PurseBloggers, I’m at my wit’s end with this show.

Why? Because Potato Face Nicolas won a challenge last week on Project Runway and that means that he had immunity this week, which means that even though he’s full of fail, he didn’t get eliminated. And we had a perfect chance to banish him from our TV screens forever this week, and the stupid immunity thing got in the way.

And furthermore, because the challenge sucked. There is no way to describe it except that. After two weeks of strong, interesting things for the designers to do, all they wanted from them during this challenge was cheap blue crap. Literally. They were supposed to design two all-blue outfits for the Macy’s INC brand, which is a line full of quasi-trendy pieces made for people that really like jersey and polyester (not gonna lie, I have a few of their pieces myself, but that doesn’t mean it’s something I want to spend an hour of my life watching on tv).

I find myself confused to even be writing this, because this show doesn’t matter until Nicolas is gone and we get can actually stop looking at his lumpy head and start watching the real designers go at it, but whatever. Meh. This whole season is MEH. THIS IS PROJECT MEH.

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If you’re sick of losing your luggage in a sea of black Samsonite nylon on the luggage trolley at the airport, we may have an alternative for you. And no, we’re not going to suggest that you put a brightly colored pipe cleaner on the handle – too many people have caught on to that trick, and where do you buy pipe cleaners, anyway? Like, what aisle are those on at Target?

If a more stylish option is your cup of tea, consider the Tumi Voyageur Python Avignon International Carry-on.

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When asked about one of the most classic handbags ever, Chanel comes to mind. The Chanel Classic Flap is synonymous with timeless. If you have the budget to splurge, this is a staple for your collection.

Chanel bags are also known for their high price tags. Many of us can not afford a nearly $3,000 bag. If you are looking for an option for a Chanel look for less, Urban Outfitters has an option.

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Look at this clutch. Look at this clutch. Not only is it vintage Chanel, but it is beautiful, gold, and best of all, not tacky in the slightest. Could we ever expect Chanel to be? I think not.

But via vintage powerhouse What Goes Around Comes Around, Shopbop is again bringing in some unbelievable vintage Chanel with which to fill our closets. And this beautiful, queenly, sophisticated Vintage Chanel Gold Bar Clutch is absolutely no exception. Now, besides the fact that it oozes 50’s glamour more than a sponge oozes water, the size is of particular note.

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I want to scream out all sorts of Rachel Zoe-isms at this stunning handbag. I DIE! Bananas! Shutting it down! It is not that the design is new to us, as we have looked at the Proenza Schouler PS1 many times before. It is this version, with the most luscious, vivacious deep purple python skin, that is killer.

This is my favorite of all Proenza Schouler Bags, mixing downtown edgy with uptown sophistication. I would love to see the Proenza Schouler Purple Python PS1 in person.

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With the onset of fall comes cooler weather and many more social occasions. Now through New Years the number of occasions to wear my little black dresses increases dramatically. Dressing for evenings out on the town require a bit of advance planning. This year my LBD du jour is from Alexander Wang. The Alexander Wang Spider lace bandage dress ($775 at Net-a-Porter) has cocktail party style wrapped up with an asymmetric shoulder and bandage style detailing. The dress is super stretchy and body hugging as well. I’m going to need to do a few extra sessions of Pilates to look great in this dress! A spectacular black clutch is required for this Alexander Wang dress.

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Last night on Real Housewives of Atlanta, there was one thing, and one thing only that I was truly excited about.

It wasn’t Kim’s apparent proposal from Big Poppa, or Kandi’s first live show in Atlanta in years, or Sheree going to New York City to see her She by Sheree samples. No, none of that was at all exciting compared to one wonderful thing that occurred in last night’s episode.

Defying all laws of gravity, physics and logic, Kim’s boob situation managed to stay inside of her teeny tiny red birthday dress, and I couldn’t have been more surprised and elated that that was the case. As my friend John said, her boobs are like Lindsay Lohan – all over the place and out of control. But she danced like a white woman, she shimmied, she lifted her arms above her head (and that was when I got truly scared), and yet that dress hung on for dear life, and it stayed the course. And I can live another day of my life without seeing Kim’s nipples, and it is good.

But that other stuff that I mentioned that wasn’t exciting (and some of it just perplexing)? Yeah, that stuff happened too.

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Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Hobo – now in black! [via Purse Blog Savvy]

Fab Exclusive! Rachel Roy Dishes Inspiration and Favorite Pieces From Her Macy’s Collection [via Fab Sugar]

Ivanka Trump’s Diamond Philosophy: “The Bigger the Better” [via Off the Rack]

Prove Your Brand Loyalty with a Tattoo [via Budget Fashionista]

H&M Divided Exclusive Fall 2009 Collection Released [via nitro:licious]

Whitney Port’s New Lipstick! [via Luxaholics]

I’ve been more than a little critical of Fendi for quite a while now, but between their Spring 2010 runway show earlier this week and the Fendi Calfhair and Sequin Shoulder Bag that we see here, I’ve got to give credit where credit is due: they’re finally doing some fantastically interesting things with their handbag line.

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I’m in the mood to shop. Well, frankly, I am almost always in the mood to shop. Aren’t we all? Our friends over at Linea Pelle are extending an amazing offer for the Purse Blog family! First of all, we love Linea Pelle. The bags and accessories are classic and trend setting. Celebs have been sporting Linea Pelle for a while now and I can see why. I have a few Linea Pelle items, but I am totally ready for something new and fabulous.

How does everything work? Head over to Linea Pelle and start shopping! When you go to check out enter the promo code and there you go.

Spend $30-124.99 and receive 10% off with promo code PURSEBLOG2.

Spend $125 or more and receive $15 off with promo code PURSEBLOG3. Even better yet, this is good through December 1st, 2009. Get something for yourself and maybe pick up a few gifts for others!