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It’s amazing what a difference color makes. If this Moschino Canvas Rope Tote had been designed in navy or even white material, it would scream “nautical.” But in black, it comes across as looking slightly Asian. This handbag has a drawstring front with rope pulls and patent leather trim – but it’s better suited for a dinner party than an afternoon on the boat. It’s nice to know that canvas and rope don’t always have to be sporty.
Derek Lam has taken a huge departure from his slouchy hobo bags (and their adorable ram hardware) with this much smaller Izzy Chain Handle Bag. Though the square form is more traditional and ladylike than the hobos, the patent leather (done in beige and mauve) keeps it youthful and trendy. The bag’s topstitching adds dimension and the chain handle – a big trend of late – stays unique by using long gold beads rather than links. I also adore the gold logo plate on the bag’s front flap – tres chic!
Those Fendi folks sure are clever. With summer looming, they’ve designed this lovely Fendi Canvas and Straw B Bag as a relaxed, semi-casual, yet still highly sophisticated and glam, alternative to the traditional leather B Bag. Here the B Bag is done up in a nice brown canvas with golden straw buckles and wheat-hued leather trim. It’s light and laidback, yet still retains the Fendi reputation for luxury. The perfect A-list summer handbag.
The new Coach Straw Clutch is pretty cute! Pairing straw with orange leather trim and sexy brass hardware, it looks perfectly springy and fresh. It also celebrates the launch of the new Coach fragrance, with an interior fragrance-print lining (which is bright pink and couldn’t possibly clash any more than it already does with the orange). The other not-so-great part? It’s $500, and I just can’t think of a reason to blow that much on a straw purse. Available at Coach.
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Singer Fergie took her usual streetwear style up a notch and was photographed walking in London in a very sophisticated trench coat and a black Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag. Though it’s been out for a while and is no longer the ultra “it” bag it once was, the Motorcycle Bag is still one of those bags that will be stylish for seasons to come. Who can resist that black leather, gold hardware, and little side buckles?
Photo from People.com.
Animal prints are very big this season. And if you want your trendiness and fashionable touch to rub off on every accessory you have then you must definitely check out this Jimmy Choo Zebra Print Wallet. I’ve always had boring wallets – you know the bulky, bland black ones that are never really attractive to look at. The Jimmy Choo Zebra Print Wallet is one stimulating siren. And it’s not just a beauty, it’s functional too. It can accommodate your coins, cards and notes. This time, you can not just show off your handbag, you can show off your wallet too. It’s the perfect partner to the Jimmy Choo Ramona Zebra Bag.
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She may be holding her Louis Vuitton monogrammed backpack like it’s a baby, but you might hold on to it tightly too if you had a bag that expensive. And though Louis Vuitton is pretty upscale for what appears to be a workout outfit, at least Brandy isn’t wearing a shower cap like fellow LV-lover Snoop Dogg did. Besides, the bag’s many pockets make it a practical choice for running errands. It’s a stylish one too, thanks to that instantly recognizeable brown leather monogrammed print.
Photo from People.com.
Phoebe Philo knew what she was doing when she created the Paddington handbag. The former Chloe designer lead the esteemed fashion house to even greater heights of success, and the luxe Paddington secured itself as the It Bag of the day. It’s as relevant today as it was several years ago, and that’s due in part to its constant recreations, color selections and plain gorgeous craftsmanship. The Paddington Hobo is one fine example. Available in shades of decadent forest green and creamy ivory, this bag boasts a slightly unfinished look that contributes perfectly to its elegance. Softly creased, washed calfskin exudes a toughness that’s tempered by the fabulous padlock and gold-tone hardware. For $1585, you can’t go wrong. Available at neimanmarcus.com.
Whoa. At first sight you might be blinded by the funky pattern of this kitschy Kate Spade Cape Cod Griffen PVC, but vacationing blue-bloods with a quirky sense of humor will appreciate its charm. And who doesn’t love lobster? The clear PVC tote is trimmed in navy boarskin leather and boasts a wild pattern of red lobsters trapped in a blue netting. The bag also has an open top, interior zip pocket, and short little leather handles. While I don’t recommend taking this tote anywhere outside of Cape Cod, or some similar beachy enclave, it’s a fun way to get into the spirit of summer – and get you in the mood for dinner.
I like the unfussy equestrian tone of this Sigrid Olsen Pebble Flap Bag, which is available in both black and stone (aka tan). The small horseshoe-shaped purse is trimmed with intricate stitching that runs all the way to the leather cross-body shoulder strap. This is a bag for a woman who has better things to do than lug around a big-name, enormous handbag - she can just throw this over her shoulder, run out the door, and look sophisticated all the while.
