April 2015 - Page 3

Beyond the Bag Bug: 20 Adorable Bag Charms to Adorn Your Accessories

Apr 21, 2015 by Amanda Mull

When the Fendi Bag Bug came along a few seasons ago, it practically created its own fashion category: the bag accessory. Although bag charms had had pockets of popularity here and there, especially in Asian markets, a high-end worldwide trend like the one going right now is something of a first, and consumers have more … Read more

Satchels Are Having a Moment in This Week’s Celebrity Bag Roundup

Apr 21, 2015 by Emily Anderson

Why does a satchel or top handle handbag have so much more gravitas than other handbags? Why does it go so well with business attire? Is it the serious, boxy shape? The lack of straps? Does carrying a bag in hand somehow signify that you are more hands-on? At some point in the last decade, … Read more

Get a Whopping 30% Off at the Saks Friends & Family Sale

Apr 21, 2015 by Amanda Mull

If you’re in a shopping mood, we’ve got some good news for you–the Saks Friends & Family Sale has begun, and you can get 30% off a huge selection of goods from some of your favorite brands with code FRNFAM. Most F&F sales offer between 15 and 25 percent, so the big three-oh is indeed cause for celebration. There are some brand exclusions, so watch out for items on the site marked as eligible to maximize your savings. Check out a handful of our favorite qualifying bags below or shop the sale now. Hurry, it all ends April 27.

Shop the Saks Friends & Family Sale Now!

Thieves Make Off With Over $1 Million in Hermès Bags

Apr 20, 2015 by Amanda Mull

If the Hermès resale market seems suddenly more flush in the near future, there might be a very good reason why: At the end of last week, a band of thieves filched 500 Hermès bags from a packaging and logistics facility outside Paris, according to Women’s Wear Daily. The six thieves targeted the facility, CAMS … Read more

Check Out Our Photos Straight from the Chanel Fall 2015 Handbag Preview

Apr 20, 2015 by Amanda Mull

Chanel is a lot of things, but first and foremost for the past few years, it’s been a brand that loves a theme. When one of our editors stopped by the Chanel Fall 2015 preview recently, Chanel’s unparalleled level of commitment to its aesthetic whims was on full display; although the preview was in Chanel’s … Read more

25 Bucket Bags that Make It Easy to Adopt Spring’s Biggest Bag Trend

Apr 20, 2015 by Amanda Mull

Stop me if you’ve heard this before: the bucket bag is a bonafide thing, and it’s not going anywhere soon. Although the simple, casual bags have their detractors, Mansur Gavriel’s ultra-minimal, perpetually sold-out spin on the shape helped usher them back to popularity among fashion people. Even more so than last spring, it seems like … Read more

The Many Bags of Krupp Group

Aug 18, 2015Apr 17, 2015 by Katherine Callaghan

Public relations teams are a major part of the fashion industry and they are the behind-the-scenes masterminds of a brand’s growth and brand-awareness. In this Many Bags Of series we’re turning the spotlight over to our friends over at Krupp Group.

PurseForum Roundup – April 17

Apr 17, 2015 by Pattie Rechtman

Happy Friday, Roundup readers! If you are in the US, you may be breathing a sigh of relief now that April 15 is finally part of the past, at least for this year. Some of us won’t be bag shopping for a while, but others may have a refund coming–we tip our fascinators to you if that is the case! Either way, you are in for a treat this week, as we have lots of reveals to share.

Scandal Season 4, Episode 19: “The time is always right to do right.”

Apr 17, 2015 by Amanda Mull

Last night was not a great episode of Scandal, but it was a solidly entertaining one that felt like it was advancing the plot lines that have been stalled since at least last season. AND THEN, A TWIST.

The 15 Best Bag Deals for the Weekend of April 17

Apr 17, 2015 by Amanda Mull

Another work week has come and gone, and that means it’s time for another round of the best bag deals from around the Internet. We have 15 strong contenders this week, but while digging around, we also found a sale treasure trove: Barneys Warehouse has a huge selection of bags for up to an extra 40% off right now, on top of their already reduced prices. That includes picks from brands like Chloé, Proenza Schouler and 3.1 Phillip Lim–after you peruse our picks, you should definitely hit up that sale section.

Want even more? Head over to our continuously updated Deals Page for the latest and greatest in online sales.

Latest Obsession: Prada Galleria With Pink Tulip Motif

Apr 16, 2015Apr 16, 2015 by Megs Mahoney Dusil

I’ve been eying adding a new Prada bag to my collection since I fell in love with the Saffiano Cuir Double bag this time last year. Like many brands of its stature, Prada has a solid set of bags that are not just recognizable; they’re also classics. Along with the Cuir Double is the highly coveted Galleria Bag, which is not just identifiable but also classic for the brand. Prada offers a plethora of colors and sizes in the Galleria, and the Saffiano leather is durable and beautiful.

Mentally Prepare Yourselves for a 100% “Celebrities at Coachella” Handbag Round-up

Apr 16, 2015Apr 16, 2015 by Emily Anderson

Once upon a time, Coachella was not an annual event that people mostly associated with recognizable celebrities adorned in suede fringe frolicking about in the desert. It is a music festival, after all, and it used to just be about indie bands, and not Steely Dan and The Black Eyed Peas. (I’m not joking, both … Read more