We’ve done the dirty work and hunted down some of the hottest jobs currently available for those of you who love, love, love purses! After all, there is no better way than to spend your work day surrounded by your favorite thing, your joy, your passion. These jobs are all as fabulous as your sense of style and the one thing they all have in common: PURSES! Check them out, and be sure to let us know how the interviews go!

1. Company: Coach Position: Full Time Sr. Designer – Women’s Handbags Location: New York Apply: Online

2. Company: Net-A-Porter Position: Full Time Product Fashion Specialist Location: Long Island City Apply: Email

3. Company: Steve Madden Position: Full Time Assistant Designer – Kids’ Handbags Location: New York Apply: Online

4. Company: Vera Bradley Position: Full Time Northeast Retail Visual Design Specialist Location: Boston Apply: Online

5. Company: White House Black Market Position: Full Time Merchant- Fashion Accessories Location: Fort Myers Apply: Online

6. Company: Miche Bag Position: Part or Full Time Miche Bag Representative Location: Multiple Apply: Online

7. Comapny: Nine West (The Jones Group) Position: Full Time Merchandise Manager – Handbags Location: New York Apply: Online

8. Company: Saks Fifth Avenue Position: Full Time Handbags & Accessories Sales Associate Location: San Francisco Apply: Online

9. Company: Neiman Marcus Position: Part Time Chanel Accessories Sales Assistant Location: San Diego Apply: Online

10. Company: Nordstrom Position: Full Time Retail Sales – Handbags Location: Las Vegas Apply: Online

posted: November 10th, 2010
category: Fashion News
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Karl Lagerfeld showed his Spring/Summer 2011 collection October 5th in Paris, and the upcoming bags are interesting. There wasn’t a lot that was out of the ordinary for Chanel color or design-wise, but it’s nonetheless an important collection because of its implications on the direction handbags might be taking next year.

Of course, Chanel, while always classy, sophisticated, and one of the most sought-after handbag designers in the world, doesn’t always dictate or follow fashion trends, but I think they’re on the mark this time. After more than half a decade of large, oversize bags dominating the fashion scene, I think we may finally be seeing a switch back to mid-size or even clutch-size purses.

While it’s too early to tell whether this smaller bag trend will catch on, I, for one, welcome a change in size and design. I love the oversize boho look as much as anyone else, but perhaps it IS time to shift to smaller totes again. Just look at this compact clutch (below). Adorable!

posted: October 6th, 2010
category: Chanel Handbags, Fashion News, Fashion Runway Reports
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Do you think you can be green, fashionable and party like (and with) VIPs?  Of course you can, and for a fabulous cause. Eco-friendly fashion designers Swati Argade, Helen Asir, Marcus Hicks and Rachel Lyra Hospodar are presenting a runway show of their collections to benefit the Sankara Eye Foundation and the documentary about the work they do.  This foundation has performed about 550,000 free eye surgeries and their goal is to have more than 1 million beneficiaries by 2020.  Party-goers will be sipping cocktails, nibbling hors d’oeuvres and snagging an amazing gift bag.  A silent auction will have designer items, celebrity experiences and all sorts of other priceless goodies.

I’ll be there!  Come and join me by purchasing your tickets here.

posted: April 9th, 2010
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Last week held a lot of news for the Council of Fashion Designers of America.  First, Diane Von Furstenburg was elected president for a third time (a first for the organization).  Second, the designer held a soiree at her studio to announce the nominees for the CFDA awards.

Prabal Garung, Joseph Altuzarra and Michelle Obama favorite, Jason Wu were nominated for the Swarovski Award for emerging talent in Womenswear. Marc Jacobs, Donna Karan and Alexander Wang are competing against each other for Designer of the Year.  For accessory design, nominees include Alexis Bittar, Lazaro Hernandez & Jack McCollough for Proenza Schouler, and Marc Jacobs.

Project Runway’s staple, Michael Kors will be receiving the Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement award.  The awards will take place at Lincoln Center June 7 in NYC.

posted: April 2nd, 2010
category: Donna Karan Handbags, Fashion News, Marc Jacobs Handbags, Michael Kors Handbags, Other designer Handbags
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Not just a wicked and brilliant designer… The Paris-based Jean Paul Gaultier will be feted June 3rd, 2010 in New York for his achievements in mens fashion and fight against AIDS.  The award is for lifetime achievement and will be hosted by Kylie Minogue, along with guests like Lady Gaga at a formal soiree for at the New York Public Library.

This being a Gaultier night… The evening’s theme is “Black Tie/Black Leather” and guests are encouraged to “Dress accordingly”.

posted: March 27th, 2010
category: Fashion News
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Bulgari, the Italian luxury brand has, for the first time hired an outside fashion designer for a collection.  Hot British designer Matthew Williamson was recruited to design a handbag collection for the label.  The new collection will debut during Milan Fashion Week for the Spring 2011 presentation this September.

posted: March 25th, 2010
category: Fashion News, Other designer Handbags
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We are getting close to April, and (I hope!) the winter storms are behind us at last.  I came across an invitation to a fashion show with a heartwarming twist.  Away from the big name shows of Bryant Park, the models on the runway will call this their fairy-tale ending.  It is a benefit for the Conon D’Alto Foundation and National Down Syndrome Society where ten women with Downe syndrome will strut the catwalk as their dream, hosted by model Jessica White. A silent auction will be held to raise money for the cause.

Invited guests include American Idol Katherine McPhee, actress Claire Danes and the cast of the Real Housewives of New York.  The featured fashions are from the Hania collection by Anya Cole

posted: March 23rd, 2010
category: Fashion News, Other designer Handbags
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Oscar fashion for 2010 was definitely a celebration of spring! Bright colors and pastels were in full bloom on the red carpet. Full trains and sculpted ruffles framed many a toned actress on their walk to the Kodak Theater. The big awards for best style go to the designers (and design team!) that made these ladies look gorgeous.

The direction of handbags were overwhelmingly in favor of the coordinated clutch. Many were structured, hard case clutches, or slim and oblong. Jewelled bags or jewelled accents were also a dominant feature on this favorite accessory.

First time nominee Anna Kendrick wore a gorgeously draped pink Elie Saab gown. Her jewelled Judith Leiber clutch had pale pink stone accents in a pattern of crystals that elevated her entire ensemble.

Elizabeth Banks wore a sweeping grey gown by Atelier Versace. The dark grey snakeskin and silver crystal clutch was from Salvatore Ferragamo.

Demi Moore, in a tonal, peach organza gown wrapped in ruffles. This diva continues to prove she still rules the red carpet in Atelier Versace. Her Salvatore Ferragamo clutch is a gold leather envelope with jewelled closure.

Kate Winslet is every bit the shimmering star in her Yves Saint-Laurent gown. The matching clutch in silver satin is also Yves Saint-Laurent.

Photos from InStyle.com,peoplestylewatch.com

posted: March 8th, 2010
category: Celebrity Purses, Celebrity Style, Fashion News, Yves Saint Laurent Handbags
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On this cool afternoon in Midtown NYC, Rebecca Minkoff is making a personal appearance at my favorite department store. Celebrating the debut of her Spring handbags, shoppers are sipping champagne and nibbling on rainbow colored cupcakes as they take in the new purses.

The handbags span the colors of the rainbow and feature a huge range anof treatments. There are handmade tie-dyed bags with Italian lambskin. There are sweet and edgy bags in Easter Egg colors with hard-zippered edges along girly ruffles. Rebecca Minkoff’s personal favorite is the deep lapis blue bag with a collection of different shaped studs. Very rock and roll…

Are you in the neighborhood? Come any join us! You can enter to win a Rebecca Minkoff handbag every hour and score a sweet giftbag (like I did!) with each purchase. Peeking into my bag, I spot the famous “Bada Boum” t-shirt from fashion week and some beauty and makeup goodies…

posted: March 4th, 2010
category: Fashion News, Rebecca Minkoff Handbags
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Need a high-tech game of dress up? What if you could all that virtual window shopping into reality? Piperlime and super-fun shop/create site Polyvore have teamed up for a great contest focusing on the best styles of spring. Pull together your style boards and favorite looks from Piperlime’s collections of clothing, accessories, shoes and handbags. The driving direction for the season? Vintage. If you present the sweetest looks, you can win a $1000 gift card or other prizes up for grabs. Hurry! You have until March 14th to enter!

posted: March 4th, 2010
category: Fashion News
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