Do you remember the Kate Spade Sam? The “it” bag of 2000? It was a classic minimalistic (I mean this in a good way) handbag which was quite cute. I bought it in black and a deep silvery-grey (eventually we parted ways via eBay). My qualm about the Sam was that it was too bulky …
My Favorite Timbuk2
I should have written on this very topic years ago, so better late than never. I love the Timbuk2 in blackberry, plum, and lavender (can you tell I love purple?) and wish they didn’t discontinue these pretty colors. Too bad at the time I didn’t realize how much I liked this trio; I would have …
B. Makowsky’s Ollie Satchel
Another beautiful, well-made (leather), reasonably priced satchel for its quality, and highly functional design by B. Makowsky! Gee, I haven’t gotten over my honeymoon state-of-mind yet with the Melbourne Shopper and here we go again! I think he’s a bag genius!!! The Ollie comes in two sizes, the 12″ and 14.” For me it’s a …
Stephanie Dawn
Stephanie Dawn is another brand I have uncovered with my new-found love for Vera Bradley’s quilted accessories. I believe that there is a place for every brand in the fashion and accessories world because everyone has something unique to offer to an audience of equally varying likes and dislikes. I do favor Vera Bradley’s products …
Thoughts on Vera Bradley
I’ve finally changed my mind about Vera Bradley. I didn’t like the brand when there was a craze several+ years ago. I’m normally a big fan of leather designer bags and definitely still am. Recently I spotted the pattern called “Sittin’ in a Tree” and I think it’s cute and has a younger vibe to …
Celine Handbags
I’ve admired Celine handbags for as long as I can remember and I’m disappointed they have not received as much attention as they deserve. The brand had a small boutique across from Fendi’s in Bloomingdale’s flag ship store on Lexington Avenue; I wouldn’t at all be surprised if it’s still there. I love that though …
Anya Hindmarch Makeup Case
I’m such a nut for make up bags- you’ve seen them; the ones with the double compartments in which you can store your favorite brushes and mascara and with a bottom section large enough for all your cosmetic goodies. I’m not picky on whether it’s coated canvas or smooth heavyweight nylon but Anya Hindmarch’s version …
Deux Lux: Love Rekindled
My love for Deux Lux has been rekindled this year with the release of their Supernova Tote. It’s a great dressed up version of the everyday bag and affordable too. My favorite versions of it are in Moonshadow and Gunmetal. A perfect way to look stylish on your errands or at the library. The third …
I Dream of Mulberry
I’ve been obsessing over this brand recently- thoughts spurred on by the launch of Mulberry for Target (the large black patent Bayswater remains elusive). The Alexa style is a chic messenger bag with a school gal sweetness. I wish I owned this bag too! My all-time favorite is the Bayswater in blue calf-hair. Gorgeous! Gorgeous! …
JCrew’s Galaxy Tote
So gorgeous is this tote! It has been repeatedly re-stocked and then sold out despite its crazy price tag. I was wishing for it to go on sale =) Below is JCrew’s description for their navy tote… “A bag to end all bags (and the one every girl in our office is drooling over), combining …
