April 2009 - Page 3

Earth Day Eco Friendly Bags

Apr 22, 2009 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

Happy Earth Day everyone! Today we want to feature an array of eco friendly handbags. From cotton canvas to vegan, these designs are eco friendly and sure to put a smile on Mother Nature’s face. We are bringing you bags from the well-known Marc Jacobs as well as PurseBlog favorite Hayden Harnett. We also are … Read more

Carlos Falchi at Bergdorf Goodman

Apr 28, 2009Apr 22, 2009 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

One of the most interesting men in the handbag industry we have met will be celebrating 30 years starting tomorrow. Carlos Falchi began his journey 30 years ago when he moved to NYC. Since then his designs have continued to be top contenders in the designer handbag world, finding their way into the arms of … Read more

Jil Sander Oversized Leather Bag

Apr 22, 2009 by Amanda Mull

Sometimes it takes a handbag outsider to remind us how it’s done. All of us bag people can get a little caught up in logos, leather types, and the traditional bag powerhouses at times, but sometimes it’s nice to peer outside that, to people that make clothes first, and then bags, and see what they … Read more

English Retreads Cruiser

Apr 22, 2009 by Amanda Mull

Since Earth Day is upon us, let’s take a few minutes to think about what the future of eco-friendly fashion might be. Low-chemical tanning and hand-woven materials are all well and good, but there are a lot of smaller companies out there with new ideas and fresh takes on what exactly constitutes suitable handbag-making materials. … Read more

Marni Printed Canvas Tote

Apr 21, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I’ve loved the bags that Marni has put out for Spring/Summer 2009, and I’ve made no secret of it. They’ve chosen great materials and vibrant colors for the line, and it’s the first fresh collection I’ve seen in a while. Mostly what I have praised in the past, though, is their leather choice, and I’ve … Read more

Mary Norton Sample Sale

Apr 29, 2009Apr 21, 2009 by Shannon Mahoney

If you aren’t familiar with Mary Norton handbags, let me introduce you. Several celebs have been spotted carrying her beyond exquisite clutches. There is something extremely unique and sophisticated yet totally wearable about Mary Norton handbags. Although I feel like I would love carrying one of her clutches as I grace the red carpet (ya, … Read more

Jil Sander Fringe Satin Clutch

Apr 21, 2009 by Shannon Mahoney

You know the old saying, “you always want what you can’t have”? Well, I find that saying stuck in my head this morning. As much as I love writing about handbags I continuously lust over, sometimes I wish I had endless funds and could snatch up everything my eyes fall in love with. Then, there … Read more

Salvatore Ferragamo Goes Green

Sep 15, 2009Apr 21, 2009 by Amanda Mull

It’s probably time for me to sell my SUV, because the Green movement just keeps spreading to more and more areas of our lives. And it appears that it has finally come, in a serious way, to designer handbags. Salvatore Ferragamo recently released a line of five environmentally friendly handbags, aptly tited Eco Ferragamo. My … Read more

The Louis Vuitton Dodge RAM 1500

Apr 20, 2009 by Vlad Dusil

Louis Vuitton Monogram Printed Dodge RAM 1500

Hermes does Bugatti, Smart cars, Citroen 2CV. I have a real soft spot for these types of collaborations, it is the best of two worlds gracefully fused into one. Very exclusive, very expensive, very delicate, and very awesome.

Louis Vuitton Monogram Graffiti Neverfull GM

Apr 20, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I know that the Stephen Sprouse collections have been a bit controversial among the Louis Vuitton crowd, but for some reason, I can’t help but like them. Perhaps it’s because I’m a fan of the Sprouse aesthetic in general, or maybe because my generation is probably the target audience for pop-art fashion, or maybe it’s … Read more

Yves Saint Laurent Goes Green

Apr 20, 2009 by Shannon Mahoney

Like so many days set aside for some sort of theme, I sometimes wonder why we *need* a day dedicated to the Earth. I mean, just like I think every day of the year should be filled with love, I definitely think we should keep the Earth in mind on a daily basis as well. … Read more

Stuart Weitzman Fiocco Bag

Apr 20, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I’m having some trouble with the Stuart Weitzman Fiocco Bag. I can’t figure out what it’s made of, and the Internet isn’t being particularly helpful. The Bloomingdales.com description calls it hornback, and from what I have gleaned from some Googling, that’s the less-desirable part of a crocodile. Most fine handbags are made of the smooth, … Read more