I know I have a few fab Texans hanging around here, and now is one of those beneficial times to be hanging.  My dear friend Tina Craig, over at BagSnob is hosting a lovely event THIS Thursday, at the Oscar boutique in the Northpark Center, this Thursday, March 27th, from 1-4 pm.  Oscar de la Renta is sending his Fall 2008 bag collection to the boutique for an exclusive preview showing, and Tina is bringing champagne for this “Bags and Bubbly” event.  How fun!

This is one of those times that I wish I hadn’t been traveling so much and could get my hiney 3 hours north.  Will you go on my behalf and give Tina a big hug for me?

It is well worth noting that 5% of any bag sales made at this event will go to the Genesis Women’s Shelter in Dallas.  Get yourself there if you can, it will be a great time, and will help an amazing cause.  Read more about the event over at BagSnob.

Image:  used w/ permission from BagSnob

Ah it always takes me a while to get back on the program after a trip, but I have finally joined back forces with my WebSnob friends, and here is what has been on their minds this week - enjoy - I know I always do!

Stiletto Jungle is crazy for the first ever lip plumping balm.

Bag Snob is all wrapped up over Diane von Furstenberg!

Your bags are a Petri dish for germs and bacteria. Learn how to protect your designer purses on BagBliss!

Beauty Snob slims and tones with Spanx!

Coquette searches for the perfect black flats.

Elaborate church hats are back, says Fashiontribes, and big…literally!

KRiSTOPHER hates on a Miu Miu clutch.

Papierblog discusses the effect of Hussein Chalayan at Puma

Second City Style has picked our top celeb fashion stars for spring. Who’s looking amazing and why.

Shrimpton Couture TV: shares a Real Life Vintage Spot!

Najwa Moses says sequined hats for men is the latest trend!

Stylehive TV: Juliette Lewis Refuses to “Tumble and Cavort” in Whitley Kros!

Image: Christina Jones

This stuff is SO right up my alley - I wish I had more time. Or needed less sleep. My great friends over at Glam.com have teamed up with Marie Claire magazine a super nifty competition. You can submit your handbag designs to Glam.com and let the fashion community vote on their favorites.

Cool, but what do I win (you might ask…)? How does a trip to NYC, a one nighter at a “posh NY hotel” and you get to be a Marie Claire accessories editor-for-a-day. Your winning bag will be created, and 8 of them will be auctioned off for charity on eBay.

Sounds like fun - and a potential stepping stone for anyone who might be looking for one. Let me know if you submit - I sure don’t want to miss it!