Handbag Trends: Studded Style
September 23, 2009 by Kori Ellis
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Studded handbags offer an edgy, rocker-chic appeal. You can find them in all shapes and styles. If you don’t want anything too harsh, look for a soft body bag with feminine detailing that is accented with metal studs, zippers or rivets. Here are a few studded handbags from Nordstrom that you are sure to love.
Lockheart Knot Tonight Studded Tote
How cute is this bag?! Metal studs accent the cord that is cinching the top of this leather Lockheart bag. This tote comes in your choice of black, claret (red) or grape (purple). At 16 inches wide, this tote is big enough …read more
Get Your Shine On
July 1, 2009 by Kori Ellis
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This fall, handbags are going to be all about the sparkle and shine. From glossy patent leather to dazzling sequins, look for bags and other accessories with lots of glitz. This Gucci shoulder bag features a black and multicolored patent leather than reminds you of an oil slick.
The iridescent coloring is definitely a unique take on the Gucci Icon Bit shoulder bag. This bag features a non-adjustable top handle strap, along with an adjustable/detachable shoulder strap. Inside this roomy bag, you will find several pockets to keep yourself organized.
This gorgeous bag, along with the Gucci tote in the same coloring, …read more
Valentino Studded Tote
April 22, 2009 by Kori Ellis
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This season, we are seeing a lot of studded handbags. They are perfect to fit that rocker chick trend. But instead of being too edgy and hard, you can also find studded bags that are a little more soft than you’d expect. This Valentino tote shows you exactly what I mean.
This bag features white patent leather in a pleated design. It has a double zip top and a dual top handles. This handbag is cute and feminine, but it also has rows of silvertone stud details for a nice contrast.
You can get this Valentino Maison studded tote at Neiman Marcus …read more
Handbag Trend: Soft Leather Shopper
April 18, 2009 by Kori Ellis
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Lately we are seeing a lot of shopper handbags in ultrasoft leather with slight ruching or pleating and a curved shape. These bags come in all sizes, from medium-sized bags that work for everyday to extra large options for weekend getaways.
This season, look for bags in pretty pastels for spring, trimmed with fringe for the Bohemian look, or embellished with studs for a rocker-chic appeal.
Here are just a few of these soft leather shoppers that available right now at Nordstrom. For luxurious choices to bargain options, you are sure to find one of these trendy handbags in your price range.
Michael …read more
Handbag Trends: Going Natural
April 15, 2009 by Kori Ellis
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Sure, spring fashions feature a lot of color but don’t overlook the versatility of neutrals. When selecting accessories, particularly handbags, neutrals are a functional and fashionable choice. This spring, choose neutral bags in straw, linen, creamy leather and white patent.
Here are two straw bags that I really adore from Neiman Marcus.
Eric Javits Squishee Star Shoulder Bag
You have probably seen Eric Javits’ Squishee straw hats. They are perfect for travel because the fiber material is packable and foldable. Did you know you can get Squishee handbags too? This shoulder bag features a foldover flap top and chain strap with the natural …read more







