Valentino Handbags

Typically a striped ivory/black pattern could scare me away, but for some odd relentless reason, I am completely and totally drawn to this clutch. Valentino has released the Valentino Striped Bow Clutch which shows off an oversized bow that doubles over as a wristlet along with the black/ivory satin that I am now fond of. A zip closure with satin pull tabs finish off the outside, alongside black satin lining on the inside. There are no pockets, just one compartment. The measurements are 5″H x 10″W x 1/2″D. In a larger bag, I would most likely give it a nay, but in this smaller clutch, it provides the perfect va-voom. Pre-order via Bergdorf Goodman for $850.

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All for being feminine or adding a girly touch, I flock to colors in the pink and purple family. A tiny bow here or there can add a nice change, but a clutch that is overtaken by a bow may be too much. The Valentino Pleated Bow Clutch is designed with meticulously pleated caramel leather and features a flap top with an over-sized bow. The clutch costs a huge penny ($2450) but what I really wonder is if any of you are into the bow trend. For me, a bow can be done right but this bow is way too much for me. The only aspect I am truly thrilled about is the amazingly pleated leather. It seems to hold the pleating form rather well, which I find very unique. But the big question is; Does this bag do it for you?

Yay or Nay for the Valentino Pleated Bow Clutch?

Via Bergdorf Goodman

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While Vlad and I have been vacationing and now are enjoying a road trip (I enjoy it more than he, I get to list every Hermes bag I want in the future- he is scared ), we have been a bit slow around here. This week we are back in business, especially tomorrow after I report to you all once my Ohio State Buckeyes take down those Florida Gators tonight! Today we have a quick bag to show you all because I am not exactly sure what I think. I question whether I want to look like I am in the jungle or not, will this Valentino Zebra Hide Tote be fitting for everyday use? Brown and cream cavllino zebra hide composes this bag (cringe to the 10th degree) which is offset by brown leather trim. To add sex appeal there are red leather shoulder straps with gold braided rings. Ok I have made up my mind, over the top. Let’s hear what you think, is this good, bad, or plain old ugly! Via Bergdorf Goodman for $2395.

As the winter chill yipps its way into our bones, cashmere is one of the warm and soft materials I love to adorn my body with. Having a cashmere bag may not keep you warm, but it will fit perfectly into the cold season. The Valentino Cashmere Flap Bag is taupe cable-knit cashmere bag with jewel accents and golden hardware. The color scheme and materials (along with a wooden logo closure) match the cold fall and winter, but the combination of it all does not have me sold. A smaller picture of the bag looks cuddly, the bigger picture looks like an art project my mom worked on (sorry mom ) On the inside there is satin lining and an interior pocket. This bag measures 8″H x 11″W x 1″D and is available through Bergdorf Goodman for $1950.

Because of the summer sun, Vlad and I decided to venture out to play some tennis yesterday. I was confident that although I have not played in about… hum 15 years…. I would still be good. Wrong!! I can not tell you how many times I just missed the ball. How do you miss a ball that size when you have a racquet that big?! But it was an amazingly fun/funny time. So while I am just letting summer settle in, it seems that designers are ready to release the look for fall. There is something about the Valentino Floral Appliqué Clutch that catches my eye. The clutch is sassy and reminds me of something Sarah Jessica Parker would wear in Sex and the City. With a leather bow on the shoulder strap, the bag has a very girly feel to it. Like some of my favorite Bottega bags, this Valentino clutch is designed from supple black leather with floral appliqués. You can pre-order this bag via Bergdorf Goodman for $1080 (expected to ship by 10/09/2006).

With a new season comes new materials. One of the new “it” materials that does not really do it for me is patent leather. It just happens to usually look cheap to me and remind me of some weird bedroom outfits (if you know what I mean). But the fact that big name designers are using it must mean there is some demand there. The Valentino Patent Bow Clutch is made of shiny black patent leather and shows off a large gathered bow detail on the front. While I know it isn’t the case this clutch looks like it was made of left-over rain coat or a naughty-police lady’s outfit. The bag is not for me but someone out there may love it. Buy it through Bergdorf Goodman for $980.

If there is any basic bag type that I would advise every woman to have (and why not some men too!), it is the tote. Why you may ask? Well because of its versatility. Honestly, who doesn’t need a big bag to lug around everything important in your life? From college to mommies to the work force, a tote will help you out. As many of you know, I’m a lover of big bags. In my dream world, when I see a bag that I love, I would be able to buy it right away. So for my dream today, I would be buying and awaiting a new tote from Valentino. The Valentino Buffalo Handle Bag is perfectly designed from tan buffalo with corded trim and tan stitching. The focal point of the bag is where the handles meet the body of the bag. Here you will find wooden rings with blue rhinestone accents. That is simply to die for. Many of us always want a practical tan bag, but would love for it to have a little something extra. To me, this bag is near perfect and I am drooling over here- just ask Vlad . The body of the bag is pieced and the rest of the hardware and studs are golden which compliments the tan perfectly. This bag measures 9″H x 15″W x 5″D. I wish my dream would come true today, because I would definitely buy this bag. So if any of you want to make my dream day come true, or of course you could just be selfish and make your own come true- but put me, wait I mean yourself on the pre-order list for $1650 through Bergdorf Goodman.

Many little girls love Zebras. Actually, many people in general love Zebras. They look like your average horse, but they sure are not. There are colored stripes! I think a Zebra is as close to a Unicorn that we can get. A Unicorn would be super cool with the horn and maybe the ability to fly, but the Zebra is a sure runner-up. Animal prints come and go with seasons and new styles, but there are always the ladies who are more than capable to pull off the look. The Valentino White Zebra Pony Hair Shoulder Bag is a bold styled bag with alot of character. For all of you who would hate to see a Zebra be killed for this bag, you are in luck. The bag is made of pony hair and leather. All of you who love ponies and cows, you are out of luck. The exterior is made of the soft pony hair in a white/black Zebra stripe pattern. The top is a patent leather snap closure which coyly is over the front pocket with the signature ‘V’ logo appliqué. Both the trim on the sides and the shoulder straps are made of patent leather. This bag measures approximately 10 inches wide x 5 inches tall x 2 inches deep. If you dig the bold statement, you can buy this via Bluefly for $715.

For Labor Day, I’ll try something new here at our blog. Our frequent reader Chemlex suggested that we should not only focus on handbags per se, but also feature shoe accessories that would complement the bag when worn out. Great idea me thinks, and she’s right when she says that it certainly ain’t no requirement to match up bag and shoe anymore, but it’s still great to see what today’s top designers match up. If the feedback is right, we’ll continue doing so, but if the crowd agrees that we should stick strictly to the bags — we shall.

Our first touple to be critically evaluated are the Valentino Mink-Trim Metallic Bag and Slides. First impression: vurrry chic, indeed. After all, we don’t do much ugly and crappy junk here. The combo strikes with pure luxury, the mink contrasts fantastically with the metallic gold leather. The handbag sports a black trim and gold metallic double straps, attached via golden hardware. A croc-embossed tab with a studded keeper, and lots more golden studs across the bag’s body extend the luxe indefinitely. The bag’s here for pre-order via Bergdorf Goodman for $2,200.

Valentino’s Mink-Trim Metallic Slides are the perfect match for the bag, giving a vibe of pure luxury just as much as their shoulder companion. The shoes feature a brown mink flower with jeweled alligator-embossed leather leaves on a gathered upper. The Italian made slides go for $540, also via Bergdorf Goodman.

What do ya’ll think?