Designers Handbags

It is not that I buy bags every other day even though I do keep track of all the latest brand items, especially Balenciaga and Valentino because they make the fashion, and, of course, I can never leave a store without looking at the recent inventions of Tomas Maier and the Bottega Veneta team. It is just like Mercedes in the world of bags: Bottega’s unique elegance and everlasting quality gives you that specific feeling of happiness when you are absolutely sure – it is worth every single dollar you pay for it.

If I have to choose between two perfectly designed bags, one of which is made out of some solid and natural material, I’d positively pick that one only as I like to feel something real in my hands. So, the Bottega Veneta Cervo Flap Shoulder Bag would certainly make me realize that I’ve finally found what I’ve been looking for. One can easily recognize a Bottega by its woven details, and the softest slightly grained structure of deerskin becomes a very pleasant surprise.

Actually deerskin is rarely used in bag-making, so I consider this fact as a genuine, even mouthwatering treat. It creates an incredible feeling of luxury and your own uniqueness. Even completely black color of the bag doesn’t make it look gloomy because of the woven pattern around the flap edge and on the bag itself, and you are hardly going to ever get tired of it.

Balenciaga is well known for creating avant-garde bags, their designs are always on the cutting edge of fashion and as far as quality, their extraordinary craftsmanship is unsurpassed. This chic new Balenciaga shoulder bag is so refreshing and different. I love the interesting combination of both black and tan leather. The straps are comprised of buckles, a creative twist on the usual use of hardware. Available online exclusively from matchesfashion.com for $2,400.

This summer it’s all about the bright colours and each week I surf the net to find my summer wear I am inspired. This time I’ve found the Chloé Maya Leather Shoulder Bag.

A unique and stylish violet large leather tote with canvas straps, zip detailing, pockets and an open pouch at the back, the spacious bag is perfect for your daytrips in the sun and your evenings, dining and drinking alfresco. Think whites, blues and blacks with this bag – a match made in heaven.

The expensive but extremely beautiful Chloe Maya leather shoulder bag is £716 and is available at Net A Porter.

Anya Hindmarch is an accessories designer out of England, who quickly gained popularity worldwide. Her handbag and shoe collections are frequently featured in leading fashion magazines like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, and in both 2006 and 2007 Anya was named Designer of the Year by Glamour magazine. This haute little number is called the Aretha Shoulder Strap Bag. White calfskin leather is accented with trendy gold stud work, while the inside is rigged with all the organizational must haves: zippered pockets, a pen holder and a key latch. Available at Ron Herman (Fred Segal) for $1,050.