March 2008 - Page 2

Lauren Conrad with Rebecca Minkoff Wine Nikki

Mar 25, 2008Mar 25, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

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.

Chloe Bay Metallic Wallet

Mar 25, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Chloe Bay Metallic Wallet Chloe bags have a following that is a force to be reckoned with. One of my favorite aspects of Chloe is that when they design one bag, they take it to every hobo, satchel, clutch, and tote in every color possible so that their customers can find exactly what they are … Read more

Jada Loveless Isabel Clutch

Mar 24, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Jada Loveless Isabel Clutch There was something so regal and eye-catching about this ruby clutch when I first spotted it on Lipstick Jungle. The handbags of Lipstick Jungle instantly turn me green with envy. While many of the designers are household names, many are also not as well known but have handbags that are absolutely … Read more

Victoria Beckham with Hermes Kelly Longue

Mar 24, 2008Mar 24, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Victoria can not deny it, she loves the public eye. As she shopped on Rodeo Drive with pal Eva Longoria and son Romeo, the trio caused quite a stir. It is not as if Victoria tries to hide from the cameras, and really, her bright red dress was not toning it down at all. As they shopped in Versace, Dolce & Gabanna and Yves Saint Laurent, Victoria stayed true to her Hermes addiction and carried a Hermes Kelly Longue in Gold Swift leather. Her Hermes handbag collection seems endless; just as we spot her carrying one Birkin she pops out with a style we have never seen her with. The Kelly Longue was derived from the Hermes Kelly a couple seasons back. The bag is longer and thinner than the Kelly Pochette and more rare. Victoria’s Kelly Longue is made with Swift leather, but the Longue also is available in Box, Veau Doblis, Chevre Mysore, and Crocodile. Though, the exotic has only hit the runway and been seen on display, it is unsure if it will be sold. The price starts around $4,000. This handbag is a stunning classic, and while it is great for evening wear, it makes the perfect day clutch also. Victoria’s Hermes collection continues to take my breath away! I am not as keen on Eva Longoria’s Valentino Fleur Bag, but the Hermes bag makes up for it.

Claudia Schiffer for Chanel

Jul 19, 2008Mar 24, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Claudia Schiffer teamed up with Karl Lagerfeld again for a Chanel photo shoot. The actress abandoned her blonde locks for a 20’s style brunette bobbed hairdo, which was only a wig. She and Karl teamed up again for this photo shoot in NYC. While we do not have photos from the shoot, what you do … Read more

Ask Megs: Stam vs Paddington

Mar 24, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Over the span of Purse Blog’s existence, my email has been filled with people asking questions about what handbag to buy. Even when I am out in public now, if anyone knows what I do, I have them asking me if I approve of their purchase or what should be their next. I spend hours everyday studying bags. My email is inundated with messages from designers asking me to review lines. Learning each inch and every piece of information on handbags went from being my hobby to my job. So with this many hours put into it, I know a thing or two about handbags. I am opening up the Ask Megs category where I can answer readers questions weekly on Purse Blog. If you have a question, please contact me via our contact page HERE. I will get to each email as timely as possible! For our start this week, the question comes from Amy. Amy writes:

Hi Megs,
I just have a question for you about your opinion on something, because I’m trying to decide which one to purchase.
Do you think the classic ChloÃ© Paddington or the Marc Jacobs Stam is trendier, more versatile, and more “in” this year?
Thank you! (=

-Amy

Happy Easter Weekend

Mar 21, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

For those of you who celebrate Easter, have a great weekend. We are spending time with the family on the West Coast of Florida, so we will see you all Monday!

Rebecca Minkoff Wine Matinee

Mar 20, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

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 … Read more

Coach Francine Purse

Mar 20, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Coach Francine Purse

I have been intrigued by the exotic creations being seen on Coach purses lately. We first had Eva Longoria with a Python Miranda then Rebecca Romijn with an Ostrich Lily. But it is not just their exotics that are catching attention. Coach purses are a fan favorite. In fact, most women start out buying a Coach purse when they break into the designer handbag realm. I know I did. And while my collection has expanded, there are still Coach purses that I see and love. The new line is the Coach Francine line, which is just in time for spring with bright colors on patent leather. Sure there is the obligatory brown and white, but I am intrigued by the eye popping teal and slight shimmer to the metallic. Even better is that a purple will be available April 22nd online. The Patent Leather Francine sports a bold color with a great design, offering a removable strap and an outside pocket with turn lock closure. The shape resembles a bowler bag. This design is great for a hand-held burst of color and flair. The patent leather Francine costs $798 via Coach while the metallic leather costs $898 via Coach.

Miu Miu Framed Fold Over Clutch

Mar 20, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Miu Miu Framed Fold Over Clutch Upon first glance this bag looks awkward. It is a different look with a different appeal. When this Miu Miu bag first popped up on Net A Porter I was confused by both the purse and my feelings towards the purse. But then it sold out (in a teal … Read more

Victoria Beckham Style: Giorgio Armani Croc-Embossed Tote

Mar 19, 2008Mar 19, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

It seems as though Victoria Beckham is a living Marc Jacobs ad lately. Her dress closet has been comprised of Marc Jacobs dresses, and while each dress looks a little blah on the mannequin, Victoria pulls it off with flying colors. And what is her bag of choice with all of her Marc Jacobs dresses? It has been Hermes as of late, until this past weekend. As she shopped with her kids at Barney’s in Beverly Hills, Victoria Beckham wore the Marc Jacobs Dabble Print Tunic Dress and paired it with the Giorgio Armani Croc-Embossed Tote. When I first spotted this bag I was wracking my brain trying to figure out the designer, but with a little help on tPF, we figured it all out. The handbag is designed with beige crocodile embossed leather and is for sale at Neiman Marcus for $1,695. As for the dress, it is on sale at Net A Porter for $1,950.

Hermes Croc Birkin

Mar 19, 2008Mar 19, 2008 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

The Hermes Birkin is the holy grail of bags. While I feel lucky to own my Hermes Birkin in Blue Jean, it is evident that many are hugely ahead of me when it comes to collecting Hermes bags. As I dream of owning a croc Birkin someday, I find pleasure in drooling over others croc … Read more