Review: Carlos Falchi East/West Tote with Patchwork

Carlos Falchi East/West Tote with Patchwork

Carlos Falchi has been a long time favorite of mine, as his exotic handbags have caught my eye and always seem to end up in the more reasonable price range (as far as exotics go). Carlos Falchi is not the new kid on the block, in fact he has spent three decades forging his way into the fashion world. He prides his designs in the meticulous details and craftsmanship, along with exotic skins and an impeccable eye for a handbag that stands out. If you rely on your accessories to make your outfit, Carlos Falchi handbags are perfect for you. I have never been much of the flamboyant dresser, in fact, if you ever find me out and about there is a 95% chance that I am in jeans of some sort and a tee shirt. My handbags truly accentuate what I wear. The bold colors, skins, and designs make me and my outfit stand out, and not get lost in the crowd.

After getting close and personal with the Carlos Falchi Multi Patchwork Tote, I have a new love and obsession. This is the handbag that will allow me to always stand out, to always get that second glance, and all I need to wear are my comfy jeans and plain white tee. Funky and modern this handbag will have stay-power in anyone’s mind that sees it. But I do not think for one minute that all of you will love this bag, it is far too bold and colorful to meet everyone’s fancy. But there will be the group of you, who like me, is head over heels for this bag.

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Zagliani Python Z Bag

*Thud* I think I just passed out. Or my head exploded. Or something. Because, on saks.com under ‘New Arrivals,’ there is a piece of metallic python so resplendent that it makes me wish I hadn’t written about the Zagiani python clutch so recently. Because this? THIS IS WAY BETTER. It’s still Zagliani silver python. BUT … Read more

Gucci Jockey Python Bag

Gucci Jockey Python Bag What have you done Gucci? You have made me fall in love with you and your bags, a sort of unrequiting love. I am still absolutely enamored with the purple Hysteria Bag, with its supple leather and slouchy shape. But now there is a new Gucci handbag to obsess over, and … Read more

VBH Clutches

I am like an old broken record player, telling you all time and time again how much I love clutches and many times do not have use for a larger bag. So I am going to say it again, but I only say it because it is true! Futhermore, I have an exotic, different material, obsession when it comes to clutches. This is two reasons: 1) I can justify the price/semi-afford it and 2) bold, daring, and otherwise flamboyant designs are much more appealing on a smaller surface. One of my favorite designers when it comes to clutches is VBH. VBH is named after Mr V. Bruce Hoeksema, a former colleague of Valentino. VBH clutches have become the ubiquitous evening bag, held in the hands of celebrities on the red carpets or grand openings. But these clutches can be used daily also. From funky to refined, there is a clutch from VBH for everyone. Right now a few are marked down at Net A Porter, or there is the illustrious Alligator Clutch (which I am ultimately obsessed with).

vbh velvet clutch
VBH Manilla Velvet Clutch | $850 via Net A Porter

vbh ostrich clutch
VBH Ostrich Clutch | Was $1,850 Now $1,295 via Net A Porter

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Felix Rey Lola Clutch

Felix Rey Lola Clutch I’m having a clutch moment lately. I don’t really have anywhere to wear a clutch since my days of going out on the town 4 nights a week ended when my big-girl job began in May, but that doesn’t stop me from looking (and coveting). Besides, I’ve still got Fridays and … Read more

VBH Alligator Compact Clutch

Call me naive, but when I began to truly delve into the world of exotic skin handbags I did not realize the plethora of treatments and finishes used to differentiate one exotic skin from the next. I am the proud owner of an alligator Hermes Kelly Wallet which features a matte finish rather than shiny. … Read more

Tod’s Medium Rounded D-Bag

Tod’s Medium Rounded D-Bag The allure of Tod’s handbags speaks for itself. Tod’s bags are known for understated elegance, known for clean lines, known for squeaky clean designs, and brilliant craftsmanship. If you walk with your head looking at the ground you will notice many business men wear Tod’s shoes and women adore their flats. … Read more

Handbag or Purse?

When we started this website, Purse Blog seemed like a perfectly fitting name. But over time I realized that I tend to use the word handbag more than purses. And then, of course, for short I use the term bag. Both terms mean the same thing, but I still find myself gravitating toward saying designer … Read more

Limoncello Necklace & Discus Necklace

limoncello necklace At times, it can be a challenge to find unique jewelry. At the first hint of something new, people like Forever 21 are falling all over themselves to copy it and sell it to the teens of American as quickly as possible. Not everyone can break the bank to buy one-of-a-kind pieces (ahem…I certainly can’t), but everyone deserves the chance to develop their own personal style, right? I certainly think so.

Although Anthroplogie is certainly a big chain store (and part of an even larger company that includes Urban Outfitters, another terrible jewelry and accessories copier), it seems like their buyers go to great lengths to pay attention to detail and find unique pieces. According to the salesperson I talked to at their Lenox Square Atlanta store today, for many of their more expensive pieces (in the $100-$200 range), stock is limited to 2-3 pieces per location so that someone buying from them can be sure that they’re getting something that they won’t see half their friends wearing.

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