November 2009 - Page 3

Tory Burch Amulet Tote

May 9, 2011Nov 23, 2009 by Amanda Mull

Tory Burch Amulet Tote I’ve been somewhat critical of sweater knit bags before, and for the most part, I still stand behind that completely – they present some stylistic and functional challenges to their wearers that leather bags don’t.

But despite those things, the Tory Burch Amulet Tote strikes me as a sweater bag done well. I’m not sure if it’s the color, the leather trim, or the bag’s structure, but the whole idea just seems to make a lot more sense in this context than it does in others. And it has to be said – this particular bag looks a lot more high-end than those made out of knit.

Valentino Green Satin Bow Front Zip Clutch

Nov 23, 2009 by Anna Cooperberg

Ladies, I’d like to be the first to inform you of what I’d call a deal. It’s this Valentino Green Satin Bow Front Clutch, which is quite a steal at only $396. “That’s not a steal!,” you say. Ah, but it is, especially when you consider the whopping price tag of $895 on this Valentino Satin Bow Front Clutch.

Sure, the more expensive version is a lighter, brighter satin and involves a decidedly more rigid and complex, but I actually prefer this darker version. First of all, let’s chat about the color. I believe that the color of a bag is a main component of its foundation, and this color certainly passes. The dark, forest green is the perfect shade for the remaining weeks of autumn and will certainly carry you through the winter, spring and summer- believe me when I say this color is striking against a white prairie dress.

Marc Jacobs Mabel Puffed Tote

May 9, 2011Nov 23, 2009 by Anna Cooperberg

Despite my wariness when it comes to the winter season and the cold that accompanies it, I love bags that emulate a good old down filled puffer. Remember when Moncler collaborated with Fendi to make those sensationally shiny ‘ski jacket’ Spy bags? That I adored and lusted after, but this cutesy Marc by Marc Jacobs Mabel Puffed Tote delivers all the style without a price that makes your eyes open wide.

Michael Kors Roslyn Leather Shoulder Bag

Nov 23, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I’m not really one to sit and ruminate on a bag. When I see a new one, I either have something to say about it or I don’t, and if I do, it normally gets written about it shortly thereafter. Forming an opinion has never been difficult for me.

But when I saw the Michael Kors Roslyn Leather Shoulder Bag, I found myself experiencing a confusing, unfamiliar mix of feelings – I like the bag, but there’s something not quite right, and I’m having a difficult time putting my finger on it. Let’s discuss this bag’s details, shall we? After all, that’s usually where the devil is.

Dautore Leather Lattice Tote

May 9, 2011Nov 23, 2009 by Amanda Mull

Why hasn’t anyone made this bag before? Did someone do it and I just missed it? Because the Dautore Leather Lattice Tote is a strong design idea, and I can’t believe that there aren’t a great deal of similarly styled bags on the market right now.

And is anyone else looking at this and seeing shades of Project Runway, Season 5, during which Suede made the latticed dress for the Natalie Portman/”green” fabric challenge? Or am I the only one that lets reality shows take up that much of her brain space?

Scarlet and Grey (Westbourne)

Nov 21, 2009 by Vlad Dusil

In the spirit of today’s Ohio State versus Michigan football game, we indulge in this Scarlet and Grey medley. Composed of the Grey Glossy Ostrich Westbourne bag by Notting Hill Design and an artsy red chair in downtown Fort Lauderdale, this Shutterbag edition prepares us mentally for the classic showdown between the two rivaling teams. … Read more

Go for the Gold this Holiday Season

Mar 14, 2014Nov 20, 2009 by Guest Blogger

What would be more becoming at a holiday party than a decadent gold metallic clutch paired with these dramatic DKNY “Dotty” snake print metallic gold sandals and your favorite little black dress? The accessories can make or break your look.

An eye catching evening clutch for a holiday party will definitely put you in a party mood. Add some sparkle, just a touch. Moderation is the key to not looking like you are trying too hard. Pair the gold accessories with solid colors such as black, charcoal gray or perhaps even fuchsia if you dare. But most of all, have fun with it and rotate your gold toned accessories with various outfits, perhaps add some classics to your handbag collection in shades that are hot right now, including a shiny metallic gold, an antiqued gold and even a bronze finish. This would make a great statement piece though!

Matt & Nat Santogold Bag

May 9, 2011Nov 20, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I can’t tell you for sure whether or not female alt-hip-hop artist Santigold (who spelled her name Santogold as recently as last year) had a hand in the making of this bag or if it’s even named after her, but if either of those things is true, then bravo to the Matt & Nat Santogold Bag.

I haven’t heard all that much of her work, but I do know that she’s a solo female artist doing her own thing, which is incredibly difficult in the male-dominated music industry where female solo artists are expected to look, act and sound a certain way in order to be viable artists. And not only does Santigold march to the beat of her own drummer stylistically, so does Matt & Nat.

Franchi Feather Frame Clutch

May 9, 2011Nov 19, 2009 by Amanda Mull

This is my first holiday season doing the ol’ full-time PurseBlogger gig, so I don’t have a previous party season with which to compare it, but it certainly seems like there are so many shiny, glam, wonderful little clutches surfacing for our holiday enjoyment lately.

I’d imagine that at least part of the uptick is based on the season and part of it is just me paying increased attention to them because I love the holidays, but either way, you’ve got to admit that the Franchi Feather Frame Clutch is kind of adorable.

Bottega Veneta Intrec Argyle Boston Bag

Jan 4, 2011Nov 19, 2009 by Amanda Mull

I’m usually a bit dubious when Bottega Veneta decides to layer a pattern on top of their signature intrecciato woven leather. The material itself is so beautiful and luxurious that it seem a waste to mask it, and often the extra patterns compete with the weave’s natural lines.

This time, though, I think they got it right – the argyle pattern of the Bottega Veneta Argyle Veneta Intrec Argyle Boston Bag works on its own and with the weaving.

As seen on Gossip Girl: Rebecca Minkoff Fringe Darling Hobo

May 9, 2011Nov 19, 2009 by Amanda Mull

Every now and then, we like to feel like we provide a public service here at PurseBlog. You need handbag knowledge, we have the resources to provide it. And there’s an unending amount of handbag knowledge to be gained about the bags that the characters on Gossip Girl carry, so we thought we might drop … Read more

Botkier Orion Snake Embossed Small Shoulder Bag

May 9, 2011Nov 19, 2009 by Shannon Mahoney

Now this handbag is something I wouldn’t have expected to come from Botkier. In fact, I really had to stop and look at this bag rather closely in order to give it a fair review. Sometimes it is difficult for me to give an unbiased review when the bag seems so different, so outside of my personal realm of preference. However, I am going to try really hard with the Botkier Orion Snake Embossed Small Shoulder Bag.