September 2014 - Page 3

Heidi Klum Chooses Versace for Her Travel Needs

Sep 23, 2014 by Emily Anderson

Here’s Heidi Klum, arriving at LAX in all black, save for a navy Versace Signature Tote. I quite like navy/black combos, but if you’re a stickler for consistency, you can find Heidi’s bag in black patent leather for $2,228 at farfetch.com. (On a semi-related note, I have no idea where one buys structured velour pants … Read more

The 20 Best Bags Under $600 of Fall 2014

Sep 23, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Every season, the average price of a designer handbag inches up, even if a lot of bag lovers’ budgets don’t increase along with them. Because of that, we always endeavor to cover bags at a variety of price points, and with all the new Fall 2014 arrivals in stores, we found quite a few that … Read more

Hide Your Wallet: MATCHESFASHION.COM Just Added a Bunch of New Handbag Brands

Sep 24, 2014Sep 23, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Fashion people are always looking for the next big thing, and that’s even more true when it comes to handbags because they’re such a visible part of a person’s daily ensemble. Popular bags and brands hit critical mass very quickly, and we’ve always got our eyes out for stores that are picking up buzz-worthy brands or established lines that can be a little bit hard to find. With MATCHESFASHION.COM’s recent accessories expansion, the UK-based site has done a bit of both.

You Can Now Embellish Your Own Bags, Anya Hindmarch-Style

Sep 23, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Many of you loved Anya Hindmarch’s fun, ultra-embellished Spring 2015 bags, but opinions were mixed over whether you could justify the expense for something with such a specific look. If you’re on the fence, Hindmarch has found a way to extend the look to you, too–leather stickers of some of the motifs are now available … Read more

The International Edit: September 22

Sep 22, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Milan Fashion Week has had European handbags on our minds (which is not to say that they’re not always on our minds, because, ya know, obviously), and to satisfy that craving, we’re taking this week’s edition of The International Edit to Italy’s own Forzieri. In case you’re not familiar with the shopping site, it’s an … Read more

Dolce & Gabbana’s Spain-Inspired Spring 2015 Bags Include Doll Cases

Sep 22, 2014 by Amanda Mull

At a certain point, it feels moot to review a Dolce & Gabbana collection. The Italian duo has more or less exempted itself from the vagaries of producing collections that correspond to particular seasons, trends or weather varieties; instead, they fill their seasonal collections with the same intricate, history-laden Mediterranean details they always do, and … Read more

Kirsten Dunst Carries a Very Fancy Ferragamo Bag

Sep 22, 2014 by Emily Anderson

Here’s actress Kirsten Dunst, leaving her hotel in NYC with a snazzy Salvatore Ferragamo Alligator Sofia Top Handle Bag in tow. This exotic bag has completely vanished from stores, but when it was available, it would have retailed for upwards of $20,000. Fortunately, you can still find a nice, basic leather version for a tiny … Read more

Man Bag Monday: WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie Kastrup Backpack

Sep 22, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Living in New York is a stark reminder that fall and winter can be a hard time for color. Walking and taking the subway forces you to look at everyone around you, and generally, they’re all wearing black or dark grey. It can be incredibly monotonous, and if you’re a guy who wants to break … Read more

Iggy Azalea Greets Her London Fans with a Céline Bag

Sep 29, 2014Sep 19, 2014 by Emily Anderson

Here’s Iggy Azalea, signing autographs outside of BBC Radio 1 Studios in London with a white Céline Phantom Luggage Tote on her arm. Iggy was there with gal pal Rita Ora to do a little promo for her new single, “Black Widow,” on which Ms. Ora guests. Iggy obviously has a decent celeb stylist on … Read more

Shop Rare, Gorgeous Bags from Hermès, Chanel and More in Christie’s Latest Luxury Accessories Auction

Sep 23, 2014Sep 19, 2014 by Amanda Mull

There are few things I enjoy more than poring over the lots in a new auction. When you’re already well-acquainted with what’s available in stores, a well-curated group of rare bags and accessories, culled from the world’s best-stocked closets, is the best way to get the thrill of the new. Thankfully, that’s exactly what I found in the Christie’s Online Luxury Handbags and Accessories Auction, which just launched.

You Have Six Months to Fortify Your Wallet Against Fendi’s Spring 2015 Runway Bags

Sep 19, 2014 by Amanda Mull

In journalism school, my favorite professor once told me that reviewing something you love is much more difficult than reviewing something you hate, which means I’ve got my work cut out for me when it comes to Fendi’s Spring 2015 bags. After scoping out the dozens (literally) of bags and small leather goods that models toted down the brand’s runway, I’ve become convinced that Karl Lagerfeld loves me and wants me to be happy. The bags are that beautiful.

The Best Bag Deals for the Weekend of September 19

Sep 19, 2014 by Amanda Mull

Over the past week, something has changed. I’m not sure exactly what happened, but the Internet’s handbag sale pages went from being a barren handbag wasteland to being…well, slightly less barren. Sale season is nowhere near to full swing, but some rather notable handbag options have been added to almost every major retailer’s sale page in the past seven days, and we’ve assembled the best of the best into our weekly roundup of bag deals below.

If you require even more sales, steals and markdowns, head on over to our PurseBlog Deals Page, which is updated daily!