February 2008 - PurseBlog

Christy Turlington for Chanel

Feb 29, 2008 by Vlad Dusil

We recently learned from Chanel that Christy Turlington will be the face for their Spring handbag campaign of the “East-West Bag”, as photographed by none other than Karl Lagerfeld. Christy became famous in the late 80s as a model for Calvin Klein, still pulls off gorgeous looks twenty years later. Very well done, I love … Read more

Lindsay Lohan Style: Name that Bag!

Feb 29, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Lindsay Lohan and her python bag I am delighted that we have not seen *much* of Lindsay Lohan after her countless problems and rehab stint. Sure we saw here in Italy with many Italian men, and here and there in the clubs drinking some grape juice with a kick, but she has been laying low … Read more

Kate Moss’ Green Croc Bag

May 30, 2008Feb 29, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Kate Moss with her Green Croc Bag

There is something so stunning about a pop of color on an exotic bag. Hermes does color amazingly and many other brands continue to work on their ability to color their leathers and materials perfectly. Kate Moss has been causing quite the stir when she was spotted toting a Green Crocodile Bag. At first a member on our forum labeled it as Hermes, but from a better angle it became clear it is indeed not Hermes. Clearly, the second choice answer is Mulberry, as this bag resembles the Mulberry Bayswater bag. But look closely. The Mulberry Bayswater has an inch wide strip of leather coming down from each of the handles to the bottom. Kate’s bag does not. Some of the ladies on our Mulberry forum think the bag may be Asprey of London, which carries bags with a very similar look and a hearty price tag. The bag looks very similar to the Mulberry Bayswater, but indeed, upon closer inspection, the bag is very different. Designers at Mulberry could have indeed changed the bag up a bit for Moss, but it may also be the case that this bag is still not identified properly. Either way, it is a stunning piece of green crocodile which is swoon worthy!

After looking at the Bayswater and Kate’s Bag, what do you think?

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Sac Baxter PM

Feb 29, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Sac Baxter PM Am I the only one that immediately thinks of Anchorman when I hear of a dog named Baxter? Ok, so maybe you did not like the movie, maybe you did not see it, but those of you that did will understand how hard it is to hear Baxter … Read more

The SAK Ashbury Shopper Celebrity Auction

Feb 28, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

The official handbag sponsor of the 50th Annual Grammy’s was The SAK. The SAK treated performers and presenters to a variety of their handbags, including a first shot at grabbing The SAK Ashbury Shopper in Graffiti. The bag will be available this spring, but the women of the red carpet got the first look and first chance to grab the bag. The print on the bag is one of peace and harmony and dedicated to supporting the environment. The SAK has teamed up to help The Nature Conservancy by auctioning off signed versions of the Ashbury Graffiti Shopper. The SAK will be auctioning off the signed bags on Charity Folks. Bidding is going on now! Stars that have signed bags for the auction include Miley Cyrus, Cyndi Lauper, Taylor Swift, The Foo Fighters, Plain White T’s and Amy Lee. Whether you are a rocker girl, a county guy, or one of millions that can not get Miley Cyrus concert tickets, check out the bags and support the cause! The auction ends on the 13th of March 2008.

CLICK HERE to bid on the Miley Cyrus autographed bag (auction up to $800 already)

Jimmy Choo Face Clutch

Apr 19, 2009Feb 28, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Jimmy Choo Face Clutch Jimmy Choo’s Tamara Mellon teamed up with Richard Phillips to create two Limited Edition art bags for the Spring/Summer 08 handbag line. The first bag, the Jimmy Choo Face Canvas Bag, was not accepted widely by all of you. On the face bag, the four faces are taken from Phillips portrait … Read more

Kate Winslet Style: Tod’s Sacca Hobo

Apr 19, 2009Feb 27, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

You don’t see much of Kate Winslet in the public eye. Here or there she is out and about, but she is not making headlines. And I assume this is just the way she likes it. She wants to just wear a loose fitting sweater and jeans and go about her daily life like the rest of ‘us’. She even wears Uggs, which are so comfortable but so hideous at the same time (Vlad hates them on me but when we were in Ohio I wore them constantly!!). Over the weekend, Kate decided not to go to the Oscars and lay low in New York City. Her bag of choice is the understated Tod’s Took Sacca Hobo in off-white, which is designed with calf skin leather and an adjustable shoulder strap. The handbag worked perfectly as Kate was out about in the City, offering ample room and a loose fit. There are two front flap pockets and one front zip pocket. Dimensions are 13″W X 12″H X 4Â½”D.

Tod’s Took Sacca Hobo in off-white | $1,750 via Saks

Web Shebang 2.27.08

Jul 1, 2009Feb 27, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Take a Sneak Peak at Gryson for Target [via Fab Sugar] Badgley Mischka Emily Sheath Dress is stunning [via My Couture]

Splash News Oscars

Feb 26, 2008 by Vlad Dusil

Embed this on your website or blog Our friends at Splash News have put together a style video of the fabulous ladies on the red carpet at the 80th Annual Academy Awards. The video shows photos of celebrities and is able to be clicked on to find out the specifics of what each person is … Read more

Bottega Veneta Veneta Bag

Feb 26, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Bottega Veneta Veneta Bags When most people think of Bottega Veneta and the signature bag, they think of the Veneta. And when those people are thinking about the signature style, they think of the intrecciato woven leather. These are both aspects of Bottega Veneta that define the brand. Bottega Veneta bags are not cheap either. … Read more

True Religion Handbags

Feb 26, 2008Feb 26, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

True Religion Leyla Bag | $758 via Neiman Marcus

True Religion has become a household name for their amazing jeans. The jeans are edgy and have a little western feel, but fit amazing and have signature pockets that are hard to mistake. With the success of their denim line, True Religion has decided to branch out into handbags. True Religion handbags are designed by Leslie Hsu, fourteen-year design veteran who previously designed for brands Calvin Klein and Tahari. She has opted for fine hand dyed cotton and Italian leathers in the handbag line, and has included weekend bags, hobos, satchels, clutches, and key chains which are all adorned with the signature True Religion horseshoe logo. The handbag line is very in tune with the denim line; adding a chic casual touch with a pinch of western appeal.

When asked about the line she designed and what kind of woman would carry True Religion handbags, Hsu Replied ” I HOPE THAT TRUE RELIGION HANDBAGS APPEAL TO THE WOMAN WHO WANTS A HANDBAG DIFFERENT FROM WHAT’S OUT THERE. IN A SEA OF GREAT LOOKING BAGS, IT’S SO HARD TO MAKE AN ORIGINAL STYLE STATEMENT ABOUT YOURSELF. BUT THROUGH COLOR & STYLE, I THINK YOU CAN SAY SOMETHING ABOUT YOURSELF WITH A TRUE RELIGION BAG. THEY ARE LUXURIOUS AND SEXY WITH A TOUCH OF BOHEMAIN CHIC, SYNONOMOUS WITH TRUE RELIGION’S SENSE OF STYLE. I WANT THE BAGS TO BE EASY TO WEAR, BUT ALWAYS A CONVERSATION PIECE. I HOPE THAT THE WOMAN WHO WEARS A TRUE RELIGION HANDBAG IS A STRONG WOMAN WHO HAS SOMETHING UNIQUE TO SAY ABOUT HER OWN STYLE. AND MOST OF ALL, I HOPE SHE LOVES IT!”.

Right now, the handbags are already available at Neiman Marcus online and will be carried at major department stores and boutiques world wide. Prices will range from $58 for small leather goods to $898 for handbags.

Fendi Patent Leather B Bag

Feb 26, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Fendi Patent Leather B Bag The Fendi B Bag is nothing new to the scene. In fact, this bag was a big hit when it arrived, and now is released in a wide variety of colors, sizes, and materials. Good for those that love it, the bag often gets marked down later on in the … Read more