Do you consider yourself a handbag addict? Or maybe a handbag aficionado? Have you heard of the independent label called Bagslag? Bagslag was created in 2003 by clothing and accessories designer, Lee Sylvester. She creates cute and quirky bags designed for “women who want something different”.  If you’re a shameless handbag addict, these bags might be just be perfect for you!
One of the bags from the Bagslag collection is called the Iris Messenger Bag ($78 USD). The design of this leather messenger bag is very edgy. It rectangular in shape, measuring a generous 15″ high by 11″ wide and features …read more

I’ve talked about the hidden gems on Etsy before and this bag is no exception. If you want to transition into Fall in a stylish way but don’t want to break your budget, this bag by Are by C Design is perfect! This hand-made, soft leather bag is shown here in a gorgeous mauve shade.
It’s called the Muriel ($166) and the leather is light-weight and features a cool distressed look.  You can carry this bag on your arm as a satchel or use the detachable shoulder strap and wear it like a messenger bag. It’s always nice to get a …read more

Forget about strappy gladiator booties. I know that there’s probably a pair on your feet right now as you read this, and while I love to imagine a sea of black strappy booties out there, I have news for you. You’re going to want something new, soon. What a shocker, huh? New season, new styles, new desires, my friends, that’s how this game gets played. Check it.
Be still my beating heart, LD Tuttle, these Corset booties are rocking my socks off. They are the perfect combination of cowboy boot and brogue, and I want them right now. Note to LD …read more

My pal over at Products of the Day recently hosted a ‘best original perfume blend’ contest for all “e-tailer” perfume and bath/body businesses. The results are in! I’d really like to hear more about the notes of Blend #7!!!
FIRST PLACE
(we had a three way tie for first place.)
Texas Charm Candle & Bath Company’s Blend #7
This was such a wonderful and complex fragrance. Neither one of us have ever come across something like it. It lasted a good long time and really had the essence of a great fragrance.
Sharon Bolton Scents’ LUV
This is a truly feminine fragrance. Very …read more

I met Jen from IndieFixx and Tilting Swiftly at yesterday’s Spring Bada Bing.   Even though craft shows are really hard for me (all those people…) it was a wonderful day,  and it seems like no matter who your neighbor is,  you’re bound to meet someone who’s doing really interesting stuff.  Jen is definitely in that category – her jewelry is very sleek and modern (just the way I like it!).   And if that weren’t enough, she’s also plenty busy writing about her ‘indie fixx’ -  a “celebration of the creativity, tenacity, and general spunky goodness that is the indie design …read more