Designers Handbags

Posted Jun 19th 2007 5:03PM by Sandy Maple

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Is this not the most beautiful bag you have seen all day? The gorgeous golden brown metallic fabric with embroidered floral design is stunning. But accented with a generous sprinkling of brown and topaz Swarovski crystals, this evening bag becomes a work of art. Carry it by the crystal studded handle, or over your shoulder with the optional chain shoulder strap. Lined in black velvet, this bag is simply brilliant. $250.

Posted Jun 18th 2007 5:02PM by Sandy Maple

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Etro’s Spring/Summer 2007 leather collection is big on the buckles and this bag is no exception. Against the black patent leather, these over-sized buckles will be obvious from across the room. Think of them as conversation pieces for your body. The bag is large at nearly 11 inches square, has double handles and a zip top. $1300.

Posted Jun 17th 2007 5:03PM by Sandy Maple

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Vivienne Westwood may be known for her funky fashion sense, but this bag looks positively sedate. From her Spring/Summer 2007 Pirate Collection, the gold tote features a classic shape with a retro color scheme. There is something about the gold cotton fabric that brings to mind drapes, but the orange leather trim does funk it up a bit. With just touch of silver on the hardware and the trademark orb, the bag is lined in a logo print and has two interior pockets. $589.57.

Posted Jun 16th 2007 5:03PM by Sandy Maple

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This bag has a bit of a hippie vibe. From the Village Collection, the leather hobo sports a perforated, scrolled fern design on the front and and visible stitching all around. The back of the bag features a gold tone logo plaque and the interior is lined in natural canvas. With an inset zipper closure at the top, the bag also has all the necessary pockets: zip, patch and cell-phone. The whip stitched shoulder strap has a 10 inch drop and the bag itself measures a roomy 17 inches. On sale now for $237.

Posted Jun 16th 2007 2:03PM by Marsha Reid

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When traveling, the care and safety of your gadgets is so important. Quite a few years back, my husband bought me an SLR camera. I was so excited and literally had it by my side at all times. Upon coming home from my trip to AZ, my camera stopped working. And of course I failed to take the warranty on it which would have allowed me to get a brand new camera – of course! With all that said I am super paranoid when it comes to my gadgets. First they are way too expensive to buy a whole new gadget and second, they hold such an enormous amount of personal information that it is heartbreaking when they disappear. Tokidoki for LeSportSac Media Case, although more fashionable than protective, it will keep your iPod and/or cell phone safe from scratches and the random debris that can interfere with the workings of your gadgets. It has a zip top closure to keep it all safe. Carry in your bag, on your wrist or attached to your hip – either way it is safe. Dimensions: 3 1/4″W x 5 1/2″H x 1 1/2″D. Price: $84.

Posted Jun 16th 2007 10:04AM by Rigel Gregg

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Cartier is very deliberate when it comes to business and expansion, making strategic appearances at art shows, parties, and various red carpet events in order to promote the upscale Cartier name. And the latest effort is one we haven’t seen from them in awhile, a line of luxury handbags. The ‘Marcello,’ pictured here, will be debuting in a bold set of seasonal colors generally uncharacteristic of Cartier, but that they hope will help project this day-to-evening bag to “fashion staple” status. And as for prices? Expect them to be around $1500.

Posted Jun 15th 2007 5:07PM by Sandy Maple

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SalvationSacks offers unique, wearable works of art using salvaged, recycled and vintage materials from decades past. Mixing and matching textures and patterns, the bags are one-of-a-kind creations with a social consciousness. Plus, they are really pretty.

This bowler was made from 1960’s vintage linen curtains and trimmed with leather furniture remnants. Notice the vintage brooch attached to the front and leather belt strap. $145.

Posted Jun 15th 2007 10:03AM by Rigel Gregg

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For lovers of leather, this shopping bag might be the ultimate “don’t need it but gotta have it” accessory. Bringing your own shopping bag is the latest thing to do, as we all know how bad plastic is for the environment. So this leather shopping bag, based on the same design as common plastic bags, is perfect for toting a days worth of purchases home in style. It’s extremely simple and functional, but also makes an unexpected statement. My only wish is that it came in other colors. Made in Germany, 14″ x 16.75″. $395 each.

Posted Jun 14th 2007 5:06PM by Sandy Maple

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This beautiful bag is actually two accessories in one. The detachable gold gold serpent bracelet serves as a wristlet for the bag, or as a fashion statement all on its own. The bold fuchsia print on ivory satin is stunning, dressed up with a touch of gold piping. With a simple flap closure, it is brilliant spring style at its best. £425.

Posted Jun 13th 2007 5:03PM by Sandy Maple

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I love orange and the patent leather trim on this bag really makes things pop. Lots of interesting details here: over sized camouflage-print buckles with logo prongs, chain insets on the tan zucca-print shoulder straps and gold-tone hardware. It all contrasts nicely with the brown/dark green leather of the bag. $1,920.