Tory Burch 797 Leather and Croc-Print Leather Clutch
Colorblocked in all the right ways, the 797 Leather and Croc-Print Leather Clutch by Tory Burch is a classy way to stay on trend. The croc-print flap spices up this neutral clutch and the black strap that centers the bag (and makes it a wristlet) does its part to ground the look without dragging it down. This conservative clutch is a pre-order from Saks, but you should receive it by the middle of March. Your credit card won’t be charged the $450 until it ships.
Proenza Schouler PS11 Mini Leather Shoulder Bag
Go for relaxed urban chic with this Proenza Schouler PS11 Mini Leather Shoulder Bag over your shoulder. This structured piece may appear low-key, but it will probably earn you a few compliments, anyway. All the handsome tan-brown leather really needs to dress it up is a touch of gold, here in the form of a slim bar lock closure. Perfection! Available for $1675 at NET-A-PORTER.
Milly Mini Nappa Leather Clutch
Hopefully you haven’t tired of the boxy, schoolbag-inspired silhouette that took the handbag world by storm last year, because it has no intention of disappearing just yet. The Milly Mini Nappa Leather Clutch shows how graceful and elegant something inspired by school (the horror!) can actually be. A lithe, detachable chain strap and a pop of coral pink give it a fresh, feminine appearance perfect for spring and summer. Available for $235 at Nordstrom.
Alexander McQueen Serpent Skull Snakeskin Knuckle Box Clutch
Another day, another statement bag from Alexander McQueen. Could you really expect anything else from the label that makes fancy work of skulls and knuckle-dusters? The Serpent Skull Snakeskin Knuckle Box Clutch isn’t my favorite McQueen creation in the world, but man, will it turn heads. With its gilded (and rather evil-looking) skull, ivory horns and brazen snakeskin, it’s the epitome of high drama. Available for $2045 at Net-a-Porter.
Lanvin ‘Happy Flap’ Two Tone Leather Bag
This Lanvin ‘Happy Flap’ Two Tone Leather Bag is like dessert in purse form. Doesn’t it look just like a slice of Key Lime pie? That creamy citrus green paired with pale graham cracker brown is making our mouths water. And just think! This bag is completely calorie free, unlike your favorite sweet treat. This bag, which is made of goat leather and set off by brass hardware, is the perfect addition to your spring and summer wardrobe. Available at Brown’s for $1,860.
See by Chloe Patent Leather Satchel
A girly handbag doesn’t earn its stripes unless it’s pink – that much is sort of a given. Lately, though, it seems it’s not truly worthy of the label unless it also has some scalloped trim worked somewhere into the mix. The See by Chloe Patent Leather Satchel is a great example that incorporates a soft, blush-pink hue, a dainty shape that seems both businesslike and playful (thank the glossy leather for that) and the aforementioned trim finishing it all off with a dainty flourish. It’s cute! Available for $495 at Net-a-Porter.
Miu Miu Frayed Tweed Shoulder Bag
Go for ladylike chic with a little help from Miu Miu. The new Frayed Tweed Shoulder Bag is the kind of instant classic that women can count on loving, using and showing off for years, if not decades. With its delicate hues and feminine design, it’s the ultimate bag for the ultimate girly-girl. Keep it soft and sweet with a simple color palette for best results. Available for $1195 at Net-a-Porter.
All The Single Ladies – Treat Yourself To Designer Purses And Tiffany Jewelry This Valentine’s Day!
If you are a single lady, there’s no reason to get depressed this Valentine’s Day! I always treat myself to something nice this time of year to cheer myself up, and I found just the thing at PurseValley – free Tiffany jewelry! During February, they will offer you a free Tiffany bracelet and necklace when you make a purchase of $75 or more. So you can get those Chanel designer purses you’ve always wanted and when they arrive, your Valentine’s Day gift will be tucked inside – beautiful jewelry!
Both pieces of jewelry feature stunning heart pendants in honor of the special day. The bracelet has an engraved heart affixed to a linked chain with a simple clasp at the back. The necklace has two thin heart pendants that rest against one another and hang from a fine chain. Both pieces are plated in beautiful sterling silver, so they match to perfection.
And of course if you have a boyfriend you can get these freebies buy shopping for his gift at PV! They have a wide range of men’s watches that would be perfect. The only thing you need to do to get this deal is to sign up for Club Couture, the official club of PV. It’s easy and free, and doing so will get you more monthly deals and discounts on Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel designer purses!
Away we go with Kate Spade’s pretty printed suitcase
With stores everywhere filling up with the finest of Spring 2012′s bright, cheerful offerings, it’s hard not to have a getaway on the brain. When you combine that with unseasonably warm weather in New York this week, I’m feeling more impatient than ever for the arrival of spring, or simply the arrival of my next vacation.
Sadly, that’ll have to wait until at least after Fashion Week, but right now, I’m mentally packing the Kate Spade Japanese Floral Medium Suitcase as my carry-on and jetsetting to, I don’t know, Bali? Bali sounds about right, I think. It’s my imagination, I can go wherever I want.
When I first looked at this suitcase, I thought, “Well, it’s very cute, but who would actually use a hand-carried suitcase anymore for real travel?” I took a close look at the dimensions and got out my measuring tape, though, and then I realized that the case isn’t all that much bigger than my large Proenza Schouler PS1. It would be big enough to fit a 15″ laptop and everything that you want to take on a plane for entertainment during the flight, or perhaps big enough for a short weekend car trip, but not so big that it would be uncomfortable to carry without wheels to aid in the process.
This bag is a luxury item for sure, in that it’s for a particular type of traveler that’s far more interested in style than comfort. Those women do exist, as evidenced by the number of people I see trekking through the airport in sky-high heels, but for anyone else this bag probably seems like a slightly silly purchase. On my imaginary vacation, though, the pretty print and classic shape make perfect sense. Buy through Kate Spade for $828.
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Handbags that say “I love you”
Valentine’s Day! If my informal research is any indication, you probably think of it as either your favorite holiday or the worst day of the year, but no matter which you choose, it still comes around once a year, every year. And if you’re in a relationship, that means that you still have to find ways to gently guide your significant other toward the right kind of Valentine’s-appropriate gift. We have a few ideas, obviously, and they’re all shaped like handbags.
This Valentine’s Day Gift Guide is our first of two, and it’s for the partner that wants to hit this Valentine’s Day out of the proverbial park (or who simply has an enviably large discretionary budget and wants to spend it on you). From $270 to $2595, we’ve got plenty of red and pink bags that make great gifts and that will remind you of a very happy V-Day every time you use them.
Valentino Mini VaVaVoom Shoulder Bag, $1695 via Net-a-Porter
Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag, $1260 via Neiman Marcus
Marc by Marc Jacobs Bob’s Memphis Satchel, $530 via Net-a-Porter
Kate Spade Rosa Tote, $425 via Neiman Marcus
RED Valentino Ombre Chain Clutch, $550 via Saks
Yves Saint Laurent Cabas Chyc Linen Tote, $2595 via Net-a-Porter
Jason Wu Kate Python-Embossed Clutch, $895 via Neiman Marcus
Reed Krakoff Mini Atlantique, $1190 via Neiman Marcus
MICHAEL Michael Kors Margo Shoulder Bag, $270 via Net-a-Porter
