November 2014 - Page 2

PurseBlog Asks: Would You Rather Buy One $2,000 Bag or Four $500 Bags?

Nov 24, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Since we start #pursechat last month (join us every Tuesday on Twitter, 2 p.m., use the hashtag!), we’ve gotten a chance to ask and answer questions with you guys in a way that’s gotten us thinking about a lot of fashion-related topics in new ways. A couple of weeks ago, we asked our followers whether … Read more

We Did the Math: Designers Charge Women More for Bags Than Men

Nov 24, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Over our years of covering men’s bags, we’ve noticed two things. First, when most designers have a super-popular women’s bag, they modify it into a more traditionally masculine version for their menswear audience. Second, those bags generally seem like a better deal than the women’s alternative, even though they’re usually bigger and feature nearly identical finishing and hardware. I put our perceptions to the test last week, and what I found largely confirmed our suspicions.

Check Out Celebs’ Best Lovely, Ladylike Bag Picks from Last Week

Nov 24, 2014 by Emily Anderson

Celebrities kept it exceptionally classy with their bag choices last week. We saw stars on both coasts carrying only the most seasonally appropriate designer totes, satchels, flap bags and crossbodys from brands ranging from Hermès to Kate Spade, and we’ve got documentation of our favorites below.

PurseForum Roundup – November 21

Nov 21, 2014 by Pattie Rechtman

The windup to the holidays is in full swing, Roundup readers, so how are you holding up? This week, we dropped into Dior and Mulberry and considered the ups and downs of the holidays in the Health and Fitness subform.

What’s In Her Bag: Alicia Quarles

Nov 24, 2014Nov 21, 2014 by Vlad Dusil

On November 14th, Alicia’s best friend Diem Brown lost her long battle with cancer. We shot this feature a few days before Diem passed away, and in it, Alicia speaks of Diem, who she calls her Earth Angel.

Diem founded MedGift.com, a site dedicated to financially supporting those suffering a health-related hardship, and we want to help her dream come true.

Help keep Diem’s legacy alive and donate to MedGift.com. Here is Diem’s page, and the main donation page.

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The Many Shoes of Khloé Kardashian

Nov 21, 2014 by Katherine Callaghan

Whether you love ’em or hate ’em, one thing is for sure: the Kardashian family wardrobe is on point (I suppose that’s one of the many perks of celebrity stardom). We’ve already taken a look at her impressive bag collection, and now it’s time to delve into a different area of her closet: Khloé Kardashian’s … Read more

The Best Bag Deals for the Weekend of November 21

Nov 21, 2014Nov 21, 2014 by Amanda Mull

We’re inching ever closer to the biggest shopping day of the year, and with that comes the addition of new sales and discounts every week. As we do every Friday, we’ve combed the Internet’s best sale sections for the most notable handbag markdowns, and you can find a newly expanded version of our weekly bag deals roundup below. If you’re looking for more generalized fashion sales, check out our continually updated Deals Page.

Lately, Céline and Saint Laurent are the Only Bag Choices for Cover Girls

Nov 20, 2014 by Emily Anderson

While the brand’s popularity has undoubtedly ebbed since an event that I will refer to as Peak Phantom Luggage Tote, models still have lots of love for their treasured Céline bags. Models across the US were seen carrying Céline bags in droves this week; when they weren’t carrying Saint Laurent, of course. These two brands … Read more

Check Out Chanel’s Dubai-Themed Cruise 2015 Bags, in Boutiques Now

Nov 20, 2014 by Amanda Mull

The number of full handbag collections that Chanel puts out ever year is insane; as soon as one lands in stores, you can be that the next is on its way, complete with a new theme and variations on some aspect of global live. For Chanel Cruise 2015, Dubai was the inspiration, and those Middle Eastern-inspired bags are in a boutique near you this very minute. Below, we’ve got photos and prices.

Gift Guide 2014: The 20 Most Extravagant Gifts on the Internet, In Case You Just Won the Lottery

Nov 20, 2014Nov 20, 2014 by Amanda Mull

We write about very expensive things with great regularity around here, so, to a certain extent, we’re all desensitized when it comes to expensive consumer goods. It’s hard to shock us, but when we started hunting for items to include in our annual gift guide series, it became clear that retailers have really upped the … Read more

Want It Wednesday: Cover Up with a Wonderful Coat

Nov 19, 2014 by Amanda Mull

If you’re joining us from most of the continental US, you may have noticed something yesterday: oh my gosh it is so cold outside. It’s starkly freezing today too, and these days are only going to become more frequent over the next few months. We suggest combining that with lots of hot toddies and beautiful … Read more

Celebrate the Season with over 1,000 Gorgeous Accessories at the Heritage Holiday Auction

Nov 19, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Heritage Auctions pioneered the resale of rare designer bags in the auction world, and that means that the Dallas-based auction house has the experience and client list to source not just hard-to-find bags, but also the kind of VIP-only, limited edition and special order pieces that are only ever offered to extremely dedicated and loyal customers at luxury brands’ boutiques. At the Heritage Auctions Holiday Luxury Accessories Signature Auction, you have the chance to add them to your collection.