Louis Vuitton Handbags and Purses (Page 20)

Tuesdays with Twiggers: Little by little my love for Louis Vuitton has been waning. I have been experiencing this irresistible urge for soft, smooshy leather in bold, bright colors. So it was with great anticipation that I eagerly waited for the pictures from the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2008 RTW show to surface, and for Louis Vuitton to lure me back in. I wanted color? Well Marc must have been listening…although I’m thinking he didn’t fully understand what I meant. How do I begin to sum up the show? Maybe one word can do it: confused. The possible inspiration: Spongebob? (See picture below).

The color palette was beautiful and vibrant, full of blues, yellows, watermelon pinks, and so much more. However, Marc Jacobs decided to throw them all on one bag! Bags with 3 or more colors, plus different colored handles, are too much for me to handle (literally and figuratively). An interesting twist on the bags was somewhat psychedelic monogram patterns, as well as turning many of the iconic bags into frame bags with little tags hanging that stated their name (i.e. papillon, speedy, and alma). There are also bags with ‘Louis Vuitton’ spelled out all over the bag (Think last season’s Marc Jacobs bags that did the same). This season is definitely not for the faint-hearted, or for someone looking for a classic piece to carry for years. I am intrigued enough to wonder what bags will actually make it into production.

For full detailed pictures from the show visit our very own summary thread on The Purse Forum!

I have been obsessing over this Louis Vuitton man bag since the second our favorite Bal Harbour SA ‘J’ allowed me to lay my eyes on it. The Mini Grimaud from the Bequia line is the ultimate, sophisticated man bag that inherits bold features from its vintage sister Grimaud (which was recently brought back to life in Damier canvas, without the traditional shoe inserts, though). The calf leather is very thick, which makes the Mini Grimaud a heavy carry even in an empty state. Numerous chunky brass pieces and the heavy-duty zipper add additional weight, which does limit the bag’s portability (not a comfortable aeronautical traveling bag) but makes a perfect companion for weekend convertible trips to the Hampton’s. For $2,550, you get a sturdy short-traveler that will last a lifetime. Available via 1-866-VUITTON or eLuxury’s exclusive Vuitton boutique.

There comes a time in every woman’s life where you throw reason out the window and just decide to go for it! For some women this might be deciding to date a certain man, or accept a job offer. In my case it is these shoes, the Louis Vuitton Cornelia Ankle Boot. These are not your Mom’s frumpy ankle boots from the 1980s, these are simply divine works of art. Immediately upon seeing these boots the pleasure center of my brain completely overtook the sensible part of my brain and screamed out in pure shoe fetish ecstasy. Made of croc-stamped patent leather with a feminine rounded toe and a killer 4.75″ stacked heel, these exquisite boots just scream out ‘BUY ME’! These are the kind of shoes that can make any outfit look out of this world. At a mere $1,090 we should all be running out to buy a pair. Or if you have a little more spare cash available then buy them in both available colors, grenat and black.

Visit eluxury.com to purchase yours today!

Since it was released, I have loved the monogram denim line. It is casual chic, with the logo still visible but a little less noticeable and a laid-back touch of style. Especially when I am in the Mid West, but even when in south Florida, laid back style goes a long way. Louis Vuitton offers an array of Denim products to meet your fancy! My next trip to the fabulous Bal Harbour Louis Vuitton shop will include my perusing the denim collection and picking up a little piece of blue.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Denim Cles {$185}

Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy Key Ring {$255}

More of the Monogram Denim below!

We are all very aware that we pay mark up on our designer handbags, and if you are not aware, get out from under that rock. I love designer handbags, obviously, but sometimes even I gasp at the price tags. If you ever shop with me you may see me peering at price tags and my face becoming flush and then I walk off and browse more. That is from the price tag, the exorbitant price tag. But I keep on buying and I keep on sharing with all of you the next hot handbags and those that are not. The writer of Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Lustre, Dana Thomas, compared Louis Vuitton to McDonald’s, being recognizable as the golden arches with no pizazz from the chairman of Louis Vuitton, Bernard Arnault.

Dana Thomas is stuffing envelopes with copies of Deluxe: How Luxury Lost Its Lustre and writing notes to go with them. What to say to Bernard Arnault, chairman of Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, one of the world’s biggest producers of luxury goods? “Oh, I dunno. ‘I hope you enjoy my book’,” she says. Arnault will have a fit.

The French mogul is fingered as a fiendish money-making former property developer with no artistic sensibility and Louis Vuitton is characterised as the McDonald’s of the luxury industry. “A million served,” says Thomas drily. The logo is as recognisable as the golden arches. “It really is. I would certainly put it in the top 10, along with Nike, Coca-Cola.”

Read the entire article at Executive Style

Is luxury losing its wow factor to any of you?

This delightful little accessory is so amazingly versatile that I decided to devote this week’s Tuesdays with Twiggers blog to not only sharing some newly released Louis Vuitton Bandeaus, but also to share with you the variety of ways it can be used. The fabulous bandeau should be a staple in every girl’s Louis Vuitton collection. It is relatively inexpensive and can dress up even the most bland outfit or bag. The bandeaus are typically released throughout the year, at various times each season. Sometimes it seems as if a new one is being released each month! The bandeaus are generally produced in either a 100% cotton material or 100% silk. The bandeaus approximately measure 42-48” long x 3” wide and can be purchased for a mere $120.

The most recent releases of bandeaus are the Louis Vuitton Sweet Flowers Bandeau which consists of a solid background (choice of rose, blue, red) upon which various Louis Vuitton symbols are displayed. Another fun bandeau that was recently released is the Louis Vuitton Denim Bandeau. Released to celebrate the new black denim, this bandeau is available in four colors (brown, blue, black, pink) and consists of the Louis Vuitton monogram logo with gold colored accents.

So, now that you are thoroughly in love with one of these new bandeaus, the question still remains as to what you can do with this cute little thing. Well, for starters, you can tie it around your neck to wear as a scarf. You can tie it in your hair to wear as a headband, or tie it around your ponytail. Some gals will use the bandeau as a belt. Or the really adventurous will wrap it around their wrist! You can also wrap bandeaus around your handles to protect that beautiful Louis Vuitton vachetta from the elements. Or tie it in a bow around one handle! There is no right and wrong way to wear the bandeau!

Do you bandeau? If so, please share some pictures with us!

For more information, and to order a bandeau please visit: eluxury’s exclusive Louis Vuitton boutique, or call: 1-866-VUITTON

Even if you are not a fan of the over-the-top monogram Louis Vuitton bags, you still have to admit that their accessories are some of the best out there! Or, if plunking down over $600 for a handbag isn’t something you can easily do but you still want something Louis Vuitton, then the accessories might be just the thing for you. Louis Vuitton has recently begun to venture into producing fashion jewelry, and has been quite successful. Most recently, the ready-to-wear jewelry collection a La Folie was released. This fabulous fashion jewelry line has the monogram flower repeated in a translucent resin. All of the designs are set in brass with delicate designs within the flower. This collection includes a necklace ($330), bracelet ($300), ring ($225), earrings ($365), cell phone accessory ($170), and a brooch ($135). I personally thing this is a fun, hip, and fashionable jewelry line…and my only dilemma is whether to buy it all or just one or two pieces!

To purchase, please visit eLuxury’s Louis Vuitton boutique or call 1-866-VUITTON.