat creative vision combine with manga and the fashion-forward world of Louis Vuitton. It stars a little anime-styled girl, who looks like she's a few years off affording her own LV [...]
- Louis Vuitton Signs Madonna to Star in Fall Ad Campaign | Boy Toy Jesus Luz Rumored to Co-Star - 2009-04-29 21:18:21-04
After many rumors, Louis Vuitton has finally confirmed that they have once again signed Madonna, Her Majesty of Pop, to appear in an advertising campaign. After starring in a saloon-inspired spread for spring/summer 09 campaign, Queen Madge is back at work with Louis Vuitton designer Marc Jacobs for the new pics. Photographer Steven Meisel will shoot the [...]
- Aldo Poggiodomo Handbag | Boho-Chic Fringed Suede Shoulder Bag - 2009-04-30 02:05:48-04
Fringe is one of this season's biggest trends, with perennial style icons like Lindsay Lohan and Halle Berry recently spotted with their fave fringed purses. If you can't afford Alexander McQueen's fringe hobo, Aldo provide a cheap and cheerful alternative. With a retail value of $125, the Poggiodomo isn't pricy, but that doesn't mean it skimps [...]
- Matt & Nat Designer Launches New Eco-Friendly Handbags | Samsara Gives $1 For Every Vegan Purse Sold to Charity - 2009-04-30 03:05:09-04
Here at Bag Bunch we're longtime fans of the eco-friendly handbags created by Matt & Nat. Now the creative mind behind the brand, Inder Bedi, has launched a new environmentally-friendly accessories line dubbed Samsara. The unusual moniker is a Sanskrit word meaning rebirth. Samsara's development is clearly that, with the focus not just on eco-friendly fashions, [...]
- Emilio Pucci Silk Purse | Sophisticated Mustard Handbag with Signature Print Accent - 2009-04-30 04:05:29-04
Emilio Pucci is famous for creating colorful and quirky accessories adorned with his iconic signature prints. While they're ideal for toting to the beach or the mall, they'll never pass for after-five wear. That's where this stunning silk purse comes in. It's made from sateen silk rendered in a delicious mustard yellow shade. The striking tone [...]
- Rampage Crystal Satchel | Pleated and Patent Leather-Like Handbag - 2009-04-30 16:03:35-04
The Rampage Crystal handbag has qualities that remind me of both the Miu Miu Matellasse and the Chloe Heloise totes. Although this Rampage bag is surely a far cry from the designer versions, it's a much more affordable option when you're looking for this particular style. There are several competing features on the Crystal, but the [...]
- Versace Laminated Clutch | Sleek Mirrored Clutch With Polished Metal Touches - 2009-04-30 20:07:02-04
I'm the first to admit that I have a love/hate/love relationship with Versace. For years, I lived in Miami, where there are tall, tan, blonde women everywhere just dripping in the stuff. Sometimes I love the flashy Italian label, and sometimes I think they take too much a little too far. But, seriously, are you kidding [...]
- Miu Miu Matellaise Shopper | Contemporary Ruched Leather Hold-all Handbag - 2009-04-30 20:31:43-04
Miu Miu has long been a favorite brand of mine. Alongside the more traditional and classic designs of Chanel or Vuitton, Miu Miu screams contemporary, modern and youthful. Its exciting and eclectic designs are favorites of budding fashionistas and style icons. Personally, I love it because they can make even an ordinary hold-all look so darn good! The [...]
- Saks Fifth Avenue Offers Free Collector's Coffee Table Book with Ferragamo Handbag or Shoe Purchase - 2009-04-30 21:58:33-04
If you're heading to Saks Fifth Avenue anytime soon, be sure to stop by the bag and shoe department to get yourself one of their current promotional freebies. The gift you'll receive is a limited edition book entitled Evolving Legend: 1928-2008. This collector's "coffee table" book highlights Salvatore Ferragamo's genius including actual sketches and drawings from the past. To [...]
- Joe's Jeans Allanah Bag | Black Leather Cross Body Bag - 2009-05-01 00:15:29-04
In summertime we often like to travel light. The laptop bag gets replaced by the beach bag, and the carry-everything tote gets left behind in favor of something a little more portable, like this Joe's Jeans Allanah Bag. A cross body bag comes in handy in so many situations, from shopping to concerts to a coffee [...]
- Hype Riba Tote | Grommet Detailed Leather Drawstring Handbag - 2009-05-01 02:05:20-04
Grommets tend to be an accent, giving a purse a little rock and roll edge without dominating the design. Hype has bucked that trend with the Riba, creating a tote that takes grommets out of the background and plants them firmly center stage. Quite simply, this tote has grommets to spare. All that hardware is bound [...]
- Asos Limited Edition Handbags Celebrate Best of British - 2009-05-01 03:05:32-04
United Kingdom-based online fashion store Asos is bucking current economic trends, more than doubling its sales in the last year. To celebrate, the proudly British company is toasting its heritage with a new limited edition handbag range. The Made in Great Britain collection sees Asos team with some of the country's hottest designers. Liberty and Thomas [...]
- Maddalena Marconi Fringed Evening Bag | Jeweled Mini Handbag with Chain Strap - 2009-05-01 04:05:31-04
I've been enamored lately with Maddalena Marconi's eye-catching evening purses, but they've missed the mark here. Fringed bags might be big this season, but they should never look like this. All the right ingredients are there. This purse should have glammed up the popular boho-chic trend. But quite frankly, this looks like Cousin It from The [...]
- Bally Pachina Handbag | Soft White Tote and Shoulder Bag Combo - 2009-05-01 15:35:26-04
Bally has a great collection of handbags with modern square handles. In fact, the cute handles on this one are nearly identical to the ones on the Pemba Pouchette, but the Pachina is a little more grown up. I guess the Pachina could even be considered an older sister of the Pachi Tote, but there are [...]
- Treesje Hendrix Mini Hobo | Chartreuse Yellow Leather Handbag - 2009-05-01 16:07:50-04
The Hendrix Mini Hobo is yet another prime example of how Treesje always manages to combine classic and contemporary for the modern gal. Though not everyone gravitates toward handbags like the Hendrix, it's great for women who like a little edge in their style. It's not as rock-and-roll as, say, some Betsey Johnson purses, but the [...]
- Tod's Helmut Zip Tote Media Bag | Minimal And Classic White Leather Tote - 2009-05-01 20:57:20-04
Tod's is basically the Italian version of Hermes, minus the horsiness. Both lines have an extremely loyal following of upper crust customers, both produce timeless luxury classics, and both are almost completely inaccessible, economically, to anyone who isn't actually old money. This white leather Helmut Zip Tote Media bag is about the most contemporary piece I've [...]
- Lily Allen Lands Chanel Handbag Ad Campaign | Karl Lagerfeld to Photograph the Pop Star - 2009-05-02 00:20:59-04
Mental note: when you're famous and have an entire section of your closet devoted to Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld is bound to take notice of you. British pop star and Chanel uber-fan Lily Allen has earned herself front row seats at Paris Fashion Week with her loyalty to the brand, and now she's going even further with her [...]
- Timmy Woods Faith Handbag | Wood Grain Exterior Purse - 2009-05-02 01:44:40-04
Timmy Woods does it again. As always, this bag is a work of art; just one that you can carry with you to hot fashion events in the city and make intelligent yet sexy conversation with glorious man-boys from underwear shoots. It makes like Sex and the City, and this truly is where a bag [...]
- Oroton Mallorca Hobo Bag | Structured Stylish Shrunken Grain Leather Purse - 2009-05-02 02:05:39-04
Oroton has reinvented the hobo bag with the Mallorca. The slouchy style and bohemian vibe are gone, replaced with structure and sleek styling. In fact, calling it a hobo may be a bit of a misnomer. I suppose the shape resembles the traditional crescent with its round corners, but it's nowhere near as obvious as Jessica [...]
- Rent Luxury Luggage at Flight 001 Travel Stores - 2009-05-02 03:05:09-04
Cash-strapped fashionistas have been renting their favorite designer purses for years, so renting high-end luggage seems like the next logical step. Travel store Flight 001 is making it possible with its new Baggage Claim for Hire program. The initiative allows jetsetters to rent out luxury luggage for days or weeks at a time. It's not only [...]
- Marc by Marc Jacobs Softy Jorie | Horizontal Tote in Pale Gray Leather - 2009-05-02 18:16:50-04
The Marc by Marc Jacobs Softy collection of bags is some of the designer's best, I think. Some would probably disagree with me, but if I'm going to pay over $450 for a handbag, it'll most likely be for something timeless like this. Most of the Softy bags have pretty shapes, nice color choices, and soft [...]
- Amsterdam's Tassenmuseum of Bags and Purses Showcases "Beastie Bags" | Handbags from Fly Paper and Fish Included - 2009-05-03 00:40:39-04
The Tassenmuseum Hendrikje Museum of Bags and Purses is the place to go to see absolutely exquisite handbags and other accessories from the 16th century to modern day. If it's extremely rare or one-of-a-kind, it's probably there. I would expect an entire museum dedicated to handbags to have some interesting items, but I have to admit [...]
- Roxy Shining Tote Bag | Summery Surfer Style Beach Hold-all Handbag - 2009-05-03 01:59:49-04
Ah, Roxy. Producers of all things surf-wear and beachy, this brand is synonymous with sun, sand and sea. Their designs are cheap, cheerful and above all casual. No fancy evening purses here; instead we have usability and bright summery colors. This bag is no exception. In bright primary stripes, this shouts deckchair chic from the rafters. [...]
- RG House of Florence Bucket Handbag | Chic Straw Canvas and Boar Leather Bag - 2009-05-03 02:05:24-04
RG House of Florence keeps it simple with this chic bucket handbag. The natural straw canvas body is accented by boar leather trim. It's available with tobacco brown accents, but I'd rather carry this pale green variety. The shade's just a little unexpected, and ideal for spring! The body is classically boxy, but there's nothing traditional about [...]
- R. Lloyd Ming's Louis Vuitton "The Crucifix" Art Sells to Collector - 2009-05-03 03:05:20-04
A few months ago we wrote about R. Lloyd Ming's controversial artwork, The Crucifix. The sculpture saw Ming cut up thousands of dollars worth of Louis Vuitton Alma bags. The piece might seem sacrilegious to Christians and bagistas everywhere, but Ming insists he didn't intend to offend. Instead he was simply making a statement about the [...]
- Bally Bherna Satchel | Subtle Logo Print Handbag in Neutral Colors - 2009-05-03 16:24:51-04
I can't say that I'm bowled over by the Bally Bherna. It's not exactly one of the brand's most dramatic designs, to be sure. In comparison to something like the Bally Pemba Pouchette, it's extremely tame. However, there's always a time and place (and outfit) for a subtle accessory like this one. The woven fabric is [...]
- L.A.M.B. Darjeeling Bangalore Bag | Totally Mod Multicolored Leather Shoulder Bag - 2009-05-03 17:09:48-04
Gwen Stefani, in launching her fashion line, L.A.M.B. has made a number of stylistic decisions that some people consider questionable. But, this Darjeeling Bangalore Bag in the claret colorway is not one of them. It has a sleek Mod sensibility that looks both retro and contemporary. First off, the color combinations on this bag are fabulous. [...]
- Treesje Mortale Clutch | Little Black Bag with a Gothic Twist - 2009-05-03 21:21:32-04
Every wardrobe needs that little black dress. The simple statement item for use in emergencies or when inspiration heads for the hills. The challenge is always in finding a LBD that has that something special, that je ne sais quoi. A generic and multi-purpose item with a spark of individuality and creativity. The same concept applies [...]
- Burberry Opens Flagship Store in Downtown Beijing - 2009-05-03 23:56:20-04
Over 300 people attended the christening of a Burberry store on Thursday night. The party celebrated the opening of Burberry's new two-story flagship location in downtown Beijing. With champagne flowing, guests were welcomed to the event by co-hosts Maggie Cheung, actress from Hong Kong, and Christopher Bailey, creative director of Burberry. The new store, which clocks in [...]
- The SAK Ashbury Shopper | Large Luxury Leather Tote Bag - 2009-05-04 02:05:59-04
The SAK shows us just how effective a pared back design can look with the Ashbury Shopper. There's nothing overworked about this. The lines are simple and the embellishments are sparse. But that doesn't make it boring. Such a minimalistic approach allows us to get back to basics. We admire the leather with its natural grain texture [...]
- Tiffany & Co. Buys Bankrupt Lambertson Truex Handbags - 2009-05-04 03:05:30-04
Tiffany & Co. has thrown embattled handbag brand Lambertson Truex a lifeline. The jewelry giant has bought out the label, which filed for bankruptcy in March, and hired its designers to boot. Tiffany spokesman Mark Aaron said Richard Lambertson and John Truex were "well-regarded" in the industry, and vital to Tiffany's vision of developing handbags and [...]
- Emilio Pucci Foldover Tote | Colorful Pink Signature Print Convertible Purse with Cutout Handles - 2009-05-04 04:05:49-04
Fold-over bags are prized by bagistas who can't settle for just one look. Carry it by the cutout handles and you've got a conventional tote. Fold the top over and voila: it's a clutch. Now Emilio Pucci gives us his colorful take on the convertible trend. As with so many Emilio Pucci signature prints, this bold [...]
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