Rebecca Minkoff Handbags

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Rebecca Minkoff Nikki

So, I have this problem. I’m an online stalker. A creeper. Of handbags, that is, but I suppose they have feelings too. When I get my mind set on a bag, I follow it all around the internet in search of free shipping, no tax, coupon codes, and someone willing to barter for maid services. For the past three weeks, I’ve wanted nothing more than a Rebecca Minkoff Nikki hobo, and I’ve been peeking in its internet windows.

And what I see is wonderful – the Nikki hobo is great fodder for people that love nice leather since the hardware and tailoring are subtle and accent the soft material and rich colors that the bag is available in. Fall ’08 features jewel tones of deep red and purple, which will surely be a great pick-me-up to fall and winter wardrobes that can all too easily be weighed down in drab neutrals. I find the cloud grey most appealing, though. A wonderful lighter grey with lots of purple and blue undertones, the color would be perfect to wear during either warm or cold temperatures and go with every color that I can think of. The most versatile bag I’ve ever owned was a grey leather hobo, and this bag reminds me of all the best parts of my old standby.

Unfortunately, we’re in one of those odd times of years in between when the Spring collections get discounted and the Fall collections hit stores full-force, so I don’t have that many Nikkis upon which to gaze. Several stores have started taking pre-orders, though, and Funky La La has the cloud grey Nikki pictured and available for delivery in just 3 short weeks (not bad, considering some sites have Fall colors pushed back well in to football season). Pre-order through Funky LaLa for $600.

Rebecca Minkoff is obviously one of my favorite designers and a great friend. I have not hidden that. But the truth is that I truly love her bags. And of all her bags the Morning After has been my favorite. The shape is perfect, the colors offered are great, and the look is just right. The Morning After is a great size but the Morning After Mini is even better for me. It is not so mini that it fits nothing, but it is really great if you do not need as much space. I obviously have a thing for purple so I am loving the Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini in Deep Purple. The MAM is 20% smaller than the MAB, but still offers the exact same features. Buy through Rebecca Minkoff for $550.

It is finally summer! Sure in Florida summer means over 90 degree weather and lots of afternoon thunderstorms, but I just love summer. This summer we have a few trips planned, and at least one will be to NYC. Something I have always wanted to do is picnic in Central Park. It is not even that cliche, the Park is huge and perfect for a summer picnic! I recently picked up my newest Rebecca Minkoff acquisition which is the perfect picnic tote. The Rebecca Minkoff Bread and Wine Tote is the talked about bag from this hip designer for the summer. Available in chocolate or royal blue, the Bread and Wine tote is designed to be a reusable market bag, everyday bag, and picnic bag. Rebecca added this eco-friendly addition just in time for summer. The tote features canvas and leather with two outside pockets; one of bread and one for wine. Five perfect of profits benefit The Earth Organization. Dimensions are 15 in x 14 in x 4 in. I absolutely adore this bag and can’t wait to use it for outdoor markets and picnics. Buy through Rebecca Minkoff for $185.

Rebecca Minkoff Violet Matinee

And I thought Vlad was off in thinking the Matinee was modeled after Michael Jackson’s jacket in his Thriller video; but the story behind the Matinee will come next week. We are huge fans of the Matinee here at Purse Blog. I have constantly gotten looks and questions about mine and look forward to grabbing a few more. The bags are practical, chic, and fun. One of my favorite colors, and the perfect color if you want something different but not your typical black, the Rebecca Minkoff Violet Matinee is the perfect option. This cool shape is made with supple leather and the flaps on the side have a light violet underneath. There is gold hardware, leather pullbacks, and loads of pockets for all of your needs. Buy through Delcina for $655. And if you are looking for another stunning option, the Jade Matinee is expected to ship next week!

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We’ve now established once and for all where Rebecca Minkoff found inspiration for her Matinee bag.

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I know, I know, why does anyone care about Lauren Conrad? Is she even a celebrity? MTV made her one, they really did, and actually I must admit that a) I love her and b) I was so excited to watch The Hills premiere last night! Ok I am totally a dork, but really, I know many of you will unwillingly come forward and say you love the show too. As her status continues to flourish as a reality star, the paparazzi love her more and more. All last week Lauren Conrad was spotted carrying her Rebecca Minkoff Wine Nikki around both the East and West Coast of the USA. The Wine color from Rebecca Minkoff is the elusive must have (refer back to the Wine Matinee). But the craze over this color is far from over, there is a growing crowd that is searching everywhere for the Wine leather Rebecca has produced. Because Rebecca Minkoff loves us so much, she has opened up orders for Wine leather bags to our forum members (READ this thread for details). There is also a pre-order for the Wine Nikki online which is back ordered until 5/31. Cost is $600.

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Rebecca Minkoff has taken the handbag loving world by storm. As she creates must-have bags, it is actually the colors that has people going crazy. This reminds me of Balenciaga bags, whose colors from seasons past are highly sought after. After the masses saw photos of Vanessa Hudgens with her Rebecca Minkoff Wine Matinee the color became the hottest color that Rebecca has produced. Problem was the quantities were few and they sold out immediately. People began scouring eBay looking for this bag and asking begging others for information where to find it. I heard through the grape vine that Rebecca decided to make 10 more of these bags, which all went to members of Purse Forum (they are still waiting on the bag). Rebecca knew my love of this bag, and one day in the mail I got an amazing surprise. I saw the box was from Rebecca Minkoff and was stumped; I opened it up and was excited like a kid on Christmas morning, seeing that she sent me a Wine Matinee. The bag was not easy for her to come by even, but she did, and I am forever grateful. This is by far the most sultry, amazing color. And the compliments I get from the bag are endless. A special thanks to our friend Becky for hooking us up with the hottest bag she has released yet!

Rebecca Minkoff Steady Tote

I woke up this morning with one of the most annoying and worst feelings; feeling totally unrested. It is not that this feeling is ok any other morning, but when it happens on a Monday, you know it is going to be a long week. This whole Spring ahead time change is not helping at all either. My internal clock is that sensitive that the one hour time change has me all jumbled up. So yes, this is just another Manic Monday where I would pay good money for a long nap or a mini vacation. And speaking of which, there is something so perfect about many of the Rebecca Minkoff bags and their names that makes me want to hop in he car and get away for a few days. The new stylish tote added to the pre-existing list of hits is the Rebecca Minkoff Steady Tote. This bag sports glazed leather with embossed metallic leather trim and funky stud detail throughout. There are snap slant pockets at the front and back and an optional shoulder strap. Dimensions are great for throwing a few things in and getting out of here; 9″H x 14″L x 8″D. The colors of this bag are peaceful, in a dusty neutral with subtle shimmers of silver accents. The Steady Tote is simple, fun, and calling my name to pack it up and drive me away. Buy through Shop Bop for $675.

Hope the rest of you had a better start to your Monday!

You all will see it first: here is a sneak peak at the Rebecca Minkoff Summer 2008 Campaign!!! Rebecca thought you all would like to get a glance at what they have coming for summer. These pictures are perfect for this campaign, matching the ‘Popsicle red’ Morning After Bag with the blue skies and ice cream truck. Rebecca has also informed me that the Morning After Bag and Morning After Mini’s have mesh lining and a removable cotton liner, again, perfect for summer. Enjoy the first glance here. Click on each image for a larger picture. Special thanks to Rebecca herself for leaking these pictures to us!

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After spotting this bag on Vanessa Hudgens, all Rebecca Minkoff fans have been going crazy over this bag! The bag is the Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini in Tangerine from the Spring 2008 collection. While the bag has not hit stores yet, it has already created a buzz. The color is not an in-your-face orange, rather a burnt orange that gives the perfect shade of color while being easy to wear. All I know is this version is super hot, and I am hoping I can get my hands on one when they are available! Inquire through Rebecca Minkoff and keep checking to see when the Spring 2008 bags will be on their site!