Prada Handbags

Resort bags are slowly trickling out for all of us to see. And while the winter has not even hit yet, I am dreaming of our spring trip (destination unknown). There was a huge price hike on the Prada Nylon line last season, but for their resort line the nylon prices are again reasonable. I love the aquamarine coloring on the quilted nylon of the Prada Crispy Nylon Tote. Nothing super fabulous, but perfect to wipe off any spill, making this great for those who are toeing around their kids. The top handles are made with tonal leather and there is a removable shoulder strap, which comes in handy when you need to be hands free, and an ID tag. Also available in black. Both at Saks for $760.

Last night, as I was getting Baby B ready for bed, I realized that spit up is my nemesis. Sure, it is natural and there are no hard feelings toward the baby, but boy does the spit up stink and boy is it hard to clean up! After 3 onesies in a period of 1 hour, I realized ease of cleaning it the most important aspect when buying baby products. The Prada Nylon line is known for practicality, which makes the Prada Tessuto Baby Bag the perfect baby bag. The nylon can be wiped up with a wet cloth, and this bag has a high usability factor, with a front and side zippered pockets, a changing pad, and a cross body strap. Dimensions are 13″W X 11½”H X 4½”W. Throw in a change of clothes (or two or three), diapers, wipes, cream, and you are on your way. This is one of those great baby bags, that can be thrown around, spilled on, spit up on, and still make it through the storm. Via Saks for $1100.

As Neiman Marcus celebrates their 100th Anniversary, part of the party involves swank online offers. An array of Neiman Marcus exclusive products are dotting their website that can not be passed up. Extravagant in both price and materials, the Prada Croc Clutch manifests luxury with pink crocodile and gold-toned corner guards and logo. A removable shoulder strap is included. Sassy pink and exotic crocodile are a divine combination, but the price tag is out of this world. If luxury goods continue to exponentially increase as they are now, our pay checks need to coincide or else the designer market will suffer (so don’t do it to us!). Pre-order via Saks Fifth Ave for $8990.

For a dressy clutch without an absurd price, the Prada Raso Silver Clutch is a definite contender. While browsing Saks last week I saw this clutch in person and both Vlad and I absolutely loved it. The pleated silver satin is the perfect swoon-worthy gray color. The dimensions were perfect to have this be hand held, measuring 11″W X 6″H X 1″D. Yet for the life of me I could not figure out how to open this clutch. I pressed, pulled, shook, shimmied, and snapped, but nothing. Finally an SA came over and trying to make a sale told me it was very easy to open; “there is a side clasp that is easy to use”. That was a huge lie. It was not easy to use at first nor easy to find. But this does mean the clutch will not be bursting open easily or letting any of your goods slip out. The price is right and the design is beautiful. Via Saks for $695.

Hot from the fall runway collection, this Prada bag is edgy and trendy to boot. The idea behind some of the fall bags for Prada is to add extra zippers, stud detailing, faded leather, which gives off a bold modern vibe. The Prada Glace Zippers Tote is available in either ardresio/talco (brown/tan) or black leather with tonal topstitching. The focal point are the zippers that run down the entire side of the bag. There are top handles and a removable shoulder strap. When I first saw this bag on the Neiman Marcus website I thought it was drab. But the picture shown above was taken by Neiman Marcus and really showcases the bag much better. Dimensions are 12 1/5″H x 13 2/5″W x 5 1/2″D. Buy via Saks Fifth Ave for $1490.

It was decided that the Prada Ombre Patent Leather Tote was drab and simply fug with an over the top fade pattern. But what are your thoughts on the more subtle shaded piomba leather of the Prada Antik Metallic Dome Bag? Gold tone hardware accents this handbag along with double top handles or the option of an adjustable shoulder strap. Hands free is the way to be. A fun addition is the removable ID tag on the front handle.

Buy via Saks Fifth Ave for $1750.

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The newly weds Eva Longoria and Tony Parker have been seen around the world, with Starbucks cup in hand. Tony prefers jeans and a tee shirt, while Eva sports her Starbucks cup along with a chic outfit and handbag. Eva Longoria must love her Prada Pitone Frame Bag because she has been seen sporting this python bag all around the world. This Prada bag sports exotic python, braided handles, and a frame top. I absolutely love the braided handle detailing. Dimensions are 12 4/5″H x 16 4/5″W x 5 4/5″D. I would have expected this handbag to run around $4k, but somehow, I find it oddly affordable for what you get. That being the Prada name and exotic python. Buy via Saks Fifth Ave for $2,620.

More pics of the newly weds below!

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Prada hit huge with their Gauffre bags last season, and are trying to go big again with fading colors this season. But is the fade going to make a huge comeback? The Prada Ombre Patent Leather Tote is offered in a red version, that fades from black to red to white, and a black version that fades from black to gray to white. Black leather trim and pull tabs accent the patent leather body along with silver tone hardware. There is chunky buckle detailed top handles and a removable buckle detailed shoulder strap. I love the two front key fobs, which include a removable buckle-detailed logo tag with cruise ship motif. The tote is great, even the patent leather is a winner, but what are your thoughts on the fade? Will it be a huge hit for Prada or an over-priced miss? Buy via Saks Fifth Ave for $2270.

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The black to white fade version below.
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For an elegant understated designer, Prada is many women’s go-to. My college school bag was a Prada Nylon Messenger but I always lusted after the supple deerskin they offered. Now that I have two of them, I can not get enough. A stunning bag for fall, the Prada Cervo Lux Tote showcases lush deerskin with a chain handle. The shape is simple, the idea is simple, but the wow factor is huge. I am lusting for the white version, but the black is a gorgeous option also. Dimensions are 12½”W X 12″H X 5″D. As prices go up, this bag really seems to be reasonable. Buy the black or pre-order the white at Saks for $1495.

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The craze for the Prada Gaufre has hardly died down and we all know the craze to be in style will never leave. What about the oversized clutch craze? Are you in or out? The Prada Gaufre Clutch features the world-loved ruched supple lambskin leather alongside puckered stitching done by hand. There is a magnetic closure and flirty lavender satin lining on the inside along with a zip pocket. But do you realize how large this clutch is?

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