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Dubbed the baby Stam, this MJ Day Fluo Quilted Little Stam is the classic purse that took the Marc Jacobs handbag craze to an entirely different level. MJ had success with bags prior to this with bags like the Stella or the Blake, but the Stam sent him into a new place when nearly every tabloid girl was seen with one (or several) on a weekly basis. I know I loved it! This is a bright take on the classic bag, and while I don’t love it quite as much in this vibrant shade, it does look yummy…after all, it’s a Stam.

Nearly everyone is a fan of Theory. The contemporary label has been loved for a few years now, and their long sleeved t-shirts are among the softest I own. Their sample sale kicked off yesterday, and while there’s a lot to choose from now, I suggest hitting it today before the weekend crowd starts in. Chunky sweaters (hey, you can store ‘em!) and sleek trousers abound!
Theory Sample Sale:
When: Thursday, May 29th through Thursday, June 5th. Thu, Fri, Mon, Wed 10am—5:45pm; Sat, Sun 11am—4:45pm; Tue, Thu the 5th 10am—6:45pm.
Where: 261 W 36th St
between Seventh and Eighth Aves, NYC
second floor (no phone)
P.S. No children under the age of 12 allowed…yes, they really said that.

The inventor of the wrap dress has expanded her line like crazy in recent seasons. I love DVF because any shape or age can wear it, and the thought of snagging a few go-to dresses on sale really tickles my fancy. The DVF sample sale begins June 2nd and runs through the 7th in New York City. 260 Fifth Avenue (between 28th and 29th streets). Happy shopping, and let us know what you snag!
The Gucci online presale has started, so get in early and land a bag. Gucci is pretty generous with first cuts, so I suggest getting what your little handbag lovin’ heart desires now instead of waiting for another markdown. Yes, I have witnessed mind blowing savings with second markdowns, but this isn’t something that always happens. There isn’t a ton of selection at gucci.com, but you can always call your boutique store for more info on what’s on sale.


Oh, boy…so you know we’re in sale season when boutiques like Bottega Veneta are slashing prices. OK, maybe not quite slashing, but you can expect to save about 30% off the label known for their chic woven leather handbags. It’s usually fashion colors that go on sale, but because BV is so elegant and churns out neutrals every season, there’s sure to be a few staple colors available…if you shop early. This is at Bottega Veneta stores only, not leased departments at larger stores, so selection will be plenty. Call now if you know what you’re interested in, to land a stellar purse at a better price than retail.
If your bank account can afford this lovely Fendi Doctor B Bag, snatch it up, quick! I love this gorgeous handbag as it incorporates all of these lovely colors without being overtly loud or splashy. Picture this with a frothy dress and nude gladiators…yum! The grained leather shows off these soft washes of color perfectly, and the slouchy body makes it wearable for day and night. The Fendi Doctor B Bag is available at eluxury.com and retails for $1,840.

Ignore the blue hair for a sec. Kate Hudson’s once again lucked out with a killer wardrobe for her new film, “Bride Wars,” which stars her and Anne Hathaway as competing brides-to-be. Judging by this on-the-set snap, Kate’s character is a businesswoman with impeccable taste in handbags. The Tod’s T Bag Media Tote is sleek, modern-looking, and polished enough for a professional, and the front’s three prominent pockets provide plenty of storage space for Blackberries, business cards, wedding invitation samples, you name it. If only she had as much luck with colorists as she did with purses…
Available for $1,750 at eLuxury.com
Photo from PopSugar.com.
Over Marc Jacobs’s ubiquitous quilted purses - but not ready to go cold turkey? Try this purple Marc Jacobs Mix Quilted Rosen handbag. The shiny calf leather (check that nice pintuck pleating!) looks modern and fresh, while the quilted leather trim at the corners provides that little quilted fix you still crave (hey, we all have vices). Silver chain link straps say ‘keepin’ it real,’ but that buttery-smooth leather is all luxe, baby.

Looking for an evening bag with edge (not to mention lots and lots of little holes)? Meet the Givenchy Grommet Clutch, a rock ‘n’ rolling black leather foldover clutch that’s both pierced and piercing.A far cry from summer’s candy-colored purses, this handbag has a tough but stylish exterior thanks to its Tetris-like grommeted facade. Girls on the go will love the slim wrist strap, which makes party-hopping soooooo much easier.
From Marco: For some reason Barney’s moves around its web pages a lot, so if you cant find this bag from the link, just search for ‘Givenchy Grommet Clutch’ in their search and it will come up.