Spotted in Paris (2)

Spotted in Paris.

Love them, or hate them?

PHOTO CREDITS: le bon sac

Vera Bradley: The Old and the New 2008

Daisy Daisy Curvy Tote
Pinwheel Pink Villager

Raspberry Fizz Cargo Sling

Riviera Blue Purse Cosmetic

Yellow Bird Handbag


I've posted these five bags to highlight the new patterns by Vera Bradley for Spring/Summer 2008. The colors are vibrant and the patterns unique.

Making room for the new collections are the five retiring patterns: Windsor Navy, Capri Melon, Medallion, Classic Black and Petal Pink. Get them while you still can at 25% off the retail prices by visiting VeraBradley.com.

PHOTO CREDITS: Vera Bradley

Spotted in New York City

The wall of fakes just beyond the hooded individual.

Canal Street, Chinatown.

NYC

Brahmin Terrace Straw Collection Capri Tote

Come every February, we begin to be inundated with the ever-growing selection of straw bags. The very sighting of a straw bag reminds us that there is a light at the end of the long tunnel we know as winter.

The Brahmin 'Capri' Double-Handle Tote boasts not only beauty, but durability, with thickly woven straw made to withstand fraying.

From Dillards.com: "Brahmin Terrace Straw Collection 'Capri' Double-Handle Tote. This straw tote with leather trim features: magnetic closure; double handles; inside zippered pocket; two organizer pockets; inside pen holder and key hook; protective feet."

Measurements: 16.5x7x15.25". Comes in Red, Black and Tobacco.

Retail Price: $345.00.

Love it or hate it?

PHOTO CREDIT: Dillards

Coach Lily Leather Satchel

Add to my Wishlist.

The hardware alone is enough to make us swoon. This is what Coach does best...leather.

From Coach.com...

LILY LEATHER SATCHEL A strap of iconic brass hardware, sleek buckles and a unique framed back pocket add so much trendsetting style to this chic satchel.
Features an inside zip pocket, cellphone/multi-function pockets, ring to clip an accessory or keyfob, front open pocket, back zip pocket, small back pocket with frame closure, brass feet to protect bottom from scuffing, double zip-top and turnlock closure. Done in vintage leather. Legacy stripe lining.
23” straps
14 (L) x 10 (H) x 5 (W)

Price: $1198

PHOTO CREDIT: Coach

"Simply Vera" Vera Wang Metallic Date Hobo

"Simply Vera" Vera Wang Metallic Date Hobo Bag

FROM Kohls.com:

Description
"Metallic vinyl construction in a distressed finish provides durability and vintage charm. Ruched detailing offers a feminine touch. Hardware accents and a chain-link strap promise a chic look. Roomy interior compartment holds all your going-out necessities.
"Simply Vera" Vera Wang logo graphics add signature style.
Details: 5"H x 10"W x 5 1/4"D; Zipper closure; Shoulder strap; Vinyl."

This little hobo comes in three metallic shades: Bronze, Gold and Pewter.

Kohl's Retail Price: $49.00. Sale Price (as of today's date): $24.50. How can you go wrong?

PHOTO CREDIT: Kohl's.com

Spotted in Paris

Three bags spotted in Paris today.

Sadly, none are noteworthy.

PHOTO CREDITS: le bon sac

Nahiu Ollin Rosy Cheeks Handbag by Olga Abadi

Target - and Target.com - is consistantly full of delightful, designer surprises. From Isaac Mizrahi to Sonia Kashuk, from Michael Graves to Isabelle de Borchgrave, Target keeps things lively with their frequent introductions of designer wares made affordable to the masses.

Take a look at this must-have mini, available only on Target.com.

This colorful wristlet is the Nahiu Ollin Rosy Cheeks Handmade Handbag in "Tutti Frutti," by Olga Abadi. Retails for $54.99.

From Target.com: "Made from recycled candy wrappers, this zip-close handbag combines age-old techniques with a modern look and feel."

Yes. Candy wrappers.

Who knew there could be such a unique way to reduce, re-use and recycle our old bubble gum wrappers? Amazing - I'm pretty sure I have to have it.

PHOTO CREDIT: Target.com

Dooney and Bourke: "Hot Pick" on QVC

One of today's QVC "Hot Picks" is the Dooney and Bourke Signature Fabric Shoulder Bag with FlapWristlet.

Regular QVC price is listed at $179.50, but as a "Hot Pick", it's available for $163.68 - a price only good today, and while supplies last. You can also take advantage of their "Easy Pay" option by using a QVC or major credit card.

Color options are as follows: Denim, Brown, Black, Mint, Ivory and Light Blue.

Note: Bonus wristlet is only available by purchasing from QVC.

Etienne Aigner Amsterdam Large Satchel

You're looking at my latest leather acquisition - the Etienne Aigner Amsterdam Double-Handle Large Satchel.

The construction is impecable, and the color is divine - my photo does not do it justice. The shade is a much deeper shade of cognac...just gorgeous.

So what's in my bag? Let's see...three pens, a small notebook, a paperback novel, my Coach wallet, keys, a cd, iPod Touch, , lipliner and gloss, two bills and some gum. But there's room for so much more! This bag is ideal for toting a large make-up bag, a textbook or two, lunch, and any other odds and ends you find yourself in need of.

Growing up, I never much cared about leather bags or long-term usability. I was often distracted by the trendy, small and often colorful vessels. I was seduced by bags that were flagrantly displayed front and center of department stores. I was into whatever was popularly mass-produced.

Today, I'm older and I know better. My choices are my own and now I am impressed and taken with excellent quality, soft, supple materials and longevity.

PHOTO CREDIT: le bon sac