You need a red bag. No really, you do! No other colour will catch the eye as easily or garner compliments as much as a red handbag. The key is finding the right bag in the right shade. A red bag isn’t just for Fall or Winter, it’s something you can carry year-round. For those times when you want to punch up your outfit or stand apart from the crowd.
The Marc Jacobs Quilted Leather Stam Satchel ($1350) has been reincarnated for the, 2009 Resort Collection, into this gorgeous red shade. It’s quite stunning and the satchel shape of the Stam …read more

If you’re in the market for a new designer-name handbag… and want to save some serious money (and don’t we all?) – you’re definitely going to want to check out Beyond The Rack’s limited time sale.
For the next two days (from now until November 1st only),  or until it sells out, you can save anywhere from 30 – 50% off handbags by Fendi, Burberry, Marc Jacobs, Prada and more.
Beyond The Rack is an invitation-only shopping community, but you can join by using the invitation code “BTRACCESS” and registering.
Handbags are selling fast, so you’d better get in there quick if you …read more

Marc Jacobs has come with two new ways to experience his fragrance LOLA this holiday season.  LOLA is the follow-up fragrance to the very popular Daisy. LOLA is a sexy, warm fragrance with a fruity opening.
Top notes: Pink Peppercorn, Pear d’Anjou, Ruby Red Grapefruit
Middle note: Dischia Peony, Rose, Geranium
Bottom note: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk

Beginning this November, LOLA will be available in both a Solid Perfume ring and a small 30 ml (1 ounce) size bottle. The ring will arrive at Sephora first and then it will be available in a wider variety of stores by January 2010.  The ring features …read more

Do you recall that lovely Christian Louboutin Python Shoulder Bag I wrote about a couple days ago? Well, I found another python bag, this time from Marc Jacobs, that’s just a wee bit cheaper. Ok, it’s not that much cheaper but it’s less than the CL bag, that’s for sure. It’s a bit bigger too!
The Marc Jacobs Stardust Printed Python Rio Satchel is a one of a kind type of bags. It’s a bit on the “look at me” side of the handbag spectrum but I definitely wouldn’t mind looking at this one up close (or getting one …read more

I was at the mall yesterday and apparently there’s a bit of a mini-trend in the handbag department. I noticed more labels are creating small crossbody bags or you can also call them mini messenger bags or mini shoulder bags.
I’m on the fence about this actually. On one hand they’re all very convenient and sometimes you do need to go hands-free whilst running errands or even shopping and they’re also great for travel. However, their small size is limiting. Unless of course, you only carry around the bare necessities, in that case, you’re golden.
I checked out the Saks website and …read more

Are you feeling blue? You won’t be if you’re carrying these two lovely blue handbags!  Blue, along with other colours like black, brown and grey, is a neutral colour meaning it works well with other shades.  If you don’t already have a blue handbag in your collection now is a good a time as any to pick one up.
The following bags from Nordstrom would definitely be on the top of my list!
Kooba Lizard Embossed Soft Tote ($495)  Get the look of an exotic lizard skin without the hefty price tag! This cool leather tote is chic and sophisticated, perfect as …read more

Are you thinking about taking the plunge and getting yourself a grey handbag for Fall? If so, I highly recommend adding this fabulous new Marc by Marc Jacobs bag to the top of your list. Why? Because I recently bought one myself (in Electric Violet) and I can vouch for the sheer amazing-ness of it.
The Classic Q Groovee Satchel ($498) definitely lives up to it’s name. Shown here in Aluminum, it’s a wonderful colour for Fall and can be used throughout the year as well. The bag measures a roomy 15¼”W x 10¾”H x 8½”D, but doesn’t feel …read more

We’re down to the last three days of the Spring & Summer 2010 collections at New York Fashion Week – luckily, there are tons of amazing designers still to show…
And I’ve got some interesting accessories to share with you all today!
Not every designer is going with the candy-colored/sleek lines/chunky accessories trend.  Some designers have been showing accessories with intricate details and softer colors.
Check out the woven and fringed purse in soft earth tones at Marc Jacobs:

Those embellished shoes are an interesting touch as well – I wonder how wearable those toe caps are though..
Carlos Miele used fabric in some interesting …read more

I’ve always been curious and fascinated by the Pantone Color Institute, the global authority on seasonal fashion colors. I picture a Volturi-like panel of whip-stylish judges perched somewhere in a Swiss mountain villa, making bold and calculated calls about “Iron” (this year’s grey) and “warm olive” (an amazingly rich hue that resembles that of the first olive oil press).
For fall, the Pantone fashion color report shows an array of diverse colors that look surprisingly brilliant when paired together.

The question, of course, is how have indie designers incorporated these colors into their creations? Quite well, actually:
Mel en Stel wool fitted/loose dress …read more

Earlier this week I talked about the travel friendly Lesportsac bag and while that little cross-body bag is well… little, it’s not practical if you’re the type of gal who has more things to carry around ‘just in case’. I’m one of those ‘just in case’ types myself so I can appreciate a cute, not too big, not too small messenger bag.

The Marc by Marc Jacobs Petal to the Metal Sasha Shoulder Bag ($498) caught my eye immediately and not just because it’s a Marc Jacobs (that’s a plus!). The size, 14.5″W x 11.5″H x 5″D, is just big enough …read more