Designers Handbags

After an amazing short trip to NYC with my mom and brothers, I am back at it. After spending the past few days int he city, I realized that I a) forgot to post my mom’s Mother’s Day gift b) need more cute clothes and c) do not own nearly the bag collection of most of the population of NYC. The only part of of that list that I can really change right now is (a). Sad, but that is all that is affordable (uploading pictures that I forgot about that is!) So, without further ado, I’d love to show you all my mom’s beautiful Louis Vuitton Epi Alma.

Today is the most hectic day I have had in a long time. I have about 8,586,230 errands to run before Vlad makes it back to the States tonight!! I have to find the perfect airport outfit too (don’t even get me started on airport outfits) and clean up! Wheee. So right now I don’t have much posting time because I’m running behind on time. For a bag that is like no other and reminds me of the days of Joan of Arc, give your attention to Kooba Ada Woven Leather Tote. This bag looks like metal garb to me. But there is no metal; the bag is made from woven leather with large antiqued brass studs, canvas, and rope. Something about this bag just reminds me of a metal suit rather than anything else. Hum this could be the lack of sleep talking or the excitement for Vlad’s arrival.

Kate Winslet was seen with a hip bag resting on her hip, a simple Prada Nylon Bag. Many handbag enthusiasts are not totally enthused by Prada Nylon Bags, yet Kate shows us all that they are still hip and durable. These bags may be completely simple, but they are totally durable and easy to clean. While I can say that the bag is simple and easy to throw on, Kate’s clothing choice is a bit shoddy. Oh well, not like I am always looking chic; but she could have forced a smile on that beautiful face eh?! What are your thoughts?

The Vera Bradley trend is huge in some parts of the country. Anyone sitting there shaking their head up-and-down thinking about Sorority girls who carry them? Maybe you are one of them. It’s cool. I never fully got on the Vera bandwagon, but I never completely disliked her bags. One of my best friends since we were merely 10 pointed me towards a new Vera bag today that she is head-over-heels in love with. Best part is that the price is more than affordable when it comes to the world of handbags. The Vera Bradley Tropical Silk Limited Edition Kelly shows off a retro-floral print with an oval wooden handle. Just like the moon (on some nights at least), the bag is a crescent shape. On the inside there is pink logo lining and three pockets. This bag is large enough for me to again confirm that it is worth the price. Sizing up at 15″ x 8.5″ x 1.5″

Coach is always releasing new lines of bags. With summer just around the corner, Coach has released a line that is going to remind you of oranges, sunny days, and a summer tan. The Coach Ombre Signature Handbags have made their way into my heart starting with the clutch. The Coach Signature Ombre Framed Clutch immerses itself in tie dye twill with embossed calfskin and leather trim. For the perfect amount of glam there is a rhinestone frame closure which opens up to show a cell phone pocket and twill lining. The clutch measures 9 (L) x 4 (H) x 2 (W) and is sure to be a summer hit (it is with me).

Get out the sun screen and designer shades, because the vibrant oranges that mix together to make the Coach Signature Ombre Large Soft Tote will have you ready for summer before you know it. This tote is perfect for everyday wear and has two side pockets with a turnlock closure along with tons of pockets on the interior. There is a dog leash closure and the bag measures 10 (L) x 12 (H) x 6 (W).

Finishing off the tangerine trio is the Coach Signature Ombre Weekend Tote. This tote is big, bold, and beautiful. Like the others it shows off the tie dye twill outside with embossed calfskin and leather trim. But this bag comes with the perfect addition, a metallic fish ornament detail. This ornament makes me smile and think that I’m on the beach rather than sitting inside avoiding allergies and rain. The weekend tote also has many pockets for all of your goodies and measures a huge 15 1/4 (L) x 16 1/4 (H) x 6 1/2 (W). I’d love to take this with me on the plane to the Caribbean. Ahh that would be an amazing and needed vacation.

Originally, I planned to report on a new Louis Vuitton bag that I had seen while windowshopping two days ago on the Berlin Ku-Damm. For those who aren’t familiar with the Kurfuerstendamm, it’s the Berlin equivalent of NYC’s 5th Ave. All the top names in fashion have their stores lined up on the long strip leading away from the famous Gedaechtniskirche, a church that was bombed during World War 2 and was never restored (in order to serve as a monument reminding people of the terrible war). As I was in Berlin for only a good day, I didn’t have the time to actually check out what the exclusive fashion world had to offer all of us, but I sure did have the opportunity to check out what the store fronts had to offer. Sadly, I couldn’t find the Speedy that I saw in the showcase on LV’s site, instead I ran into this monstrosity of a bag.

This Louis Vuitton Speedy in Monogram Canvas sports a colorful, wide strip of suede fringes, each of which has several beads hanging off of it. Glass paste tube beads inset with gold leaves, lozenge in brown glass paste, grey pierrite, golden brass sphere, you name it. In addition to that, it has 8 LV signature charms dangling all over the place. Not a big fan… hideous. Rastafarian meets classic Vuitton. I’ll pass.

For some reason Louis Vuitton has been my designer of choice lately. While I wish that saying they are my designer of choice meant that I was buying their goods left and right, that is not the case. Rather I just want more of their products. Want is the key word there. Right now Vlad is in Berlin and I am hoping he will come back with a LV gift. Chances are no, but a girl can dream right? There is something simple yet elegant about the Louis Vuitton Antigua Sac Rabat. This satchel is inspired by one of my favorite tropical getaways, Antigua, and is easy to match and pair with many outfits. I am a jean and tee shirt kind of gal who likes to play dress up, and I am sure I could have this bag get good use. The blue canvas (my color of choice) is accented with contrasting straps and accented by polished gold brass hardware. The front shows off a fold-over flap with a double magnet closure which opens up to striped canvas lining. Finishing off this 9″ x 7″ x 2.7″ satchel is a logo plate which reads “Louis Vuitton Inventeur”. Ah-ha! I love this bag.

While so many of the accessories we lust and obsess over are not essential, when you are a new mommy a diaper bag is essential. You have to be prepared at all times with diapers, bottles, food, toys, wipes, pacifiers, and whatever else I am leaving out. For the new mom who does not want to spend too much and wants a stylish yet casual bag the Burberry Denim Messenger Diaper Bag is a bull’s eye. Rather than overpowering the outside, the inside of this diaper bag is lined with the signature Novacheck pattern while the outside shows off practical and casual blue denim. Because this bag is all about practicality, there are two side pockets, a path pocket on the front flap, and a terry cloth changing pad included. The dimensions are 11″H x 5 1/2″W x 11″D. I may not be a mommie but I am half tempted to buy this bag for everyday use.