No matter what your budget might be, one thing is probably true: the bags on your wish list cost more than you’d really like to pay for them. Handbag prices just keep going up, and often, it feels like accessibly priced options are few and far between. The Internet is vast, though, and we set out to take stock of things. As it turns out, it is possible to get a great bag that doesn’t cost as much as your rent.
Month: March 2015
Last Week, Celebs were Fond of Floppy Hats & Bold New Versions of Established “It” Bags
Our first celeb bag round-up of the week features a LOT of basic black bags, but thankfully there are enough exciting new reiterations of some of your old favorites to whet any bag lover’s metaphorical appetite. And there are appearances by Duchess Kate AND Miley Cyrus, which is reason enough to click through, really. No, sadly they were not photographed hanging out together. Dare to dream.
The 15 Best Runway Bags of Paris Fashion Week Fall 2015
Paris Fashion Week is always such a pleasure. The clothes, shoes, accessories and beauty looks on display always eclipse nearly everything that came before them during the first three weeks of fashion month; there’s just something about Paris and what it brings out in the creative minds that inhabit it. Paris is also home to … Read more
Reed Krakoff “Suspends Operations,” is the Latest Big, New Brand to Encounter Trouble
Late last week, Women’s Wear Daily reported that Reed Krakoff would suspend operations while in pursuit of new investment to keep the line afloat. While the news itself is a surprise, it’s not shocking that something was up at Krakoff’s company; it’s the third young, well-known brand in the past several months to either partially or completely shut down. There’s a reason for that: shoppers just aren’t buying ready-made “lifestyle brand” marketing.
PurseBlog Exclusive: Fendi Micro Bag Video Peek
We’ve previously discussed my love for the teeny tiny Fendi Micro Peekaboo Bag, and I’m not the only one experiencing micro bag obsession. Vogue.com named the micro bag the It Bag of 2015, and countless stars have been spotted carrying these tiny bags by themselves or as bag charms.
PurseForum Roundup – March 13
Welcome to the Roundup! Every Friday, we romp through the halls of the PurseForum and listen in to conversations about what’s on our members’ minds at the moment (and we peek at their reveals, too). This week, Louis Vuitton and Coach are among our stops, but there are plenty more.
Scandal Season 4, Episode 15: “We will give you a very big pile of money.”
It’s been two weeks since we had a plot-centric episode of Scandal, and honestly, I needed the break. I can only take so much Fitz-Olivia intrigue before I have to sit in silence with a Diet Coke for a while to quell my irritation with Fitz’s entire existence, and it’s nice to go two weeks without the necessity of anti-murderous meditation.
You Can Pre-Order Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall 2015 Runway Accessories, Including $7,990 Headphones
Over the past few years, we’ve been witness to a shift in how Dolce & Gabbana conducts its accessories business. Slowly but surely, the emphasis has moved from mid-range crowd-pleasers like the leather Miss Sicily bag to small, precious, intricately adorned pieces that feel as much like art objects as they do bags. The brand’s … Read more
The Best Bag Deals for the Weekend of March 13
It’s not your imagination–this is the second straight Friday the 13th we’ve had in a row this year. We’re celebrating this one just like we do every Friday, 13th or not: with a roundup of the best bag deals to be found on the Internet. You can check out our picks below, and for a continually updated list of deals that go far beyond bags, check out our Deals Page.
The Barneys New York Website Just Got a Big New Makeover
Being a handbag lover requires a healthy bit of online shopping, and that means we’re just as interested in goings-on at our favorite retailers as we are our favorite brands. We considered it exceptionally good news, then, when we saw the brand new online face of Barneys New York, which launched just a few days ago.
A New Alexander McQueen Bag is Having a Moment, and Supermodels May Or May Not Eat Pastries When the Mood Strikes
We have a really impressive line-up of handbag selections this week from a much broader variety of labels (and celebrities) than usual. I’m always excited when these roundups aren’t totally dominated by the same three brands as always: Givenchy, Hermès and Chanel. Admittedly, there are a couple of Chanel bags in here, but they’re more … Read more
Currently Coveting: The Anya Hindmarch Crisp Packet Clutch
Years ago when “it bags” were in their prime, Anya Hindmarch made waves with her cotton “I’m Not a Plastic Bag” tote. In the years since, Hindmarch continued to turn out solid bags, but it was recently that she began to make waves again with quirky bags and leather stickers. I’m certain there will be much more from Anya Hindmarch on our site in the near future, but right now, my attention is on one design in particular.
